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Blockchain Security Engineer

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Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
152K-179K Annually
Junior
Remote
Hiring Remotely in USA
152K-179K Annually
Junior
As a Blockchain Security Engineer, you will perform security design reviews, threat modeling, and risk-reduction initiatives for Coinbase products, ensuring secure development and processes.
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Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you’re capable of?

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.

At Coinbase, security isn't just a priority. It's the foundation of everything we do. In the fast-evolving world of digital currency, where trust is paramount, security breaches can mean the difference between success and failure. That's why we've made security a cornerstone of our mission, setting the standard for protecting millions of customers and billions of dollars in assets.

As a Blockchain Security Engineer on the Decentralized Financial Security Team, you will work closely with engineers, technical product managers and senior leadership on designing secure products from the ground up. You will be responsible for performing secure design reviews, threat modeling, vendor reviews and secure code reviews for upcoming Coinbase products or features that will be used by millions of customers. You will have an opportunity to work on the latest technology and provide leadership visibility of the current risk posture. You’ll also have an opportunity to pitch, lead and participate in cross-functional initiatives that uplevel the security of all Coinbase products and services.

What you’ll be doing (ie. job duties): To be completed by all business teams except Eng.

  • Perform design reviews, threat modeling and code reviews of upcoming features and products.
  • Identify top product risk areas and lead risk-reduction initiatives with cross-functional teams.
  • Improve and/or automate existing processes to increase efficiency.
  • Participate in the team on-call rotation to support engineering teams through timely design consultations, vulnerability analysis, bug fix verification, etc.

What we look for in you (ie. job requirements): To be completed by all business teams except Eng. 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
  • Expertise in Application Security and fundamental knowledge of cryptography
  • 2+ years of threat modeling/design review experience
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to translate technical security requirements and risks into terms that anyone can understand.
  • Ability to work independently and unblock yourself.

Nice to haves:

  • MS or PhD in Computer Science or related field. 
  • Experience in at least one of: Go, Ruby or Python.
  • Experience automating manual processes or carrying out process improvements.
  • Experience in Blockchain, Exchange, or Decentralized Exchange Security.

ID: P69496

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:
$152,405$179,300 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. 

Coinbase is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at accommodations[at]coinbase.com to let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.  For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here).

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Top Skills

Go
Python
Ruby

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