Software Engineer, Backend (Platform Core Automation)

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think youre capable of?

At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. Its a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform and with it, the future global financial system.

To achieve our mission, were seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the companys hardest problems.

Our work culture is intense and isnt for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, theres no better place to be.

While many roles at Coinbase are remote-first, we are not remote-only. In?person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company?wide offsites are held multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported.

What Youll Be Doing (Job Duties)

Explore and apply advanced GenAI techniques, including large language models (LLMs) and Agentic AI, to solve complex challenges across the organization.

Excel at project execution by managing priorities, deadlines, and deliverables, leveraging your technical expertise.

Write high?quality, well?tested code in Python and Golang to address critical product and business needs.

Build scalable, secure systems using modern cloud technologies and industry best practices.

Debug complex technical issues to enhance system reliability, scalability, and ease of operation.

Review and ensure the security, scalability, and architectural integrity of feature designs across teams.

Build pipelines to integrate with third?party vendors and streamline workflows.

What We Look For (Job Requirements)

2 years of experience in software engineering.

Proven expertise in designing, building, scaling, and maintaining production services, with a strong understanding of micro?services architecture.

Ability to write high?quality, well?tested code that meets customer needs.

Deep understanding of what high?quality code and software engineering processes look like, and the ability to foster an environment that promotes them.

Strong technical skills in system design and coding.

Passion for building an open financial system that unites the world.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a preference for open and transparent cultural practices.

Nice to Haves

Experience navigating rapid company growth (e.g., from startup to mid?size).

Familiarity with GenAI frameworks/tools, Python, GoLang, Docker, Postgres, MongoDB.

Background in AI/LLM infrastructure is a strong plus.

Job #: GPBE04US PF

Pay Range: $152,405$179,300 USD

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. For US applicants, you may view the Employee Rights and the Know Your Rights notices by clicking on their corresponding links. Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E?Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

Coinbase is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at accommodations[at]coinbase.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. #J-18808-Ljbffr