Coinbase to Add 130+ Jobs in Charlotte as It Bets Big on America’s Fintech Future
New Hiring Wave to Cement Charlotte’s Role as a Rising Tech and Compliance Powerhouse
Coinbase is doubling down on U.S. expansion with plans to hire over 130 new employees in Charlotte, North Carolina, reinforcing the city’s fast-growing reputation as a fintech and compliance hub.
The move marks a major investment by the crypto exchange giant, which has confirmed the launch of a physical office in Charlotte and a focused recruitment drive for roles in Compliance and Customer Support. The company expects to fill these positions within the next six months, according to a spokesperson who spoke to Cointelegraph.
“Charlotte is emerging as a major financial and technology center, and it aligns perfectly with our mission to meet customers’ needs with top-tier support and security,” said the Coinbase spokesperson.
Why Charlotte? Talent, Growth, and Strategic Fit
With its rapidly expanding population, fintech-savvy workforce, and growing innovation ecosystem, Charlotte has become an attractive location for major financial players looking to grow their U.S. footprint.
“Charlotte offers an ideal environment to support Coinbase’s long-term growth trajectory,” the spokesperson added.
This decision also strengthens Coinbase’s presence in the Southeast, positioning the company closer to regulatory stakeholders and financial partners in one of the nation’s fastest-growing tech corridors.
Still Remote-First, But Open to Hybrid
Despite the physical expansion, Coinbase remains a remote-first company, a model it has followed since 2020. That said, some roles will require in-person collaboration, depending on responsibilities.
“About 95% of our global team can choose to work remotely, in-office, or in a hybrid setup,” the spokesperson said. “We’re intentionally meeting talent where they are.”
Bigger Hiring Plans: 1,000 U.S. Jobs in 2025
The Charlotte hiring spree is just part of a larger national strategy. In March, CEO Brian Armstrong announced Coinbase’s intent to hire 1,000 new U.S. employees in 2025, citing supportive regulatory signals under President Donald Trump’s pro-crypto policies.
“This hiring is a direct result of his administration’s stance on crypto,” Armstrong said in a video posted to X (formerly Twitter).
If realized, the expansion would mark a 27% increase in Coinbase’s total workforce, which currently stands at 3,772 employees, according to Stockanalysis.
Looking Ahead: A Bank Charter in the Works?
Coinbase is also weighing a bid for a U.S. federal bank charter, signaling deeper ambitions in the regulated financial space. While details remain under wraps, such a move would represent a major leap forward for the crypto-native company.
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