Support Specialist

Who we are Coefficient is a VC-backed SaaS startup based in the SF Bay Area. We are building a remote-first company with a focus on hiring the best talent regardless of location. Our culture is centered around people who are smart, driven, curious, and collaborative. We are embarking on a journey to unleash the power and flexibility of spreadsheets across all of the data in company systems. The founders are serial entrepreneurs whose last startup, Shopular, was backed by Y Combinator and Sequoia and acquired by Rakuten Ebates. What we do Coefficient provides a no-code solution that enables business teams to access their company data in real-time directly from their spreadsheets and make it actionable across the organization. Whether their data lives in business applications, databases, data warehouses, or business intelligence solutions, business users can easily work with this data without IT involvement. Using Coefficient, business teams can be more effective with company data that’s connected, automated, and performant in the most familiar and flexible analytics product – their spreadsheet. By meeting users where they are, companies can now reduce friction between IT and business teams to drive higher efficiency and growth. About the job At Coefficient, we believe that providing the highest quality support is vital to our core product experience. Support Specialists are empathetic, resourceful communicators who not only resolve user issues but also answer questions from our valued users. This individual is always looking for unique and creative ways to help others, tackle problems, and improve future experiences. Due to the fast-paced and evolving business needs, Support Specialists need to be dynamic, self-motivated, and able to multitask between support, documentation, and growing business objectives. Responsibilities • Resolve a high volume of user requests through various support modalities, which may include inbound and outbound email, chat, and messaging. • Investigate and fulfill all tier 1 & 2 support requests while communicating directly with users and internal stakeholders. This includes collaborating across teams to escalate issues as necessary. • Navigate ambiguity in one-off issues to deliver exceptional outcomes. • Diagnose problems and propose possible solutions for the short- and long-term. • Complete thorough documentation and notation on user requests to be able to provide feedback to leadership and program teams regarding processes and trends. • Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills while being mindful of your tone and your pace in order to respond to and exceed customers' expectations. Basic Qualifications • Minimum 4+ years of SaaS customer support experience. • Must have an intermediate/advanced level knowledge of Google Sheets or Excel. • Customer empathy - You have a deep understanding of the user experience and the ability to resolve customer support requests in thoughtful and creative ways. • Strong written and verbal communication skills - You are an effective communicator and listener, and you adapt easily to varied communication methods. • Collaboration - You value teamwork and contribute to a synergistic work environment where people learn from one another. • Strategic problem solving - You can leverage multiple resources to inform and support critical decisions. • Excellent organization - You effectively prioritize work to target the highest-impact issues first. • Optimism - You are motivated by a challenge, and you approach problems with a positive attitude. • Ability to remain calm under pressure -- You troubleshoot problems and find speedy resolutions in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations. • Desire to learn - You're a highly motivated self-starter with an eagerness to learn and grow, and you are receptive to feedback. • Experience with Zendesk, SQL, Salesforce, and HubSpot is a plus! Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Communications, English, or Journalism. • Support experiences in a high-volume environment, such as technical support, SaaS companies, and subject matter (technical) experts. This role requires flexibility to cover shifts as needed to support business operations. Team members may be scheduled for evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary. Why You'll Love Working Here We believe great work happens when people feel supported — professionally and personally. That’s why we offer a thoughtfully designed compensation and benefits package to help you thrive: • Generous, Competitive Salary – We offer strong market-based compensation that reflects your skills, experience, and impact. • Medical Benefit Stipend – We provide a healthcare stipend to support your medical coverage needs and give you flexibility in choosing the plan that works best for you. • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – We value balance and encourage you to take the time you need to rest, recharge, and show up as your best self. • Company-Provided Computer – We equip you with the tools you need to do your best work. • Professional Development Stipend – We invest in your growth. Use your stipend for courses, certifications, conferences, or other learning opportunities that help you advance your career. If you’re excited about supporting customers, solving problems, and growing with a team that values continuous improvement, we’d love to hear from you.