GitLab
Backend Engineer, Knowledge Graph (Rust)
About this role
Description: Join GitLab as an Intermediate Backend Engineer on the Orbit team to build and operate a graph data service for GitLab Duo agents and analytics. Work with a Rust-first team focused on system design, data reliability, and operational readiness. Requirements: Professional experience in backend systems with a focus on reliability and maintainability. Proficiency in at least one modern backend language, with a strong interest in Rust. Exposure to distributed data or analytics systems and interest in graph data modeling. Experience with AI tools in development and a language-agnostic mindset. Solid system design fundamentals and comfort in a low-process, high-ownership environment. Benefits: Comprehensive benefits supporting health, finances, and well-being. Flexible Paid Time Off and parental leave. Equity compensation and employee stock purchase plan. Growth and development fund for professional advancement.