# Buildkite

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/buildkite-pty

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Melbourne, Australia
- Website: www.buildkite.com
- Total disclosed funding: $47M
- Latest round: Series C (Dec 21, 2022)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Buildkite Pty Ltd is an Australian company that specializes in advanced continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) solutions for software development, enhancing workflows particularly in AI and complex project environments.Founded in 2014 in Melbourne, Australia, Buildkite Pty Ltd develops a scale-out delivery platform that facilitates continuous integration and deployment. The company has successfully completed 5 funding deals, culminating in a Series C round in which AUD 32.000 mn was raised, bringing the total amount raised to AUD 32.000 mn. Key investors in the latest round include AirTree Ventures, D And F Pym Family Pty Ltd, General Catalyst Partners, OneVentures, and OpenView Venture Partners. The company is led by CEO Keith Pitt, while the founder Tim Lucas has a history of entrepreneurial experience.Buildkite offers a comprehensive scale-out delivery platform designed to enhance continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) for software development, particularly in the context of AI and complex software projects. The company’s core offerings include an advanced workflow orchestration engine, test optimization services, package registries, and a mobile delivery cloud aimed at speeding up software delivery while ensuring security and reliability. These products are tailored to address challenges faced by development teams, such as managing flaky tests, optimizing build performance, and streamlining mobile app deployment. Buildkite serves a diverse client base that includes prominent organizations in various sectors, with notable mentions like Uber and Canva. The platform is utilized extensively in North America, Europe, and parts of Asia, catering to businesses that require agile and scalable software delivery solutions.Buildkite generates revenue primarily through subscription-based models, where clients pay for access to its suite of software delivery tools. This involves the purchase of licenses for various services, including its orchestration engine and test optimization tools, which are typically offered under tiered pricing plans to accommodate companies of different sizes and needs. Revenue is further bolstered by partnerships and collaborations with enterprise clients seeking tailored solutions for their software delivery challenges. The company focuses on delivering high-value products that drive efficiency and innovation in software development, making it a strategic partner for organizations aiming to improve their CI/CD capabilities. Specific pricing plans for Buildkite’s flagship services are designed to align with the varying needs of its clients, facilitating seamless integration into existing workflows.Buildkite Pty Ltd plans to leverage its recent funding to enhance its product offerings and expand into new markets. The company is in the process of designing additional features for its existing platform, with anticipated launches aimed at improving user experience and functionality. Specific geographic regions targeted for expansion include North America and Europe, with a strategic focus on increasing market presence by the end of 2024. The recent funding round, which raised AUD 32.000 mn, will be utilized to support these initiatives, particularly in product development and marketing efforts.

## Funding rounds

- Series C, Dec 21, 2022, $21M — General Catalyst Partners, OpenView, OneVentures, AirTree Ventures, D And F Pym Family Pty Ltd
- Series A, Aug 18, 2020, $20M — General Catalyst Partners, OpenView
- Series B, Dec 11, 2019, $5.7M — General Catalyst Partners, OpenView

## Investors

- General Catalyst Partners (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/general-catalyst-partners) — Series B, Series A, Series C
- OpenView (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/openview) — Series B, Series A, Series C
- OneVentures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/oneventures) — Series C
- AirTree Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/airtree-ventures) — Series C
- D And F Pym Family Pty Ltd — Series C