Brain
Brain Corp is an autonomous technology company based in San Diego, founded in 2009 by Dr. Eugene Izhikevich and Dr. Allen Gruber. The company focuses on developing intelligent navigation systems and advanced AI software that turn everyday machines into self-driving robots. Their core product, BrainOS®, is an AI-powered operating system for autonomous mobile robots (AMRs), enabling them to learn from demonstration and navigate complex environments safely. One of Brain Corp's notable applications is EMMA, an autonomous floor-scrubbing robot introduced in 2017. EMMA automates cleaning tasks, enhancing operational efficiency and safety, and has received the ISSA Interclean 'Innovation of the Year' award. With over 35,000 autonomous mobile robots deployed globally, Brain Corp serves a diverse range of customers, including major retailers like Walmart, as well as schools and warehouses, improving productivity and safety in various commercial spaces. The company is backed by significant investors and has roots in advanced research collaborations with organizations like Qualcomm and DARPA.
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Headcount trend
Brain went from 274 employees in Jul 2023 to 288 in Jun 2025. Last 6 months: 10 people joined, 9 left.
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H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 20 filings.
Funding
- Feb 2024 · $32M · Tennant Company
- Apr 2020 · Series D · $36M · SoftBank Vision Fund 1, ClearBridge Investments, LLC, Satwik Ventures
- Jul 2017 · Series C · $114M · Qualcomm Ventures, SoftBank Corp
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Brain FAQ
How many employees does Brain have?
Brain has about 288 employees, down 0.3% over the last 3 months (as of Jun 2025).
Does Brain sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Brain filed 20 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Brain's revenue per employee?
Brain makes about $408K in revenue per employee, based on $117.5M annual revenue and 288 employees.
How much does Brain pay?
6figr has 24 salary profiles for Brain in India and 20 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Brain salaries page. See Brain salaries in India
How much funding has Brain raised?
Brain has raised $182M in total funding.
Data from Apollo, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles. Updated 11 Oct 2026.