Supabase

Unlike most tech companies during the 2022-2024 downturn, Supabase avoided layoffs and instead ramped hiring as AI drove 600% YoY database growth. Co-founder Paul Copplestone described the growth phase: "Halfway through last year, we just said, 'There's just way more work than anyone can do, so we just need to get people in as fast as possible.' And then yeah, hiring became a top priority." The remote-first structure enables global talent access while keeping headcount efficient at 360 employees.

Supabase operates as a fully distributed company with 360 employees across 60 countries and zero offices. Co-founder Paul Copplestone stated: "We have people in 40 countries, one meeting per team per week, and no offices." The company estimates 28% of employees are former founders who thrive in autonomous distributed culture. Supabase scaled to $10.5B valuation by 2026 while maintaining deliberate minimal-meetings culture globally and no required in-person attendance.

Supabase laid off 15% in 2024. Firebase alternative cutting costs despite growth.