SOSV

SOSV is a global venture capital firm based in Princeton, New Jersey, founded in 1995. It specializes in early-stage investments, focusing on deep technology innovations that address human and planetary health. The firm operates startup development programs, notably HAX and IndieBio, which provide resources, facilities, and lab equipment to accelerate the growth of promising startups. SOSV supports companies from their inception through various funding stages, including seed and series A rounds, while offering ongoing assistance to help them scale and attract additional investors. By concentrating on revolutionary technologies and cross-border markets, particularly in Asia, SOSV aims to foster significant advancements that benefit humanity and the environment.

Hugh Bowen

Associate

Shawn Broderick

General Partner

Stephen Chambers

Partner

Westley Dang

Principal

Katie Hoffman

General Partner

Stephen McCann

CFO and General Partner

Carthach McCarthy

CFO

Paul Monaghan

Principal

Brian Murphy

Finance Director

Sean O'Sullivan

Managing General Partner and Founder

Eric Ramsay

Analyst

Sabriya Stukes Ph.D

Partner

Duncan Turner

General Partner

Past deals in Embedded Software

Particle

Series C in 2025
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Particle

Convertible Note in 2024
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Particle

Series C in 2023
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Particle

Series C in 2022
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Particle

Series C in 2021
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Particle

Series C in 2019
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

M5Stack

Seed Round in 2018
M5Stack is a developer and operator of open-source modular toolkits aimed at facilitating rapid product development, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. The company provides a platform that allows users to construct microcontroller computers using stackable modules. This design not only simplifies the process of learning about programmable modules but also enables users to create customized solutions efficiently. M5Stack's focus on modularity and accessibility makes it a valuable resource for both professionals and hobbyists in the tech community.

Next Thing

Convertible Note in 2018
Our first product is a digital camera named OTTO. OTTO's functions and behavior can be customized from a companion iPhone app. OTTO is also the FIRST product powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module and designed specifically to be modified by hackers, artists, and everyday people.

Next Thing

Convertible Note in 2017
Our first product is a digital camera named OTTO. OTTO's functions and behavior can be customized from a companion iPhone app. OTTO is also the FIRST product powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module and designed specifically to be modified by hackers, artists, and everyday people.

Next Thing

Convertible Note in 2017
Our first product is a digital camera named OTTO. OTTO's functions and behavior can be customized from a companion iPhone app. OTTO is also the FIRST product powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module and designed specifically to be modified by hackers, artists, and everyday people.

M5Stack

Convertible Note in 2016
M5Stack is a developer and operator of open-source modular toolkits aimed at facilitating rapid product development, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. The company provides a platform that allows users to construct microcontroller computers using stackable modules. This design not only simplifies the process of learning about programmable modules but also enables users to create customized solutions efficiently. M5Stack's focus on modularity and accessibility makes it a valuable resource for both professionals and hobbyists in the tech community.

Particle

Series A in 2016
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Next Thing

Convertible Note in 2016
Our first product is a digital camera named OTTO. OTTO's functions and behavior can be customized from a companion iPhone app. OTTO is also the FIRST product powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module and designed specifically to be modified by hackers, artists, and everyday people.

M5Stack

Seed Round in 2016
M5Stack is a developer and operator of open-source modular toolkits aimed at facilitating rapid product development, particularly in the Internet of Things (IoT) sector. The company provides a platform that allows users to construct microcontroller computers using stackable modules. This design not only simplifies the process of learning about programmable modules but also enables users to create customized solutions efficiently. M5Stack's focus on modularity and accessibility makes it a valuable resource for both professionals and hobbyists in the tech community.

Ezeecube

Seed Round in 2016
EzeeCube is a modular home media device that connects to your TV and automatically syncs photos, videos and contacts from your iOS and Android phones or tablets. EzeeCube hardware is built from ground up and is powered by XBMC, an open source media center application.

Hexibot

Venture Round in 2015
Hexibot

Yeelink

Venture Round in 2015
Qingdao Yeelink Information Technology Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company established in 2012 that specializes in designing and developing a cloud-based platform aimed at assisting makers and enterprises in creating electronic connected devices and app-enabled hardware. The platform has enabled numerous makers in China to develop innovative products such as air quality sensors, remote controllers, home automation systems, smart LED lighting, and home security systems, often using basic Arduino programming skills. Yeelink provides a comprehensive suite of tools, including a SaaS platform, home gateways, Zigbee communication modules, and app templates for reference design. Additionally, the company offers a wealth of tutorials to help developers quickly get started on their projects.

Next Thing

Convertible Note in 2015
Our first product is a digital camera named OTTO. OTTO's functions and behavior can be customized from a companion iPhone app. OTTO is also the FIRST product powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module and designed specifically to be modified by hackers, artists, and everyday people.

Particle

Seed Round in 2014
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Next Thing

Seed Round in 2014
Our first product is a digital camera named OTTO. OTTO's functions and behavior can be customized from a companion iPhone app. OTTO is also the FIRST product powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module and designed specifically to be modified by hackers, artists, and everyday people.

Next Thing

Seed Round in 2014
Our first product is a digital camera named OTTO. OTTO's functions and behavior can be customized from a companion iPhone app. OTTO is also the FIRST product powered by the Raspberry Pi compute module and designed specifically to be modified by hackers, artists, and everyday people.

Particle

Seed Round in 2013
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Yeelink

Seed Round in 2013
Qingdao Yeelink Information Technology Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company established in 2012 that specializes in designing and developing a cloud-based platform aimed at assisting makers and enterprises in creating electronic connected devices and app-enabled hardware. The platform has enabled numerous makers in China to develop innovative products such as air quality sensors, remote controllers, home automation systems, smart LED lighting, and home security systems, often using basic Arduino programming skills. Yeelink provides a comprehensive suite of tools, including a SaaS platform, home gateways, Zigbee communication modules, and app templates for reference design. Additionally, the company offers a wealth of tutorials to help developers quickly get started on their projects.

Hexibot

Venture Round in 2013
Hexibot

Particle

Pre Seed Round in 2013
Particle provides hardware and software tools to help users prototype, scale, and manage IoT products. Particle is an IoT device platform that enables businesses to easily add the power of connectivity to any product. From hardware to connectivity to device management and cloud, Particle provides developers with tools to prototype IoT solutions quickly as well as a reliable and secure platform for enterprises to scale. Over 150,000 product builders in more than 170 countries and half of the Fortune 500 have deployed connected IoT devices powered by Particle. Listed as one of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies of 2015 and named as a major player to watch in the IoT Landscape in IDC Marketscape’s 2018 Vendor Assessment, Particle’s customers include NASA, SpaceX, consumer hot tub manufacturer Jacuzzi, and coffee-brewing pioneer Keurig. Venture backed by Root Ventures, Spark Capital, and Qualcomm Ventures. Particle is based in San Francisco, CA and Shenzhen, China. Particle was founded on 2012.

Yeelink

Pre Seed Round in 2013
Qingdao Yeelink Information Technology Co., Ltd. is a Chinese company established in 2012 that specializes in designing and developing a cloud-based platform aimed at assisting makers and enterprises in creating electronic connected devices and app-enabled hardware. The platform has enabled numerous makers in China to develop innovative products such as air quality sensors, remote controllers, home automation systems, smart LED lighting, and home security systems, often using basic Arduino programming skills. Yeelink provides a comprehensive suite of tools, including a SaaS platform, home gateways, Zigbee communication modules, and app templates for reference design. Additionally, the company offers a wealth of tutorials to help developers quickly get started on their projects.
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