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The best AI coding assistant for JetBrains
Sweep has raised $102.0M across 4 funding rounds.
Key people at Sweep.
Sweep was founded in 2023 by William Zeng (Founder) and Kevin Lu (Founder).
Sweep has raised $102.0M in total across 4 funding rounds.
Use your favorite JetBrains IDE without compromising on AI. Sweep is the best autocomplete and agent in JetBrains: https://plugins.jetbrains.com/plugin/26860-sweep-ai
Key people at Sweep.
Sweep was founded in 2023 by William Zeng (Founder) and Kevin Lu (Founder).
Sweep has raised $102.0M in total across 4 funding rounds.
Sweep's investors include Y Combinator, Bob Young, Philippe Laffont, Marie Ekeland, Kat Borlongan, La Famiglia, Peter Fenton, Balderton Capital, Bain Capital Crypto, Felicis Ventures, Night Capital, Pareto Holdings.
Sweep is an AI coding assistant specifically designed for developers using JetBrains IDEs such as IntelliJ and PyCharm. It provides context-aware AI-powered code suggestions, multi-file code modifications, and secure on-premise deployment options, enabling developers to maintain productivity without switching editors or risking data leakage[1][2][4]. Sweep serves software engineers and development teams working in complex codebases, particularly in enterprise and secure environments, by automating tasks like bug fixes, feature additions, and large-scale refactoring, thereby accelerating development cycles and improving code quality[1][6].
Sweep was co-founded by William (CEO), Kevin (CTO), and Martin (founding team member), all experienced engineers and JetBrains users. William advanced rapidly to Senior ML Engineer at Roblox, while Kevin was a top student in Math and Computer Science at the University of Waterloo[2]. The idea emerged from frustration with existing AI coding assistants that lacked support for JetBrains IDEs, forcing developers to switch editors or forgo AI assistance. Their prior experience building a popular AI coding agent with over 7,000 GitHub stars laid the foundation for Sweep’s development[2]. The company focuses on delivering AI coding assistance that integrates seamlessly into JetBrains environments, with early traction including availability on the JetBrains marketplace and adoption by developers seeking secure, powerful AI tools[2][3].
Sweep rides the growing trend of AI-assisted software development, particularly the demand for context-aware, privacy-conscious AI tools that integrate into established developer environments. As AI coding assistants become essential productivity tools, Sweep’s timing is critical—developers want the latest AI capabilities without abandoning their preferred JetBrains IDEs or risking code exposure to cloud services[2][5]. The market forces favor tools that combine deep code understanding, multi-file automation, and enterprise-grade security. Sweep influences the ecosystem by enabling developers to leverage AI in a familiar environment, potentially accelerating adoption of AI coding assistants in large organizations and secure sectors.
Sweep is positioned to expand its influence by deepening integration with JetBrains IDEs and enhancing AI capabilities for even more sophisticated code automation. Trends such as increased AI adoption in software engineering, rising security and compliance demands, and the need for scalable developer productivity tools will shape its growth. Future developments may include broader support for additional JetBrains products, improved AI understanding of complex codebases, and expanded enterprise features. Sweep’s unique blend of powerful AI, seamless JetBrains integration, and secure deployment sets it apart as a leading AI coding assistant for professional developers, promising to redefine how AI augments software development workflows.
Sweep has raised $102.0M across 4 funding rounds. Most recently, it raised $2.0M Seed in November 2023.
| Date | Round | Lead Investors | Other Investors | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 1, 2023 | $2M Seed | — | Y Combinator, BOB Young | Announced |
| Apr 4, 2022 | $73M Series B | Philippe Laffont | Marie Ekeland, KAT Borlongan, LA Famiglia, Peter Fenton | Announced |
| Dec 1, 2021 | $22M Series A | Balderton Capital | Bain Capital Crypto, Felicis Ventures, Night Capital, Pareto Holdings, SNR, Adrien Miniatti, Antoine Martin, Charles Gorintin, Fareed Mosavat, Jean Charles Samuelian, Mathilde Collin, Nicolas Pinto, Roger Mcnamee, Yahya Mokhtarzada, 2050, LA Famiglia, NEW Wave | Announced |
| Apr 28, 2021 | $5M Seed | — | Marie Ekeland, LA Famiglia, PIA D'iribarne | Announced |