Empathy is transforming the way families navigate life’s most difficult times - from the loss of a loved one to other major life transitions. By combining technology with compassionate human care, we bring clarity, comfort, and peace of mind when it matters most.
We partner with leading employers, insurers, and financial institutions to deliver meaningful, human-centric support at scale. Today, Empathy supports over 45 million people across North America.
Backed by top-tier investors including General Catalyst, Index Ventures, Adams Street, Aleph and Entreé Capital. we’ve raised over $160 million to date, including a $72 million Series C, to expand our impact and scale our mission worldwide.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (Master’s preferred)or equivalent experience demonstrating strong technical and analytical skills.
- 5+ years in a client-facing technical role such as Solutions Architect, Technical Account Manager, Client Success Engineer, Product Specialist, or Technical Trainer / Instructional DesignerAbility to translate technical solutions into clear, actionable guidance for clients.
- Strong understanding of cloud technologies, SaaS platforms, APIs, integrations, and data management frameworks.
- Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Comfortable partnering with remote Product and Tech teams while serving US clients during US business hours.
- Comfort with ambiguity and a proactive approach to navigating evolving priorities
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with enterprise clients in high-scale, mission-critical environments.
- Familiarity with frameworks such as TOGAF, ITIL, or DevOps methodologies.
- Experience delivering technical presentations and guiding discussions on customization or integrations with executive and technical stakeholders.
The salary for this position ranges between $145,000-160,000, which includes base salary and variable components. This is decided based on many factors, including but not limited to: skills, qualifications, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, we are proud to offer stock options in the company and a competitive benefits package.To support our employees, we offer comprehensive benefits both in and out of the office. These include premium healthcare, comprehensive paid time off, and flexible parental leave. Our bereavement care includes premium access to the Empathy platform and support for employees and their families. We support financial wellness with a company-sponsored 401(k) plan and up to a 4% employer match, along with competitive stock options. With annual retreats, team lunches for our NYC office, and a remote employee stipend, we prioritize spending time together and investing in our people. We hope you will want to join our exceptional team!
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What We Do
Empathy is a leading technology company transforming the way people plan for and navigate life’s toughest moments. By combining cutting-edge innovation with compassion, Empathy provides unparalleled support for bereavement, estate management, legacy planning, and more.
Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and leading life insurers, Empathy serves over 40 million individuals across North America, setting a new standard for modern family care and workplace benefits.
Empathy’s mission is to make care as practical as it is compassionate—partnering with employers, insurers, and financial institutions to deliver scalable support that eases emotional burdens, simplifies complex logistics, and empowers families to move forward with clarity and resilience.









