Job Overview
Location
Remote - USA
Job Type
Full-time
Category
Software Engineering
Date Posted
March 3, 2026
Full Job Description
đź“‹ Description
- • As a Staff Software Engineer, Backend - Platform at Coinbase, you will be at the forefront of shaping the future of the global financial system by contributing to Ledger, one of our most mission-critical services. This role offers a unique opportunity to rearchitect foundational infrastructure that processes billions in transactions and secures the assets of millions of users, addressing the scale and complexity that has surpassed original designs.
- • You will be instrumental in driving the architectural direction of Ledger, ensuring its evolution to meet the demands of a rapidly growing and increasingly sophisticated platform. This involves making critical technical decisions that will have a lasting impact on Coinbase's success for the next decade.
- • Your responsibilities will include architecting and building robust, scalable, and highly reliable backend systems. A strong emphasis will be placed on performance optimization and ensuring the availability of these core services, which are central to our operations.
- • You will lead strategic technical initiatives that span across multiple teams, fostering collaboration and alignment to achieve ambitious goals. This leadership extends to establishing and evolving best practices, frameworks, and architectural standards within the team, thereby raising the overall engineering quality and efficiency.
- • A significant aspect of this role involves providing deep technical mentorship to fellow engineers. You will guide design decisions, conduct thorough code reviews, and actively contribute to raising the engineering bar across the organization, nurturing a culture of technical excellence.
- • Collaboration will be key, as you will work closely with product managers, finance stakeholders, and engineering leadership to define and refine the team's technical roadmap. This ensures that our technical strategy is aligned with business objectives and user needs.
- • You will also be tasked with driving system improvements by strategically embedding AI into our engineering and operational practices. This forward-thinking approach aims to enhance efficiency, identify potential issues proactively, and unlock new capabilities within our platform.
- • The role demands a proactive approach to anticipating and mitigating potential scaling bottlenecks. You will be expected to identify areas of concern before they impact performance and implement solutions to ensure seamless operation even under extreme load.
- • You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the high availability and high performance of our systems, which are paramount given the sensitive nature of financial transactions and asset management.
- • The ability to distill complex technical concepts into clear, actionable solutions for both technical and non-technical stakeholders will be crucial for effective communication and project success.
- • This position is ideal for a seasoned engineer who thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment and is passionate about building the future of finance through cutting-edge technology. You will be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
- • You will contribute to a culture that encourages continuous learning and professional growth, providing opportunities to work with state-of-the-art technologies and tackle some of the most complex problems in the cryptocurrency and blockchain space.
- • The impact of your work will be directly visible in the stability, security, and scalability of Coinbase's core financial infrastructure, directly contributing to our mission of increasing economic freedom globally.
- • You will be expected to participate in in-person team and company-wide offsites throughout the year to foster collaboration and alignment, even though the role is remote-first.
🎯 Requirements
- • 8+ years of experience building and operating large-scale distributed systems in production environments.
- • Deep expertise in backend programming languages such as Go, Python, or Java, coupled with a strong understanding of cloud-native architectures.
- • Proven track record of designing and implementing highly available and high-performance distributed systems.
- • Demonstrated ability to anticipate scaling bottlenecks and implement proactive measures to ensure system stability and performance.
- • Experience leading complex, cross-functional technical initiatives and providing technical mentorship to engineering teams.
- • Ability to articulate and translate complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and actionable plans for diverse audiences.
🏖️ Benefits
- • Competitive salary range: $218,025 - $256,500 USD annually (base salary, excluding equity and bonus).
- • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
- • Eligibility for equity and bonus compensation, reflecting your contribution to the company's success.
- • Opportunities for professional development and continuous learning in a rapidly evolving industry.
Skills & Technologies
Python
Java
PostgreSQL
Kubernetes
Backend
Senior
Remote
About Coinbase Global, Inc.
Coinbase Global, Inc. operates a cryptocurrency exchange and digital asset platform enabling users to buy, sell, transfer and store cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and others. Founded in 2012, the company provides retail brokerage, custody, payment processing, and institutional trading services across more than 100 countries. It also offers a non-custodial wallet, blockchain infrastructure products and developer tools. The company is publicly traded on NASDAQ under the ticker COIN.
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