Andela operates a global talent network that connects software engineers with technology companies. Founded in 2014, the firm maintains a community of over 150,000 technologists across more than 135 countries. It has trained more than 200,000 professionals since its inception, with a particular focus on sourcing talent from emerging markets.
The company's AI-powered Talent Cloud platform serves as an integrated system for sourcing, hiring, managing, and compensating technical staff globally. According to the company, the platform identifies suitable engineers up to 70% faster and at 30-50% lower cost than conventional recruitment methods. Clients using the platform report project delivery speeds approximately 33% faster than industry norms.
Andela's technical focus areas include artificial intelligence, machine learning, AI model training, and AI-native engineering. The company serves organisations across sectors such as enterprise software, financial services, and fintech. It describes its mission as connecting skilled technologists in underserved regions with opportunities at leading enterprises worldwide.





