This role pays less than
82%
of similar roles. Most pay
$169,050–$223,812
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$155k
versus about
$196k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
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About GitLab
GitLab is an all-remote software company that develops an AI-powered DevSecOps platform combining source code management, CI/CD, security scanning, and project planning in a single application.
GitLab currently has
79 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$137,400–$213,600
across 61 roles with salary data.
As an Intermediate Backend Engineer, you will join the engineering team to take backend features from initial problem clarification through production delivery and follow-up. You will collaborate with Product Management, Frontend, Infrastructure, and Security teams to build maintainable, secure, and performant code for shared services. Your daily responsibilities include designing APIs, managing background jobs, handling data models and migrations, and improving automated test coverage across unit, integration, and contract levels. The role requires proficiency in Ruby/Rails, Go, or other modern backend languages, alongside experience with AI coding tools to enhance productivity. You will solve technical challenges related to performance, observability, and system reliability within a remote-first environment. Key technical areas include database management, concurrency, and infrastructure components like Docker and Kubernetes to ensure high-quality software delivery in a complex production ecosystem.
Backend Architecture
APIs
Agentic AI
Kubernetes
PostgreSQL
ClickHouse
Distributed Systems
Event-Driven Systems
Modular Monoliths
SaaS
Systems Programming
Performance Tuning