Sid Sijbrandij is the Co-founder & Executive Chair of GitLab. Sijbrandij is based in USA. Earlier roles include positions at GitLab. Sijbrandij was educated at University of Twente.
Dutch entrepreneur who co-founded GitLab in 2012 and served as CEO until 2024. He pioneered remote-first company culture and built GitLab from an open-source project into a public DevSecOps platform company. Previously worked on recreational submarines at U-Boat Worx and taught himself programming in Ruby.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Sijbrandij's transition away from GitLab's leadership and his subsequent ventures. After stepping down as CEO in late 2024, Sijbrandij raised funding for a new AI coding company called Kilo, while simultaneously navigating a rare cancer diagnosis that has prompted exploration of AI-powered treatment approaches. Coverage has also noted workforce reductions at GitLab following Sijbrandij's departure.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Citizenship
- Kingdom of the Netherlands
- Education
- University of Twente
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Sid Sijbrandij: FAQ
- Who is Sid Sijbrandij?
- Sid Sijbrandij is the Co-founder & Executive Chair of GitLab, based in USA.
- Where did Sid Sijbrandij work previously?
- Earlier roles include GitLab (CEO, until 2024).
- Where was Sid Sijbrandij educated?
- Sid Sijbrandij studied at University of Twente.