Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Consumer - Coinbase Card)

Who you are

You have 5+ years of backend engineering experience building production systems at scale — you've owned services from design through deployment and have war stories from debugging complex distributed systems issues. You possess deep expertise in Java and Spring — you've shipped high-throughput APIs that handle millions of requests and have strong opinions on service architecture, dependency injection, and testing strategies. You are passionate about the mission of increasing economic freedom and believe in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. You thrive in an intense work culture and actively seek feedback to keep leveling up your skills. You relish the pressure and privilege of working with high-caliber colleagues and are eager to leave your mark on the world.

Desirable

Experience with blockchain technology or cryptocurrency is a plus, as is familiarity with building services that prioritize safety and reliability. You are comfortable collaborating with cross-functional teams and have a strong understanding of the financial technology landscape.

What you'll do

As a Senior Backend Engineer on the Coinbase Card team, you will build new services to meet critical product and business needs. You will design and implement features that ensure the safety of funds and outstanding reliability for users. You will collaborate closely with product managers and designers to create a seamless user experience for the Coinbase Card product. Your role will involve writing clean, maintainable code and participating in code reviews to uphold high standards of quality. You will also monitor system performance and troubleshoot issues as they arise, ensuring that the services you build are robust and scalable. You will contribute to architectural discussions and help shape the technical direction of the team. Additionally, you will participate in team and company-wide offsites to foster collaboration and alignment with your colleagues.

What we offer

Coinbase offers a competitive compensation package, including salary and benefits that reflect your experience and contributions. You will have the opportunity to work in a remote-first environment while also participating in in-person events throughout the year. The company culture emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to building the future of finance. You will be part of a mission-driven team that is dedicated to making a significant impact in the world of cryptocurrency and financial technology. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement — your unique perspective could be a valuable addition to our team.