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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.

Coinbase is seeking a software engineer to join our team to build out the next generation of crypto-forward products and features. You will solve unique, large scale, highly complex technical problems, bridging the constraints posed by web-scale applications and blockchain technology. You will help build the next generation of systems to make cryptocurrency accessible to everyone across the globe, operating real-time applications with high frequency, low latency updates, and managing the most secure, dockerized infrastructure running in the cloud.

What you’ll be doing (ie. job duties):

Work with engineers, designers, product managers and leadership to turn our product and technical vision into a tangible roadmap every quarter
Write high quality, well tested code to meet the needs of your customers

What we look for in you (ie. job requirements):

Available to begin employment immediately
1+ years experience in software engineering/development
You write high quality, well tested code to meet the needs of your customers
You're excited about hard problems and getting things done
You are self-motivated and committed to personal growth
You approach problems with positive energy
Degree or certificate in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics or equivalent work experience

Nice to haves:

You’ve worked on either backend or frontend teams using Golang, MongoDB, AWS, Docker, Postgres, Ruby, Rails or React Native
You're passionate about blockchain, crypto, and building an open financial system that brings the world together

ID: G2443

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:

$128,775—$151,500 USD

Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.

Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Coinbase is committed to diversity in its workforce and 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 Know Your Rights notice here. Additionally, Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law.

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What You Should Know About Software Engineer, Emerging Talent , Coinbase

Are you ready to push the boundaries of what you think you can achieve? Coinbase, a leader in the cryptocurrency space, is on the lookout for a passionate Software Engineer, Emerging Talent. Our mission is to enhance economic freedom worldwide and create groundbreaking on-chain platforms that redefine the global financial system. If you’re excited about tackling complex problems and engaging with a community of top-tier professionals, you’ll thrive at Coinbase. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with engineers, designers, and product managers to transform our visionary ideas into actionable plans. You will write high-quality, well-tested code that directly meets customer needs while solving intricate technical challenges, using the latest in blockchain technology. You’ll be operating real-time applications that require high frequency and low latency updates in a secure cloud environment. We're looking for candidates with a degree or certificate in Computer Science or related fields, along with at least one year of software development experience. If you have experience with technologies such as Golang, MongoDB, Docker, or are passionate about blockchain, we want to hear from you! At Coinbase, we nurture a culture of feedback and personal growth, where you’re encouraged to solve the hardest problems. If you're self-motivated and optimistically approach challenges, join us in making cryptocurrency accessible to everyone. Let’s build the future together!

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What are the responsibilities of a Software Engineer, Emerging Talent at Coinbase?

As a Software Engineer, Emerging Talent at Coinbase, you will collaborate with various teams to develop innovative products, write high-quality code, and address complex issues linked to blockchain technology. This role will involve creating tangible roadmaps to elevate our product and technical direction on a quarterly basis while ensuring your code meets customer needs.