Neon
Neon is a Brazilian fintech company and digital bank founded in 2016 and headquartered in São Paulo. The company aims to simplify financial experiences and reduce financial inequalities in Brazil. In 2022, Neon achieved unicorn status with a valuation of $1.6 billion following a $300 million Series D funding round. Neon offers a variety of financial services, including digital accounts, credit cards, personal loans, investment products, and payroll loans. The company also provides cashback on debit transactions and various payment options to enhance user convenience. Neon's primary focus is on serving the underbanked population in Brazil, particularly those in the C, D, and E socioeconomic classes, helping them build credit history and access essential financial services. With a growing customer base of 15 million, Neon has seen significant revenue growth and has expanded its workforce to support its mission.
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Headcount trend
Neon went from 1,238 employees in Oct 2024 to 1,195 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 102 people joined, 49 left.
Org structure
Headcount by department
Funding
- Aug 2024 · Series E · $38M
- Dec 2023 · Series E · $64M
- Jul 2022 · $80M
- Feb 2022 · Series D · $300M · BBVA
- Feb 2022 · Series D · $300M · BBVA
- Sep 2020 · Series C · $300M · General Atlantic, BlackRock, Inc., Vulcan Capital
- Sep 2020 · Series C · $300M · General Atlantic, BlackRock, Inc., Vulcan Capital
- Nov 2019 · Series B · $400M · Banco Votorantim, General Atlantic, Monashees Capital
- Nov 2019 · Series B · $95.3M · Banco Votorantim, General Atlantic, Monashees Capital
- May 2018 · Series A · $22M · Propel Venture Partners, Monashees, Quona Capital
- May 2018 · Series A · $22M · Propel Venture Partners, Monashees, Quona Capital
- May 2018 · Series A · $22M · Propel Venture Partners, Monashees, Quona Capital
Salaries at Neon
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H-1B sponsorship
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Neon FAQ
How many employees does Neon have?
Neon has about 1,195 employees, up 2% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.
Does Neon sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Neon filed 2 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2024, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
How much does Neon pay?
6figr has 8 salary profiles for Neon in India and 4 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Neon salaries page. See Neon salaries in India
How much funding has Neon raised?
Neon has raised $1.64B in total funding; its latest round was Series E in Aug 2024.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.