Technical Program Manager

GitLab is an open-core software company that develops the most comprehensive

AI-powered DevSecOps Platform

, used by more than 100,000 organizations. Our

Mission

is to enable everyone to contribute to and co-create the software that powers our world. When everyone can contribute, consumers become contributors, significantly accelerating human progress. Our platform unites teams and organizations, breaking down barriers and redefining what's possible in software development. Thanks to products like

Duo Enterprise

and

Duo Agent Platform

, customers get AI benefits at every stage of the SDLC.

The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works: we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high-performance culture is driven by our

Values

and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems.

Co-create the future with us

as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software.

An overview of this role

As a Technical Program Manager on GitLab's all-remote R&D PMO team, you will own complex, end-to-end programs that are central to our AI-powered DevSecOps strategy. You will drive high-priority initiatives across product, engineering, data, and security teams, transforming strategic vision into executable plans that deliver innovative capabilities like the GitLab Duo Agent Platform and next-generation developer tools. You will work closely with executive leaders and cross-functional stakeholders, serving as the bridge between strategy and execution through clear communication, proactive risk management, and structured program delivery. In your first year, you will independently lead strategic programs, driving predictable execution, thoughtful tradeoffs between quality and speed, and transparent stakeholder alignment.

Some Examples Of Our Projects

Leading the GitLab Duo Agent Platform from GA through enterprise adoption, including customer onboarding, support models, and billing integration for AI-driven capabilities

Delivering data-intensive platform initiatives that enhance developer productivity and enterprise analytics capabilities

Driving infrastructure modernization and scalability programs that support our growing customer base

Orchestrating security and compliance initiatives that maintain our industry-leading DevSecOps standards

What you will do

Lead end-to-end technical programs across product, engineering, data, and security, from initial scope through launch and continuous improvement

Collaborate closely with executive leaders and senior stakeholders to translate strategic vision into actionable roadmaps and align on priorities and tradeoffs

Coordinate distributed teams across time zones using strong asynchronous communication, providing structure, clarity, and consistent status updates

Develop and maintain comprehensive program plans, proactively identifying and mitigating risks and dependencies while facilitating decisions that balance speed, quality, and customer impact

Partner with customer success and cross-functional teams to refine communication plans, and operational workflows

Champion GitLab's values and culture within programs, fostering collaborative excellence, continuous improvement, and innovation

What you will bring

Proven experience leading technical program initiatives in product, engineering, data, or security environments, with demonstrated success delivering complex programs from inception through scaled adoption

Strong background in SaaS, cloud infrastructure, or DevOps technology companies, with ability to quickly master the GitLab platform and AI/ML initiatives

Excellence in cross-functional leadership, with experience partnering with engineering, product, security teams and engaging effectively with senior and C-level stakeholders

Outstanding communication skills, including asynchronous collaboration, executive reporting, and the ability to translate technical complexity into clear business impact

Track record of success in fast-paced, dynamic environments with evolving technical requirements and market opportunities

Strong facilitation and influence skills, with ability to drive consensus across diverse stakeholder groups while building trust through transparency and delivery excellence

Collaborative leadership style aligned with GitLab's values, including respect, openness to feedback, and commitment to team success

Welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those with consulting, enterprise technology, or technical leadership experience who have owned outcomes and delivered transformational initiatives

About The Team

The Technical Program Management team sits within GitLab's R&D Program Management Office and drives product, engineering, data, and security initiatives across our AI-powered DevSecOps platform. You will join our growing, distributed team of Technical Program Managers currently spanning North America and Europe. We own the end-to-end delivery of complex, cross-functional programs including AI platform capabilities, enterprise customer initiatives, and strategic technology transformations. As an all-remote team, we excel at asynchronous communication to coordinate across time zones while partnering closely with executive leaders and stakeholders to deliver business-critical outcomes.

Remote-Global

The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of the United States only. This range is intended to reflect the role's base salary rate in locations throughout the US. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, alignment with market data, and geographic location. The base salary range does not include any bonuses, equity, or benefits. See more information on our

Benefits

and

equity

. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.

United States Salary Range

$92,400

—

$198,000 USD

How GitLab will support you

Benefits To Support Your 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

Home office

support

Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from

underrepresented groups

are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.

Country Hiring Guidelines

GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All of our roles are remote, however some roles may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements. Our Talent Acquisition team can help answer any questions about location after starting the recruiting process.

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GitLab’s EEO Policy

and

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Accommodation

, please let us know during the

recruiting process

.