Engineering Manager, Security

Job Opportunity At Coinbase

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think you're capable of? Coinbase's mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. It's a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform — and the future global financial system. To achieve our mission, we're seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the company's hardest problems. Coinbase Corporate Security (CorpSec) is seeking a hands-on software and security engineering leader to secure user endpoints, enterprise applications, and network communications at scale. In this role, you will partner with Corporate Engineering (CorpEng) to design and integrate security solutions that protect users without introducing unnecessary friction. You will exercise high judgement in balancing risk reduction with user enablement. As an engineering leader, you will define and execute a strategic vision for endpoint and corporate security, empowering your team to address evolving risks with creativity and precision. Together, you will build a secure corporate ecosystem that supports Coinbase's growth and safeguards sensitive data and assets.

Job Duties

Design, implement, and manage security solutions to harden Coinbase's macOS, Chromebook, and mobile endpoints, focusing on secure configurations, compliance, threat detection, and user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate endpoint, SaaS, and data security into broader corporate engineering initiatives. Mentor and guide your team, setting clear goals and driving impactful results. Translate the CorpSec vision into actionable roadmaps focused on endpoint security. Lead hiring to build a high-performing team aligned with Coinbase's culture.

Job Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in software engineering and security engineering. At least 5 years of experience securing macOS and Chromebook endpoints and common SaaS applications in a large corporate environment. At least 5 years of engineering management experience. You possess a strong understanding of what constitutes high-quality code and effective software engineering processes, creating an environment that fosters these principles. An execution-focused mindset, capable of navigating through ambiguity and delivering results. An ability to balance long-term strategic thinking with short-term planning. You can be hands-on when needed – whether that's writing/reviewing code or technical documents, participating in on-call rotations and leading incidents, or triaging/troubleshooting bugs. Your passion for building an open financial system that brings the world together drives you to excel in this role.

Pay Range: $218,025—$256,500 USD

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. Coinbase is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.