Senior Software Engineer, Certificate Management

Coinbase

. Lead the architecture and execution of critical cryptographic infrastructure .

Posted 10/10/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $186,065 - $218,900 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates deep expertise in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and applied cryptography, with a strong focus on building highly available, distributed systems and leading technical strategies for large-scale projects. Proficient in automating X.509 certificate lifecycles and protecting private key material in a zero-trust environment.

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Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)Applied CryptographyGolang ProgrammingCertificate Authority OperationsX.509 Certificate Lifecycle Automation

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Hard Skills

Software EngineeringDistributed SystemsCryptographic ProtocolsHigh-Availability ServicesTechnical Strategy DevelopmentCode Review PracticesHSMsCloud KMSGolangJava

Soft Skills

MentoringCross-Functional CollaborationLeadership

Industry Keywords

Zero-Trust EnvironmentRegulatory ComplianceGenerative AI Oversight

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsJavaRustC++Go

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the architecture and execution of critical cryptographic infrastructure
Define multi-quarter technical strategies for novel cryptographic solutions
Own ambitious initiatives and implement secure, resilient cryptographic protocols in a high-stakes, zero-trust environment
Shape engineering quality practices as a technical anchor and mentor
Drive rigorous code reviews and eliminate single points of failure
Build alignment and secure commitment from cross-functional partners across Security, Product, and Policy
Develop high-availability certificate management services for internal and external partners

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of experience in software engineering building highly available, distributed systems
Deep expertise in Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and applied cryptography
Experience operating certificate authorities
Experience automating X.509 certificate lifecycles, including issuance, renewal, revocation, and trust-chain distribution
Experience protecting private key material with HSMs or cloud KMS
Extensive programming experience in Golang, Java, C++, or Rust
Ability to operate in a Golang-heavy environment
Experience operating Tier-0 or highly critical infrastructure
Experience leading technical strategy, architecture, and deliverables for large-scale projects
Experience navigating complex regulatory requirements and translating them into engineering solutions
Responsible use of generative AI with human oversight
Must be based in the USA

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity and bonus eligibility
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Quarterly in-person working sessions (“surges”)
Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Equal opportunity employment