Obsidian Systems

Obsidian Systems

Infrastructures powering capital markets and AI

Overview

Obsidian Systems builds mission-critical infrastructure for the next generation of capital markets, digital assets, AI, and large enterprises. It designs, builds, and operates scalable systems for institutions, fintechs, asset managers, technology firms, and digital asset ecosystems by applying deep engineering expertise and production experience to deploy robust software and infrastructure at scale. What sets Obsidian apart are its long track record in financial markets, hands-on engineering, ongoing client collaboration, and contributions to open-source projects, focusing on durable, real-world impact. The goal is to help organizations solve tomorrow's problems today by delivering reliable, scalable infrastructure that enables complex digital ecosystems to run smoothly and securely.

About Obsidian Systems

Simplify's Rating
Why Obsidian Systems is rated
C
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated C on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Enterprise Software

AI & Machine Learning

Financial Services

Company Size

11-50

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York

Founded

2015

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What believers are saying

  • Obsidian became BlueFlag Security’s exclusive South African reseller on 24 February 2026.
  • Obsidian hosted Atlassian Intelligence webinars on 3 February 2026, showing active demand generation.
  • It showcased Penguin Stratus edge infrastructure at Digital Retail Africa on 26 February 2026.

What critics are saying

  • BlueFlag exclusivity ties Obsidian to one security vendor and one go-to-market motion.
  • If Red Hat or Atlassian reduce partner incentives, Obsidian’s deal pipeline tightens fast.
  • South Africa concentration and reseller dependence create existential exposure if key vendors switch partners.

What makes Obsidian Systems unique

  • Obsidian has 30 years of South African delivery and local support from Randpark Ridge.
  • It holds certified partnerships with Red Hat, Atlassian, AWS, Penguin Solutions, and SUSE.
  • Red Hat named Obsidian a Mission Critical Automation specialisation partner on 19 May 2026.

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Company News

IT News Africa
Dec 12th, 2024
Obsidian Joins Lansweeper as Authorized Reseller Partner

Lansweeper, a global IT asset management platform designed to help businesses better understand, manage, and protect their IT devices and networks, has chosen Obsidian Systems as a reseller partner.

Marketing Spread
Aug 11th, 2023
Obsidian to host webinar on navigating Atlassian Server support end of life journey

Obsidian Systems, a supplier of open-source software solutions and a Platinum Solution Partner with Atlassian since 2014, is hosting a webinar in partnership with TechCentral on 4 October 2023.

FF News
May 5th, 2023
Obsidian Systems To Host Yugabyte Cto

Obsidian Systems, a supplier of open-source software solutions, is excited to announce that it will host David Walker, Field CTO for EMEA at Yugabyte, in May for a special visit to South Africa. The visit aims to strengthen the partnership between Obsidian Systems and Yugabyte, expand Yugabyte’s presence in the region, and provide local businesses with valuable insights into the advantages of adopting distributed SQL databases.Yugabyte is a global leader in providing high-performance, distributed SQL databases, helping organisations scale and manage their data more efficiently. Their flagship product, YugabyteDB, is an open-source, cloud-native, and highly resilient distributed database that supports PostgreSQL and Cassandra APIs, catering to a wide array of enterprise applications and use cases.“We are thrilled to host David. This visit highlights our commitment to bringing the best database technology solutions to our clients and the local business community,” says Muggie van Staden, Managing Director of Obsidian Systems.Walker brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to this visit, with a 30-year technology career dedicated to helping companies exploit data across various industries, such as financial services, fintech, retail, telco, manufacturing, transportation, and the public sector.Prior to joining Yugabyte in 2020, Walker held the position of Interim CTO at P27 Nordic Payments and served as the Enterprise Programme Director and Chief Architect of Global Enterprise Data Platforms at Worldpay in London. In his previous roles, he implemented crucial systems for several high-profile organisations, including the Dutch National Police, Diageo, Network Rail, Turkcell, and Telkom SA.“David’s extensive experience and expertise in the field make him an invaluable resource in driving innovation and growth. We are confident that this partnership between Obsidian Systems and Yugabyte will empower businesses in the region to scale and manage their data more effectively, while fostering stronger relationships between our companies,” says Muggie van Staden Managing Director of Obsidian Systems.During his visit, Walker will engage with Obsidian Systems clients and local businesses, discussing innovative solutions and best practices in database management

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