Backend Engineer • Senior

Who you are

5+ years of backend engineering experience with a focus on financial services — you've built scalable systems that handle complex transactions and understand the nuances of working with sensitive financial data. You are passionate about blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize the financial system, and you thrive in high-pressure environments where you can tackle challenging problems alongside talented colleagues.

Deep expertise in Java and Python — you've developed high-performance backend services and are comfortable with various frameworks and tools that enhance your development process. You have a strong understanding of system architecture and are skilled in optimizing performance and reliability in production environments.

You are a proactive problem solver who actively seeks feedback and is committed to continuous improvement — you relish the opportunity to learn from your peers and contribute to a culture of excellence. Your communication skills allow you to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring that product goals are met and exceeded.

Desirable

Experience with blockchain technologies and financial applications is a plus — you understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with building products in this space. Familiarity with AI and data-driven decision-making processes can also enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

Join Coinbase's Financial Services & Loyalty team to develop innovative financial products that leverage blockchain advantages — you'll be responsible for designing and implementing backend systems that support payments, lending, and other financial services. Your work will directly impact millions of users, providing them with seamless and secure experiences.

Collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and other engineers to define requirements and deliver high-quality solutions — you'll participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and contribute to architectural discussions that shape the future of our platform. Your insights will help drive the technical direction of the team and ensure that we are building scalable and maintainable systems.

Engage in continuous learning and improvement — you will stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, applying this knowledge to enhance our products and processes. Your contributions will help Coinbase maintain its position as a leader in the financial services space.

What we offer

A dynamic and supportive work environment where you can grow your skills and make a meaningful impact — we believe in fostering collaboration and connection among our team members, with regular offsites and team-building activities. You will have the opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the industry, pushing the boundaries of what is possible with blockchain technology.

Competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects your skills and experience — while specific salary details are not mentioned, we ensure that our employees are rewarded for their contributions and have access to resources that support their well-being and professional development.