Greenhouse ·
full-timeBenefits Analyst
Gitlab · Bangalore
GitLab is a DevSecOps platform that provides tools for software development, security, and operations, serving millions of users and many large enterprises. As a Benefits Analyst on the Total Rewards team in Bangalore, you will handle the day‑to‑day administration of benefits programs for employees based in India. This includes managing eligibility, enrollment, onboarding, billing, reporting, audits, and quality‑assurance tasks, as well as planning and hosting benefits events at the Bangalore hub. You will field tier‑1 benefits inquiries, work with brokers and vendors on renewals and plan changes, and collaborate with Payroll, Finance, People Operations and People Technology to ensure accurate data and compliance. The role requires analyzing utilization and cost data to spot trends, maintaining documentation and process guides, and escalating complex issues to senior analysts. It suits candidates with experience in benefits administration, strong analytical and communication skills, familiarity with Indian statutory benefits, and the ability to work across time zones while incorporating AI‑driven efficiencies into daily work.
GitLab is the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps. GitLab enables organizations to increase developer productivity, improve operational efficiency, reduce security and compliance risk, and accelerate digital transformation. More than 50 million registered users and more than 50% of the Fortune 100* trust GitLab to ship better, more secure software faster. 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. * Fortune 500® is a registered trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, used under license. Claim based on GitLab data. Fortune 100 refers to the top 20% ranked companies in the 2025 Fortune 500 list, published in June 2025. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of GitLab. An overview of this role As a Benefits Analyst on GitLab's Total Rewards team, you'll support global benefits administration and take ownership of day-to-day benefits operations in India, partnering closely with a Senior Benefits Analyst. Your initial priorities will include planning benefits events at the Bangalore hub, streamlining enrollment and benefits onboarding , handling tier 1 benefit questions and escalations, taking over and improving administrative and audit processes, along with routine benefits tasks.You'll build depth in global benefits and manage assigned work with increasing independence, seeking guidance on prioritization, new assignments, and higher-risk issues. This role reports to the Manager, Global Benefits and focuses on benefits programs, not leave administration. You'll need to be based in Bangalore, with periodic office presence for hosting and managing benefits events, and flexibility to collaborate across time zones, including Pacific time. What You’ll Do Support day-to-day administration for assigned benefits programs, including eligibility, enrollment, benefits onboarding, billing, reporting, audits, quality assurance, documentation, and issue resolution, with a particular focus on India. Review benefits and team-member data from multiple sources, research discrepancies and root causes, and recommend next steps for manager or senior team-member review. Work with brokers and vendors on day-to-day benefits operations, and support the Senior Benefits Analyst with renewals, plan changes, implementations, testing, launches, and post-launch improvements. Benefits plan decisions remain with the Senior Benefits Analyst. Plan, host, and manage benefits events at the Bangalore hub, and coordinate assigned benefits activities across selected countries and employment arrangements. Apply documented processes and escalate questions that require deeper local or technical expertise. Partner with Payroll, Finance, People Operations, and People Technology on accurate reporting, billing reconciliation, eligibility data, and compliance-related processes. Support People Operations in resolving team-member benefits inquiries, explain moderately complex benefits topics in accessible language, and escalate cases appropriately. Analyze benefits utilization, cost, survey, and qualitative data to identify trends and prepare summaries, insights, and recommendations that support team priorities. Maintain accurate documentation, process guides, trackers, and communications; support the transition of administrative processes and recommend ways to simplify, standardize, or automate them, including responsible use of artificial intelligence tools. Protect accuracy and team-member experience, communicate progress and risks, and seek guidance on prioritizing improvements. What You’ll Bring Experience supporting benefits administration, including enrollment, reporting, and audits, and working with benefits brokers or vendors. Experience supporting benefits in more than one country is required; global technology company experience is preferred. Strategic benefits plan design experience isn't required. Working knowledge of core benefits concepts, such as medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental benefits. Experience using a human resources information system (HRIS), benefits administration platform, or similar operational tools, with attention to detail in data entry, testing, reconciliation, and quality assurance. Workday experience is preferred. Intermediate or stronger Excel or Google Sheets skills, including VLOOKUPs, filters, pivot tables, and data analysis; m
| Role | Benefits Analyst |
|---|---|
| Company | Gitlab |
| Location | Bangalore |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-09 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
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- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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0/4Benefits Analyst at Gitlab: frequently asked questions
- What is the salary for this role?
- Gitlab has not stated compensation in the listing. Check the original posting or ask during the application process.
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