Engineering Manager (Institutional - Custody, Prime Onchain Wallet)

📋 Description

• • Lead and inspire a team of highly skilled engineers focused on building the mission-critical systems that power Coinbase Institutional's cutting-edge platforms, specifically within the Prime Onchain Wallet domain.
• • Drive the technical vision and strategy for the Prime Onchain Wallet team, ensuring alignment with Coinbase's broader mission to increase economic freedom and build the future of the global financial system.
• • Translate complex business requirements and ambitious product visions into a clear, actionable engineering roadmap, breaking down large initiatives into manageable, iterative development cycles.
• • Foster a culture of technical excellence, architectural rigor, and operational reliability, ensuring the delivery of robust, scalable, and secure onchain solutions for institutional clients.
• • Act as a key technical voice within the team and across departments, guiding architectural decisions, promoting best practices, and ensuring the successful implementation and operation of complex, distributed systems.
• • Collaborate closely with Product Management, Design, Compliance, and Go-to-Market teams to transform intricate constraints into elegant, user-friendly, and enterprise-grade onchain tooling.
• • Mentor and coach direct reports, supporting their professional development, career growth, and overall impact within the organization.
• • Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to identify, attract, and recruit top-tier engineering talent who embody Coinbase's culture and possess the skills necessary to contribute to our innovative products.
• • Take ownership of processes that enhance engineering quality, uphold stringent Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and ensure the continuous improvement of our development and operational practices.
• • Champion the adoption of new technologies and methodologies that can accelerate development, improve system performance, and enhance the security posture of our onchain offerings.
• • Contribute to and participate in on-call rotations, incident management, and troubleshooting efforts, demonstrating a hands-on approach to resolving critical issues and maintaining system stability.
• • Drive the development of the "operating system" for businesses to operate on-chain, creating the essential enterprise tooling that mirrors the foundational Web2 applications (e.g., Salesforce, Slack, Gmail) but is tailored for the onchain paradigm.
• • Build the only fully integrated solution that simplifies and secures the process for businesses to engage with and manage their onchain assets and interact with decentralized applications (dApps).
• • Ensure that the Prime Onchain Wallet provides a seamless and secure interface for institutional clients to manage their digital assets and participate in the growing onchain economy.
• • Contribute to the development of features that enable institutional clients to confidently stake, govern, and engage with the broader Web3 ecosystem.
• • Work at the forefront of financial technology, leveraging blockchain and crypto innovations to redefine how value is exchanged and economic opportunities are created.
• • Embrace the challenge of building scalable tech and intuitive user interfaces that empower the largest financial players globally to advance their engagement with digital assets.
• • Drive innovation in areas such as prime brokerage and international markets, ensuring Coinbase Institutional remains a leader in providing trusted gateways for institutional crypto participation.
• • Be a proactive problem-solver, running towards the company's hardest challenges and contributing to a high-performance work environment where continuous learning and feedback are paramount.
• • Understand and articulate the strategic importance of onchain technology and its potential to transform the financial landscape, inspiring the team to achieve ambitious goals.
• • Ensure the team's work aligns with Coinbase's mission to increase economic freedom and build the future of finance.
• • Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment where diverse perspectives are valued and leveraged to drive innovation and problem-solving.
• • Manage project timelines, resources, and dependencies effectively to ensure predictable delivery of high-quality software.
• • Stay abreast of the latest developments in blockchain technology, cryptocurrency, and institutional finance to inform technical strategy and product development.
• • Contribute to the overall engineering strategy at Coinbase, sharing insights and best practices across different teams and domains.
• • Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and security standards in the development and operation of institutional-grade financial products.
• • Drive the adoption of robust testing strategies, including unit, integration, and end-to-end testing, to guarantee the reliability and correctness of the software.
• • Actively participate in code reviews and technical design discussions, providing constructive feedback to engineers and promoting a culture of shared ownership and learning.
• • Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for systems, APIs, and processes, ensuring knowledge transfer and maintainability.
• • Lead the team through complex technical challenges, providing guidance and support to overcome obstacles and achieve project milestones.
• • Continuously evaluate and improve team processes, tools, and workflows to enhance productivity and efficiency.
• • Build strong relationships with stakeholders across the organization, ensuring clear communication and alignment on priorities and progress.
• • Drive a culture of ownership and accountability within the team, empowering engineers to take initiative and deliver exceptional results.
• • Contribute to the strategic planning and budgeting process for the engineering organization.
• • Ensure the team is equipped with the necessary skills, tools, and resources to succeed in their roles.
• • Foster a positive and motivating work environment that attracts and retains top engineering talent.
• • Drive the development of secure and compliant financial infrastructure that meets the rigorous demands of institutional clients.
• • Lead the engineering efforts to make the future of finance a reality, building the foundational technology for the onchain economy.