Staff Software Engineer, Backend (Institutional)
Coinbase- Full Time
- Senior (5 to 8 years)
Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, and have at least 7 years of experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on distributed systems and data engineering. Experience with blockchain technologies, particularly cryptocurrency blockchains, is essential, along with a deep understanding of data structures, algorithms, and database systems. Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Go, Python, or Java is required, and experience with cloud platforms like AWS or GCP is highly desirable.
As a Staff Blockchain Engineer, you will provide architectural guidance and technical leadership in designing and implementing highly scalable, reliable, and performant data systems for ingesting cryptocurrency blockchain data. You will define and enforce best practices for software development, data engineering, and blockchain integration across the team. You will lead the evaluation and adoption of new blockchain technologies and methodologies, drive the long-term technical roadmap, and architect solutions to significantly scale data collection. Furthermore, you will identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, design robust monitoring systems, and serve as a subject matter expert on cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies, conducting research and analysis of emerging trends.
Cryptocurrency investigation and compliance solutions
Chainalysis provides tools and services for investigating and ensuring compliance in the cryptocurrency space. Their products help law enforcement agencies, regulators, and businesses identify and prevent illegal activities involving digital currencies. The company offers subscription-based software solutions that deliver actionable intelligence and analytics, allowing clients to maintain the integrity of their financial operations. Unlike many competitors, Chainalysis focuses specifically on building trust in blockchain technology by promoting transparency and security in cryptocurrency transactions.