HR tech unicorn Darwinbox has raised $140 million in a funding round led by Partners Group and KKR, with participation from Gravity Holdings. This investment will drive AI-powered product development and accelerate global expansion, positioning Darwinbox as a frontrunner in HR digital transformation.
“This investment reaffirms the trust of our 1,000+ enterprise customers globally. We remain committed to reshaping the future of HR through AI-driven, employee-centric solutions,” said Jayant Paleti, Co-founder of Darwinbox.
Global Footprint and Rapid Growth
Founded in 2015 by Jayant Paleti, Rohit Chennamaneni, and Chaitanya Peddi, Darwinbox offers a cloud-based Human Capital Management (HCM) platform covering recruitment, payroll, talent management, and workforce analytics.
With a presence in India, Southeast Asia, the Middle East, the UK, and the US, the company has scaled rapidly, solidifying partnerships with global giants, including Microsoft.
AI-Powered HR Transformation
Darwinbox is doubling down on AI innovation, developing AI-powered tools for talent acquisition, digital transformation, and workforce optimization. Its recent AI-driven HR suite aims to enhance decision-making and employee experiences at scale.
“With AI at our core, we are not just automating HR but redefining how enterprises engage with their workforce globally,” added Paleti.
With over $255 million raised to date, Darwinbox’s investor lineup includes TCV, Microsoft, Salesforce Ventures, Peak XV, and Lightspeed.
“Darwinbox’s focus on AI innovation and global expansion makes it a key player in the future of HR tech,” said Cyrus Driver, Managing Director, Private Equity, Partners Group.
As AI continues to reshape the HR sector, Darwinbox is set to lead the charge in workforce transformation worldwide.
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