GitLab·Backend Engineer

GitLab Backend Engineer interview experience

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LithuaniaPosted Jan 2020 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I interviewed for a Software Engineer role at GitLab with an “app task + CI/merge request” style technical round, taking about a month from screen to final decision.

Recruiter screen / scheduling — After applying, I coordinated a Zoom screening call with the hiring team to confirm background and role alignment.
Technical interview (merge request review + fix/pairing) — Beforehand I was sent a merge request to review; during the call I explained my comments, then shared my screen to make changes so tests/CI would pass.
Manager behavioral interview — I discussed behavioral topics with a team manager, focusing on how I work and collaborate.
Director interview (final stage) — I had a final director interview with a similar format to

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