Your Investment in Expertise
Hiring a developer should be simple, easy, and understandable. It should be trivial to work out your budget and do your accounting.
- Base rate: $100 per hour
This reflects our deep expertise and commitment to quality. - Flexible engagement options
Developers available as W2 or 1099 contractor packaging to suit your business needs. - “Hour Bank” system
Purchase a block of hours to use as needed, giving you flexibility and control.
We recommend the following technologies for saving time and money:
- Runpod and Replicate for deploying private AI LLMs
- Laravel (PHP) for REST APIs and rapid web application prototyping
- Sylius (PHP) for enterprise e-commerce websites
- Expo (ReactJS Native) for rapid iOS/Android apps
- Statamic (PHP) for replacing content-managed WordPress sites
- Cloudinary for on-the-fly CDN image and video manipulation
- Grafana for rapid analytics dashboards
- PostGIS for geospatial/GIS applications
- Elasticsearch for building custom search engines
- Go apps containerised in Docker images for microservices
We specifically counsel clients against Amazon Web Services because of their billing practices.
Understanding Project Scopes
Every project is unique, but there are general timelines:
- Rescue Projects: 80-400 hours
When your project is in trouble, we’re your digital first responders. We’ll assess the situation, implement critical fixes, and stabilize your application. - Refactoring Projects: 200-600 hours
Breathe new life into your existing applications. We’ll modernise your codebase, enhancing performance, security, and maintainability. - New Builds:
- Basic web application: 400-600 hours
- Complex web application: 1000+ hours From concept to launch, we’ll build your vision from the ground up. Timelines vary based on features, integrations, and complexity.
Example: Hour Bank in Action
Let’s say you have a project with an uncertain timespan, but you know you’ll need full-time development work for several weeks. Here’s how the Hour Bank system could work for you:
- You purchase a bank of 140 hours (3.5 weeks of full-time work) at $100/hour.
- Total upfront investment: $14,000
- This gives you guaranteed access to a skilled developer for 40 hours per week for 3.5 weeks.
- If the project completes early, your unused hours remain in your bank for future use.
- If the project requires more time, you can easily purchase additional hours.
This approach provides you with:
- Flexibility to adapt to project uncertainties
- Guaranteed developer availability
- Financial predictability for budgeting purposes
Expertise Across Technologies
Our rates reflect our specialized knowledge in a wide array of cutting-edge technologies. Each rate is carefully set to balance expertise with value, ensuring you get top-tier development tailored to your project’s needs:
| Technology Category | Specific Technologies | Hourly Rate | What This Means for You |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHP Frameworks | PHP Core, Laravel, Symfony | $110 | Leverage the power of PHP with expertly crafted, efficient code using leading frameworks |
| AI and Machine Learning | LLMs, TensorFlow, PyTorch | $200 | Infuse your projects with cutting-edge AI capabilities, from chatbots to predictive analytics |
| Geospatial Technologies | PostGIS, Leaflet, OpenLayers | $150 | Unlock the power of location in your applications with advanced mapping and spatial analysis |
| Database Management | MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis | $120 | Efficient data storage and retrieval solutions tailored to your specific needs |
| Search Technologies | Elasticsearch, Algolia | $150 | Implement powerful, fast, and accurate search functionality in your applications |
| Mobile Development | React Native, Expo | $120 | Extend your web applications to mobile platforms with native performance |
| DevOps and Deployment | Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Google Cloud | $110 | Streamline your development process and ensure robust, scalable deployments |
| API Development | RESTful APIs, GraphQL | $110 | Build powerful, flexible interfaces for your applications and third-party integrations |
| E-commerce Solutions | Sylius (Symfony) | $110 | Develop robust online stores with secure payment processing and inventory management |
| Real-time Technologies | WebSockets, Socket.io | $140 | Create responsive, real-time applications for enhanced user experiences |
| Desktop Application Development | Electron | $130 | Bring your web applications to the desktop for a native feel and offline capabilities |
| Internet of Things (IoT) | MQTT, CoAP | $120 | Connect and control smart devices, creating innovative IoT solutions |
| Data Visualization | D3.js, Chart.js, Grafana | $110 | Transform complex data into clear, actionable insights with interactive visualizations |
| Microservices Architecture | Go, Docker Swarm, Apache Kafka | $115 | Design scalable, maintainable systems using modern microservices patterns |
| Content Management Systems | Statamic (Laravel) | $100 | Create flexible, user-friendly websites with powerful content management capabilities |
This diverse range of technologies allows us to tackle virtually any web development challenge. Whether you need a robust e-commerce platform, a real-time data visualization dashboard, or a complex AI-driven application, we have the expertise to bring your vision to life.
Tailored Teams
We scale our team to match your project’s needs:
- Single developer: Perfect for focused, efficient development on small to medium projects.
- Multiple developers: For larger, complex projects requiring diverse skill sets.
- Project manager: Recommended for projects over 500 hours to ensure smooth coordination and communication.
Time and Milestone Structure
We work with you to create a development rhythm that suits your project:
- Standard work week per developer: 40 hours
- Monthly capacity per developer: 160 hours
- Milestone-based payments available for long-term projects, ensuring you see tangible progress.
Fair and Transparent Payment Terms
We believe in building trust through clear financial agreements:
- 25% down payment to kickstart your project
- Subsequent payments tied to agreed-upon project milestones
- Final payment upon project completion and your sign-off