Best software company culture I've ever encountered
Best software company culture I've ever encountered
Engineers are empowered, not micromanaged.
Great work-life balance.
Slightly lower compensation than other companies with high-caliber engineers.
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GitLab Interview Experiences
Software Engineering Manager
A screen interview with an internal recruiter who was friendly and knowledgeable. This was followed by an in-depth conversation with the Senior Engineering Manager to whom the position would be a direct report.
Software Engineer
Pretty straightforward interview, which is on their handbook. Initial screening, then reviewing a merge request. Technical was with the hiring manager, which is a mix of technical and behavioral. Practice more STAR format questions for this stage.
Frontend Developer
The interview began with an HR round where I was asked about my previous experiences, my motivation for joining GitLab, and an example of a time when I demonstrated creativity in solving a problem.
Software Engineering Manager
United StatesJuly 1, 2022A screen interview with an internal recruiter who was friendly and knowledgeable. This was followed by an in-depth conversation with the Senior Engineering Manager to whom the position would be a direct report.
Software Engineer
KenyaNovember 3, 2025Pretty straightforward interview, which is on their handbook. Initial screening, then reviewing a merge request. Technical was with the hiring manager, which is a mix of technical and behavioral. Practice more STAR format questions for this stage.
Frontend Developer
IndiaOctober 18, 2025The interview began with an HR round where I was asked about my previous experiences, my motivation for joining GitLab, and an example of a time when I demonstrated creativity in solving a problem.
