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An overview of this role
The Custom Models team is responsible for providing customers with the ability to create and use their own fine-tuned models for use within the GitLab product and beyond. They will work collaboratively with numerous teams to ensure a full lifecycle of evaluating models, fine-tuning models, storage models, deploying models, implementing models as underlying engines behind AI agents, and protecting these models through means of various hosting techniques.
In this role, you will lead the new Custom Models team to build innovative AI solutions tailored to our customers' needs. You will define processes and best practices as you grow a high-performing team from the ground up. Success in this position requires strong technical skills, managerial experience, and a passion for advancing AI technology.
What you’ll do
Manage a team of engineers across multiple disciplines
Collaborate cross-functionally to gather requirements and deliver customer-focused AI products
Assist in the architecting of solutions that enable customization of GitLab's AI models
Monitor progress, unblock obstacles, and ensure on-time delivery for the team
Coach and mentor team members to support their professional growth
Promote a culture of innovation, inclusion, and delivery
What you’ll bring
5+ years managing high-performing engineering teams
Expertise in machine learning and experience with techniques like transfer learning and model fine-tuning
Data-driven approach to improving team productivity and effectiveness
Strong communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities
Passion for advancing AI technology and building a world-class team
About the team
The Custom Models team is a new team being formed with internal GitLab team members from around the globe. Engineers are primarily located across various European countries, with some distributions in Australia, New Zealand, America, and Canada. This team is growing, and there are currently 7 positions available.
The team works closely with these other teams within the organization:
AI Framework
MLOps
Model Validation
Duo Chat
How GitLab will support you
Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
All remote , asynchronous work environment
Flexible Paid Time Off
Team Member Resource Groups
Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Growth and development budget
Parental leave
Home office support
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
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The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of listed locations only. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. See more information on our benefits and equity . Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary. Colorado/Washington pay range $131,600 — $253,800 USD California/New York/New Jersey pay range $131,600 — $282,000 USD
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