DFJ
San Mateo · Growth · 19 people tracked
Investment thesis
DFJ Growth invests in founders with bold visions who demonstrate relentless execution during rapid growth stages. The firm believes significant returns are generated by identifying transformative trends before they become obvious, positioning itself as a partner with founders navigating accelerated scaling journeys.
Source: firm website, verified Jul 20, 2026.
Team · 19 people
from the firm's websiteWhat they invest in
from 7 of 8 portfolio companiesAI & Machine Learning ×4Enterprise Software ×4SaaS ×4B2B Marketplaces ×1Creator Economy ×1Data & Infrastructure ×1Developer Tools ×1Fintech ×1
HQs:United States×6
Investments · 8 tracked
founders shown can be your intro pathAladdin is a B2B matchmaking and events platform that connects buyers, suppliers, and business partners through qualified meetings—held in person, online, or hybrid. The platform integrates sourcing, RFQ management, contract signing, and payment processing to facilitate business transactions at events of any size.
B2B MarketplacesEnterprise SoftwareSaaS
Digital TV demodulator chips and SoC solutions
Divvy Homes offers a rent-to-own platform that allows prospective homebuyers to build equity while renting, with the option to purchase the property later. The service targets aspiring homeowners who may not yet qualify for traditional mortgages.
FintechPropTech
ICIMS is an enterprise-grade applicant tracking system and AI-powered recruitment software that helps talent acquisition teams streamline hiring through candidate sourcing, relationship management, and automated workflows. The platform serves large-scale hiring needs across industries including retail, hospitality, and healthcare, with support for high-volume recruitment and global compliance.
AI & Machine LearningEnterprise SoftwareHR TechSaaS
Spiral Genetics develops software for analyzing and comparing whole human genome data across large populations to identify genetic patterns and variants. The company serves genetics testing firms, government agencies, and pharmaceutical companies seeking to discover new disease diagnostics and drug targets.
AI & Machine LearningHealthtechSeattle, US
Adina Mangubat(Founder)in
Splice is a music creation platform providing a library of high-quality audio samples with AI-powered discovery tools, alongside a rent-to-own marketplace for music production software and digital audio workstations.
AI & Machine LearningCreator EconomySaaS
Board seats · per SEC filings · 3
what is this? ⓘ$60M raise · filed Dec 2025 · via Justin B. Kao, Justin Kao
$102.4M raise · filed Mar 2021 · via Justin Kao
$40M raise · filed Jan 2021 · via Justin Kao
Inferred from directors named on each company's SEC Form D — public regulatory data, not a portfolio list published by the firm.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does DFJ invest at?
- DFJ invests at the Growth stage.
- What sectors does DFJ focus on?
- DFJ focuses on Sector Agnostic.
- Where is DFJ located?
- DFJ is headquartered in San Mateo, US.
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