# Empat > Empat (empat.tech) is a custom software and AI development company founded in 2013 in Kyiv as Schrödinger's Cat and renamed Empat in 2018. Headquarters: San Francisco, USA; engineering team in Kyiv, Ukraine; office in London, UK. Empat builds mobile apps, web and SaaS products, fintech and healthcare software, and production AI systems (agents, LLM apps, ML pipelines) for startups and enterprises. 300+ projects delivered in 23 markets. Rated 5.0 on Clutch (149 reviews, Premier Verified, October 2026). Last updated: 2026-10-01. Canonical sources for facts: https://www.empat.tech/about and https://clutch.co/profile/empat ## Company facts - Legal/brand name: Empat (also written "Empat Tech"). Website: https://www.empat.tech. Not related to empat.studio or empat.ai. - Founded: 2013 as Schrödinger's Cat; first office opened in Kyiv in 2017; renamed Empat in 2018 after a merger of several companies - Offices: San Francisco, CA — 535 Mission St, 94105 (HQ); London — 10 York Road; Kyiv — 45/2 Yevhena Chykalenka St (engineering) - Leadership: Nazar Gulyk — Founder; Igor Repeta — CEO; Yaroslav Melnychenko — Head of Engineering; Vladyslav Fedenko — AI Innovation Lead - Team: 100+ specialists; 85% of developers hold IT or mathematics degrees; 92% speak English at C1 level; 40% of the team has been with Empat for 2+ years - Delivery: 300+ projects since 2013 for clients in 23 markets. Client geography: North America 55%, Europe 20%, United Kingdom 15%, Middle East 5%, Australia 5% - Clients include: CBRE, Porsche, Panasonic, Restream, Heinemann, Transparency International, Fuel Finance; 6 Y Combinator alumni; 19 founders from Forbes 30 Under 30; Fortune 500 and S&P 500 companies - AI: 50+ AI-powered projects since 2022; AI Center of Excellence launched in 2026; Claude Certified Architect certification; works with Claude, OpenAI, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Codex - Compliance and partners: HIPAA-compliant delivery; AWS Partner; Microsoft Azure; Google Cloud Platform - Pricing (from the website): AI-driven discovery from $5,000; 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. Clutch lists $25–49/hour and a $10,000 minimum project size. Billing: Time & Materials, Fixed Price or Dedicated Team. Ballpark estimates: https://www.empat.tech/calculator - Guarantees: 1 month of free support and bug fixes after launch; developers matched to a client's stack within days - Reviews and recognition: 5.0 on Clutch from 149 reviews (Premier Verified); Clutch Global Award Summer 2026; Clutch 100 Fastest Growth 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026; Clutch Top 1000 Companies Global 2023; TechBehemoths 2023 winner (React.js, WordPress, Mobile); #1 employer in the 81–200 employees category of DOU's Ukrainian IT employer rating (100/100); Forbes Business Council member (Nazar Gulyk) - Startup Studio: $1,319,000+ invested in Empat's own early-stage ventures since 2018 (Obimy, ShredSpots, BigSister AI, Kuka and others) - Official profiles: [Clutch](https://clutch.co/profile/empat), [LinkedIn](https://www.linkedin.com/company/empat-tech/), [Crunchbase](https://www.crunchbase.com/organization/empat-defd), [G2](https://www.g2.com/products/empat/reviews), [DOU](https://jobs.dou.ua/companies/empat/) ## AI development - [AI Development Services](https://www.empat.tech/ai-development): Production AI builds, fixed-scope AI MVPs, AI agents and product rescue for US startups and product teams; 50+ AI projects since 2022. - [AI Agents Development](https://www.empat.tech/ai-development/ai-agents): Production-deployable agents for customer support, internal knowledge, sales intelligence and workflow automation — not demos. - [Custom AI Development](https://www.empat.tech/ai-development/custom-ai-development): Senior team, scalable architecture, human-reviewed delivery for LLM apps, RAG systems and ML pipelines. - [AI MVP Development](https://www.empat.tech/ai-development/ai-mvp-development-services): Fixed-scope AI MVPs with generative AI features for startup validation, 6–12 weeks. - [AI Product Rescue & Software Stabilization](https://www.empat.tech/ai-development/ai-product-rescue-software-stabilization): Stabilizing vibe-coded or unstable AI products: code audit, technical due diligence, recovery before launch, scale or investor review. - [AI Software Development for Startups](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development/ai-software-development-company): LLM apps, agents, ML pipelines and AI integrations from MVP to scale. - [AI Agent Blueprint Workshop](https://www.empat.tech/ai-agent-blueprint-workshop): Workshop with an AI architect, tech lead and PM that delivers architecture, integration plan, evals and a cost model for an AI agent or copilot. ## Services - [All Services](https://www.empat.tech/services): Mobile, web, SaaS, fintech, healthcare, AI, product validation and team extension. - [Custom Mobile App Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/custom-mobile-app-development-services): Native iOS and Android plus Flutter and React Native cross-platform apps. - [Custom Website Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/custom-website-development-services): Frontend, backend, Webflow and low-code websites. - [Business Application Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/business-application-development): Internal tools and business apps for healthcare, education and fintech with secure workflows, dashboards and AI automation. - [SaaS Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/saas-development): SaaS architecture, multi-tenancy, cloud migration, API development and UI/UX for B2B and B2C products. - [FinTech Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/fintech-software-development): Payment systems, wallets, compliant fintech platforms and mobile banking apps. - [Product Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/product-development-services): Full cycle: analysis, roadmap, UX/UI, implementation, QA and post-launch support. - [Product Validation](https://www.empat.tech/services/product-validation): Market research, prototypes, audience testing and user interviews before development. - [App Development Consulting](https://www.empat.tech/services/app-development-consulting): Platform, stack and architecture decisions for founders and CTOs, including HIPAA and fintech requirements. - [Software Development Outsourcing](https://www.empat.tech/services/software-development-outsourcing): Outsourced apps, MVPs, product design, modernization and consulting with a Ukraine-based team. - [IT Outstaffing](https://www.empat.tech/services/it-outstaffing-services): Vetted developers embedded in the client's team, managed by the client. - [Staff Augmentation](https://www.empat.tech/services/staff-augmentation-services): Short- or long-term extension of an in-house development team. - [PMO as a Service](https://www.empat.tech/services/pmo-as-a-service): Project management office for complex or multi-stream programs. - [Laravel Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/laravel-development-services): Laravel web apps, APIs and CRM systems. - [Magento Development](https://www.empat.tech/services/magento-development): Magento stores with custom modules, payment integrations and CRM/ERP sync. ## Industries - [Industries Overview](https://www.empat.tech/industries): Industry-specific software development. - [Healthcare Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/healthcare-software-development): HIPAA-compliant digital health products, remote patient monitoring, telehealth and internal clinical systems. - [Fintech Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/fintech-software-development): Digital banking, payments, wallets, embedded finance and finance SaaS. - [Insurance Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/insurance-software-development): Insurtech products, underwriting and claims tools, policy management, AI-supported workflows. - [Education Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/education-app-development): EdTech platforms, student apps and teacher tools. - [Retail & eCommerce Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/retail-software-development): Commerce platforms, marketplaces and customer-facing retail apps. - [Logistics & Supply Chain Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/logistics-software-development): Supply chain platforms, fleet, freight and tracking tools. - [Media & Entertainment Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/media-entertainment-software-development): Streaming, content and creator products. - [Social Networking & Community Apps](https://www.empat.tech/industries/social-networking-app-development): Social platforms and community apps with real-time features (e.g. Obimy, ShredSpots). - [Travel & Hospitality Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/travel-hospitality-software-development): Booking platforms, guest apps and hospitality back-office systems. - [Automotive Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/industries/automotive-software-development): Mobility products, customer apps and in-vehicle/cabin control software (e.g. Gulfstream, Moonrise). ## Startups - [Startup Development](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development): Services for founders from validation to MVP and scaling. - [MVP Development](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development/mvp-development): MVPs in 6–12 weeks from $30,000 that test core assumptions and attract first users. - [Startup Development Services](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development/startup-development-services): Web and mobile development packages for early-stage startups. - [Startup Product Development](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development/startup-product-development): Product strategy, design and engineering for pre-seed to Series A companies. - [CTO as a Service](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development/cto-as-a-service-for-startup): Fractional technical leadership for MVPs, scaling and fundraising. - [CRM Software Development](https://www.empat.tech/startup-development/crm-software-development): Custom CRM systems. - [Startup Studio](https://www.empat.tech/startups): Empat's own ventures and investments ($1,319,000+ since 2018). ## Hire developers - [Hire Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire): Pre-vetted remote developers from Empat's own team, matched to a client's stack within days; $25–49/hour on Clutch. - [Dedicated Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-dedicated-developers): Long-term dedicated engineers or full teams. - [Mobile App Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-mobile-app-developer): iOS, Android and cross-platform. - [Flutter Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-flutter-developers): Cross-platform apps in Flutter. - [React Native Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-react-native-developers): Cross-platform apps in React Native. - [Android Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-android-app-developer): Kotlin/Java Android apps. - [React.js Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-react-js-developers): React frontends and SPAs. - [Angular Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-angular-developers): Enterprise-grade Angular apps. - [JavaScript Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-javascript-developers): Full-stack JavaScript. - [Front-End Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-front-end-developer): UI engineering across frameworks. - [Node.js Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-node-js-developers): Node.js backends and APIs. - [Backend Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-backend-developer): APIs, databases and cloud infrastructure. - [Full-Stack Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-full-stack-developer): End-to-end web engineers. - [Python Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-python-developer): Python backends, data and AI. - [Django Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-django-developers): Django web apps and APIs. - [Java Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-java-developers): Java backends and enterprise systems. - [Laravel Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-laravel-developer): Laravel PHP developers. - [Shopify Developers](https://www.empat.tech/hire/hire-shopify-developers): Shopify stores, themes and apps. ## Case studies - [All Case Studies](https://www.empat.tech/cases): 33 case studies across fintech, healthtech, AI, marketplaces, social and education. - [Obimy](https://www.empat.tech/cases/obimy-app): Social app for staying emotionally connected; 10M+ downloads on iOS and Android, #1 in the US App Store; Empat Startup Studio venture. - [VitalAI](https://www.empat.tech/cases/vitalai): AI remote patient monitoring platform with wearable data, predictive alerts and FHIR-ready infrastructure. - [ClearPath](https://www.empat.tech/cases/clearpath): AI system that reduces hospital discharge delays and optimizes bed usage. - [KnetMiner](https://www.empat.tech/cases/knetminer): Research platform migrated from Cytoscape.js to React, plus a production Claude AI layer (Graph Chat, Agentic Search). - [BigSister AI](https://www.empat.tech/cases/bigsister-ai): AI sales analytics that tracks team performance, connects CRM data and generates reports. - [PayFlow Engine](https://www.empat.tech/cases/payflow-engine): White-label platform for marketplace payouts, commissions, multi-currency wallets and analytics. - [Shadowbanking](https://www.empat.tech/cases/shadowbanking): Embeddable finance SDK for SaaS platforms: balances, transfers, approvals and payment integrations. - [FuelFinance](https://www.empat.tech/cases/fuelfinance): AI-powered finance SaaS that replaces spreadsheet reporting and planning. - [Monitree](https://www.empat.tech/cases/monitree): Gamified financial education app for NHS staff and students. - [ShredSpots](https://www.empat.tech/cases/shredspots): Skateboarding community app with 200K+ users and 100K+ spots; Startup Studio venture. - [Dental Care](https://www.empat.tech/cases/dental-care): Dental healthcare ecosystem with iOS/Android apps, CRM and an AI tracker. - [Dr. Alexa](https://www.empat.tech/cases/dr-alexa): Telehealth platform for doctor consultations, tests and prescriptions. - [Aurora](https://www.empat.tech/cases/aurora): AR jewelry try-on app using LiDAR; 3.9x increase in conversions. - [Gulfstream](https://www.empat.tech/cases/gulfstream): Private-jet cabin control app for lighting, climate and passenger experience. - [AIN](https://www.empat.tech/cases/ain): Migration and rebuild of a Central and Eastern European tech media platform with 2M+ users. - [Kuka](https://www.empat.tech/cases/kuka): Corporate e-reading service with licensed books, offline access and AI research tools; 100K+ users. ## Guides and comparisons - [Blog](https://www.empat.tech/blog): 118 articles on AI development, software outsourcing, hiring developers, startups, fintech and healthtech. - [AI Software Development Cost (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/ai-software-development-cost): Cost ranges by project type and what drives them. - [Mobile App Development Cost (2026, US guide)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/mobile-app-development-cost-in-2026-full-breakdown-us-guide): Full cost breakdown by app type, platform and team model. - [MVP Development Cost (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/mvp-development-cost): What an MVP costs and how to scope it. - [Nearshore Software Development Cost (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/nearshore-software-development-cost-2026): Rates by region and engagement model. - [How Much Does It Cost to Hire an App Developer](https://www.empat.tech/blog/how-much-does-it-cost-to-hire-an-app-developer): Freelance vs agency vs in-house costs. - [CTO as a Service: Cost, Benefits & When to Hire](https://www.empat.tech/blog/cto-as-a-service): Fractional CTO models and pricing. - [Top 10 AI Development Companies (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/top-10-ai-development-companies-2026): Vendor shortlist with selection criteria. - [Top AI Agent Development Companies (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/top-ai-agent-development-companies-2026): Companies building production AI agents. - [Top SaaS Development Companies (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/top-saas-development-companies-2026): SaaS vendor shortlist. - [Top Fintech & Healthtech Development Companies (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/top-fintech-healthtech-development-companies-2026): Regulated-industry vendors. - [Top Mobile App Development Companies](https://www.empat.tech/blog/top-mobile-app-development-companies): Mobile vendor shortlist. - [How to Build an AI App](https://www.empat.tech/blog/how-to-build-an-ai-app): Step-by-step guide from idea to production. - [RAG Implementation Guide](https://www.empat.tech/blog/rag-implementation-guide): Architecture, retrieval, evals and costs. - [AI Integration Services: Scope, Architecture & Cost](https://www.empat.tech/blog/ai-integration-services): Adding LLMs and ML to existing products. - [AI Workflow Automation](https://www.empat.tech/blog/ai-workflow-automation): Where agents and automation pay off. - [What Is an AI Agent](https://www.empat.tech/blog/what-is-an-ai-agent): Definitions, architectures and use cases. - [Vibecode Rescue](https://www.empat.tech/blog/vibecode-rescue): Fixing AI-generated codebases before launch. - [Technical Due Diligence Checklist (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/technical-due-diligence-investor-m-a-checklist-2026): Checklist for investors and M&A. - [In-house vs Outsourced AI Development](https://www.empat.tech/blog/in-house-vs-outsource-ai-development): Trade-offs and decision framework. - [Outstaffing vs Outsourcing (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/outstaffing-vs-outsourcing-2026): Models, costs and when each fits. - [Flutter vs React Native (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/flutter-vs-react-native): Performance, cost and team considerations. - [Toptal vs Upwork](https://www.empat.tech/blog/toptal-vs-upwork): Pricing, vetting, pros and cons, and when a dedicated team is better. - [Toptal vs Turing](https://www.empat.tech/blog/toptal-vs-turing): Comparison of two developer-hiring platforms. - [Toptal Competitors & Alternatives](https://www.empat.tech/blog/toptal-competitors): Alternatives for hiring vetted developers. - [Upwork Competitors & Alternatives](https://www.empat.tech/blog/upwork-competitors): Alternatives for hiring freelancers and teams. - [HIPAA-Compliant Healthcare App Development](https://www.empat.tech/blog/hipaa-compliant-healthcare-app-development): Compliance requirements and architecture. - [Remote Patient Monitoring Software](https://www.empat.tech/blog/remote-patient-monitoring-software): How RPM platforms are built. - [CRM Implementation Guide (2026)](https://www.empat.tech/blog/crm-implementation-guide-2026): Planning and rolling out a CRM. - [Concierge MVP](https://www.empat.tech/blog/concierge-mvp): Definition, when to use it and how to run it. - [Empat Earns Claude Certified Architect Certification](https://www.empat.tech/blog/empat-earns-claude-certified-architect-certification-what-it-means-for-our-clients): What the certification covers and why it matters for clients. - [Empat Is a 2026 Clutch 100 Award Winner](https://www.empat.tech/blog/empat-is-a-2026-clutch-100-award-winner): Clutch 100 Fastest Growth 2026. ## Company - [About](https://www.empat.tech/about): History, leadership, values, certifications and client geography. - [Team](https://www.empat.tech/team): Team members and culture. - [Awards](https://www.empat.tech/awards): Recognition from Clutch, GoodFirms, DesignRush, TechBehemoths and The Manifest. - [FAQ](https://www.empat.tech/faq): Estimates, tech stack choices, engagement models, IP ownership and delivery process. - [AI Cost Calculator](https://www.empat.tech/calculator): Free ballpark cost and timeline estimate based on 300+ past projects. - [Careers](https://www.empat.tech/careers): Open positions. - [Contact](https://www.empat.tech/contact-us): Project inquiries and discovery calls. - Authors: [Igor Repeta](https://www.empat.tech/author/igor-repeta) (CEO), [Nazar Gulyk](https://www.empat.tech/author/nazar-gulyk) (Founder), [Yaroslav Melnychenko](https://www.empat.tech/author/yaroslav-melnychenko) (Head of Engineering), [Vladyslav Fedenko](https://www.empat.tech/author/vladyslav-fedenko) (AI Innovation Lead), [Kateryna Stankova](https://www.empat.tech/author/kateryna-stankova) (Communication & Inbound) ## Optional - [HealUA](https://www.empat.tech/cases/healua): Platform connecting Ukrainian doctors with colleagues worldwide; 5,000+ users. - [PixShare](https://www.empat.tech/cases/pixshare): AI photo-sharing app that recognizes friends' faces. - [Lumi](https://www.empat.tech/cases/lumi): Smart-contract expense and payout platform with Stripe and Wise payouts. - [Moonrise](https://www.empat.tech/cases/moonrise): Yacht control app for iOS and Android. - [Pack&Stack](https://www.empat.tech/cases/pack-stack): B2B marketplace for packaging materials. - [Posy](https://www.empat.tech/cases/posy): Marketplace app for pre-loved furniture and appliances. - [PowerFull](https://www.empat.tech/cases/powerfull): Power-bank rental app in the UAE. - [Spilt](https://www.empat.tech/cases/spilt): Social app for watching and discussing movies together. - [Trigga](https://www.empat.tech/cases/trigga): Esports trading app combining prediction markets and gameplay. - [LinkedWind](https://www.empat.tech/cases/linkedwind): Community app for wind sports. - [Worldify](https://www.empat.tech/cases/worldify): iOS app for 3D character videos. - [Caries Monster Fighters](https://www.empat.tech/cases/caries-monster-fighters): AR game for children's dental visits. - [AirDoc](https://www.empat.tech/cases/airdoc): Website for an allergology clinic. - [SpaceRyde](https://www.empat.tech/cases/spaceryde): Webflow website with 3D visuals for a space-tech company. - [Plast](https://www.empat.tech/cases/plast): Digital platform for Ukraine's national scouting organization. - [Spend With Ukraine](https://www.empat.tech/cases/spend-with-ukraine): Pro-bono Webflow directory of 240+ Ukrainian-rooted brands. - [RevengeFor](https://www.empat.tech/cases/revenge-for): Wartime fundraising website for Ukrainian defenders. - [Charity](https://www.empat.tech/charity): Pro-bono and community projects. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.empat.tech/privacy-policy)