Software Engineer, Data Platform Team

Coinbase Careers Page$152K — $179K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years in data engineering or a related field.
  • Strong backend development skills in Python or Java.
  • Proficient in SQL for ETL, data quality, and analysis.
  • Experience with data platforms like Snowflake or Databricks.
  • Familiarity with data systems and pipelines.
  • Basic knowledge of git, Linux, and Docker.
  • Experience with Airflow and BI tools.

Responsibilities

  • Build clean software abstractions and reusable components for scaling data pipelines.
  • Develop and maintain SDKs for data integration and processing.
  • Design self-service applications for analysts and data scientists to manage their pipelines.
  • Implement tooling for data security and observability, including access controls and data quality tracking.
  • Collaborate with upstream teams to optimize database structuring for effective data APIs.
  • Translate functional requests into reusable, scalable patterns for data processing.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(k) plan participation.
  • Equity options and bonus eligibility.
Full Job Description
The Data Platform team builds and operates the systems that centralize all of Coinbase's internal and third-party data, making it easy for teams across the company to access, process, and transform that data for analytics, machine learning, and powering end-user experiences. As an engineer on the team you'll contribute across the full spectrum of our systems, from foundational processing and storage to scalable pipelines to the frameworks, tools, and internal applications that make data easily and efficiently available.

We have a number of open roles within the Data Platform team, each with a different focus area; read on to see if you'll be a good fit as a Data Engineering Platform Engineer.

This role sits between our platform and the analysts, data scientists, and data engineers who use it every day. You'll build the SDKs, self-service apps, and abstractions that let thousands of pipelines and analyses run without those users needing to understand the plumbing underneath.

What you'll do:
  • Build clean software abstractions and modular, reusable components that let us support thousands of pipelines and beyond as we scale.
  • Build and maintain data integration and processing SDKs used by data teams and internal services across Coinbase.
  • Design and build self-service applications that let analysts and data scientists create, manage, and troubleshoot their own pipelines without deep platform knowledge.
  • Build tooling for data security and observability: access controls across storage and access layers, data quality tracking, dataset cataloging and lineage, usage auditing.
  • Work cross-functionally: consult upstream teams on structuring their databases to expose good data APIs, and give downstream data scientists well-designed, well-documented data models and metrics.
  • Convert functional requests from data analysts, ML, and security & compliance into reusable, scalable patterns.

Required Skills and Experience:
  • 3+ years of relevant work experience
  • Strong Python or Java backend development skills.
  • Fluent SQL for ETL/ELT, data quality, and analysis.
  • Hands-on experience with Snowflake, Databricks, or similar.
  • General experience working with data systems or data pipelines.
  • Working knowledge of git, Linux, and Docker.
  • Airflow, BI, and AI tool experience

Job ID#: P77765

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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