[Remote] Senior Engineering Manager (Consumer Products - Payments at Coinbase

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Cryptocurrency, Fintech, PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Experience in peer to peer payments
  • Experience in crypto, particularly blockchain networks
  • At least 7 years of experience in software engineering
  • At least 2 years of engineering management experience leading consumer products
  • Strong understanding of what constitutes high-quality code and effective software engineering processes, creating an environment that fosters these principles
  • Execution-focused mindset, capable of navigating through ambiguity and delivering results
  • Ability to balance long-term strategic thinking with short-term planning
  • Experience in creating, delivering, and operating multi-tenanted, distributed systems at scale
  • Hands-on capability when needed – whether that’s writing/reviewing code or technical documents, participating in on-call rotations and leading incidents, or triaging/troubleshooting bugs
  • Passion for building an open financial system that brings the world together

Responsibilities

  • Build and manage full-stack engineering teams, to guide the development of features, services, and infrastructure across both web and mobile
  • Coach direct reports to have a positive impact on the organization and support their career growth
  • Collaborate with engineers, designers, product managers, and senior leadership to translate vision into a tangible roadmap on a quarterly basis; break down complex projects into smaller pieces and lead the iterative design and implementation process
  • Be a thoughtful technical voice within the team, aiding in diligent architectural decisions and fostering a culture of high-quality code and engineering processes
  • Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to ensure successful delivery and operation of multi-tenanted, distributed systems at scale
  • Work closely with the talent organization to identify and recruit exceptional engineers who align with Coinbase's culture and contribute to products
  • Contribute to and take ownership of processes that drive engineering quality and meet engineering SLAs

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Full-Stack EngineeringWeb DevelopmentMobile DevelopmentPeer-to-Peer PaymentsBlockchain NetworksCryptoDistributed SystemsEngineering ManagementArchitectural DesignHigh-Quality Code

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What experience is required for this Senior Engineering Manager role?

Candidates need experience in peer-to-peer payments, crypto particularly blockchain networks, at least 7 years in software engineering, and 2 years of engineering management leading consumer products.

Is experience with distributed systems necessary for this position?

Yes, experience in creating, delivering, and operating multi-tenanted, distributed systems at scale is required.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this a remote position or does it require office work?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate stand out for this engineering manager position?

A strong candidate has an execution-focused mindset, balances strategic thinking with short-term planning, understands high-quality code and processes, can be hands-on with code reviews and incidents, and is passionate about building an open financial system.

Coinbase

Digital currency wallet and transaction platform

About Coinbase

Coinbase provides a platform for buying, selling, and storing digital currencies like bitcoin, ethereum, and litecoin. Users can create a digital wallet to manage their cryptocurrency transactions easily. The platform is designed to be user-friendly, making it accessible for both merchants and consumers. Unlike many competitors, Coinbase focuses on building trust with its users through reliable services and a straightforward interface. The company's goal is to create an open financial system that promotes innovation and equal opportunities in the digital currency space.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2012Year Founded
$616.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Crypto & Web3Industries
5,001-10,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match

Risks

Increased political spending may lead to regulatory backlash.
Emergence of competitors like Remittix threatens Coinbase's market share.
Legal challenges from CBBTC launch could harm financial and reputational standing.

Differentiation

Coinbase offers a user-friendly platform for digital currency transactions and storage.
The company has expanded its European presence by acquiring BUX Europe Limited.
Coinbase integrates Apple Pay for seamless fiat-to-crypto conversions.

Upsides

Acquisition of BUX Europe Limited enhances Coinbase's regulatory compliance in the EEA.
Digital asset lending program for Prime clients boosts revenue potential.
Avant-garde educational platform increases user engagement and trust.

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