Senior Backend Engineer (Ruby), Plan: Spec-Driven Development @GitLab

Overview

GitLab is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer for the Plan: Spec-Driven Development team. This role involves building workflows that turn stated intents into refined work items and mergeable code, primarily using Ruby on Rails and Python.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead backend features from early product discussions through to post-launch learning.
• Build application programming interfaces and data models behind agent-generated work items and implementation plans.
• Develop evaluation and benchmarking systems for workflow quality and success rates.
• Collaborate with product and design teams to shape scope and make trade-offs.
• Coordinate multi-person projects and communicate decisions in an asynchronous environment.
• Mentor other engineers and contribute to the technical direction of the team.
• Work in short iterations and use results and user feedback to guide future work.

Requirements

• Strong Ruby on Rails experience in a large production environment.
• Production experience with Python.
• Experience leading substantial projects with clear user or business outcomes.
• A product mindset with experience in owning features end-to-end.
• Full-stack background with a focus on backend engineering.
• Strong API design and SQL fundamentals.
• Experience with AI-assisted development is beneficial.
• Ability to work independently and support technical leadership and mentoring.

Benefits

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

Location

Remote, United Kingdom

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply regardless of meeting every qualification. GitLab values diverse backgrounds and transferable experience.