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6
years on the market
73%
new clients come from referrals
510+
finished projects
80+
software engineers
Services we offer
- 01Database Design & Development
> ROBUST DATABASES FOR REAL-WORLD LOAD <
This is our core service: we design, implement, and optimize databases for California companies handling high-volume transactions, sensitive data, and complex integrations. Our team delivers custom databases using PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Redis, and cloud-managed services like Amazon RDS and Azure SQL. We handle schema design, indexing, query optimization, migrations, and data modeling for analytics and AI applications. Every database we build includes reliability features from day one, backups, high availability, and security configurations that protect your data and your customers. We test implementations thoroughly before they go live and provide documentation that supports your team long-term.
- Schema and data model design
- High-performance query tuning
- Cloud database setup and scaling
- Data migration and consolidation
- Audit-ready logging and backups
> SQUEEZE MORE VALUE FROM YOUR DATA STACK <
Is your current database slow, fragile, or too expensive to run? We assess existing database technologies, find bottlenecks, and fix performance and reliability issues that cost your organization time and money. Our engineers look at indexes, queries, connection patterns, resource limits, and deployment topology across your California environments. Changes are planned carefully to avoid downtime for production systems, and we monitor results to confirm improvements hold under real load.
- Performance health checks
- Index and query refactoring
- Connection pooling and caching
- Capacity and scaling plans
- 02Product ownership
> ONE OWNER ACCOUNTABLE FOR OUTCOMES <
Product ownership means a single person on our side is responsible for ensuring database work and application features line up with your business goals. This reduces the burden on California founders and CTOs who cannot manage every detail day to day. We solve misalignment, shifting requirements, and scope creep by having a clear owner who coordinates roadmap, acceptance criteria, and release quality. Your team gets reliable execution without needing to monitor every decision or push progress forward manually.
- Single point of contact
- Backlog ownership and grooming
- Definition of done and quality standards
- Stakeholder update cadence
- Risk tracking and mitigation
- Cross-functional coordination
- 03Product Management
> PRODUCT THINKING FOR DATA PRODUCTS <
We provide product management for platforms where databases, analytics, and backend integrations are central to the user experience. This solves unclear priorities, features that don’t align with user needs, and technical debt created by rushed decisions. Our PMs work closely with engineers and stakeholders so database design supports real product outcomes, not just technical specifications disconnected from business success.
- Roadmap and feature planning
- User and stakeholder interviews
- Backlog refinement with engineers
- Data-informed prioritization
- Release planning and measurement
- Performance metric definition
- 04Digital Transformation
> MODERN SYSTEMS BUILT AROUND DATA <
Digital transformation means replacing manual, spreadsheet-heavy workflows with integrated, database-backed applications that actually solve problems. We see California companies struggling with duplicated work, error-prone processes, and poor visibility across departments. Thoughtful database design is central to any real transformation, not just UI refreshes or new logos on old systems. We plan incremental rollouts to reduce risk for enterprises and scale-ups, ensuring each phase delivers measurable value before moving to the next. Our team helps you deploy changes that stick and integrate with your existing operations.
- Legacy workflow mapping
- Data migration planning
- Phased rollout of new systems
- Training and enablement for teams
- Ongoing optimization based on usage data
- Cross-department data access controls
- 05IT Consulting
> CLEAR GUIDANCE FOR COMPLEX SYSTEMS <
IT consulting at SoftDoes means strategic and technical advice on architecture, cloud platforms, data storage, and integration for California businesses. We assist companies facing fragmented systems, unclear data ownership, repeated rework, and stalled modernization projects. Fast-changing regulations and growth demands in California require thoughtful database design and development, not patchwork fixes applied under pressure. Our team will review your current database configurations, propose practical changes, and help your organization execute step by step with full documentation and knowledge transfer.
- Architecture and roadmap review
- Cloud and database platform choice
- Security and compliance guidance
- Integration and API strategy
- Cost optimization plans
- Technology stack assessment
- 06Code Audits
> SEE WHAT YOUR DATA CODE IS REALLY DOING <
We audit backend code, database queries, and data access layers for security, correctness, and performance. This service uncovers hidden performance issues, unsafe data handling, and brittle integrations between services that create risk for your business. Code audits are especially useful before a California company raises a funding round, pursues an enterprise deal, or undergoes a compliance review. We deliver a clear report with prioritized fixes and actionable recommendations, not generic comments that leave your team guessing about next steps. Our security service includes checking for injection vulnerabilities and access control gaps.
- Review of database access patterns
- Security and injection checks
- Transaction and locking review
- Scalability and failure-mode analysis
- Actionable remediation plan
- Technical support for implementations
- 07Business Analytics
> TURN RAW DATA INTO CLEAR ANSWERS <
We build analytics layers on top of well-designed databases for California teams who need business intelligence that goes beyond spreadsheet exports. Our approach creates dashboards, KPIs, and self-service reporting built on solid data models that your team can trust. This solves slow reporting cycles, inconsistent numbers between departments, and guesswork in operations and product decisions. We help you analyze data patterns and turn them into actionable strategy.
- Executive-ready KPI dashboards
- Self-service reporting for teams
- Data models for BI tools
- Analytics for product usage
- Cost and revenue visibility
- Customer behavior tracking
> ROBUST DATABASES FOR REAL-WORLD LOAD <
This is our core service: we design, implement, and optimize databases for California companies handling high-volume transactions, sensitive data, and complex integrations. Our team delivers custom databases using PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB, Redis, and cloud-managed services like Amazon RDS and Azure SQL. We handle schema design, indexing, query optimization, migrations, and data modeling for analytics and AI applications. Every database we build includes reliability features from day one, backups, high availability, and security configurations that protect your data and your customers. We test implementations thoroughly before they go live and provide documentation that supports your team long-term.
- Schema and data model design
- High-performance query tuning
- Cloud database setup and scaling
- Data migration and consolidation
- Audit-ready logging and backups
> SQUEEZE MORE VALUE FROM YOUR DATA STACK <
Is your current database slow, fragile, or too expensive to run? We assess existing database technologies, find bottlenecks, and fix performance and reliability issues that cost your organization time and money. Our engineers look at indexes, queries, connection patterns, resource limits, and deployment topology across your California environments. Changes are planned carefully to avoid downtime for production systems, and we monitor results to confirm improvements hold under real load.
- Performance health checks
- Index and query refactoring
- Connection pooling and caching
- Capacity and scaling plans
PRODUCTS BUILT ACROSS INDUSTRIES
Finance
We build and maintain low-latency transaction processing databases for banks, lenders, and fintechs across California. Our financial data platforms prioritize correctness, audit trails, and regulatory compliance.
Healthcare
We support EHR integrations, clinical workflows, and analytics for hospitals, clinics, and health-tech startups in California. Our HIPAA-compliant healthcare databases emphasize privacy, reliability, and access control.
Education
We develop student information systems and education data platforms for California schools, universities, and edtech companies. Our database design ensures scalability, accuracy, and proper data access controls.
Construction
We create scheduling, project tracking, and field data systems backed by reliable databases for California construction firms. Our databases support offline/online sync and real-world workflows without disruption.
Technology
We work with SaaS, platform, and infrastructure teams needing flexible, scalable databases and multi-tenant architectures. Our design emphasizes integrations, APIs, and fast iteration for California technology companies.
Startups
We serve early and growth-stage California startups with database architectures built to scale. Our MVP data designs focus on speed now and flexibility later to avoid costly rewrites.
Compliance
We build compliance-ready data systems for California organizations, focusing on SOC 2, PCI-DSS, HIPAA standards with audit logs, access control, and change management.
Energy
We develop infrastructure and asset management systems for energy companies in California. Our utility operations databases prioritize reliability, long-term use, and high stakes through careful database design and development.
Transparency at each stage
Discovery & Alignment
Defined goals and a precise roadmap ensure your vision is realized without unexpected pivots or hidden costs.
Technical Strategy
Senior engineers select the optimal tech stack with clear architectural reasoning for long-term scalability.
Iterative Development
Gain real-time access to code and staging environments with regular demos to track every milestone as it happens.
Careful Testing
Receive transparent QA, security, and performance audits to ensure a flawless and stable launch every time.
Deployment & Support
Stay in total control with full documentation and proactive monitoring to keep your systems running at peak performance.
Numbers Don’t Lie
Recent projects showcasing how we design, engineer, and deliver production-ready software solutions.
- Finance
- Energy
Deepwater Insights
Deepwater Insights delivers proprietary alternative data and niche research on the offshore drilling and energy sector to institutional investors, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals who require coverage that larger firms don't provide.- 100%Brand Continuity
- 2Platform Distribution
- 100%Paywall-Ready Content
- Real Estate
The building buyer
The Building Buyer is a Florida-based real estate investment firm co-founded by Dylan Troiano and Charles Hanlin. They acquire single-family, multifamily, and commercial properties across South Florida and beyond, with a focus on motivated seller opportunities.- 18Weekly hours saved
- 2+Years Ongoing partnership
- 1Fully owned Platform
- Education
- Non-Profit
WOVEN & NICE
Woven is a Spring Valley, NY nonprofit running the NICE program (New Training Inclusive Community Environment) in four Rockland County schools. Their team supports students through restorative practices, mediation, and professional development for teachers and administrators.- 4Schools Served
- 4Weeks to Launch
- 1STTime on Upwork
- Healthcare
CareInTouch
CareInTouch is a Bay Area home health agency providing skilled nursing and therapy services to patients referred from hospitals and clinics. With over 100 staff, they operate in one of the most complex and compliance-driven healthcare markets in the country.- 40% Reduction In Billing Errors
- 100+Staff Operations Managed
- 0Missed Compliance Deadlines
- Startup
Sparkle The Cleaning Service
Sparkle The Cleaning Service is a Detroit-area residential cleaning company with 10 years in business, connecting homeowners with vetted, insured independent cleaners through a subscription-based marketplace platform.- 75% Platform Transparency
- 2XPlatform Growth
- 40%Higher User Retention
- Startup
DineMate
DineMate is a Maryland-based dating and connecting platform built around verified profiles, restaurant reservations, and prepaid dining experiences. Founded to bring back authenticity to how people meet and connect.- 60% Time Saved
- 99%System Reliability
- 40%Higher User Retention
- Healthcare
Prior Authorization AI
Prior Authorization AI is a healthcare automation startup building AI-powered tools to streamline prior authorization for Medicare and Medicaid medical transportation providers in New Jersey.- 16Weekly hours saved
- 63%Admin time reduced
- 43%Fewer submission errors
- Education
Grand Central Language Services
Grand Central Language Services provides translation and interpretation for organizations operating in complex, multilingual environments. As demand grew, internal workflows became harder to manage. SoftDoes built a custom platform to streamline coordination, improve visibility, and support scalable operations.- 72%Workflow Reduction
- 48%Coordination Reduction
- 83%Visibility Increase
- Healthcare
FMY Orthodontics
FMY Orthodontics, a multi-location practice in West Tennessee, partnered with SoftDoes to replace a spreadsheet-based financial workflow with a custom web platform. The goal was to simplify how staff present treatment financing while allowing patients and families to review and complete decisions remotely.- 60%Workflow Reduction
- 75%Remote Adoption
- 5Locations Aligned
FORBIDDEN ALCHEMY
Forbidden Alchemy is a Shopify-based e-commerce store created for a bold, underground fashion brand rooted in metalcore and occult aesthetics. The goal was to deliver a high-impact online experience that reflects the brand’s dark identity while providing smooth, conversion-focused shopping for mobile-first users.- 68%Faster Checkout
- 41%Repeat Customers
- 35%Cart Abandonment
Bokeyno Motorsports
Bokeyno Motorsports is the leading mobile installer of vertical doors for high-performance cars. This Shopify website isn’t just about services—it’s a bold statement of power, style, and expertise. With a sharp layout, strong visuals, and real-world case studies, the site delivers all the information car enthusiasts need to book confidently and instantly.- 54%Booking Requests
- 43%Lead Conversion
- 32%Qualified Inquiries
ai document processing platform
A comprehensive talent solution designed to help companies attract, hire, and retain top talent more effectively. The platform combines AI-powered recruitment technology with employee financial wellbeing programs, enabling smarter hiring decisions while supporting employees’ financial stability and long-term engagement.- 62%Faster Processing Time
- 78%Less Manual Work
- 35%Improved Accuracy
WHAT IT WAS LIKE TO BUILD TOGETHER
Direct feedback from founders and product owners – including many of our partners right here in California – after shipping, scaling, and maintaining real production systems.
WHAT CHANGED IN PRACTICE
Clients didn’t stay because of promises. They stayed because delivery became predictable, ownership was clear, and the product kept moving forward after launch.
- 01Direct Access to Senior Engineers
You work directly with the senior engineers building your system. No account managers, no relays, no information loss between decisions and implementation. Direct access to the people making database architecture decisions speeds up your project and improves quality. Questions get answered in hours, not days. Technical context doesn’t get lost in translation between roles. In California’s fast-paced environment, fewer layers help teams ship reliable systems faster and make better tradeoffs when complexity arises.
- 02Predictable Delivery
Work is scoped, sequenced, and delivered in clear increments. No surprises, no rushed rewrites, no stalled releases. We break down database migration, schema changes, and new features into well-scoped steps with visible milestones. Your database development roadmap shows what’s coming, when it will arrive, and what dependencies exist. This approach reduces surprises for California leadership teams who need clear timelines for launches, integrations, and stakeholder updates.
- 03Built to Last Past Launch
The system is designed for long-term use, maintenance, and change. Launch is the starting point, not the finish line. We plan for versioning, migrations, test data, monitoring, and observability in every database design and development project. Long-term database maintainability means your California company avoids costly rewrites as products and regulations evolve. Systems we build can be extended, modified, and handed off to future teams without archaeology.
- 04No Babysitting Required
Clients don’t manage the team or push work forward. Execution doesn’t depend on reminders. Our managed database development team takes responsibility for moving work forward with regular status updates, proactive risk flagging, and ownership of technical details. This is helpful for busy founders and CTOs in California who cannot micromanage engineering work while running their businesses. You stay informed without becoming a project manager.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is communication handled in database development projects?
A PM leads updates, scope, and timelines. Engineers are brought in for planning, tradeoffs, and technical clarity so decisions don’t get lost in translation. Our communication rhythm includes weekly or bi-weekly calls, written summaries, and shared tools for tickets and database changes. This structure keeps decisions around schema changes, data models, and integrations clear and documented throughout your California database development project. You always know where things stand.
What types of database design projects are a good fit for SoftDoes?
Long-term products, business-critical systems, and software that needs to be maintained and evolved after launch. Concrete examples include transaction systems, analytics platforms, or patient data systems in California. Our enterprise database design work fits companies building for the long term, not quick experiments. Short throwaway demos are usually not the right fit unless they’re first steps toward real production systems with clear paths forward.
Do you build MVPs or only large database systems?
We build MVPs when they’re designed to grow into production systems. We don’t build throwaway demos. We design MVP schemas, migrations, and data access so they can scale without a full rewrite when you find traction. Scalable MVP database design is valuable for California startups that need to move fast but avoid technical dead ends. The foundation matters even when speed is the priority.
How do you handle scope and changes in database development?
Work starts from a defined scope. Changes are discussed, estimated, and prioritized explicitly, not absorbed silently. When you need new tables, changed schemas, or extra integrations, we handle them within a clear database project scope management process. Changes get estimated honestly so you can make informed decisions about priorities. This helps California teams avoid hidden costs and surprise delays that derail timelines and budgets.
What happens after launch in terms of database support?
We continue supporting, maintaining, and evolving the system. Launch is the beginning, not the end. Options include ongoing maintenance, performance tuning, new features, and analytics extensions for your database. Our post-launch database support keeps your system running smoothly as usage grows and requirements change. Many California clients keep us as a long-term engineering partner for their data platforms.
Will we own the code and IP for database solutions?
Yes. You own 100% of the code, repositories, and intellectual property from day one. This includes database schemas, migration scripts, and all related documentation. We hand over infrastructure definitions and access credentials to ensure full control and database IP ownership. This matters for California companies raising capital, doing audits, or planning exits where clean ownership is required.
What makes SoftDoes different from a typical database development agency?
Senior engineers, direct communication, predictable delivery, and long-term ownership, not volume-based outsourcing. This changes database design and development outcomes: fewer rewrites, cleaner architectures, and faster troubleshooting when issues arise. We act as a specialized database development partner to California teams, not a generic outsourcing shop that rotates junior developers through your project. Your organization’s success depends on people who understand your system.
How do you price database development projects?
Engagements are structured around clear scope and outcomes. We focus on long-term value, not lowest upfront cost. Typical models include fixed-scope for well-defined database projects and ongoing engagements for evolving platforms. Our database development pricing links cost to business value and risk, especially for California companies managing tight timelines and budgets. We’ll request details about your program and provide clear estimates before work begins.
How I Built SoftDoes. From Solo Developer to Custom Software Development Company
In 2019, I was a freelance software engineer working from a small apartment in Ukraine. Today, I lead SoftDoes, a 70+ person AI focused custom software development company headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri. This is the story of how I built it, project by project, client by client, through a war and across continents.
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