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Coinbase · 9 hours ago

Software Engineer, Backend - Blockchain Platform (Staking Validators)

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityMid Level
money$152K/yr - $179K/yr

Coinbase is on a mission to increase economic freedom in the world and is seeking a passionate Software Engineer for their Staking Validators team. This role focuses on operating and optimizing proof-of-stake network infrastructure while providing a secure and high uptime experience for customers.

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Responsibilities

Operate as the go to Protocol Validator DRI for assigned protocols
Engage with community members and partners to ensure protocol success
Innovate to optimize operations and bring the best yield for customers
Build infrastructure to ensure secure and high uptime for staking-related nodes
Monitor and ensure top-tier uptime and performance of blockchain nodes

Qualification

Blockchain technologyStaking infrastructureKubernetesPerformance optimizationNode operationCommunity engagementTeam collaborationProblem-solving

Required

Passionate about the mission of increasing economic freedom and believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology
Eager to leave a mark on the world and relishes the pressure of working with high caliber colleagues
Actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up
Willing to solve the company's hardest problems
Ability to operate as the go-to Protocol Validator DRI
Engage deeply with community members and partners
Innovate to make the protocol a success within Coinbase
Experience operating highly performant blockchain nodes at scale
Ability to provide the most secure and highest uptime
Experience with observability and monitoring to ensure top-tier uptime and performance
Ability to optimize operations as the team continues to scale

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k)

Company

Coinbase

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Coinbase is a crypto exchange and wallet platform that allows merchants and consumers to buy, sell, and store digital currencies.
dateFounded in 2012
location
San Francisco, California, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
web-link
https://www.coinbase.com

H1B Sponsorship

Coinbase has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (181)
2024 (92)
2023 (96)
2022 (284)
2021 (183)
2020 (66)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$4.45B
Key Investors
ARK Investment ManagementTiger Global ManagementIVP
2025-08-05Post Ipo Debt· $2.6B
2025-03-04Post Ipo Equity· $8M
2024-03-13Post Ipo Debt· $1.1B

Leadership Team

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Brian Armstrong
CEO & Co-Founder
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Alesia Haas
CFO
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