Frontier Medicines
Frontier Medicines is a clinical-stage precision medicine company dedicated to developing innovative therapies for genetically-defined patient populations, particularly in oncology and immunology. Founded in 2018, the company focuses on targeting disease-causing proteins that have been traditionally viewed as "undruggable." At the heart of Frontier Medicines' work is the proprietary Frontier™ Platform, which utilizes chemoproteomics, covalent chemistry, and machine learning. This platform allows for the chemical interrogation of proteins in living systems, facilitating the discovery of new drug targets. The company is committed to drug discovery and development, prioritizing high-impact oncology targets to provide meaningful benefits to patients. Frontier Medicines collaborates with global partners, including AbbVie, to explore novel therapies and expand the therapeutic potential of their platform. With a strong scientific leadership team, the company is positioned to make significant advancements in precision medicine for patients facing challenging diseases. Headquartered in South San Francisco, California, Frontier Medicines is at the forefront of next-generation drug discovery.
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Headcount trend
Frontier Medicines went from 84 employees in Oct 2024 to 67 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 4 people joined, 0 left.
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H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2025 alone: 1 filings.
Funding
- Jun 2024 · Series C · $20M · Deep Track Capital, ArrowMark Partners
- Feb 2024 · Series C · $80M · Deerfield Management Company, Droia Ventures, Galapagos NV
- Jul 2021 · Series B · $88.5M · Woodline Partners LP, RA Capital Management, Deerfield Management Company
- Jun 2019 · Series A · $67M · Deerfield Management, DROIA Oncology Ventures, MPM Capital
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Frontier Medicines FAQ
How many employees does Frontier Medicines have?
Frontier Medicines has about 67 employees, up 1.5% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.
Does Frontier Medicines sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Frontier Medicines filed 1 H1B (LCA) application in FY2025, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. It was for a Operations role.
What is Frontier Medicines's revenue per employee?
Frontier Medicines makes about $224K in revenue per employee, based on $15M annual revenue and 67 employees.
How much funding has Frontier Medicines raised?
Frontier Medicines has raised $255.5M in total funding; its latest round was Series C in Jun 2024.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.