Program Manager II, GRC

Ready to be pushed beyond what you think youre capable of?

At Coinbase, our mission is to increase economic freedom in the world. Its a massive, ambitious opportunity that demands the best of us, every day, as we build the emerging onchain platform and with it, the future global financial system.

To achieve our mission, were seeking a very specific candidate. We want someone who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the power of crypto and blockchain technology to update the financial system. We want someone who is eager to leave their mark on the world, who relishes the pressure and privilege of working with high caliber colleagues, and who actively seeks feedback to keep leveling up. We want someone who will run towards, not away from, solving the companys hardest problems.

Our work culture is intense and isnt for everyone. But if you want to build the future alongside others who excel in their disciplines and expect the same from you, theres no better place to be.

While many roles at Coinbase are remote-first, we are not remote-only. In-person participation is required throughout the year. Team and company-wide offsites are held multiple times annually to foster collaboration, connection, and alignment. Attendance is expected and fully supported.

Were looking for a program manager to join our Strategy and Planning team. This team is responsible for governance, risk and compliance (GRC) within ESTO, data and analytics, continuous process improvement, and driving key organizational mechanisms, including the PMO.

In this role, you will lead special projects focused on closing operational gaps within Enterprise Applications and IT Operations (ESTO) and strengthening collaboration between ESTO and other Coinbase business units. Youll help advance critical GRC initiatives that support Coinbases goal of becoming the most trusted company in crypto, while also driving operational excellence across ESTO.

Youll work closely with the Senior Manager, Strategy and Planning and senior leaders across ESTO, while also collaborating cross-functionally with teams in security, legal, finance, and business technology.

What youll be doing (ie. job duties) :

• Lead and drive GRC (Governance, Risk, and Compliance) projects to support ESTOs compliance with regulatory and operational requirements.
• Manage special projects focused on closing operational gaps and improving processes within Enterprise Applications & IT Operations (ESTO).
• Coordinate cross-functional initiatives with key stakeholders across Security, Legal, Finance, and Business Technology teams.
• Develop and implement governance mechanisms, risk tracking tools, and compliance reporting processes.
• Support audit readiness efforts, ensuring documentation and processes meet internal and external audit standards.
• Identify and recommend improvements to enhance risk management, compliance posture, and operational efficiency.
• Create and maintain project plans, roadmaps, and status updates for leadership visibility.
• Adapt quickly to evolving business needs in a fast-paced, highly regulated environment.

What we look for in you (ie. job requirements) :

Nice to haves :

Position ID : P68064

Pay Transparency Notice : Depending on your work location, the target annual salary for this position can range as detailed below. Full time offers from Coinbase also include target bonus + target equity + benefits (including medical, dental, vision and 401(k)).

Pay Range :

$124,780 $146,800 USD

Please be advised that each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within any 30-day period. We encourage you to carefully evaluate how your skills and interests align with Coinbase's roles before applying.

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