Afero

Afero is a prominent IoT Platform as a Service (PaaS) provider that specializes in secure and scalable solutions for connected devices. The company aims to simplify connectivity and enhance security for manufacturers, making IoT devices smart and secure. Afero's platform includes a sensor-to-cloud solution that manages connectivity, data, and device control, featuring real-time analytics and cross-device interoperability. The company offers robust security solutions, including hardware-rooted security and end-to-end encryption, ensuring protection across the IoT supply chain. Afero tailors its services to meet specific product requirements, supporting a wide range of applications from smart home devices to industrial IoT. With tools for rapid prototyping and integration, Afero accelerates time-to-market for developers. Its commitment to security is highlighted by its recent signing of CISA’s Secure by Design pledge, reinforcing its leadership in IoT security.

Information Technology & Services Los Altos, United States Founded 2014 ~43 employees Private · Venture

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Employees
43
+4.9% in the 3 months to Jun 2025
Revenue / employee
$32.6K
Revenue ~$1.4M
Total funding
$73.2M
Last round Venture, May 2022
12-month attrition
6.3%
Tech: 7.4%
H1B filings, FY2026
4
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
3
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Afero went from 41 employees in Jul 2023 to 43 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 2 people joined, 0 left.

Headcount data through Jun 2025

Org structure

Headcount by department

Engineering19
Other16
Sales3
Operations2
Finance1
Marketing1
Product1

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H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering4

Funding

  • May 2022 · Venture
  • Dec 2021 · Series C · $52.9M · Crosspoint Capital Partners
  • May 2016 · Series A · $20.3M · SoftBank Group, Fenox Venture Capital, Presidio Ventures

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Afero FAQ

How many employees does Afero have?

Afero has about 43 employees, up 4.9% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.

Does Afero sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Afero filed 4 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is Afero's revenue per employee?

Afero makes about $33K in revenue per employee, based on $1.4M annual revenue and 43 employees.

How much funding has Afero raised?

Afero has raised $73.23M in total funding.

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.