Senior Software Engineer, Backend (Core Automation)

Coinbase; Garden City (ID); Hybrid; USD 186,000 - 219,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology company is seeking a Software Engineer to work on AI infrastructure and automation solutions. This role involves applying advanced AI techniques and writing high-quality, scalable code in Python and Golang. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and strong communication skills. This position is located in Garden City, Idaho, with a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Target bonus

Target equity

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Strong understanding of micro-services architecture.
• Ability to write well-tested code that meets customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Explore advanced GenAI techniques to solve complex challenges.
• Manage project execution using technical expertise.
• Write high-quality code in Python and Golang.

Skills

Software engineering

Python

Golang

Communication

Tools

Docker

Postgres

MongoDB

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.

To achieve our mission, we’re seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the company’s hardest problems.

Our work culture is intense and isn’t for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, there’s no better 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 multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported.

The mission of the Platform Product Group engineers is to build a trusted, scalable and compliant platform to operate with speed, efficiency and quality. Our teams build and maintain the platforms critical to the existence of Coinbase. There are many teams that make up this group including Product Foundations (Identity, Payment, Risk, Proofing & Regulatory, Finhub), AI Platform, Core Automation, and Infrastructure.

The Core Automation Team is a highly driven and innovative group dedicated to developing AI infrastructure and automation solutions that enhance productivity, foster innovation, and create meaningful customer impact across Coinbase. Our mission is to streamline operations for customer support and compliance teams while delivering exceptional customer experiences. As a Software Engineer on our team, you will play a key role in this transformation, utilizing state-of-the-art AI models, frameworks, and tools, along with diverse and extensive data sources, including blockchain data. Your work will focus on breaking down barriers to cryptocurrency adoption and shaping the future of AI-powered customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Explore and apply advanced GenAI techniques, including large language models (LLMs) and Agentic AI, to solve complex challenges across the organization.
• Lead project execution by managing priorities, deadlines, and deliverables, leveraging your technical expertise.
• Write high-quality, well-tested code in Python and Golang to address critical product and business needs.
• Architect scalable, secure systems using modern cloud technologies and industry best practices.
• Mentor team members on design principles, coding standards, and AI productivity tools adoption.
• Debug complex technical issues to enhance system reliability, scalability, and ease of operation.
• Review and ensure the security, scalability, and architectural integrity of feature designs across teams.
• Build pipelines to integrate with third-party vendors and streamline workflows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering.
• Proven expertise in designing, building, scaling, and maintaining production services, with a strong understanding of micro-services architecture.
• Ability to write high-quality, well-tested code that meets customer needs.
• Deep understanding of what high-quality code and software engineering processes look like, and the ability to foster an environment that promotes them.
• Strong technical skills in system design and coding.
• Passion for building an open financial system that unites the world.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a preference for open and transparent cultural practices.

Nice to haves

• Experience navigating rapid company growth (e.g., from startup to mid-size).
• Familiarity with GenAI frameworks/tools, Python, GoLang, Docker, Postgres, MongoDB.
• Background in AI/LLM infrastructure is a strong plus.

Job #: GPBE05US-AI

Answers to crypto-related questions may be used to evaluate your onchain experience

LI-Remote

Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).

Pay Range:

$186,065—$218,900 USD

Please note that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. Evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation or any other basis protected by applicable law. Coinbase will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. For US applicants, you may view the Employee Rights and Know Your Rights notices by clicking on their corresponding links. Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

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AI Disclosure

For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI tool based on machine learning technologies to conduct initial screening interviews. The tool may use a voice recording and/or transcript, reviewed by a human recruiter against the qualifications and characteristics outlined in the job description.

For select roles, Coinbase is piloting an AI interview intelligence platform to transcribe and summarize interview notes. The above pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact accommodations[at]coinbase.com