Skills: The candidate should have SME-level experience across the below mentioned required areas:
1. GitLab Architecture
2. GitLab Administration
3. GitLab CI/CD
4. GitLab Runner
5. GitLab Authentication & Identity
6. GitLab Security / DevSecOps
7. GitLab Governance & Compliance
8. GitLab Platform Operations
9. Backup, Restore & Disaster Recovery
10. GitLab Performance & Scalability
11. GitLab Troubleshooting
12. GitLab API & Automation
13. GitLab Integrations
14. Container Registry & Artifacts
15. Migration
Experience: Additionally, the candidate should have a minimum of 3+ years of hands-on experience as a GitLab SME.