Director of Recruiting, Engineering & IT, Bangalore India

GitLab is looking for a Director of Recruiting, Engineering & IT to lead talent acquisition efforts based in Bengaluru, India, while helping shape technical hiring throughout…

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GitLab is looking for a Director of Recruiting, Engineering & IT to lead talent acquisition efforts based in Bengaluru, India, while helping shape technical hiring throughout the broader Asia-Pacific region. Operating as an intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps, GitLab serves millions of registered users and numerous top enterprises, utilizing AI as a core productivity tool across its daily workflows. In this full-time role, the selected candidate will direct a multi-layered…

Job Description

In this full-time role, the selected candidate will direct a multi-layered recruitment organization, handle executive-level searches, and act as a strategic talent advisor to technical leaders. Responsibilities include designing talent pipelines, developing workforce plans, and establishing scalable hiring models for high-growth tech portfolios encompassing artificial intelligence, security, and infrastructure.

This position is suited for an experienced recruiting leader with deep familiarity with the Indian technology talent market, a background in managing distributed teams, and proficiency in data-informed workforce strategy. Ideal candidates possess substantial experience overseeing technical recruitment for engineering and IT sectors in rapidly scaling enterprise environments.

GitLab maintains an equal opportunity workplace, offering an affirmative action environment focused entirely on merit without unlawful discrimination. Team members participate in an all-remote, globally distributed work structure supported by cross-functional partnership across finance, compensation, and people operations.

Responsibilities

Manage and mentor a multi-layered recruiting organization supporting over 100 to 200 Engineering and IT requisitions across India and the Asia-Pacific region
Maintain direct ownership of senior and executive-level technical searches, including Vice President and C-suite-adjacent roles
Establish pipeline strategies and source candidates for hard-to-fill positions in artificial intelligence, machine learning, security, infrastructure, and emerging technologies
Advise senior technical leaders on organizational design, headcount planning, compensation considerations, and hiring priorities
Define regional hiring metrics, surface operational risks to leadership, and recommend practical solutions for predictable recruitment outcomes
Collaborate with finance, compensation, and people business partners regarding headcount strategy, tooling decisions, and process enhancements
Champion diversity, inclusion, and belonging while strengthening candidate experiences across time zones

Requirements

Experience leading recruiting functions within high-tech companies or complex enterprise hiring environments
Background managing recruitment managers or overseeing multi-layered talent acquisition organizations
Extensive experience recruiting engineering and IT talent from individual contributor levels up to executive leadership
Demonstrated track record of engaging and closing passive candidates for senior technical and leadership roles
Comprehensive knowledge of the technology talent market in India and regional hiring strategy across the Asia-Pacific area
Experience leading distributed teams and handling large, multi-portfolio hiring plans
Proficiency with recruitment metrics, market intelligence, applicant tracking systems, LinkedIn Recruiter, and sourcing tools

Qualifications

Prior experience using Greenhouse is helpful

Core Skills

Git Communication Leadership Recruitment Machine Learning

Benefits

Flexible Paid Time Off
Team Member Resource Groups
Equity Compensation and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Growth and Development Fund
Parental Leave

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the location and remote work policy for this role?

This position is based in Bengaluru, India. GitLab operates as an all-remote company globally, though certain roles may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements.

What is the employment type for the Director of Recruiting position?

This is a full-time employment opportunity.

What is the salary range offered for this job?

The source posting does not specify a salary range for this role.

How can I apply if I do not meet every single qualification listed?

GitLab welcomes interest from candidates with varying levels of experience and transferable skills, and encourages applicants to apply even if they do not meet every listed requirement.