Senior Program Manager - Certifications
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Senior Program Manager, Certifications
Position Summary
As a strategic leader, the Senior Program Manager of Certifications will own the design, development, and expansion of GitLab's comprehensive certification ecosystem. This role is critical to establishing GitLab as the industry standard for DevSecOps certification while directly impacting career advancement for thousands of professionals globally. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution to build and maintain a certification program that validates professional skills and knowledge.
This role will drive the creation and maintenance of our portfolio of professional credentials, including GitLab Certified Associates, GitLab Certified Professionals, and specialized certifications across the GitLab DevSecOps platform. Working cross-functionally, you'll establish GitLab certifications as premier credentials in the DevSecOps, CI/CD, and software delivery space.
What You'll Do
Design and execute comprehensive certification roadmaps aligned with GitLab's product evolution and market demands
Lead end-to-end development of knowledge-based and performance-based certification exams for technical audiences
Conduct job task analysis (JTA) using industry-standard methodologies and create psychometrically sound exam blueprints
Monitor and analyze other certification offerings to maintain market leadership and develop growth strategies
Collaborate with internal GitLab engineers, solution architects, and SMEs to ensure content accuracy and relevance
Utilize AI-powered tools for content generation, automated question creation, and assessment innovation
Establish processes for content lifecycle management, including regular updates and alignment with GitLab releases
Partner with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success teams to align certification objectives with business goals
Oversee vendor relationships with testing platforms, badging vendors, and proctoring services
Establish KPIs, track program performance, and deliver executive-level reporting on certification impact and ROI
Drive adoption within GitLab's user community, including enterprise customers, partners, and practitioners
Design structured learning paths from foundational to expert levels across Associate, Professional, and specialist tracks
What You'll Bring
Experience successfully growing certification programs from beginning to enterprise scale
Proven experience conducting comprehensive Job Task Analysis (JTA) sessions using industry-standard methodologies
Strong experience creating psychometrically sound exam blueprints and facilitating item writing workshops
Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD, security features, and DevSecOps workflows; GitLab certification(s) strongly preferred
Proven track record in developing performance-based testing, simulations, and hands-on technical assessments
Experience leveraging AI tools for content generation and assessment innovation
Understanding of test development principles, item response theory, and certification program validation
Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder programs from conception through execution
PMP, PgMP, or similar program management certification preferred
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to executive audiences
Strong data analysis capabilities and strategic thinking abilities
Experience with digital credentialing and modern certification delivery platforms
Deep understanding of learner needs and commitment to delivering exceptional certification experiences
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of the United States only. This range is intended to reflect the role's base salary rate in locations throughout the US. 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, alignment with market data, and geographic location. The base salary range does not include any bonuses, equity, or benefits. 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.
United States Salary Range
$94,100—$201,600 USD
About the job
Senior Program Manager - Certifications
To see similar active jobs please follow this link: Remote Management jobs
Senior Program Manager, Certifications
Position Summary
As a strategic leader, the Senior Program Manager of Certifications will own the design, development, and expansion of GitLab's comprehensive certification ecosystem. This role is critical to establishing GitLab as the industry standard for DevSecOps certification while directly impacting career advancement for thousands of professionals globally. This role combines strategic planning with hands-on execution to build and maintain a certification program that validates professional skills and knowledge.
This role will drive the creation and maintenance of our portfolio of professional credentials, including GitLab Certified Associates, GitLab Certified Professionals, and specialized certifications across the GitLab DevSecOps platform. Working cross-functionally, you'll establish GitLab certifications as premier credentials in the DevSecOps, CI/CD, and software delivery space.
What You'll Do
Design and execute comprehensive certification roadmaps aligned with GitLab's product evolution and market demands
Lead end-to-end development of knowledge-based and performance-based certification exams for technical audiences
Conduct job task analysis (JTA) using industry-standard methodologies and create psychometrically sound exam blueprints
Monitor and analyze other certification offerings to maintain market leadership and develop growth strategies
Collaborate with internal GitLab engineers, solution architects, and SMEs to ensure content accuracy and relevance
Utilize AI-powered tools for content generation, automated question creation, and assessment innovation
Establish processes for content lifecycle management, including regular updates and alignment with GitLab releases
Partner with Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, and Customer Success teams to align certification objectives with business goals
Oversee vendor relationships with testing platforms, badging vendors, and proctoring services
Establish KPIs, track program performance, and deliver executive-level reporting on certification impact and ROI
Drive adoption within GitLab's user community, including enterprise customers, partners, and practitioners
Design structured learning paths from foundational to expert levels across Associate, Professional, and specialist tracks
What You'll Bring
Experience successfully growing certification programs from beginning to enterprise scale
Proven experience conducting comprehensive Job Task Analysis (JTA) sessions using industry-standard methodologies
Strong experience creating psychometrically sound exam blueprints and facilitating item writing workshops
Hands-on experience with GitLab CI/CD, security features, and DevSecOps workflows; GitLab certification(s) strongly preferred
Proven track record in developing performance-based testing, simulations, and hands-on technical assessments
Experience leveraging AI tools for content generation and assessment innovation
Understanding of test development principles, item response theory, and certification program validation
Proven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder programs from conception through execution
PMP, PgMP, or similar program management certification preferred
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to executive audiences
Strong data analysis capabilities and strategic thinking abilities
Experience with digital credentialing and modern certification delivery platforms
Deep understanding of learner needs and commitment to delivering exceptional certification experiences
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of the United States only. This range is intended to reflect the role's base salary rate in locations throughout the US. 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, alignment with market data, and geographic location. The base salary range does not include any bonuses, equity, or benefits. 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.
United States Salary Range
$94,100—$201,600 USD