This role pays less than
63%
of similar roles. Most pay
$192,050–$238,250
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$206k
versus about
$215k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
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.
Staff Backend Engineer, AMER will provide technical leadership across multiple teams to solve complex problems and drive modular architecture strategy for the platform. The role involves leading large cross-cutting backend initiatives, modernizing a legacy monolith into modular systems, and defining standards for APIs, security, performance, and observability. You will establish shared patterns for Go services, Kubernetes operations, and Rust adoption while mentoring engineers and managing technical debt. Key responsibilities include overseeing AI-assisted and agentic engineering workflows, including the development of safety guardrails. The ideal candidate possesses deep experience in backend architecture, data systems, and software supply chain engineering. Technical requirements include proficiency with Go, Rust, Ruby/Rails, PostgreSQL, and Kubernetes. This role addresses the challenge of scaling a high-traffic platform while ensuring reliability and maintainability through robust infrastructure and clear technical documentation.
Backend Architecture
APIs
Agentic AI
Kubernetes
PostgreSQL
ClickHouse
Distributed Systems
Event-Driven Systems
Modular Monoliths
SaaS
Systems Programming
Performance Tuning