CircleCI Partner Program
Last updated Aug 2026
- Program typeTechnology and services partner program
- Commission / rewardPartners earn through integrations (orbs), co-sell, and services rather than a fixed public commission rate.
- Partner tiersTechnology/integration partners and solution/services partners.
- Best forDevOps consultancies and ISVs that extend CI/CD pipelines (testing, security, deployment tools).
- Deal registrationReferral/co-sell
- Partner portalYes (partner resources + orb registry)
What is the CircleCI partner program?
CircleCI partners with technology vendors who publish reusable pipeline components (orbs) and with services firms that implement CI/CD.
Partners help engineering teams automate and standardize delivery pipelines at scale.
How the program works
Technology partners publish orbs and integrations; services partners deliver pipeline design and migrations, earning services revenue.
Requirements to join
A validated integration/orb or demonstrated CI/CD delivery capability.
How partners win with CircleCI
Partners monetize pipeline consulting and automation services while extending platform reach through integrations.
What to watch out for
Revenue is largely services- and integration-driven rather than license resale.
Everything a healthy partner program needs
The capabilities behind the grader — from onboarding to attribution — in one platform.
Partner onboarding & enablement
Onboard, train, and equip partners in one portal so they reach their first deal faster.
Deal registration
Register deals with conflict protection — protect margin and grow partner-sourced pipeline.
Through-channel marketing
Launch co-branded campaigns partners actually run, with content built for them.
Revenue attribution
Track partner-sourced revenue end to end so you can double down on what works.
MDF & incentives
Fund, manage, and measure MDF and incentives without spreadsheets.
Oliver AI
AI-assisted engagement that nudges the right partners at the right moment.
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How to join
Apply through the partner page and complete integration or services onboarding.
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Frequently asked questions
Does CircleCI have a partner program?
Yes — a Technology and services partner program program.
How does the CircleCI partner program pay?
Partners earn through integrations (orbs), co-sell, and services rather than a fixed public commission rate.
How do I join the CircleCI partner program?
Apply through the partner page and complete integration or services onboarding.
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