Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience, particularly in building scalable systems that handle complex financial transactions. Your expertise in Java and Python allows you to create robust APIs that integrate seamlessly with various financial services. You are passionate about blockchain technology and understand its potential to revolutionize the financial system. You thrive in high-pressure environments and are eager to tackle challenging problems alongside a team of high-caliber colleagues.

You possess strong problem-solving skills and are comfortable seeking feedback to continuously improve your work. Your ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders makes you a valuable team member. You are excited about the opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven company like Coinbase, where your work can have a significant impact on economic freedom worldwide.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer on the Money Movement team, you will design and implement the infrastructure that powers Coinbase's financial services. You will collaborate closely with product managers and frontend engineers to create self-service APIs that facilitate payments, trading, and wallet functionalities. Your role will involve optimizing existing systems for performance and reliability while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

You will participate in code reviews and mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and best practices to foster a culture of learning within the team. You will also engage in cross-functional collaboration to align technical solutions with business objectives, ensuring that the products you build meet the needs of users and stakeholders alike.

What we offer

Coinbase provides a dynamic work environment where innovation is encouraged, and your contributions are recognized. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in the blockchain space and be part of a team that is shaping the future of finance. The company supports remote work while also fostering in-person collaboration through regular team offsites. Competitive compensation and benefits are part of the package, reflecting the value you bring to the organization.