Frontend Software Engineer, Sr.

About The Company

Coinbase is a leading digital currency platform dedicated to increasing economic freedom worldwide. Committed to innovation and security, Coinbase provides a trusted environment for individuals and institutions to buy, sell, and manage cryptocurrencies. As a pioneer in the blockchain space, Coinbase strives to make digital currency accessible and straightforward for everyone, fostering financial inclusion and empowering users to participate in the evolving financial landscape. The company operates with a strong emphasis on compliance, security, and customer trust, continuously enhancing its offerings to meet the needs of a global user base.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Frontend Software Engineer to join the Coinbase Card team within the Consumer Product Group. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and delivering user-facing features that enhance the experience of Coinbase's card products, including the Coinbase One Card (credit) and the Coinbase Card (debit). Your work will contribute to consolidating these products onto a unified platform, providing seamless and efficient payment experiences for millions of customers worldwide. As part of a small, dynamic team with high ownership, you will engage in greenfield feature development, optimize performance, and have a direct impact on how users discover, activate, and utilize their cards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of crypto-enabled payments and improve customer satisfaction through innovative frontend solutions.

Responsibilities

• Own the complete frontend development lifecycle for core crypto money movement features, including sending, receiving, and transaction status updates across web and mobile platforms
• Drive measurable improvements in user journey latency, system availability, and adherence to SLOs for payment flows
• Design, build, and deploy new user-facing features such as contact management systems and real-time transaction status trackers
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to scope, prioritize, and deliver impactful projects that enhance customer experience and reduce contact rates
• Identify frontend performance bottlenecks within payment flows and implement solutions to reduce end-to-end latency and improve reliability for a global user base
• Ensure high-quality code, maintainability, and adherence to best practices in frontend development
• Mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative engineering environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience in software engineering, with a strong focus on frontend development
• Deep expertise in React and React Native frameworks
• Proven track record of shipping consumer-facing products end-to-end in high-scale environments
• Experience managing Service Level Objectives (SLOs) and driving improvements in latency and availability
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute as a senior technical voice within a team
• Strong understanding of performance optimization, reliability, and user experience principles
• Experience with real-time transaction tracking and contact management systems is a plus
• Knowledge of responsible AI utilization and workflow efficiency best practices

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with experience and location
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
• Equity and bonus opportunities based on performance
• Flexible remote work environment with quarterly in-person "surges" for team collaboration
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing learning support
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture that values innovation and integrity