Software Engineer, Backend (Institutional - Financing)

Coinbase is seeking a Backend Software Engineer for their Institutional Financing Engineering team, focusing on building and maintaining systems that manage billions in loans across various products including Portfolio Margin, Trade Finance, and Agency Lending. This role is crucial for the Prime Brokerage business, enabling customer leverage on trading positions and yield generation on long holdings.

The position involves designing and implementing new financing products, creating reporting tools and APIs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver quarterly objectives. You'll be working on high-stakes systems that generate recurring revenue and increase trading activity.

Coinbase's mission is to increase economic freedom globally through cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. They offer a fast-paced, intense work environment where you'll work alongside high-caliber colleagues building cutting-edge crypto technologies and scalable infrastructure.

The role requires strong technical expertise in building and scaling production services, with experience in service-oriented architecture. You'll be writing high-quality, well-tested code and potentially working with technologies like Golang, Postgres, Kafka, Protobuf, and React.

Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, 401(k) with company match, wellness stipends, fertility benefits, and the unique option to be paid in digital currency. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $152,405 to $179,300 USD, plus bonus and equity opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for engineers passionate about building an open financial system and who thrive in an environment that pushes beyond conventional limits. The role combines technical challenges with the opportunity to shape the future of global finance through cryptocurrency innovation.