Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Consumer - International)

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience, particularly in building scalable production systems. You’ve owned services from design through deployment and have a wealth of experience debugging complex distributed systems issues. Your deep expertise in Java and Python allows you to create high-throughput APIs that handle millions of requests, and you have strong opinions on service architecture, dependency injection, and testing strategies. You are passionate about blockchain technology and understand its potential to transform the financial system. You thrive in high-pressure environments and are eager to tackle the hardest problems alongside high-caliber colleagues. You actively seek feedback to continuously improve your skills and contributions.

Desirable

Experience with crypto technologies and an understanding of the financial landscape will set you apart. Familiarity with REST APIs and microservices architecture is a plus, as is any experience with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. You are comfortable working in a remote-first environment but are also open to in-person collaboration during team offsites.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer at Coinbase, you will be instrumental in building out the next generation of crypto-forward products and features. You will solve unique, large-scale, and highly complex technical problems, bridging the constraints posed by web-scale applications and blockchain technology. Your role will involve designing and implementing robust backend systems that support our ambitious mission of increasing economic freedom globally. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product managers and frontend engineers, to ensure seamless integration of backend services with user-facing applications. You will also be responsible for maintaining high standards of code quality through code reviews and testing practices. Your contributions will directly impact the future of the global financial system, and you will have the opportunity to leave your mark on the world.

What we offer

At Coinbase, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work in a culture that values collaboration and innovation, with regular team and company-wide offsites to foster connection and alignment. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we believe diverse teams build better products. Join us in our mission to build the future of finance and make a meaningful impact in the world.