GitLab reviews

3.5

54% would recommend to a friend

(738 total reviews)

Bill Staples

39% approve of CEO

38% positive business outlook

GitLab has an employee rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, based on 738 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The GitLab employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

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738 reviews
5.0
Feb 13, 2020

GitLab is Amazing

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The transparency at GitLab is shocking. I have never experienced something like this with former employers. I knew more about the workings of the company before I started than with any other company. Also the embodiment of of GitLab's values is prevalent and apparent among most everyone.

Cons

I spend more time searching written documentation than at other companies, but I think it's a good thing in a way.

5.0
Feb 6, 2020

Great Company -- Lives Its Values

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I am a nonbinary and neurodivergent person. When I first saw GitLab's handbook sections on gender identity and neurodiversity, I was a bit skeptical. During my interview process, everyone was respectful of my pronouns, and was very understanding about how my neurodiversity impacted my interview process. Everyone was really friendly, responsive, and inclusive. There is no pressure to keep your 'butt in your seat' unlike at some remote jobs where you're remote, but still expected to be chained to your desk from 9-5. I am able to walk my dog, go run errands, or even just go talk to my family or do laundry in the middle of the day without feeling like I have to constantly justify where I am every second of the day. They care about results, not about how much time you're at your desk. The time off policy is no joke. You don't have to beg for time off. It's all easy and integrated right into Slack with PTO Ninja. All you have to do is coordinate with your team. You don't have to plead for time off, or juggle. Just let someone know, make a PTO Ninja event, and you're all set. Amazing. If you're just running out for a bit to get errands done or go somewhere with family/friends, they trust you'll get your work done and you can schedule your day as you see fit. Again, it's about results. Some days you may work 4 hours, some days you may work 10. Flexibility to structure your time how you want is huge. You're surrounded by motivated, driven people. If you are also motivated and driven, you'll thrive here. Overall, I love being a part of this team.

Cons

The hiring process takes a long time. It took 6 weeks from start to finish for me to be fully hired from screening to offer. If you need a job ASAP, worth noting.

5.0
Jan 13, 2020

Defining The Remote Culture

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Pros

Gitlab is a fast growing & progressive software organization that values each employee. Not only is there opportunity to contribute to the entire organization & have an impact on others, it's expected. Everyone can contribute is our motto and we all grow together. Working as a remote employee doesn't feel like isolation. It's been the best experience since going Gitlab since the flexibility provides a control on life while still able to hits sales targets.

Cons

This a rapidly growing software organization that is 100% remote with plenty of growing pains. It's imperative to be the squeaky wheel and speak up when you have questions. Sometimes this isn't communicated upfront & can feel like you're on an island. To that point, we have weekly meetups for local workers to break away from the house routine.

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