Hygraph

At the heart of Hygraph is a story of innovation born from necessity. Co-founders Michael Lukaszczyk and Daniel Winter, both seasoned developers, met in 2015 and quickly bonded over their shared frustrations with the limitations of traditional content management systems. They recognized that in an era of explosive multichannel app development, existing CMS platforms couldn't keep up. The rise of mobile, IoT, and countless other digital touchpoints demanded a more flexible, scalable, and developer-centric approach. This shared vision led them to harness the power of a disruptive new technology: GraphQL. They set out on a mission not just to build another headless CMS, but to fundamentally rethink content infrastructure, creating the world's first GraphQL-native platform designed to eliminate the pain points of modern digital product creation.

This pioneering spirit is deeply embedded in the company's culture. Hygraph is a remote-first and globally distributed organization, with a vibrant team hailing from over 18 countries. This international composition isn't just a logistical detail; it's a core part of their identity, fostering a rich, diverse, and inclusive environment. The culture is built on a foundation of trust, respect, and empathy, where collaboration is paramount. Team members, whether they are parents, working students, or seasoned entrepreneurs, are united by a passion for building a world-class product. The company champions a healthy work-life balance, adaptability, and continuous learning, providing the space and resources for individuals to take on significant responsibility and make a tangible impact. It's a place where people are empowered to do their best work, from wherever they are, bound by a shared commitment to transparency and ownership.

Hygraph has evolved beyond its origins as a headless CMS into a comprehensive, federated content platform. The team's ambition is to solve the growing complexity of the modern tech stack, where content and data are often siloed across numerous systems. By enabling organizations to unify content from any source—be it other CMSs, PIMs, or databases—into a single, streamlined API, Hygraph empowers teams to build sophisticated digital experiences faster. This 'backend agnostic' approach allows developers the freedom to build with their favorite tools while giving content creators the autonomy to manage and deliver content seamlessly. They are not just providing a service; they are building the content layer for the next generation of the internet, championing a future where digital experiences are composable, scalable, and truly unified.