Backend Engineer (Ruby), Create: Change Record

GitLab is seeking a Backend Engineer to join its Change Record team within the Source Code stage. The engineer will build a clear, trustworthy record of changes into GitLab's source code experience for humans and agents. The role involves working on existing systems and new product development using Ruby on Rails.

Responsibilities:

• Develop secure, well-tested features using Ruby on Rails and GraphQL.
• Work through complex requirements and legacy constraints to deliver clear solutions.
• Design and maintain backend services, APIs, data models, and business logic.
• Collaborate across functions and teams, involving domain experts when necessary.
• Use AI agents for well-scoped work and critically review their output.
• Write maintainable code and contribute to constructive code reviews.
• Help strengthen reliability by monitoring production health metrics and participating in Tier 2 on-call.
• Share knowledge through code review, technical documentation, and collaboration.

Requirements:

• Professional experience building backend web applications with Ruby and GraphQL.
• Understanding of relational databases, SQL, data modeling, caching, and backend performance practices.
• Experience with full-stack development and writing backend unit and integration tests.
• Clear written and spoken English communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities, work through ambiguity, and seek guidance when needed.

Benefits:

• Benefits to support health, finances, and well-being.
• Flexible Paid Time Off.
• Team Member Resource Groups.
• Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Growth and Development Fund.
• Parental Leave.