Associate, Base Ecosystem

Details

Join Coinbase’s Base team to help scale an open, secure, and easy-to-use onchain platform built on the OP Stack. This role supports Infrastructure and Consumer partnerships across Base Chain, Base App, Base Pay, Base Build and Spindl, working with internal and external stakeholders to drive GTM strategies and long-term platform adoption.

Responsibilities

• Support Infrastructure and Consumer partnerships / alliances across Base Chain, Base App, Base Pay, Base Build and Spindl.
• Partner with internal teams and external partners to create and execute go-to-market (GTM) strategies that position Base as the preferred app, network and platform for creators, brands, enterprises, developers and users.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Execute complex transactions and manage multiple projects across internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate clearly and coordinate cross-functional efforts to ensure operational excellence.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience in technology, finance (e.g., Corporate Development, investing) or consulting with a proven track record of deal execution (M&A, investments, large partnerships).
• Demonstrated passion for onchain apps/platforms and a robust onchain resume.
• Experience executing complex transactions and managing multiple projects across internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills (qualitative and quantitative), organization, and a constant focus on operational excellence.
• Results-driven mindset with humility and self-awareness; strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Familiarity with the OP Stack and optimism for open-source, public-good oriented blockchain platforms is desirable.

Benefits

• Full-time offers include bonus eligibility, equity eligibility, and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Medical, dental, and vision plans with generous employee contributions.
• Health Savings Account with company contributions.
• Disability and life insurance, 401(k) with company match.
• Wellness stipend, mobile/internet reimbursement, connections stipend, volunteer time off.
• Fertility counseling and benefits, generous time off/leave policy, and the option to receive pay in digital currency.

Additional information

• Team: Base (incubated within Coinbase; built on Optimism’s open-source OP Stack).
• Work model: Remote-first with in-person participation required throughout the year (team and company offsites multiple times annually).
• Pay range (target): $135,320—$159,200 USD per year (plus bonus, equity, benefits).
• Job ID: P72780