Really transparent and trust their employees - Intermediate Software Engineer GitLab Employee Review

5.0
30 Aug 2024
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Pros

I joined a few months ago and have really enjoyed it so far. I knew exactly what to expect when joining since everything about the way GitLab works is available on the public handbook. Once I joined I confirmed that they do take their values seriously and was trusted to do my work the best way that works for me. At the same time I had support along the way with any issues that could come up.

Cons

None that I can think of yet.

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5.0
24 Jun 2026
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Pros

Best company I've ever worked for. Strong culture, great leadership, competitive compensation, excellent work life balance, and a genuine focus on employee well being and career growth.

Cons

Fast paced environment and high expectations, but that's part of working at a successful, growing company.

2.0
16 May 2026
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Pros

OK pay or benefits in the market. Fully remote. Still is trying to frame itself as a big player.

Cons

Leadership went from being collaborative, communicative, and transparent, to being mercurial, secretive, and out of touch with the actual work. OBSESSSES over your AI usage metrics - even if AI doesn't help you and slows you down. The current layoff in progress was communicated poorly and not planned at all. And now they want us to adore the leaders and the company? Cultish vibes. We went from a company that plans ahead to a company that reacts.

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