Staff Software Engineer - Backend (Consumer - Agentic Trading)
"What You'll Be Doing"
What You'll Be Doing
Own backend services powering Coinbase Advisor and Strategies, from technical design through launch and ongoing operation
Build integrations with Coinbase's trading APIs so agent recommendations and user-configured strategies translate into correct, auditable trade execution
Develop the agentic harness, including tool calling, orchestration, persistent state, and recovery from failed or partially completed actions
Shape agent behavior through prompt engineering, evaluations, and conversation analysis, working with the registered investment adviser on changes to financial advice
Improve service reliability, latency, observability, and execution safety, including retry behavior and safeguards against duplicate actions
Partner with frontend engineering, product, design, trading infrastructure, and legal/compliance to ship customer-facing capabilities within regulatory guardrails
What We're Looking For
5+ years of professional software engineering experience, with deep backend expertise and a track record of shipping and operating production services
Strong experience with API design, distributed systems, data modeling, testing, and debugging production failures
Proficiency in Go, or a demonstrated ability to learn it quickly
Experience building production LLM or agentic systems, including tool calling, orchestration, or evaluation
A proven ability to take ambiguous projects from zero to production with minimal oversight, backed by sound product and technical judgment
Responsible use of generative AI, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality
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.