Manager, Product Design (Onchain Builder Tools)

Job Title: Manager, Product Design – Onchain Builder Tools

Location: Remote (New York, NY – HQ)

Department: Product Design, Base Team

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job ID: GBPDM06US

Salary Range: $207,485 – $244,100 USD + bonus + equity + benefits

About the Role

Base—Coinbase’s Ethereum Layer 2 platform—is on a mission to bring a million developers and a billion users onchain. We’re seeking a visionary Product Design Manager to lead the design strategy for builder-facing tools, empowering developers to create next-generation decentralized apps.

You will play a key role in shaping the future of the onchain experience. Your team will work across the product lifecycle—conducting research, crafting elegant UX, and iterating with the onchain community. You’ll collaborate closely with product managers, engineers, and cross-functional leaders to build world-class tools that simplify complexity and amplify developer creativity.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Product Designers focused on tools and experiences for onchain builders on Base.
• Set design direction and maintain high craft quality across user journeys.
• Coach and mentor designers to grow their skills and leadership.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product strategy and long-term vision.
• Continuously engage with the community and incorporate user feedback.
• Drive innovation while simplifying complexity into intuitive experiences.

Who You Are

• 8+ years in product design, including 3+ years managing design teams.
• Proven ability to deliver exceptional UX in developer-facing products.
• Strong mentorship skills and a passion for nurturing design talent.
• Adept at translating technical requirements into user-friendly design.
• Deep understanding of design systems, interaction design, and usability.
• Onchain-native, or fast-learning in complex technical environments.
• Proficient in Figma and rapid prototyping tools.

Nice to Have

• Active contributor or participant in onchain projects or DAOs.
• Familiarity with the Ethereum ecosystem, smart contracts, and web3 UX.
• Experience designing for open-source platforms or developer tools.

Why Join Coinbase

• Build at the forefront of crypto and open finance.
• Work on cutting-edge challenges with a high-impact team.
• Enjoy remote flexibility, competitive compensation, and excellent benefits.
• Join a values-driven culture: Stay Based. Do the right thing. Push boundaries.