The document discusses secrets to hiring top engineers, including diversifying talent acquisition channels and strategies, aiming high in candidates rather than settling, and developing an amazing internal culture and public brand. It is a discussion between Jean-Baptiste Coger from Plato and Roos Takken from GitLab about how to spot and attract top engineering talent.

1. Jean-Baptiste Coger
Head of Community
Plato
@jb_coger
Roos Takken
People Business Partner
GitLab
@RoosTakken
The Secrets to Hiring
Top Engineers
Spotting and Attracting Top Talent

2. DISCUSSION

3. Jean-Baptiste Coger
Head of Community
Plato
@jb_coger
Roos Takken
People Business Partner
GitLab
@RoosTakken
The Secrets to Hiring
Top Engineers
Spotting and Attracting Top Talent

4. About GitLab
1,630
Team Members
68
Countries
550+
Team Members
In Engineering
16X
Employee
Growth in
6 Years

5. Jean-Baptiste Coger
Head of Community
Plato
@jb_coger
Roos Takken
People Business Partner
GitLab
@RoosTakken
The Secrets to Hiring
Top Engineers
Spotting and Attracting Top Talent

6. Top Takeaways
When trying to spot and attract top engineering talent you should:
1. Diversify your talent acquisition channels and strategies
2. Do not settle for what’s available, aim!
3. Develop an amazing culture and brand – internal and public

7. THANK YOU