Perforce Software
Track on RadarAcquired by Clearlake Capital Group · 2018 · news
DevOps tools provider with version control, API mgmt, and dev lifecycle solutions
- Total raised
- $30M
- Employees
- 2,032
- Founded
- 1995
- Momentum
- 42
Cooling
Data updated July 2026
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Perforce Software is a cybersecurity company specializing in Application Security, founded in 1995 and headquartered in Minneapolis, United States. It has raised $30M in total funding, employs about 2,032 people, and was acquired by Clearlake Capital Group in 2018.
Perforce Software provides DevOps tools and solutions that span the software development lifecycle. The company serves over 20,000 customers globally, including more than half of the Global 500 companies, with a focus on enterprise-grade DevOps capabilities. The company's product portfolio includes version control systems, API management platforms, and various development tools designed to help technology teams address challenges in DevOps workflows. Their Akana product line focuses on API platform capabilities, including API gateways, developer portals, API security, and lifecycle management. These tools enable organizations to design, secure, and manage RESTful APIs with features like OAuth authentication, throttling, caching, and protection against OWASP top ten threats. Perforce's solutions target enterprises that require speed to market while maintaining security, compliance, and quality standards. The company emphasizes productivity improvements, risk reduction, and cost optimization through their technology offerings. Their products support deployment in various environments, including cloud platforms like Amazon Web Services. The company operates with approximately 1,700 employees across 16 offices worldwide, serving customers in over 80 countries. Perforce positions itself as a provider of tools for organizations dealing with complex DevOps challenges, offering both technology solutions and expert services to support implementation and optimization efforts.
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When was Perforce Software founded?▾
Perforce Software was founded in 1995.
Where is Perforce Software headquartered?▾
Perforce Software is headquartered in Minneapolis, United States.
How much funding has Perforce Software raised?▾
Perforce Software has raised a total of $30M in total funding.
Is Perforce Software public or private?▾
Perforce Software is a privately-held company.
How many employees does Perforce Software have?▾
Perforce Software has approximately 2,032 employees.