Senior Engineering Manager, Payments Platform
"What You'll Be Doing"
What You'll Be Doing
Build, scale, and lead a multi-team engineering organization across Payment Platform, managing engineering managers and senior individual contributors while coaching the team on technical excellence and career development
Define the technical vision and architectural strategy for Payment Platform infrastructure, making decisions on bank/card network connectivity, stablecoin settlement, reconciliation, and failover across a large and growing set of financial institution partners
Partner with Product, Finance, Compliance, and Engineering leadership to shape and execute the multi-quarter roadmap, translating regulatory constraints and partner-integration complexity into iterative, shippable milestones
Own engineering quality and operational excellence across Payment Platform, including SLA accountability, incident response, and the engineering standards that ensure funds move correctly and on time at scale
Drive talent strategy for the Payment Platform engineering organization, partnering with recruiting to identify engineers with payments/fintech infrastructure depth, and develop the next generation of engineering leaders within the team
What We're Looking For
10+ years in software engineering, including 5+ years of engineering management experience, with 2+ years managing managers and scaling multi-team engineering organizations
A proven track record delivering and operating distributed payment systems, financial infrastructure, or high-volume transactional platforms at scale, with deep understanding of rails such as ACH, cards, SEPA, or wire transfers
Strong technical judgment and demonstrated ability to guide architecture, reliability, and engineering quality for critical financial services, including hands-on operational leadership through incidents and service health management
Experience setting strategy and delivering complex work through multiple teams in regulated environments, partnering closely with Risk, Compliance, Finance, and Operations to balance speed, safety, and regulatory requirements
Responsible use of generative AI, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality
Salary Range
USD 253,895 - 298,700 per year
About Coinbase
Coinbase is at the forefront of building a more open, accessible, and efficient financial system globally through blockchain technology. Our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world, and we do this by creating a reliable and easy-to-use platform that empowers individuals and institutions to participate in the burgeoning digital asset economy. We are committed to developing innovative tools and infrastructure that drive the future of finance, fostering a world where digital assets are universally understood and adopted. Our culture thrives on curiosity, collaboration, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. We believe in empowering our teams to take ownership, experiment with new ideas, and solve complex challenges with creativity and integrity. At Coinbase, you'll find a dynamic and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and continuous learning is encouraged. We're building a future that demands bold thinking and a commitment to our shared vision. Joining Coinbase means contributing to a revolutionary shift in finance, working alongside some of the brightest minds in blockchain and technology. With 403 open positions, we offer unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, impact, and the chance to shape an industry from the ground up. If you're driven by a passion for innovation and want to build a world where economic freedom is a reality for everyone, explore career opportunities with us.
Ready to Apply?
To submit your application for this position, please visit Coinbase's official website and follow their application process.