# Azul Systems

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/azul-systems

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Sunnyvale, US
- Website: www.azul.com
- Total disclosed funding: $125M
- Latest round: Series F (Aug 30, 2007)
- Investors on record: 9

## About

Azul Systems, Inc., based in Sunnyvale, US, specializes in software solutions that enhance Java application performance, security, and scalability, primarily for cloud environments.Founded in 2002 by Gil Tene, Marce G., and Scott Sellers, Azul Systems, Inc. is a provider of high-performance Java solutions. The company has undergone a strategic shift to focus on cloud performance and scalability. Azul Systems specializes in high-performance Java solutions, offering a suite of products designed to enhance Java application performance, security, and scalability in cloud environments. Their core offerings include Azul Platform Core, featuring Azul Zulu, a secure and stable build of OpenJDK, and Azul Platform Prime, which incorporates Azul Zing for superior application performance. These solutions cater to a diverse client base across finance, retail, higher education, and technology, deployed globally in North America, Europe, and Asia, addressing critical use cases such as Java application migration and cloud cost optimization.Azul Systems generates revenue through a subscription-based model, engaging in business-to-business transactions that provide ongoing support and software solutions. Their tailored packages include Azul Platform Core and Azul Platform Prime. Clients benefit from competitive pricing structures that align with their needs, generating a steady income flow from annual subscriptions that may include varying service tiers, such as 24/7 customer assistance. In November 2025, Thoma Bravo, agreed to acquire a majority stake in Azul Systems, Inc. from Lead Edge Capital and Vitruvian Partners. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. As part of the transaction, Lead Edge Capital and Vitruvian Partners reinvested in the business. The deal was completed in December 2025.

## Funding rounds

- Series F, Aug 30, 2007, $41M — Accel, Austin Ventures, GCM Grosvenor, Meritech Capital Partners, Redpoint Ventures, Worldview Technology Partners, Fuse Capital, JVax Investment Group, NEXT Investors
- Series E, Feb 7, 2006, $42M — Accel, Austin Ventures, Redpoint Ventures, Worldview Technology Partners, Fuse Capital, NEXT Investors
- Series E, Oct 1, 2005, $42M — Accel, Austin Ventures, GCM Grosvenor, Meritech Capital Partners, Redpoint Ventures, Worldview Technology Partners, Fuse Capital

## Investors

- Accel (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/accel) — Series E, Series F
- Austin Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/austin-ventures) — Series E, Series F
- GCM Grosvenor — Series E, Series F
- Meritech Capital Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/meritech-capital-partners) — Series E, Series F
- Redpoint Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/redpoint-ventures) — Series E, Series F
- Worldview Technology Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/worldview-technology-partners) — Series E, Series F
- Fuse Capital — Series E, Series F
- NEXT Investors (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/next-investors) — Series E, Series F
- JVax Investment Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/jvax-investment-group) — Series F