Contract Recruiter, GTM (APAC) at Gitlab

GitLab is the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps. GitLab enables organizations to increase developer productivity, improve operational efficiency, reduce security and compliance risk, and accelerate digital transformation. More than 50 million registered users and more than 50% of the Fortune 100* trust GitLab to ship better, more secure software faster. The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works: we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high-performance culture is driven by our values and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems. Co-create the future with us as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software. *Fortune 500® is a registered trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, used under license. Claim based on GitLab data. Fortune 100 refers to the top 20% ranked companies in the 2025 Fortune 500 list, published in June 2025. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of GitLab. An overview of the role Recruiters at GitLab create a positive experience for candidates and hiring teams throughout the entirety of the recruiting process. They are key contributors to identifying opportunities within GitLab’s hiring processes, typically focus on work within the scope of their immediate team, and act on strategic decisions to influence achievement of hiring goals within their team. Due to the locations we're hiring in for the majority of these roles, the ideal candidate will be located in APAC. What you'll do • Collaborate with cross-functional partners and hiring teams to establish effective recruiting strategies. • Engage in Full Lifecycle Recruiting, with a focus on developing a balanced candidate source mix (passive, active and referral candidates). • Develop and advertise accurate job descriptions to attract a highly qualified candidate pool. • Utilize talent market insights and research to influence sourcing strategy. • Proactively build and use personal resources and assets to enable high quality, accurate conversations. • Utilize data to develop and execute effective hiring team management strategies. • Cultivate positive candidate experience by ensuring timely, thoughtful and engaging communication throughout the hiring process. • Leverage a data driven approach to pipeline management by monitoring key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of recruiting processes. • Develop recommendations for course corrections by utilizing data from our ATS, candidate surveys and other feedback loops. • Contribute to TA process iteration, with a focus on continuous improvement. • Employ deep recruiting pipeline knowledge or experience to identify industry best practices and evaluate competitors. • Promote GitLab values and culture in day-to-day work and in external-facing settings. • Partner with Talent Brand to deliver engaging employer brand content and enhance networks and partnerships. What you'll bring • Experience recruiting at all levels, and preferably for APAC Sales positions across several countries. • Proven success in recruiting for positions in competitive global job markets. • Focused on delivering an excellent candidate experience. • Ambitious, efficient and stable under tight deadlines and competing priorities. • Ability to build collaborative cross-functional relationships across multiple timezones. • Working knowledge using a candidate tracking system (ideally Greenhouse) and various sourcing tools (including LinkedIn Recruiter). • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills. • Willingness to learn and use software tools including Git and GitLab. • Remote working experience in a public technology company setting is an added advantage. 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. How GitLab will support you • Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being • Flexible Paid Time Off • Team Member Resource Groups • Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan • Growth and Development Fund • 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. Country Hiring Guidelines: GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All of our roles are remote, however some roles may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements. Our Talent Acquisition team can help answer any questions about location after starting the recruiting process. Privacy Policy: Please review our Recruitment Privacy Policy. Your privacy is important to us. GitLab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. GitLab’s policies and practices relating to recruitment, employment, career development and advancement, promotion, and retirement are based solely on merit, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information (including family medical history), discharge status from the military, protected veteran status (which includes disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans, and Armed Forces service medal veterans), or any other basis protected by law. GitLab will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. See also GitLab’s EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruiting process.