About GapKarma

GapKarma was born from a simple observation: thousands of talented tech professionals step away from their careers to raise children, and coming back is one of the hardest things they'll ever do.

The job market doesn't make it easy. Resume gaps trigger automatic rejections. Skills feel stale. Confidence fades. And the people who could help the most — those who've already navigated a comeback — are hard to find.

The Idea

What if the people who've returned from career gaps could directly help those still trying? Not through a corporate program or a paid service, but through genuine peer-to-peer support — matched by country because job markets in India, the US, the UK, and everywhere else are fundamentally different.

A mentor who spent 2 years at home and landed at Stripe can share exactly what worked. A career advisor can help reframe a gap as a strength. Someone at Datadog can refer you internally. That's real help — and it costs nothing but time.

How It Works

Seekers are tech parents actively looking to return to work. They browse the community, find someone who's been where they are, and ask for help — a mentoring chat, a referral, a resume review, or interview prep.

Helpers are tech professionals who've already returned from a career gap. They know the struggle firsthand and volunteer their time to help others. You'll see helpers from your own country first, because local job market knowledge matters.

Mentors are professional career advisors who specialize in career transitions, resume optimization, and interview coaching. They help everyone regardless of country — career advice transcends borders.

The Karma

Every helper and mentor earns karma points for the connections they make. It's not currency — it's recognition. When a seeker lands a job and comes back to help the next person, that's the real karma.

Our Promise

  • GapKarma is free. No premium tiers, no paywalls.
  • We never sell your data. We may recommend relevant upskilling courses — clearly labeled and optional.
  • Your privacy is protected — you control what's visible.
  • You can delete your account and all data at any time.