Software Engineer, Backend (Consumer Products)

Coinbase is seeking experienced backend engineers to join their Consumer Product Group to build the next generation of crypto-forward products and features. The role focuses on solving unique, large-scale technical problems that bridge web-scale applications and blockchain technology. The team's mission is to make cryptocurrency accessible globally through real-time, high-frequency, low-latency applications.

The Consumer Product Group specifically works on making the Coinbase retail app the most user-friendly crypto experience, with a 2023 goal of becoming the #1 self-custody wallet by MTUs and download share. The product suite includes the Coinbase app, advance trade, dapps, and staking.

As a Backend Engineer, you'll be responsible for decomposing the monolithic Rails app into microservices, articulating long-term system scaling visions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and writing high-quality, well-tested code. The role requires at least 2 years of software engineering experience and expertise in building and maintaining production services.

The position offers competitive compensation ($147,000 - $174,000 USD) plus benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, wellness stipend, and unique perks like getting paid in digital currency. The company culture is described as intense, focused on excellence, and mission-driven toward increasing economic freedom worldwide.

Ideal candidates will have experience with rapid company growth, A/B testing, blockchain technologies, microservices architecture, and technologies like Golang, Ruby, Docker, Rails, Postgres, and MongoDB. Experience with financial systems, high-reliability systems, or crypto-forward experience is particularly valuable.