HR Business Partner

Coinbase; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 176,000 - 208,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cryptocurrency platform in Austin is seeking an experienced HR professional to spearhead people programs, enhance company culture, and provide strategic guidance on talent management. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of HR experience and excels in stakeholder management and data-driven decision-making. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits including equity and medical coverage.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Equity options

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of HR experience, chief of staff, or consultant.
• Proven ability to create and execute on people processes.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to navigate complex situations.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead people programs enhancing company culture.
• Partner with leaders on organization design and planning.
• Provide coaching on skill development and career pathing.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision making

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Job description

Overview

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you’re capable of?

At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It’s a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and with it, the future global financial system.

We’re seeking a candidate who is passionate about our mission and believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who relishes high‑caliber collaboration, actively seeks feedback, and is eager to solve the company’s hardest problems. Our work culture is intense and not for everyone; if you want to build the future alongside others who excel, this is a place to be.

While many roles at Coinbase are remote‑first, we are not remote‑only. In‑person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company‑wide offsites are held several times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and supported.

Responsibilities

• Work with relevant stakeholders to spearhead people programs and strategies that enhance our culture, including performance management, compensation, talent development and feedback, employee engagement and retention, and internal communications.
• Partner with functional leaders on org design, planning, and relevant people strategies at scale.
• Provide coaching and guidance on skill development, career pathing and leveling, change management, and sensitive people situations.
• Identify and advise leaders on the development needs of their teams and functions.
• Approach people matters with an eye toward compliance and reducing risks; help build and apply HR policies and manage global employee relations issues.
• Analyze trends and use data to develop people insights and influence change.
• Build excellent working relationships across the business and with the People Team COEs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience as an HR professional, chief of staff, or consultant.
• Ability to create, improve, and execute on people processes and programs with efficient execution.
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to navigate nuanced situations with poise and good judgment.
• Data‑driven decision making or demonstrated analytical thinking.
• Clear communication and escalation skills.
• Comfort with giving and receiving feedback across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with changing priorities.
• Problem‑solving mindset in ambiguous environments.
• Reputation for integrity, confidentiality, dedication, and ownership.

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Compensation and Notice

Pay transparency notice: Depending on location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full‑time offers include target bonus, target equity, and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).

Pay Range: $176,035—$207,100 USD

Please note that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30‑day period.

Equal Opportunity and Privacy

Coinbase is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by law. Coinbase may consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. For US applicants, see Employee Rights and Know Your Rights notices. Coinbase participates in the E‑Verify program where required by law. We provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities; contact accommodations at Coinbase for requests.

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AI Disclosure: Coinbase is piloting AI tools for screening in select roles. A human recruiter will review responses and notes to assess qualifications. These pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make employment decisions. For accommodation requests due to disability, contact accommodations at Coinbase.