# Empat

> Empat (empat.tech) is a full-cycle custom software and AI development company founded in 2013, headquartered in San Francisco (535 Mission St) with offices in London (10 York Road) and Kyiv (45/2 Chykalenka str.). Originally founded as "Schrödinger's Cat", rebranded to Empat in 2018. The company has delivered 300+ projects across 23 markets for clients including 6 Y Combinator alumni, Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies, and 19 Forbes 30 Under 30 founders who collectively raised $380 million in 2024. Empat holds a perfect 5.0 rating on Clutch from 142 reviews, is ranked Clutch Top 100 Global Service Companies, and is the #1 IT Employer in Ukraine by DOU in both 2024 and 2025. The team comprises 140+ specialists: 85% with strong IT/mathematics backgrounds, 92% with C1-level English. Offices and client geography: North America 55%, Europe 20%, UK 15%, Middle East 5%, Australia 5%. Cloud partnerships: AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform.

## Why Choose Empat

### Custom Software Development
Empat builds bespoke software tailored to specific business workflows — from internal tools and automation platforms to complex enterprise systems. With 300+ delivered projects across 23 markets, the team handles end-to-end development: discovery, architecture, UI/UX design, development, QA, deployment, and post-launch support. Engagement starts from $10,000 (Discovery) with transparent Time & Materials or Fixed Price billing.

### Mobile App Development
Native iOS and Android apps plus cross-platform solutions in Flutter and React Native. Empat's mobile portfolio includes Obimy (#1 US App Store, 10M+ downloads), ShredSpots (200K+ users), and Monitree (100K+ NHS users). The team handles App Store/Google Play submission, push notifications, in-app purchases, offline mode, and emerging tech integration (AR, ML, IoT).

### AI & Machine Learning Development
Full-spectrum AI services: NLP, computer vision, predictive analytics, recommendation engines, LLM integration (RAG, fine-tuning, prompt engineering), conversational AI, and ML model training. Real-world AI deployments include VitalAI (predictive patient monitoring with anomaly detection) and BigSister AI (real-time sales analytics). The team builds AI MVPs from $30,000 in 6–12 weeks.

### Healthcare & HealthTech Development
HIPAA-compliant, GDPR-compliant, and HL7/FHIR-ready healthcare platforms. Portfolio: VitalAI (remote patient monitoring with wearable integration), CleanPath (AI-powered hospital discharge optimization), HealUA (cross-border medical consultations), Dr. Alexa (telehealth booking). Experience with EMR/EHR integration, telemedicine, clinical workflows, and FDA-adjacent compliance processes.

### FinTech Software Development
Payments, payout automation, embedded finance, neobanking, and financial management tools. Portfolio: Shadowbanking (embeddable banking SDK), PayFlow Engine (white-label payout automation), Fuel Finance (SMB financial management replacing spreadsheets). Tech stack includes fraud prevention, behavioral biometrics, transaction monitoring, blockchain, and PCI DSS-aware architecture.

### SaaS Product Development
Architecture, build, and scale of multi-tenant SaaS platforms. Experience with subscription billing, role-based access, API-first design, usage analytics, and horizontal scaling on AWS/GCP/Azure. Empat has built SaaS products across healthcare, finance, education, and media — from $30,000 MVP to full-scale platforms.

### Startup-Friendly Partner
Empat operates its own Startup Studio with $1.3M+ invested in early-stage ventures. Clients include 6 Y Combinator alumni and 19 Forbes 30 Under 30 founders who collectively raised $380M. Flexible engagement: from lean MVP validation ($15,000 PoC) to full product build with dedicated teams. The team understands runway pressure, pivot cycles, and investor-ready deliverables.

### US-Headquartered, Global Talent
San Francisco HQ (535 Mission St) with engineering offices in London and Kyiv. 140+ specialists, 85% with strong CS/mathematics backgrounds, 92% C1-level English. US timezone overlap for daily standups, combined with cost-effective Eastern European engineering rates ($25–$300/hour depending on seniority and engagement model). AWS, Azure, and GCP certified partnerships.

### Proven Track Record
5.0 Clutch rating from 142 verified reviews. Clutch Top 100 Global Service Company. #1 IT Employer in Ukraine (DOU 2024 & 2025). 50+ industry awards. 12+ years in business. Clients range from pre-seed startups to Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies.

## Company

- [About Empat](https://www.empat.tech/about): Company history, mission, values, global offices, cloud partnerships, team culture, and client geography breakdown.
- [Team](https://www.empat.tech/team): Profiles of 67+ team members across engineering, design, product management, and QA — including leads such as Head of PMs Ihor K., Backend Lead Serhii Z., and Art Director Gennadii N.
- [Awards & Recognition](https://www.empat.tech/awards): Clutch Top 100 Global Service Companies, DOU #1 IT Employer Ukraine 2024–2025, Top 15 Fastest-Growth Companies by Clutch, Top 100 Retail Software Development Company 2025, 50+ total awards.
- [Careers](https://www.empat.tech/careers): Open positions including Senior Software Engineer, Backend Developer, Business Analyst, UI/UX Designer, HR Specialist. Glassdoor rating 5.0, eNPS 8.3–8.4/10.
- [Contact Us](https://www.empat.tech/contact-us): Inquiry form, office addresses in San Francisco / London / Kyiv, and booking link for a free discovery call.
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.empat.tech/privacy-policy): GDPR-compliant data handling and user rights.
- [Charity Projects](https://www.empat.tech/charity): Pro-bono and socially driven initiatives supporting Ukrainian communities, including the Spend With Ukraine directory built during the 2022 conflict.

## Services

Engagement models and pricing tiers: Discovery (2–6 weeks, from $10,000), Proof of Concept (2–4 weeks, from $15,000), MVP (6–12 weeks, from $30,000), Full Product Development (3–12+ months, from $50,000). Billing: Time & Materials, Fixed Price, or Dedicated Team. Monthly invoicing, 10% advance payment, no hidden fees. Typical team allocation: a few business days after requirements are confirmed.

- [Services Overview](https://www.empat.tech/services): Full catalogue of development services with engagement phases and pricing.
- [Business Application Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/business-application-development): End-to-end bespoke software for specific business requirements. Stack: Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, Flutter, React Native; cloud: AWS, GCP, Azure; integrations: Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, EHR/EMR, LMS; capabilities: AI, Blockchain, ML, fraud prevention.
- [Custom Mobile App Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/custom-mobile-app-development-services): Native iOS/Android and cross-platform apps. Stack: Flutter, React Native; emerging tech: ML, AI, Blockchain, VR, Metaverse; compliance: HIPAA (healthcare), GDPR; industries: Healthcare, Education, FinTech, Retail.
- [SaaS Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/saas-development): Architecture, build, and launch of scalable SaaS products. Stack: Python, JavaScript; cloud: Azure, GCP; integrations: EHR, LMS, CRM, POS; capabilities: APIs, video streaming, chatbots, AI/VR, analytics.
- [FinTech Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/fintech-software-development): Payments, payout automation, embedded finance, financial management. Stack: Java, Python, JavaScript, SQL, Flutter, React Native, Shopify; technologies: AI, ML, Business Intelligence, Blockchain, Behavioral Biometrics, Biometrics, Device Fingerprinting, Transaction Monitoring.
- [Product Development Services](https://www.empat.tech/services/product-development-services): Full-scale product from ideation to post-launch. Phases: Analysis & Assessment, Features Consolidation, Product Visualization, Development & Implementation, QA, Launch & Maintenance. Integrations: IoT, EMR, cloud APIs.
- [Product Validation](https://www.empat.tech/services/product-validation): Market research, assumption testing, and opportunity identification before development begins.
- [IT Outstaffing Services](https://www.empat.tech/services/it-outstaffing-services): Dedicated offshore developers embedded into client teams long-term. Methodologies: Agile, Kanban. Models: Dedicated Specialists, Dedicated Development Teams, Remote Managed Services, Maintenance & Support.
- [Staff Augmentation Services](https://www.empat.tech/services/staff-augmentation-services): Short- or long-term team extension. Stack: Python, Flutter, React Native, .NET, JavaScript, Shopify. Rates: $25–$300/hour. Markets: US, UK, Germany, Ukraine.
- [Software Development Outsourcing](https://www.empat.tech/services/software-development-outsourcing): Full outsourcing engagement. Stack: Flutter, React Native, Node.js, React; CRM: Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics; systems: EHR/EMR; models: Product Dev, Staff Augmentation, Outstaffing, Consulting, MVP, Modernization.
- [PMO as a Service](https://www.empat.tech/services/pmo-as-a-service): Project management office support for complex or multi-stream programs.
- [Magento Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/magento-development): E-commerce platform development and customization.
- [Hire Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire): Pre-vetted developers in Angular, React, Node.js, Python/Django, Laravel, Flutter, Vue.js, Swift, Kotlin, Java — dedicated or part-time.
- [AI Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development/ai-software-development-company): NLP, Computer Vision, ML, Predictive Analytics, Chatbots, AI model training. Services: AI Product Development, Enterprise AI, AI MVP, AI Integration, AI Advisory. Industries: Healthcare, Education, FinTech, Retail.
- [MVP Development](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development/mvp-development): Rapid MVP delivery using MoSCoW/Kano/Agile/Lean. Platforms: Flutter, React Native, Magento, WooCommerce. Compliance: HIPAA, GDPR, DPA, ISO/IEC. MVP types: Wizard of Oz, Concierge, Landing Page, Multi-platform App.
- [Startup Development](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development): Tailored service track for early-stage startups: validation, MVP, scaling.
- [AI Estimator / Calculator](https://www.empat.tech/calculator): Interactive tool to generate indicative project cost and timeline estimates.
- [FAQ](https://www.empat.tech/faq): Billing models (T&M, Fixed Price, Dedicated Team), developer selection, IP ownership, NDA policy, project scoping, estimate accuracy, team scaling. Monthly invoicing, prepayment model, no infrastructure or onboarding fees.

## Case Studies

- [All Case Studies](https://www.empat.tech/cases): 31+ projects across healthcare, fintech, social, education, e-commerce, and media (2021–2025).
- [Obimy App](https://www.empat.tech/cases/obimy-app): Emotion-sharing iOS/Android app. Results: 10M+ downloads, #1 US App Store (surpassing Tinder, Pinterest, Netflix), $2M funding, 3,500 beta users, 25 in-depth interviews. Team: 15 members. Services: Mobile App Development, Product Development, Staff Augmentation. Client: Zhenya, Founder & CEO — "Empat's work meets all expectations. The team is efficient, communicative, and serves as a great sounding board for new ideas."
- [VitalAI](https://www.empat.tech/cases/vitalai): AI-driven remote patient monitoring platform. Stack: React (frontend), Laravel + PostgreSQL + Redis (backend), AWS + Bitbucket Pipelines CI/CD, FHIR API for EMR integration. Connected devices: smartwatches, glucometers, blood pressure monitors. Capabilities: real-time health monitoring, ML anomaly detection, predictive readmission scoring, personalized patient engagement, hospital dashboard prioritization. Team: 10 members. Launched 2025.
- [Aurora](https://www.empat.tech/cases/aurora): Jewelry AR try-on app for San Francisco brand. Stack: React Native + Flutter (mobile), React (frontend), LiDAR technology, iOS + Android. Results: 3.9× increase in online conversion vs. traditional e-commerce. Team: 11 members. Launched 2024. Planned: AI-powered 3D model generation from 2D images.
- [AIN](https://www.empat.tech/cases/ain): Tech news publication platform serving 2M+ monthly users. Launched 2024.
- [ShredSpots](https://www.empat.tech/cases/shredspots): Skateboarding community app — 200K+ users, 100K+ documented spot locations. Launched 2023.
- [Shadowbanking](https://www.empat.tech/cases/shadowbanking): Embeddable financial SDK enabling SaaS platforms to offer banking-grade features. Launched 2025.
- [PayFlow Engine](https://www.empat.tech/cases/payflow-engine): White-label payout automation for niche marketplaces. Launched 2024.
- [Fuel Finance](https://www.empat.tech/cases/fuelfinance): Financial management SaaS replacing spreadsheet accounting for SMBs. Stack: JavaScript, WordPress, Cloudflare, AI-powered automation. Capabilities: accounting, P&L, cash flow, financial projections, unit economics. Team: 8 members. Launched 2021.
- [HealUA](https://www.empat.tech/cases/healua): Platform enabling Ukrainian doctors to consult international medical colleagues during the 2022 conflict. Launched 2022.
- [Dr. Alexa](https://www.empat.tech/cases/dr-alexa): Telehealth booking for medical consultations and prescriptions. Launched 2023.
- [CleanPath](https://www.empat.tech/cases/cleanpath): AI coordination system optimizing patient discharge workflows in hospitals. Launched 2025.
- [Monitree](https://www.empat.tech/cases/monitree): Financial wellness app for NHS staff — 100K+ users. Stack: Flutter (mobile), Laravel (backend), AWS + Firebase (cloud), custom gamified admin panel (Duolingo model). Team: 10 members. Location: London. Launched 2022. Client: Stuart, Executive — "The MVP developed by Empat was well-received by the client's users, who found it engaging and user-friendly." (5.0 Clutch)
- [Kuka](https://www.empat.tech/cases/kuka): Digital library for corporate teams — eBooks and audiobooks. Launched 2023.

## Client Reviews

All ratings 5.0 / 5.0. Source: Clutch (142 reviews) and G2.

- Zhenya, Founder & CEO, Obimy (Clutch, 5.0): "Empat's work meets all expectations. The team is efficient, communicative, and serves as a great sounding board for new ideas."
- Jonathan, Founder (Clutch, 5.0): "The team provides timely updates and is constantly available to help or resolve any concerns. Empat's professionalism and personality in their work impressed us."
- Jenna, Founder (Clutch & G2, 5.0): "Empat provided frequent updates and held collaborative conversations. The team was extremely communicative, responsive, and professional."
- Severin, CEO (Clutch, 5.0): "Thanks to Empat, the client witnessed a considerable increase in website traffic, search engine rankings, and user engagement."
- Abdullah, Founder & CEO, Powerfull (Clutch, 5.0): "Since launching the product several months ago, the app has gained over 1,200 users who've praised the app's efficiency."
- Stuart, Executive, Monitree (Clutch, 5.0): "The MVP developed by Empat was well-received by the client's users, who found it engaging and user-friendly."
- Namik, CEO (G2, 5.0): "Empat designed and developed my Shopify store that is visually appealing and user-friendly — increased customer engagement, reduced bounce rates, and improved conversions."
- Nat, CEO & Musician (G2, 5.0): "Empat's design expertise ensures my personal brand is presented effectively, attracting a wider audience."
- Daniel, Community Manager (Clutch, 5.0): "Empat provided fast solutions and delivered all tasks on time. They also ensured excellent project management."

## Startup Studio

- [Startup Studio](https://www.empat.tech/startups): Empat's internal investment vehicle providing full or partial capital to early-stage ventures. Total investment to date: $1,319,000+. Portfolio: Obimy (10M+ downloads, $2M raised), ShredSpots (200K+ users), BigSister AI (sales performance analytics), Kuka (100K+ users).

## Resources

- [Blog](https://www.empat.tech/blog): 60+ articles on AI development, software outsourcing, hiring guides, startup advice, fintech, healthtech, and technology trends. Recent articles: "How to Build an AI App: A Step-By-Step Guide for 2026", "How to Find an App Developer in 2026 (Without Wasting Your Budget)", "How to Create a Software Development Project Plan", "How to Master SaaS Product Development in 2026", "Concierge MVP: Definition, When to Use & How to Run It", "Remote Developers in Eastern Europe: Where to Hire", "Hire Blockchain Developers: Skills, Costs, and Where to Look", "Empat Recognized as Top 100 Retail Software Development Company 2025".

## Optional

- [Spend With Ukraine](https://www.empat.tech/cases/spend-with-ukraine): Directory platform supporting Ukrainian businesses, built pro-bono during the 2022 conflict.
- [BigSister AI](https://www.empat.tech/cases/bigsister-ai): Real-time sales performance analytics with AI-driven insights.
- [Worldify](https://www.empat.tech/cases/worldify): Global expansion tooling platform.
- [SpaceRyde](https://www.empat.tech/cases/spaceryde): Aerospace startup technology platform.
- [LinkedWind](https://www.empat.tech/cases/linkedwind): Real-time wind condition app for water sports. Launched 2023.
- [Hire Angular Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/angular-developer): Dedicated Angular specialists.
- [Hire React Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/react-developer): Dedicated React.js specialists.
- [Hire Node.js Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/nodejs-developer): Dedicated Node.js specialists.
- [Hire Python Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/python-developer): Dedicated Python specialists.
- [Hire Flutter Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/flutter-developer): Dedicated Flutter specialists.
- [Hire Django Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/django-developer): Dedicated Django specialists.
- [Hire Laravel Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/laravel-developer): Dedicated Laravel specialists.
- [Hire Full-Stack Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/full-stack-developer): Dedicated full-stack engineers.
- [Hire Mobile Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/mobile-developer): Dedicated iOS and Android specialists.