Intermediate Backend Engineer, Govern: Security Policies

GitLab is an open core software company that develops the most comprehensive DevSecOps Platform used by more than 100,000 organizations. Our mission makes it clear that we believe in a world where everyone can contribute. We make that possible at GitLab by running our operations on our product and staying aligned with our values. Learn more about Life at GitLab.

An overview of this role

Join GitLab's Security Policies team and be at the forefront of building a more secure software development lifecycle! As a Backend Engineer, you will play a crucial role in empowering organizations to define, implement, and manage security policies within GitLab. Initially, your focus will be enhancing the quality and robustness of our current feature set. This includes reducing our test gap, leading testing efforts, and developing comprehensive automated test cases. By solidifying our existing foundation, you'll be setting the stage for the future of Security Policies. Once our foundation is solid, you'll leverage your expertise to help us introduce powerful new features that give customers greater control and visibility over their security posture. You'll collaborate closely with product manager, designers, and frontend engineers to deliver a seamless and impactful user experience. If you're driven to make a real difference in the world of DevSecOps, we encourage you to apply!

Examples of our projects:

• Pipeline Execution Policies
• Scan Execution Policies
• Merge Request Approval Policies
• External Status Checks

What You’ll Do  

• Build and enhance Security Policies features with a focus on security, performance, and robust testing.
• Take ownership of feature quality by executing manual test cases and driving improvements to the verification process.
• Partner with Product Management and Engineering to uphold rigorous quality standards.
• Champion continuous improvement in product quality, security, and performance.
• Deliver clean, maintainable code adhering to best practices for high-scale web applications.
• Provide timely and constructive code reviews, fostering a welcoming environment for community contributions.
• Proactively identify and address technical debt, optimizing team efficiency.
• Deliver features independently while excelling in collaborative environments for larger projects.
• Contribute to on-call rotations, ensuring the stability and security of GitLab operations.

What You’ll Bring 

• Proven expertise in Ruby on Rails development.
• Proficiency in relational databases, particularly PostgreSQL.
• Ability to articulate complex technical challenges and propose well-defined, iterative solutions.
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