Software Engineer, Data Platform Team

Overview

Software Engineer on Coinbase’s Data Platform Team, building and operating systems that centralize internal and third-party data for analytics, machine learning, and end-user experiences.

What you'll do

• Build modular, reusable software abstractions for thousands of pipelines as the platform scales.
• Build and maintain data integration and processing SDKs for data teams and internal services.
• Design and build self-service applications for analysts and data scientists to create, manage, and troubleshoot pipelines.
• Develop tooling for data security and observability (access controls, data quality tracking, cataloging/lineage, usage auditing).
• Collaborate cross-functionally on database/API design and on well-designed data models and metrics for downstream users.
• Convert requests from data/ML/security & compliance into reusable, scalable patterns.

What you'll need

• 3+ years of relevant work experience.
• Strong Python or Java backend development skills.
• Fluent SQL for ETL/ELT, data quality, and analysis.
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake, Databricks, or similar.
• General experience working with data systems or data pipelines.
• Working knowledge of git, Linux, and Docker.
• Experience with Airflow, BI, and AI tools.

Details

• Location: Remote in the USA.