Lead Backend Engineer for Developer Tools

GitLab · winnipeg, mb, Canada

Location
winnipeg
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
June 05, 2026

Job Description

Serve as a Lead Backend Engineer specializing in Developer Tools. Focus on optimizing developer experience by enhancing CI/CD processes and modernizing testing frameworks across teams.

This role involves significant hands-on coding in Ruby and Go, influencing engineering practices, and spearheading improvements. You will work with global teams to gather feedback and implement solutions that break down bottlenecks in the development lifecycle. Your leadership will be essential in fostering a culture of learning and innovation.

Key Responsibilities: • Drive enhancements in Developer Experience initiatives • Modernize testing frameworks for effective developer feedback • Optimize CI/CD pipelines to enhance collaboration • Influence roadmap decisions through stakeholder feedback • Collaborate to eliminate architectural friction

Requirements: • Extensive background in developer tooling and testing frameworks • Proven leadership in change initiatives across teams •...

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