Intermediate Backend Engineer, Database Automation (ruby)

GitLab

Remote
Not specified; not specified; flexible pyid time o...
Fully remote
Postgresql performance tuning
Ruby on rails backend development
Database scalability and reliability
GitLab is seeking an Intermediate Backend Engineer specializing in Database Automation to enhance its data frameworks and tooling for scalable application datastores. The role focuses on backend feature development, collaboration across teams, and ensuring data integrity within a remote work environment

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on building frameworks and tooling to ensure datastores remain scalable, healthy, and safe across GitLab.com and thousands of self-managed instances.
  • The team embraces AI as a core productivity multiplier and expects all members to incorporate it into their daily workflows to drive efficiency and innovation.
  • Candidates will receive mentorship in an all-remote environment while gaining hands-on experience with PostgreSQL, Ruby on Rails, and complex system design challenges.

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GitLab is seeking an Intermediate Backend Engineer specializing in Database Automation to enhance its data frameworks and tooling for scalable application datastores. The role focuses on backend feature development, collaboration across teams, and ensuring data integrity within a remote work environment.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Flexible Paid Time Off; Equity Compensation; Home office support

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • PostgreSQL performance tuning
  • Ruby on Rails backend development
  • Database scalability and reliability
  • SQL traffic replay tooling
  • Background operations framework

Nice-to-have

  • Asynchronous remote work experience
  • Open source contribution mindset
  • Data architecture best practices
  • Soft delete strategy implementation
  • Self-directed project ownership

Key Requirements

  • Professional software engineering experience
  • Experience with large production PostgreSQL environments
  • Proficiency in Ruby on Rails or similar framework

Work Rights

Not specified

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