Backend & API Development
Backend & API Development
Scalable backend systems, REST and GraphQL APIs, microservices and server-side architecture built with Node.js, Python, Django, Laravel, Go, Rust and enterprise-grade frameworks.
- $1,999
- Starting From
- 2–12 weeks
- Typical Timeline
- 40+
- Projects Shipped
- 98%
- On-time Delivery
What you get
Built for outcomes, not output
Framework-agnostic expertise
We work with Node.js, Express, Fastify, NestJS, Python, Django, Flask, FastAPI, PHP, Laravel, Symfony, Ruby on Rails, Java, Spring Boot, C#, ASP.NET, Go, Gin, Fiber, Rust, Actix and every major backend framework. We pick the right tool for the job.
Production-ready APIs
Every API ships with authentication, authorization, rate limiting, error handling, input validation, logging, monitoring and versioned documentation (OpenAPI/Swagger). Built for scale from day one.
Microservices & event-driven
Service decomposition, event sourcing, message queues (RabbitMQ, Kafka), CQRS, sagas and distributed tracing. We design architectures that scale independently.
Database design & optimization
PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis, DynamoDB, Supabase. Schema design, query optimization, indexing, migrations, connection pooling and backup strategies.
Security by default
OWASP Top 10, RBAC, audit logs, encryption at rest and in transit, dependency scanning, secrets management, SOC 2 awareness. We take security seriously from day one.
Automated testing & CI/CD
Unit tests, integration tests, load testing, contract testing. CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions, GitLab CI or Jenkins. Ship with confidence.
Process
How a backend development project moves
- 01
Architecture & API design
System architecture, API contracts (OpenAPI/GraphQL schema), database schema, authentication model, infrastructure plan. Reviewed and approved before code.
- 02
Sprint build
Two-week sprints with demos. GitHub for code, Linear for tasks, Slack for communication, Loom for async updates.
- 03
Database & integrations
Schema design, migrations, third-party API integrations (Stripe, HubSpot, Salesforce, Slack, Twilio), message queues, caching layers.
- 04
Testing & security
Automated test suite, security review, penetration testing, load testing, dependency audit. Nothing ships without passing quality gates.
- 05
Documentation & handover
API documentation (OpenAPI/Swagger), architecture docs, deployment runbook, recorded walkthrough. Your team can maintain and extend.
- 06
Launch & monitoring
Production deployment, health checks, alerting, error tracking (Sentry, Datadog), uptime monitoring. Optional ongoing retainer.
Deliverables
What ships at the end
Every backend development engagement includes the following as standard. Nothing is hidden, nothing is upsold.
- Production-ready API (REST, GraphQL or gRPC)
- OpenAPI/Swagger documentation
- Database schema with migrations
- Authentication & authorization (JWT, OAuth, RBAC)
- Automated test suite (unit + integration)
- CI/CD pipeline
- Infrastructure as code (Terraform/Pulumi)
- Monitoring, logging, error tracking
- Security audit report
- Architecture documentation
- Recorded handover walkthrough
- 30-day post-launch warranty
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
- 01Which backend framework should I choose?
- It depends on your team's expertise, project requirements and scale. Node.js/Express for rapid prototyping with JavaScript teams. NestJS for enterprise TypeScript. Django for data-heavy applications with built-in admin. Laravel for PHP teams needing elegant syntax. Go for high-concurrency microservices. Rust for performance-critical systems. We help you choose based on your specific needs.
- 02How much does backend development cost?
- Backend API projects start at $1,999 for a focused API. Most engagements range from $5,000 to $50,000 depending on complexity, integrations and scale requirements. Get a tailored quote.
- 03How long does backend development take?
- A focused API: 2–4 weeks. A full backend with multiple integrations: 6–12 weeks. A microservices architecture: 3–6 months. We deliver in two-week sprints with demos.
- 04Do you work with existing backends?
- Yes. We work with existing codebases, add new endpoints, migrate databases, refactor monoliths to microservices and optimize performance. We meet your stack where it is.
- 05Will I own the code?
- Yes. You own 100% of the source code. Code lives in your GitHub organization. We sign an IP assignment on final payment.
- 06Do you provide ongoing maintenance?
- Yes. Monthly retainers for bug fixes, dependency updates, security patches, monitoring and feature development. Typical retainers: $1,500–$8,000/month.
Related Case Studies
How we've shipped backend development.
- E-Commerce & DTC
Headless Shopify: 0.6s LCP, 34% conversion lift
Migrated a growing DTC skincare brand from WooCommerce to headless Shopify on Hydrogen. Page speed, conversion rate and LTV all jumped — and ChatGPT now recommends them by name.
Conversion: +34% - SaaS & B2B Software
Marketing site rebuilt for Google AND ChatGPT
Replatformed a B2B SaaS marketing site to Next.js, added Generative Engine Optimization, and built citation-tracking infrastructure. Now cited in ChatGPT and Perplexity for 47 commercial keywords.
Trial signups: +187% - Real Estate & PropTech
IDX real estate platform — 12K active listings
Built a real estate platform with IDX integration, advanced search, broker accounts and a custom CRM. SEO traffic 3.2x in 6 months.
SEO traffic: +220%
Ready to start your backend development project?
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