Staff Blockchain Security Architect - EMEA - United Kingdom

Staff Blockchain Security Architect - EMEA - United Kingdom

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Job DescriptionJob Overview:

Coinbase is seeking a Staff Blockchain Security Architect to join their growing Blockchain Security (BlockSec) team. This team is responsible for ensuring the security of blockchain interactions, protocols, smart contracts, and related technologies as the company expands globally. The role involves collaboration with engineering teams to secure Coinbase's platform and working with cutting-edge blockchain innovations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Security Assessments & Threat Modeling: Conduct security assessments and threat modeling for blockchain protocols, smart contracts, and distributed ledger technologies. Analyze assets for vulnerabilities.
• Collaboration with Engineering: Work with product and engineering teams to secure smart contract development and blockchain protocols. Advise on architecture and coding practices for security-critical backend systems.
• Tooling and Automation: Lead the development of internal blockchain security tools, collaborate with tooling teams, and identify opportunities for automation. Stay informed on emerging protocols like zk-SNARKs, zero-knowledge proofs, and other innovations. Conduct research on blockchain upgrades.
• Leadership & Communication: Provide mentorship, lead security initiatives, and communicate risks and solutions effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Community Engagement: Publish blogs, give talks on blockchain security, and present findings on vulnerabilities and security challenges.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: 8+ years in blockchain, with at least 4 years in blockchain security. Expertise in architecture and threat modeling for crypto systems.
• Technical Skills: Deep understanding of blockchains, especially EVM chains like Ethereum. Familiarity with DEXs, NFTs, bridging, and smart contracts. Experience with crypto custodians and security vulnerabilities.
• Additional Skills: Knowledge of cryptographic innovations such as zk-SNARKs, FHE, MPC. Ability to lead teams and communicate effectively.

Nice-to-Haves:

• Knowledge of non-EVM blockchain security architecture.
• Deep understanding of emerging cryptographic technologies.

Compensation:

• Includes target bonus, equity, medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

How to Apply:

• Apply via Coinbase’s Easy Apply platform.
• Candidates can submit up to four applications within 30 days.

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