Senior People Communications & Engagement Strategist
GitLab is seeking a Senior People Communications & Engagement Strategist to help inform, connect, and inspire a fully remote, global team. Reporting to the Senior Manager of People Communications, you will play a key role in designing and executing internal campaigns that foster engagement, transparency, and community. You’ll partner cross-functionally to develop compelling narratives around company updates, team wins, and cultural initiatives, while optimizing usage and adoption of GitLab’s internal communications hub, powered by Simpplr. If you’re passionate about storytelling, culture-building, and enabling better communication across distributed teams, this is your opportunity to help shape the employee experience at one of the world’s leading DevSecOps platforms.
Position will remain open until filled
Requirements
1. 3-5 years of experience in internal communications, employee engagement, or corporate comms.
2. Experience with platforms like Simpplr, SharePoint, or LumApps (Simpplr preferred).
3. Proven ability to craft engaging, strategic content across multiple internal channels.
4. Strong project management and stakeholder collaboration skills.
5. Comfortable using metrics to improve communication effectiveness.
6. Excellent writing, editing, and verbal communication skills.
7. Familiarity with change management or platform adoption strategies.
8. Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a remote environment.
9. Knowledge of tools like Slack, Google Workspace, and optionally Canva.
10. Background in HR, marketing, or community management is a plus.
Benefits
1. Competitive salary depending on location.
2. Remote-first, asynchronous work environment.
3. Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO).
4. Equity compensation and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
5. Growth and Development Fund.
6. Generous parental leave.
7. Home office setup support.
8. Inclusive culture with Team Member Resource Groups.
The application process will continue on the employer's website.