Senior Backend Software Engineer - Blockchain Staking Validators

Are you ready to challenge your limits and transform the world?

At Coinbase, we're on a mission to enhance global economic freedom. This ambitious goal calls for exceptional talent as we develop the future of financial systems with our cutting-edge on-chain platform.

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who shares our passion for crypto and blockchain technology. If you're eager to make an impact, thrive under pressure, and welcome constructive feedback, we invite you to join our talented team as we tackle some of the most complex problems in the industry.

Our work environment is dynamic and fast-paced. If you are committed to contributing to groundbreaking advancements alongside top-tier professionals, this is the ideal place for you.

Our Staking Validators team is pivotal in managing all staking nodes at Coinbase.

We oversee the largest validator fleet in the world: Our mission is to onboard, operate, and enhance proof-of-stake network infrastructure at Coinbase.

We build structures for unmatched security and uptime: Observability and monitoring are key to our approach, ensuring exceptional performance and reliability.

We continuously innovate to deliver the best yield for our customers: Our team is always discovering creative ways to optimize operations as we scale.

We provide an exemplary staking experience to both internal teams and our external clients.

What sets this team apart:

Significant autonomy: You will take on the role of Protocol Validator DRI for your designated protocol, engaging deeply with community members and partners, and driving its success at Coinbase.

In the forefront of crypto advancement: We actively engage with the community and operate at the cutting edge of crypto innovation.

High impact role: As a leading validator operator, your contributions will resonate throughout Coinbase and the broader crypto landscape.

Intellectually stimulating challenges: Experience unique engineering hurdles in operating high-performance blockchain nodes at scale.

Recent insights shared through our public blogposts include:

Ethereum Validator Performance Report

Solana Performance Report

Insights Analysis

Operating staking nodes on Kubernetes

Reimagining Ethereum staking node architecture for enhanced performance and reliability

This position has the following compensation details:

Annual base salary range (excluding bonus and equity): $186,065-$218,900 USD.

Each candidate is encouraged to apply for a maximum of four positions within a 30-day timeframe. Please assess how your skills align with our roles before applying.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Coinbase proudly welcomes applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable law.

We are committed to offering reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the hiring process. For adjustments needed due to a disability, please contact us at accommodations[at]coinbase.com.

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