Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure - Compute Platform
Core
Design, build, and operate the primary compute orchestration infrastructure (Kubernetes-based) that runs every service at Coinbase, focusing on scalability, reliability, and efficiency.
Role type
Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure (Compute Platform)
Builds
Kubernetes cluster management tooling, automation, developer workflows, and net-new compute capabilities (jobs, scheduling, deployment strategies, EFS support, right-sizing).
Domain
Cloud Infrastructure / Compute Orchestration / FinTech
Deliverable
infrastructure
Required skills
Kubernetes, distributed systems design, AWS/GCP infrastructure services, CNCF ecosystem tools (Helm, Prometheus, ArgoCD, Envoy), AI tooling for infrastructure workflows, root-cause analysis
Preferred skills
Generative AI application, integrating AI-driven processes into infrastructure
Technologies
Kubernetes, Istio, AWS, GCP, Helm, Prometheus, ArgoCD, Envoy, EFS
Responsibilities
Own design, build, and operation of Kubernetes cluster management tooling; Build developer-facing tooling and workflows; Deliver net-new compute capabilities; Drive operational excellence by automating toil; Partner with Security, Reliability, and Observability teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC