About The Company
Coinbase is a leading global platform dedicated to increasing economic freedom by building the future of finance. We operate in a high-performance environment where the bar is set exceptionally high, fostering a culture that challenges individuals to exceed their perceived limits. As a remote-first company, we emphasize collaboration through quarterly in-person working sessions known as "surges," ensuring strong team cohesion and dynamic problem-solving.
Our commitment to innovation and excellence drives us to continuously push boundaries and redefine what is possible in the financial technology sector.
About The Role
We are seeking a Principal Recruiter to join our Core Recruiting team within People Success. This team is responsible for hiring across Coinbase's General & Administrative (G&A) functions.
The Principal
Recruiter will own the full lifecycle recruiting process for some of the most challenging and senior-level roles. This position requires partnering closely with senior leaders to deeply understand talent needs, build robust candidate pipelines, and implement process improvements that enable the recruiting team to scale effectively. This role demands a strategic, data-driven approach and the ability to innovate recruiting practices across global markets.
Qualifications
8+ years of full-lifecycle recruiting experience in a technology company or similarly fast-paced, high-growth environment
Proven success in closing senior and hard-to-attract candidates
Experience building and scaling recruiting processes across global markets
Comprehensive knowledge of the entire candidate lifecycle, including talent mapping, sourcing, interviewing, and closing
Strong data-driven approach to pipeline management with the ability to interpret recruiting metrics and provide strategic recommendations
Familiarity with utilizing generative AI responsibly to enhance workflow efficiency, cost, and quality while maintaining human oversight
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Responsibilities
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from role intake through to offer closure for complex, senior-level searches within the Core portfolio
Develop and maintain strong candidate pipelines through self-sourcing and competitive research to ensure quality and depth at each recruitment stage
Collaborate with senior leaders to translate hiring needs into effective search strategies and deliver an exceptional candidate and interviewer experience
Drive data integrity and utilize pipeline analytics to identify bottlenecks, improve hiring velocity, and enhance outcomes for hiring teams
Design, implement, and pilot recruiting processes and programs that enable the team to scale its impact across global markets
Leverage generative AI tools responsibly to optimize recruiting workflows without compromising quality or human judgment
Benefits
Competitive base salary ranging from $166,345 to $195,700 USD annually, varying by location
Equity and bonus eligibility as part of total compensation
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
401(k) retirement savings plan
Remote-first work environment with quarterly in-person collaboration sessions
Support for reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities
Equal Opportunity
Coinbase is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Applicants with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact accommodations@coinbase.com.