Blockchain Security Engineer
Blockchain Security Engineer
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Job Description
Base is planning to bring a million developers and a billion users onchain. We need your help to make that happen.
At Coinbase security isnt just a priority. Its the foundation of everything we the fast-evolving world of digital currency where trust is paramount security breaches can mean the difference between success and failure. Thats why weve 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. Youll also have an opportunity to pitch lead and participate in cross-functional initiatives that uplevel the security of all Coinbase products and services.
What youll 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.
- Bachelors 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: 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 and vision).
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 Coinbases roles before applying.
Commitment to Equal Opportunity
Coinbase 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 Employee Rights and the Know Your Rights notices by clicking on their corresponding links. Additionally Coinbase participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.
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AI Disclosure
For select roles Coinbase is piloting an AI tool based on machine learning technologies to conduct initial screening interviews to qualified applicants. The tool simulates realistic interview scenarios and engages in dynamic conversation. A human recruiter will review your interview responses provided in the form of a voice recording and/or transcript to assess them against the qualifications and characteristics outlined in the job description.
For select roles Coinbase is also piloting an AI interview intelligence platform to transcribe and summarize interview notes allowing our interviewers to fully focus on you as the candidate.
The above pilots are for testing purposes and Coinbase will not use AI to make decisions impacting employment. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability please contact .
Employment Type
Full Time
