Senior Stock Administrator

GitLab is an open-core software company that develops the most comprehensive AI-powered DevSecOps Platform , used by more than 100,000 organizations. Our mission is to enable everyone to contribute to and co-create the software that powers our world. When everyone can contribute, consumers become contributors, significantly accelerating human progress. Our platform unites teams and organizations, breaking down barriers and redefining what's possible in software development. Thanks to products like Duo Enterprise and Duo Agent Platform , customers get AI benefits at every stage of the SDLC. 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. An overview of this role As a Senior Stock Administrator , you'll own the day-to-day administration of GitLab's global equity programs so GitLab team members can clearly understand, access, and benefit from their equity. You'll keep data accurate across our equity systems (including Equity Edge Online), partner closely with People Operations, Legal, Payroll, Finance, and Accounting, and support compliance with US and non-US tax and reporting requirements. Reporting to the Senior Director, Stock Administration , you'll help mature and scale our equity operations across restricted stock units (RSUs), performance stock units (PSUs), and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Over your first year, you'll streamline processes, improve reporting and team member education, and strengthen audit readiness in a rigorous external audit environment. What You’ll Do Administer GitLab's global equity programs by processing restricted stock unit (RSU) and performance stock unit (PSU) share releases, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) activity, and other equity transactions accurately and on time. Maintain and reconcile equity data in Equity Edge Online and related systems to ensure complete, audit-ready records for all plan participants. Prepare equity reports, supporting schedules, and documentation for stock-based compensation journal entries and account reconciliations in partnership with Finance and Accounting. Support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance by documenting processes and controls, running required reports, and responding to audit requests with clear, detailed support. Collaborate with internal and external auditors to complete equity testing, address control deficiencies, and implement SOX remediation and process improvements. Partner with People Operations, Legal, Payroll, Finance, and external advisors to coordinate equity-related activities and support accurate payroll, tax, and accounting outcomes for vesting and purchase events. Educate and support GitLab team members by answering equity questions and creating clear communications and training on program mechanics and timelines. Prepare recurring and ad hoc equity reporting and analysis for internal partners and leadership to support planning, forecasting, and compensation decisions. What You’ll Bring Experience supporting global equity programs, including restricted stock units (RSUs), performance stock units (PSUs), and Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) administration. Background in public accounting or audit environments with direct exposure to equity compensation testing, internal controls, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance. Ability to prepare clear audit documentation and workpapers that substantiate stock-base ... (truncated, view full listing at source)