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Dev ToolsVC-backedSeries C
San Francisco, USA · Founded 2017

Semgrep

Code security and static analysis at dev speed

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About Semgrep

Semgrep is the lightweight, developer-friendly static analysis tool that finds bugs and security vulnerabilities in code at the speed of grep. Its pattern-matching syntax lets security engineers write custom rules in minutes, and its CI integration blocks issues before they ship. Used by Dropbox, Palantir, and thousands of engineering teams.

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Company facts

Category
Dev Tools
Funding stage
Series C
Total raised
$95M
Founded
2017
Team size
100–200
HQ
San Francisco
Country
USA
Website
semgrep.dev

Founders of Semgrep

  • Luke O'Malley
  • Isaac Evans
  • Clint Gibler

Investors backing Semgrep

  • Sequoia
  • Felicis
  • A.Capital

Frequently asked questions

What does Semgrep do?

Semgrep is the lightweight, developer-friendly static analysis tool that finds bugs and security vulnerabilities in code at the speed of grep. Its pattern-matching syntax lets security engineers write custom rules in minutes, and its CI integration blocks issues before they ship. Used by Dropbox, Palantir, and thousands of engineering teams.

Where is Semgrep based?

Semgrep is based in San Francisco, USA.

When was Semgrep founded?

Semgrep was founded in 2017.

How much has Semgrep raised?

Semgrep has raised $95M in their Series C round.

Who founded Semgrep?

Semgrep was founded by Luke O'Malley, Isaac Evans, Clint Gibler.

Who has invested in Semgrep?

Semgrep is backed by Sequoia, Felicis, A.Capital.

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