At a Glance
Jump Capital is a Chicago-based venture capital firm founded in 2012 as the venture arm of Jump Trading. The firm focuses on investing in early-stage companies developing breakthrough technologies across artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous systems, and other deep tech sectors. Jump Capital leverages the technical expertise and infrastructure of its parent company, Jump Trading, to provide portfolio companies with unique insights into technology development and scaling.
The firm is known for its patient capital approach and hands-on support, particularly in helping companies navigate technical challenges and market adoption hurdles. Jump Capital has made notable investments in companies like Mapbox (mapping platform), Cruise (autonomous vehicles), and Oculus (virtual reality, acquired by Facebook). The team combines venture capital expertise with deep technical knowledge, often working closely with entrepreneurs on product development and go-to-market strategies.
What distinguishes Jump Capital is its connection to Jump Trading's quantitative and technological capabilities, allowing the firm to evaluate complex technical investments and provide ongoing technical guidance to portfolio companies throughout their growth journey.
“Investing in breakthrough technologies and exceptional teams that can create new markets and transform existing industries.”
Jump Capital primarily invests at the Series A, Series B+ stages. This means they focus on companies that are scaling their go-to-market after proving product-market fit.
Jump Capital is headquartered in Chicago, IL. Many of their portfolio companies are also based in this region, though they invest across geographies.
Jump Capital focuses on investments in Deeptech, AI, Robotics, Aerospace & Defense. Their portfolio reflects deep expertise and networks within these sectors.
Jump Capital's typical investment check size ranges from $2M to $15M. Actual amounts may vary based on the stage, sector, and specific opportunity.
Jump Capital manages approximately $400M in assets under management (AUM) across their funds.
