Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Payments Platform) - Remote

Overview

Coinbase is seeking a passionate Staff Software Engineer to join the Payments team, dedicated to building innovative payment solutions within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

In Short

• Architect and develop a payments platform for processing billions of dollars in payments globally.
• Define strategic roadmaps in collaboration with management and stakeholders.
• Manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Mentor and train team members on design techniques and coding standards.
• Write high-quality, well-tested code.
• Engage with upstream teams to ensure data availability and quality.
• Collaborate with engineers, designers, and product managers.
• Contribute positively to team dynamics and culture.
• Implement a multi-year strategy for Payments engineering.
• Hands-on coding responsibilities.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Experience mentoring junior engineers.
• Expertise in building large distributed systems.
• Ability to foster high-quality software engineering processes.
• Passion for building an open financial system.
• Experience with scalable and fault-tolerant APIs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $218,025 - $256,500 USD/year.
• Target bonus and equity options.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and innovative environment.
• Engagement with cutting-edge blockchain technology.