Manager, Solutions Architect - UK&I
Core
Manage a distributed team of Solutions Architects in the UK/Ireland region, acting as a player-coach to secure technical wins and guide regional strategy for GitLab's DevSecOps platform.
Role type
Manager, Solutions Architecture (Pre-Sales)
Builds
Regional operating practices, team execution, and customer confidence in GitLab's platform approach for UK/Ireland.
Domain
DevSecOps / Software Development Lifecycle / Cloud Security
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Team management, solution architecture, technical strategy, executive relationship building, cross-functional collaboration, operational planning, hiring and development, business acumen, AI tool adoption
Preferred skills
Experience in Sweden or Netherlands markets, deep technical expertise in adjacent domains
Technologies
GitLab (DevSecOps platform)
Responsibilities
Manage a team of intermediate and senior Solutions Architects across the UK and Ireland; Act as a player-coach on strategic opportunities and complex sales cycles; Guide regional strategy for technical evaluations, workshops, and proof-of-concept engagements; Work cross-functionally with Sales, Channel, Marketing, and Product teams; Define and track key performance indicators for the team; Hire, develop, and retain high-performing Solutions Architects.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on IC with team leadership
