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DeepSeek

Chinese AI lab

CORE INFO

~$7.4B
Total Funding
Series A
Round
2023
Founded
~160 employees
Team Size
Hangzhou, China
Headquarters

DeepSeek is a Chinese AI company based in Hangzhou, specializing in developing large language models for natural language processing tasks. Their products are used by businesses across various sectors, including healthcare, finance, and education.

  • DeepSeek completed its latest funding round in June 2026, raising approximately $7.4 billion and valuing the company at over $50 billion.techradar.com
  • TechCrunch reported on DeepSeek's new AI model, highlighting its efficiency and performance improvements.techcrunch.com

WHY WE WOULD WORK AT DEEPSEEK

Innovative AI Solutions

Join a pioneering team developing cutting-edge large language models like DeepSeek-V3 and DeepSeek-R1, transforming industries through advanced AI tools.

Ethical AI Practices

Contribute to a mission that emphasizes ethical AI, ensuring technology aligns with societal values and promotes fairness and transparency.

Competitive Compensation

Benefit from a robust funding of over $7.4 billion, allowing for attractive salaries and resources to support your career growth.

Collaborative Culture

Work alongside a diverse team of approximately 160 talented individuals, fostering innovation and collaboration across various sectors.

Impactful Contributions

Make a significant impact in fields like healthcare and education by providing open-source models that drive research and innovation.

Cutting-Edge Technology

Engage with advanced technologies like Multi-head Latent Attention and Mixture-of-Experts, optimizing AI model efficiency and performance.

MARKET AND TRACTION

TOTAL ADDRESSABLE MARKET

  • DeepSeek's AI solutions are applicable across various sectors, including healthcare, finance, education, and entertainment.

  • The demand for large language models and AI tools is rapidly increasing as businesses seek to enhance their operations and customer interactions through advanced technology.

    • KEY METRICS

    ✦ KEY METRIC
  • DeepSeek has raised over CNY 50 billion (approximately USD 7.4 billion) in funding since its inception.

  • The company is valued at over USD 50 billion following its latest funding round completed in June 2026.

    • GROWTH TACTICS

  • DeepSeek aims to transform interactions between businesses and technology through its advanced AI tools, emphasizing ethical AI practices.

  • The company plans to expand its team significantly, with intentions to double the size of every department in pursuit of advancing towards AGI.

    • COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE

  • DeepSeek's models, such as DeepSeek-V3 and DeepSeek-R1, have achieved performance comparable to leading AI models like OpenAI's GPT-4, but with significantly lower training costs.

  • The company has optimized its models to run on Huawei's Ascend AI processors, reducing reliance on foreign hardware and enhancing operational efficiency.

    • MARKET POSITION

  • Founded in July 2023, DeepSeek has quickly established itself as a significant player in the AI landscape, competing with established firms like OpenAI.

  • The release of DeepSeek's R1 model in January 2025 marked a pivotal moment in the AI industry, challenging existing competitors and influencing market dynamics.

    • PRODUCT AND TECH

    DeepSeek-V3 Model

    DeepSeek-V3 is an advanced large language model designed for various natural language processing tasks, including conversational AI and content generation, enabling businesses to enhance their customer interactions and automate content creation.

    DeepSeek-R1 Model

    The DeepSeek-R1 model focuses on data analysis and conversational AI, providing robust solutions for businesses looking to leverage AI for insights and customer engagement.

    API Access

    DeepSeek offers API access for developers, allowing seamless integration of its AI models into applications, which facilitates innovation and enhances user experiences across various platforms.

    Mobile Application

    The DeepSeek mobile application provides users with direct access to the company's AI tools, making advanced language processing capabilities available on-the-go for individuals and businesses alike.

    Ethical AI Practices

    DeepSeek emphasizes ethical AI practices in its development processes, ensuring transparency and fairness in its AI solutions, which is crucial for building trust and aligning with societal values.

    COMPANY CULTURE

    Values

  • Emphasis on ethical AI practices

  • Commitment to transparency and fairness

  • Alignment with societal values

  • Focus on innovation and collaboration

  • Dedication to open-source contributions

    • Operating Principles

  • Prioritize research and development in AI technologies

  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement

  • Encourage cross-departmental collaboration

  • Maintain a customer-centric approach in product development

    • Benefits

  • Competitive compensation packages

  • Opportunities for professional development

  • Flexible work arrangements to promote work-life balance

  • Access to cutting-edge technology and resources

    • Learning & Growth

  • Support for ongoing education and training

  • Encouragement of knowledge sharing among team members

  • Opportunities to participate in AI research initiatives

  • Regular workshops and seminars to enhance skills

    • Team Cadence

  • Agile project management methodologies

  • Regular team meetings to align on goals

  • Open communication channels for feedback and ideas

  • Celebrations of team achievements and milestones

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    KEY COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENTS

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    Jun 16, 2026FUNDINGDeepSeek closes over $7B funding with unusual deal structurereuters.com
    Jan 28, 2025FOUNDER PROFILEUpstart Chinese AI company DeepSeek's founder started out as a low-key hedge fund entrepreneurapnews.com
    Jun 17, 2026PRESSUS holds off blacklisting DeepSeek, more than 100 firms deemed security risksreuters.com
    May 29, 2026PRESSChina Limits Overseas Travel for AI Talent at DeepSeek, Alibaba, Private Firmsbloomberg.com
    Jun 17, 2026PRESSMicrosoft Weighs DeepSeek for Copilot Coworkaxios.com
    Jun 18, 2026PRODUCTDeepSeek Introduces Visionchat.deepseek.com
    Jun 17, 2026PRODUCTDeepSeek v4 Pro 1.6T model post-trained by Huawei on 1000 Ascend 910C chipstomshardware.com
    Jul 9, 2026PRESSDeepSeek aims to make its own AI chipproactiveinvestors.com
    Jun 22, 2026PRESSMicrosoft considers DeepSeek as OpenAI costs mountdigitimes.com
    Jan 29, 2025CONTROVERSYDeepSeek status: ongoing outage "due to large-scale malicious attacks"status.deepseek.com