What does Heavybit do?

Heavybit is a venture capital firm and accelerator based in San Francisco, founded in 2012 or 2013. The firm specializes in early-stage investments and support for developer-first and enterprise infrastructure startups. It focuses on technical founders building innovative companies in areas such as AI-native solutions, cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, and SaaS. Heavybit offers a structured 9-month accelerator program and a venture fund, providing financial investments ranging from $500k to $5M. The firm also delivers hands-on operational support, including tailored go-to-market strategies, product design, and mentorship. Heavybit emphasizes a founder-centric approach, targeting developer-focused startups across various sectors, including Big Data, CloudTech, and FinTech. With a portfolio of 83 investments, notable companies include PagerDuty, CircleCI, and Snyk. The team is led by experienced professionals with deep expertise in enterprise infrastructure and developer tools.