Software Engineer, CDP - Foundations

Coinbase Careers Page • $152K — $179K *
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Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience with production backend services in microservices or distributed systems
  • Experience in designing and shipping APIs with a strong focus on user experience
  • Familiarity with deployment and testing in microservice environments
  • Strong communication skills for discussing technical trade-offs with cross-functional teams
  • Ability to responsibly utilize generative AI tools to enhance workflow and efficiency

Responsibilities

  • Build, deploy, and maintain scalable backend services in a distributed architecture
  • Define internal and customer-facing APIs for the CDP with clean design
  • Lead end-to-end feature delivery, from implementation to monitoring
  • Proactively address technical debt to improve operational reliability
  • Participate in code reviews and lead incident response efforts

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Equity and bonus eligibility
  • Opportunities for continuous learning and growth
  • Collaborative team environment with a focus on constructive feedback
Full Job Description
As a Software Engineer on the CDP Foundations team within the Developer group, you'll build the core platform capabilities that enable businesses to launch and scale crypto products. The CDP Foundations team's three pods, Portal and Platform Services, Custodial Foundations, and Fully Disclosed Onboarding and Eligibility, own the foundational experiences and primitives spanning the developer portal, shared customer services, custodial accounts and taxes, and KYC/KYB onboarding and eligibility APIs. You'll design and ship the backend services and APIs that make it easier for partners and their customers to securely access Coinbase's crypto infrastructure.

What you'll do:
  • Build, deploy, and maintain scalable, secure, and high-performing backend services in a microservices and distributed architecture
  • Define internal and customer-facing APIs that serve as the building blocks for CDP, prioritizing clean design and a high-quality developer experience
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of features from implementation through deployment and monitoring
  • Strengthen operational excellence across the team by proactively addressing technical debt and driving improvements in reliability and observability
  • Participate in code reviews and on-call rotation, lead incident response, and foster a team environment that welcomes constructive feedback to maintain high code quality standards

Required Skills and Experience:
  • 2+ years of professional experience building and maintaining production backend services in a microservices or distributed systems environment
  • Experience designing and shipping internal or customer-facing APIs with a focus on high-quality developer experience and clean interface design
  • Familiarity deploying and testing in microservice ecosystems, including structured observability and monitoring tooling
  • Proven ability to communicate technical trade-offs clearly in writing and in live discussions with cross-functional partners
  • Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality.
  • Demonstrates the ability to responsibly use generative AI tools and copilots (e.g., LibreChat, Gemini, Glean) in daily workflows, continuously learn as tools evolve, and apply human-in-the-loop practices to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality.

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Pay Transparency Notice:Base salary varies by location (see range below). Total compensation may also include equity and bonus eligibility, and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).

Annual base salary range (excluding equity and bonus):

$152,405-$179,300 USD

  • Application Limit: Candidates may submit a maximum of 3 applications within a 6-month period.

About Coinbase Careers Page

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There has never been a better time to join the global team of Coinbase professionals, a leading force in the cryptocurrency industry and a hub for innovation and growth.

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Join Coinbase's market-leading team to assist some of the most innovative companies and individuals in mastering the digital currency landscape. Transform financial transactions and systems with the best minds at Coinbase, where leadership in technology and consulting converges to drive digital innovation. Lead from a unique position in the marketplace, at the intersection of technology, financial expertise, and digital innovation. Work with a global team of business and technology advisors to help clients and the company navigate through the evolving world of digital currencies. Collaborate with a dedicated group of professionals who are experts in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency – all committed to advancing the industry.

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