[Remote] Salesforce Admin/Release Engineer, CRM Systems
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GitLab is an open-core software company that develops an AI-powered DevSecOps Platform. They are seeking a seasoned Salesforce Release Engineer/Admin to manage complex deployments and ensure seamless operation of their Salesforce ecosystem while driving automation initiatives.
Responsibilities
• Manage complex deployments across Development, Sandbox, UAT, and Production environments, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless delivery
• Implement automated testing and deployment strategies using tools like Salesforce DX, Copado, Gearset, or similar platforms
• Configure and maintain custom objects, fields, workflows, Process Builder, validation rules, and security settings to support evolving business requirements
• Oversee sandbox refreshes, data seeding, and environment maintenance to support continuous development and testing activities
• Execute data imports, exports, quality maintenance, and mass updates using Data Loader and other data management tools
• Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to enhance user experience
• Develop and maintain backup, disaster recovery processes, and rollback procedures for critical Salesforce data and metadata
• Partner with development teams to ensure smooth deployment of Apex classes, triggers, Lightning components, and other custom solutions
• Stay current with Salesforce platform updates, implement best practices, and drive adoption of new features and capabilities
Skills
• 4-5 years of Salesforce administration experience with deep platform configuration knowledge and user management expertise
• Hands-on release management experience using deployment tools such as Salesforce DX, Change Sets, Copado, or Gearset
• Strong DevOps foundation with understanding of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment strategies for Salesforce environments
• Multi-environment expertise managing coordinated release cycles across Development, Sandbox, UAT, and Production orgs
• Data management proficiency including imports, exports, quality maintenance, and mass data operations
• Performance troubleshooting skills for resolving configuration issues, data problems, and user access challenges
• Version control knowledge with Git and understanding of branching strategies for Salesforce metadata
• Process-oriented mindset with experience in impact analysis, rollback procedures, and post-deployment validation
• Salesforce Administrator certification (ADM 201/211)
• Platform App Builder certification or other relevant Salesforce credentials
• Experience with specific deployment tools such as Gearset or Salesforce DevOps Center
• Track record of implementing automation and process improvements in Salesforce environments
Benefits
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Team Member Resource Groups
• Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Growth and Development Fund
• Parental leave
• Home office support
Company Overview
• GitLab is a web-based Git repository manager that offers a variety of features for software development teams. It was founded in 2014, and is headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://about.gitlab.com.
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