Zefr

Zefr is a data and technology company based in Marina del Rey, California, specializing in AI-powered solutions for responsible marketing and brand safety in video advertising. Founded in 2009, Zefr operates multiple offices across the US and internationally, employing around 200-500 people. The company has raised approximately $69.8 million in funding and generates an estimated $91.8 million in revenue. Zefr offers a SaaS platform that focuses on cross-platform brand suitability for video content. Its core technology, Cognition AI, provides video-level transparency and dynamic targeting through semantic analysis. The platform supports various brand safety measures and integrates with major technologies like AWS and Google Cloud. Zefr also provides managed media services, ensuring effective ad operations and measurement. The company partners with platforms like YouTube and Facebook, serving brands and agencies looking to optimize their video advertising strategies.

Marketing & Advertising Los Angeles, United States ~203 employees Private · Acquired

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Employees
203
+0.5% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$132K
Revenue ~$26.7M
Total funding
$66.2M
Last round Acquired, Jul 2022
12-month attrition
11.8%
Tech: 9.5%
H1B filings, FY2026
4
Sponsors visas
Open jobs
6
Last 30 days

Headcount trend

Zefr went from 190 employees in Oct 2024 to 203 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 6 people joined, 6 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other55
Engineering53
Operations26
Sales25
Marketing17
Finance8
Success8
Product6

Funding

  • Jul 2022 · Acquired · ZEFR
  • Mar 2016 · Series E · $5M · Shasta Ventures, X., First Round Capital
  • Sep 2014 · $887K · Shasta Ventures, U.S. Venture Partners
  • Feb 2014 · Series D · $30M · IVP
  • Dec 2012 · $278K
  • Aug 2012 · Series C · $18.5M · U.S. Venture Partners
  • Jul 2011 · Series B · $7M · Shasta Ventures, Stance, First Round Capital
  • Nov 2010 · Series A · $3M · Shasta Ventures, Stance, First Round Capital
  • Jun 2010 · Debt Financing · $150K
  • Jan 2010 · Seed · Launchpad LA
  • Nov 2009 · Venture · $1.4M

Salaries at Zefr

All salaries

8 salary profiles in the US

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering10
Operations2

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 4 filings.

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Zefr FAQ

How many employees does Zefr have?

Zefr has about 203 employees, up 0.5% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does Zefr sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. Zefr 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 Zefr's revenue per employee?

Zefr makes about $132K in revenue per employee, based on $26.7M annual revenue and 203 employees.

How much does Zefr pay?

6figr has 8 salary profiles for Zefr in the US, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the Zefr salaries page. See Zefr salaries

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