Redpanda Data
Redpanda Data is a high-performance streaming data platform founded in 2019 and headquartered in San Francisco, CA. It is designed to overcome the limitations of traditional Java-based streaming solutions like Apache Kafka by using C++ for improved speed and efficiency. The platform is fully compatible with Apache Kafka APIs, allowing for seamless migration and enhanced operational simplicity. Redpanda offers a unified streaming data platform that includes built-in developer tools and a growing ecosystem of connectors for easy integration and management of data pipelines. It supports multi-cloud environments with a Bring Your Own Cloud (BYOC) service, recently integrated with Microsoft Azure. The platform is suitable for real-time data processing across various use cases, including analytical and operational workloads. The company promotes a remote and inclusive culture, focusing on innovation in streaming data. Notable customers include Cisco, Laceworks, Mr Yum, and Jump, who utilize Redpanda’s platform to enhance application performance and streamline data management.
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Headcount trend
Redpanda Data went from 103 employees in Jul 2023 to 114 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 9 people joined, 11 left.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
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H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 2 filings.
Funding
- Apr 2025 · Series D · $100M · GV, Lightspeed Venture Partners
- Jun 2023 · Series C · $100M · Lightspeed Venture Partners, GV Management Co. LLC, Haystack Management Co. LLC
- Feb 2022 · Series B · $50M · GV, Lightspeed Venture Partners, Haystack VC
- Jan 2021 · Series A · $12.5M · Lightspeed Venture Partners
- Jan 2021 · Seed · $3M · Lightspeed Venture Partners, Google Ventures
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How many employees does Redpanda Data have?
Redpanda Data has about 114 employees, down 1.7% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
Does Redpanda Data sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Redpanda Data filed 2 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Redpanda Data's revenue per employee?
Redpanda Data makes about $175K in revenue per employee, based on $20M annual revenue and 114 employees.
How much does Redpanda Data pay?
6figr has 2 salary profiles for Redpanda Data in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Redpanda Data salaries page. See Redpanda Data salaries
How much funding has Redpanda Data raised?
Redpanda Data has raised $265.5M in total funding; its latest round was Series D in Apr 2025.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.