# Silexica

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/silexica

- Industry: Software
- Headquarters: Cologne, Germany
- Website: www.silexica.com
- Total disclosed funding: $26M
- Latest round: Series B (May 15, 2018)
- Investors on record: 5

## About

Silexica GmbH is a technology company specializing in software solutions that optimize software development for embedded systems and heterogeneous computing environments, enhancing efficiency and performance in various applications.Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Cologne, Germany, Silexica GmbH focuses on software tools for optimizing embedded systems. In June 2021, Xilinx, Inc. acquired Silexica, with no financial terms disclosed. The company has successfully raised a total of USD 18.00 mn in its LATEST_ROUND, a Series B funding led by EQT, with other investors including DSA Invest, Merus Capital, Seedfonds Aachen, and SquareOne. The company has completed 4 deals since its inception, with the latest deal closing on June 10, 2021.Silexica GmbH develops advanced software tools that enhance the efficiency of software development for embedded systems. Their flagship product streamlines the design process for heterogeneous computing environments, enabling developers to optimize performance and resource allocation effectively. The company serves clients across various industries, including automotive, telecommunications, and consumer electronics, providing tailored solutions that meet diverse operational needs.In the most recent fiscal year of 2017, Silexica GmbH reported revenue of USD 626,503.60 and an EBITDA of USD -3,640,814.10, reflecting the company’s focus on growth and investment in product development.Silexica GmbH aims to expand its offerings by developing new software tools that address the evolving requirements of embedded systems. The company is looking to enter additional markets in Europe and Asia by the end of 2022, leveraging the funding from the Series B round to enhance product development and increase market presence. The acquisition by Xilinx, Inc. is expected to bolster these efforts by integrating Silexica’s technology into a broader portfolio, enhancing growth opportunities.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, May 15, 2018, $18M — EQT, Merus Capital, SquareOne, Seedfonds Aachen, DSA Invest
- Series A, Nov 28, 2016, $8M — Merus Capital, SquareOne, Seedfonds Aachen, DSA Invest

## Investors

- Merus Capital — Series A, Series B
- SquareOne (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/squareone) — Series A, Series B
- Seedfonds Aachen — Series A, Series B
- DSA Invest (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/dsa-invest) — Series A, Series B
- EQT (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/eqt) — Series B