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full-timeSenior Risk Analyst
Coinbase · Remote - USA
Coinbase is a company in the cryptocurrency exchange and financial services sector focused on increasing economic freedom. As a Senior Risk Analyst within the Consumer and Business group, you will be responsible for identifying and mitigating account takeover and scam risks across the platform. The role involves building and scaling end-to-end risk controls, defining success metrics, and leveraging data to drive strategic decisions. You will work closely with Product, Engineering, and Data Science teams to develop fraud prevention strategies while synthesizing complex data findings into actionable recommendations for leadership. Day-to-day tasks include reviewing anomalous transaction alerts, building reporting frameworks, and conducting rigorous analysis to protect platform integrity. This position is well-suited for a professional with over six years of experience in risk management, specifically within e-commerce or financial services. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical proficiency in SQL and Python, experience with business intelligence tools, and a background in combating fraud or account security threats. Familiarity with blockchain analytics and the ability to independently scope and deliver cross-functional analytics projects are essential for success in this remote-first environment.
Ready to do the most impactful work of your career? At Coinbase , we are uncompromising on our mission to increase economic freedom. The bar is high, the environment is intense, and we like it that way. This isn't a place for complacency, it’s a place to be pushed past your perceived limits. If you're ready to build the future of finance alongside people who refuse to settle for "good enough," you belong here. Coinbase is a remote-first, but not remote-only company. Expect to get together quarterly for intense in-person working sessions called “surges.” learn more about working at Coinbase . As a Senior Analyst on the Risk Analytics team within the Consumer & Business group, you'll own the identification and mitigation of account takeover (ATO) and scam risk across the Coinbase ecosystem. You'll build critical defenses that protect our users and platform integrity, using data to drive risk decisions that impact millions of customers. This is a high-impact role where you'll define risk metrics, shape prevention strategies, and partner cross-functionally with Product, Engineering, and Data Science to stay ahead of evolving threats. What you'll do: Own end-to-end risk controls for ATO and scam prevention, scaling processes to maintain coverage as the business expands into new products and regions. Define risk success metrics, build reporting frameworks, and drive continuous improvement by identifying and prioritizing control enhancements. Leverage data to assess risk and make decisions impacting large customer segments, measuring and quantifying associated tradeoffs through rigorous analysis. Partner with Product, Engineering, and Data Science to develop custom risk management strategies and techniques across the Coinbase product suite. Synthesize data findings into clear narratives and recommendations that influence senior risk and product leadership decisions. Investigate and mitigate fraudulent and scam activities by reviewing alerts on anomalous customer and transaction behavior. Required Skills and Experience: 6+ years of hands-on risk experience in e-commerce or financial services, with at least 2 years focused on combating ATO and scams in a Fraud, Trust and Safety, or Account Security function. 2+ years of professional experience in data analysis using SQL and Python, including working with large-scale databases. Proficiency with business intelligence and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker, Superset) to build dashboards and reporting frameworks. Proven ability to independently scope and deliver analytics projects while collaborating cross-functionally with Product, Data Science, and Engineering teams. Familiarity with blockchain analytics and fraud trends within the cryptocurrency ecosystem. Utilizes generative AI responsibly, maintaining human oversight to deliver business-ready outputs and drive measurable improvements in workflow efficiency, cost, and quality. Pay Transparency Notice: Base salary varies by location (see range below). Total compensation may also include equity and bonus eligibility, and benefits (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)). Annual base salary range (excluding equity and bonus): $167,280 — $196,800 USD Application Limit: Candidates may submit a maximum of 3 applications within a 6-month period. Equal Opportunity Employer: 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. Applicants with criminal histories will be considered consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. US Applicants: View Employee Rights , Know Your Rights , and E-Verify Notice of Participation. Accommodations: If you are an individual with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation, email us your request and contact info at accommodations[at]coinbase.com. Need screen reading technology? Click here to download a free compatible screen reader and view the tutorial . Data Privacy & Arbitration: By submitting your application, you agree to our Candidate Privacy Notice . US applicants: By submitting your application, you agree to Arbitration of Disputes .
| Role | Senior Identity Risk & Scam Analyst |
|---|---|
| Company | Coinbase |
| Location | Remote - USA |
| Type | full-time |
| Compensation | Not disclosed |
| Posted | 2026-10-13 |
| Deadline | Rolling |
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- 1ApplicationSubmit your resume through the apply link.
- 2ScreeningRecruiter reviews your background against the role.
- 3AssessmentA technical test, assignment, or coding round, depending on the role.
- 4Interview(s)One or more rounds with the hiring team.
- 5OfferOffer letter with compensation and start date.
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