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6
years on the market
73%
new clients come from referrals
510+
finished projects
80+
software engineers
Services we offer
- 01Product Development
> END-TO-END DIGITAL PRODUCTS <
Our product development service covers discovery, UX, architecture, implementation, quality control, and launch for web and mobile products. We align engineering work with your business objectives, compliance needs, and California market realities, competition, user expectations, and industry trends that shape what wins. Product development in California means understanding that design teams and engineering must work as one unit, that data analysis should inform design decisions, and that the entire process must adapt as you gather feedback from real users. We bring a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to move from concept to mass production of features, helping product teams identify areas for improvement at every stage.
- Structured discovery workshops
- Product roadmaps and milestones
- Cross-functional product teams
- Data-informed feature planning
- Launch and rollout planning
> ALWAYS MOVING THE PRODUCT FORWARD <
How do you keep shipping value every sprint without losing sight of long-term business goals? We treat product development as a continuous cycle with clear priorities, not a one-time project that ends at launch. Design thinking process guides how we approach problems. Creative thinking shapes solutions. And competitive analysis keeps your product or service positioned against alternatives.
- Backlog grooming with your team
- Metric-driven iteration
- Quarterly roadmap reviews
- Post-launch support options
- 02MVP Development
> MVPS THAT CAN SCALE <
MVP development delivers a first version that grows into a real product, not a throwaway demo. We focus scope, core flows, and a tech stack that supports growth and audits. Prototyping prioritizes early adopters on production-ready architecture. California founders often get stuck in paper prototypes or brittle code failing security reviews. Early-stage product development means VCs want working products with clean code, and regulated customers want reliability. A high fidelity prototype may win pitches, but a scalable MVP wins customers. We help you get to market faster without limits.
- Focused initial scope
- Production-ready architecture
- Investor-ready product demos
- Security-first foundations
- Clear iteration roadmaps
- 03Web Application Development
> FAST, SCALABLE WEB APPS <
Web application development creates dashboards, portals, and tools that run your business. Using modern stacks like React, Vue, Angular, Node.js, and .NET, we build fast, scalable apps meeting accessibility and security standards. The design focuses on real users and tasks. We address slow dashboards, complex admin panels, and outdated portals blocking sales. Also, deliver UX design, API implementation, CI/CD, and ongoing quality assurance.
- Responsive B2B portals
- Real-time metrics dashboards
- Role-based access control
- SOC 2 and HIPAA compliance
- CI/CD deployment pipelines
- 04Mobile App Development
> MOBILE FIRST, CALIFORNIA FAST <
Mobile app development covers iOS and Android, native or cross-platform, designed for how customers and teams work. When users drop off due to poor mobile experience or need offline tools, mobile is essential. We handle design, development, app store readiness, and backend integration. Mobile product development in California requires understanding technical challenges and user needs. Usability testing ensures every screen serves a purpose.
- iOS and Android builds
- Offline-first field tools
- Secure sign-in and SSO
- Push notification systems
- Real-time data sync
- 05Custom Software Development
> TAILORED SYSTEMS, REAL CONSTRAINTS <
Custom software development builds systems tailored to your workflows, not generic tools. When platforms can’t handle your data, approvals, or reports, you need solutions designed for your team. We create custom platforms and applications for California teams facing these challenges. This service solves legacy tool gaps, manual processes, slow reporting, and compliance risks.
- Unified internal platforms
- Automated regulatory reporting
- Legacy system replacement
- Workflow-specific dashboards
- Secure data pipelines
- 06API Integration Services
> SYSTEMS THAT TALK TO EACH OTHER <
API integration services connect your internal systems, third-party APIs, and partner platforms to ensure smooth data flow. We eliminate double data entry, data mismatches, and disconnected tools by designing, building, testing, and monitoring integrations with robust logging, retries, and security controls. We solve issues like manual exports delaying decisions and provide stable integrations for audits and SLAs. Our focus is on powerful tools for monitoring and error recovery, essential for California companies managing many SaaS tools.
- Secure third-party integrations
- Event-driven data sync
- Robust error handling
- Monitoring and alerts
- API documentation support
> END-TO-END DIGITAL PRODUCTS <
Our product development service covers discovery, UX, architecture, implementation, quality control, and launch for web and mobile products. We align engineering work with your business objectives, compliance needs, and California market realities, competition, user expectations, and industry trends that shape what wins. Product development in California means understanding that design teams and engineering must work as one unit, that data analysis should inform design decisions, and that the entire process must adapt as you gather feedback from real users. We bring a comprehensive understanding of what it takes to move from concept to mass production of features, helping product teams identify areas for improvement at every stage.
- Structured discovery workshops
- Product roadmaps and milestones
- Cross-functional product teams
- Data-informed feature planning
- Launch and rollout planning
> ALWAYS MOVING THE PRODUCT FORWARD <
How do you keep shipping value every sprint without losing sight of long-term business goals? We treat product development as a continuous cycle with clear priorities, not a one-time project that ends at launch. Design thinking process guides how we approach problems. Creative thinking shapes solutions. And competitive analysis keeps your product or service positioned against alternatives.
- Backlog grooming with your team
- Metric-driven iteration
- Quarterly roadmap reviews
- Post-launch support options
PRODUCTS BUILT ACROSS INDUSTRIES
Finance
We build systems where latency, correctness, auditability, and compliance matter, trading dashboards, risk engines, and internal tools for financial software. Pricing strategies include security and audit needs from day one.
Healthcare
Patient portals and clinician tools require privacy and uptime. Healthcare app development ensures HIPAA compliance, secure data exchange, and EHR/EMR integrations, solving workflow pain points.
Education
Edtech platforms scale users and content. Development covers learning management, district reporting, and SIS integrations. Social media campaigns drive signups; the product delivers value to students and instructors.
Construction
Software mirrors real-world project, scheduling, field reporting, and jobsite coordination. Construction software works offline on tablets and phones, syncing when online. We build tools matching team operations.
Technology
We partner with tech companies needing custom solutions, covering internal platforms, complex integrations, and multi-tenant SaaS backends. We provide coding skills and architecture guidance to evolve your roadmap.
Startups
From first version to traction without bad technical decisions. Startup product development meets investor expectations, security reviews, and due diligence. Job-ready skills boost your team; our engineers extend capacity.
Compliance
Systems built around access control, logs, approvals, and change management. Compliance software covers SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI, and frameworks for California and U.S. clients. Audits require answers, not fire drills.
Energy
Monitoring and asset management tools for utilities and energy firms. Energy software ensures reliability and long lifecycles. Generative AI and artificial intelligence improve maintenance predictions with robust infrastructure support.
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 engineers building your system, no account managers or information loss. Our California team includes a technical lead and senior engineers on every project. Fewer handoffs mean faster decisions. Questions about architecture or tradeoffs go straight to the coder. This approach ensures better product development outcomes, guided by computer science fundamentals and practical experience.
- 02Predictable Delivery
Work is scoped and delivered in clear increments, no surprises or stalled releases. Predictable delivery lets you plan stakeholder reviews, marketing, and dependencies confidently. We schedule sprints, demos, and releases so everyone knows what’s coming. This is crucial for product development in California, where launch windows are tight and visibility matters. Each increment advances the product, and changes are estimated explicitly.
- 03Built to Last Past Launch
Launch is the starting point, not the finish line. We focus on test coverage, observability, documentation, and flexible architectures that support long-term software maintenance without heroics. California teams face future audits, new regulations, and scale they can’t fully predict at launch. We plan for change. That means writing code that other engineers can understand, setting up monitoring before problems happen, and choosing architectures that bend without breaking. Deep understanding of your business context shapes these decisions.
- 04No Babysitting Required
Clients don’t manage our team or push work forward. Execution doesn’t depend on reminders. Our managed product development team model means we clarify requirements, raise risks early, and keep tasks moving without waiting for prompts. This frees founders and CTOs in California to focus on customers, hiring, and strategy, not checking whether engineers are on track. Proactive updates keep you informed without creating meetings that drain your calendar. We take ownership, and you get results.
Technologies We Use
Front end
Databases & cloud
Other / Frameworks
Back end
DevOps & tools
Frequently Asked Questions
How is communication handled in product development?
A PM leads updates on scope, timeline, and priorities. Engineers join planning sessions for technical tradeoffs and clarity, ensuring decisions don’t get lost in translation. Communication happens through Slack, email, and weekly video calls. Typical cadence includes weekly check-ins and sprint demos, fitting fast-moving product development in California. Research into your business needs shapes planning, and ongoing communication ensures alignment.
What types of product development projects suit SoftDoes?
We focus on long-term digital products, core business systems, and evolving platforms. Enterprise projects, regulated systems, customer-facing SaaS, and data-heavy tools, require technical expertise and adapting to changing business requirements. We build systems that survive audits, support thousands of users, and integrate complex systems. User testing and data guide our builds.
Do you build MVPs or only large systems?
Yes, we build scalable MVPs meant to become production systems. Our lean, robust architectures support growth and security reviews from day one. Many California startups begin with an MVP we build, then scale it to their target market. We avoid throwaway demos that become technical debt.
How do you manage scope and change requests?
Work starts with a defined scope. Changes are discussed, estimated, and prioritized explicitly, balancing timeline, budget, or lower-priority items. Backlog grooming and release planning keep product development work under control. This delivers a competitive edge by focusing on what matters most.
What happens after product launch?
We provide ongoing support, maintenance, and evolution. Post-launch includes bug fixes, performance tuning, new features, and monitoring. Launch is just the start; iteration begins immediately. Many California companies accelerate development after launch as real user feedback shapes priorities.
Will we own the code and intellectual property?
Yes. Full IP ownership is standard. You own 100% of code, repositories, documentation, and intellectual property from day one. Handoff includes access to all repos, credentials, and documentation, critical for fundraising, acquisition, or audits. Your brand identity and technology assets remain yours.
What makes SoftDoes different from typical agencies?
Senior engineers, direct communication, predictable delivery, and systems built for years, not months. We’re a software product development partner, not a volume-focused outsourcing shop. This model suits California teams needing speed and quality. You get a team familiar with your tech stack and business context, not rotating juniors.
How do you price product development projects?
Engagements are based on clear scope and outcomes, not just hours. Pricing depends on complexity, timeline, and ongoing support. We focus on total value and risk reduction, aligning with California companies’ preference for quality investments that pay off over years, not short-term savings.
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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 <a href='https://softdoes.com/'>custom software development company</a> 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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