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6
years on the market
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new clients come from referrals
510+
finished projects
80+
software engineers
Services we offer
- 01Machine Learning Model Development
> FROM RAW DATA TO PRODUCTION MODELS <
Production ML projects often fail when models leave the notebook. That gap between a promising experiment and a reliable production system is where most teams lose months and budget. Our ML model development process addresses this directly. We engineer machine learning models using frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, selecting the right machine learning algorithms for each use case, whether that means gradient boosted trees for tabular business data or deep neural networks for image recognition tasks.
- Supervised and unsupervised model training
- Hyperparameter tuning and cross validation
- Model validation on holdout datasets
- Containerized deployment pipelines
- Continuous evaluation and retraining
> KEEPING MODELS ACCURATE OVER TIME <
How do you ensure a machine learning model stays accurate after launch? We integrate MLOps monitoring from the first commit, tracking drift, latency, and prediction quality across every serving endpoint.
- Feature and concept drift detection
- Automated alerting on performance degradation
- Scheduled retraining workflows
- Model versioning and rollback support
- 02Artificial Intelligence Development
> Intelligent Systems That Solve Real Problems <
San Francisco is the global epicenter of machine learning and artificial intelligence innovation, yet many companies still struggle to move from concept to a working AI product. Our team designs and engineers artificial intelligence systems that address concrete operational gaps. We map your data landscape, identify where AI can reduce manual effort or unlock new capabilities, and then architect a solution that fits your existing infrastructure. Every engagement starts with a technical discovery session so we understand the problem before writing a single line of code. The city has one of the highest concentrations of AI startups globally, which means your competitors are already investing. We work with founders and CTOs across the San Francisco, Bay Area, who need AI solutions that go beyond demos. Whether you need natural language processing pipelines, recommendation engines, or classification systems, our engineers handle the full spectrum from data preparation through deployment. The result is an AI product that works on production data, not just on a curated test set.
- Custom model architecture design
- Data pipeline engineering
- Integration with existing platforms
- Bias detection and fairness audits
- Production readiness assessment
- 03AI-Driven Process Automation
> AUTOMATE WHAT SLOWS YOUR TEAM DOWN <
Repetitive manual workflows consume engineering hours that should go toward innovation. Our intelligent automation services use AI and machine learning to identify bottlenecks in your operations and replace them with automated workflows that run reliably at volume. Implementing automated workflows is essential for managing the ML lifecycle and reducing human error. We connect these systems to your existing tools so adoption happens without disruption. Companies across the Bay Area are moving from AI experimentation to scalable production deployments, and process automation is often the fastest path to measurable ROI. We engineer document classification pipelines, automated data extraction, and decision support systems that handle specific tasks your team currently does by hand. Each automation is designed with observability so you can track performance and intervene when needed. The goal is operational efficiency that compounds over time.
- Document processing and classification
- Automated data extraction pipelines
- Workflow orchestration and scheduling
- Exception handling and fallback logic
- Performance dashboards and logging
- 04Custom AI Solutions
> ENGINEERED FOR YOUR EXACT REQUIREMENTS <
Off the shelf AI tools solve generic problems. When your business needs something specific, whether that is a proprietary computer vision pipeline, an AI agent that navigates complex decision trees, or a generative AI system trained on your domain knowledge, you need custom ML model development. We work with your team to define requirements, select the right foundation models or training approaches, and engineer a solution that integrates cleanly with your stack. High quality training data and data consistency are critical in this process, and we help you get both right. The local tech ecosystem in San Francisco supports rapid experimentation and hyperparameter tuning for ML models, and we take full advantage of that speed. From large language models fine tuned on your corpus to reinforcement learning systems that optimize complex sequences, every solution is purpose engineered. We handle everything from data science exploration through production rollout.
- Domain specific model fine tuning
- Multi modal and agentic system design
- RAG pipeline engineering
- Custom evaluation and testing frameworks
- Long term maintenance and iteration
- 05AI Operationalization
> GETTING AI INTO PRODUCTION AND KEEPING IT THERE <
A trained model sitting in a Jupyter notebook generates zero value. Operationalization means packaging, deploying, monitoring, and maintaining ML models so they serve real users under real conditions. We engineer robust MLOps practices that improve reliability and reproducibility across the entire ML lifecycle, including advanced automation with AI and ML. Our team handles containerization, API endpoint design, load testing, and response time SLAs so your system performs under pressure. MLOps monitoring is essential for production machine learning projects. We set up continuous evaluation pipelines, drift detection, and automated alerting before your model ever serves its first request. Local firms in San Francisco utilize platforms like Google Cloud and AWS for model training and deployment, and we work across all major cloud providers without vendor lock in for practical ML implementation within current operations. Compliance architecture gets established from day one, especially critical for companies handling sensitive data and AI-powered workflows. We also support computer vision models when teams need to deploy computer vision models in production at scale.
- CI/CD pipelines for model deployment
- Infrastructure as code for reproducibility
- Real time inference serving and optimization
- Cloud and edge deployment options
- Governance and audit trail setup
> FROM RAW DATA TO PRODUCTION MODELS <
Production ML projects often fail when models leave the notebook. That gap between a promising experiment and a reliable production system is where most teams lose months and budget. Our ML model development process addresses this directly. We engineer machine learning models using frameworks like TensorFlow and PyTorch, selecting the right machine learning algorithms for each use case, whether that means gradient boosted trees for tabular business data or deep neural networks for image recognition tasks.
- Supervised and unsupervised model training
- Hyperparameter tuning and cross validation
- Model validation on holdout datasets
- Containerized deployment pipelines
- Continuous evaluation and retraining
> KEEPING MODELS ACCURATE OVER TIME <
How do you ensure a machine learning model stays accurate after launch? We integrate MLOps monitoring from the first commit, tracking drift, latency, and prediction quality across every serving endpoint.
- Feature and concept drift detection
- Automated alerting on performance degradation
- Scheduled retraining workflows
- Model versioning and rollback support
PRODUCTS BUILT ACROSS INDUSTRIES
Finance
Predictive analytics and anomaly detection models help financial teams flag risk, forecast revenue, and automate compliance checks using machine learning techniques applied to transaction data.
Healthcare
Deep learning networks trained for healthcare applications support diagnostic imaging, patient outcome prediction, and clinical document processing while meeting strict data privacy requirements.
Education
Personalized learning platforms use predictive modeling and data analysis to adapt content delivery, identify struggling students, and improve outcomes across educational institutions.
Construction
ML models for construction optimize scheduling, forecast material needs, and run quality control checks on site imagery, helping teams reduce rework and stay on timeline.
Technology
Software development teams at technology companies apply machine learning to platform optimization, user behavior analysis, and feature prioritization using large datasets and real time telemetry.
Startups
Startups in San Francisco often specialize in reinforcement learning and tailored data solutions. We help them move from prototype to production fast with focused ML app development.
Compliance
Automated regulatory monitoring and document classification powered by natural language processing reduce manual review hours and help compliance teams respond promptly to changing rules.
Energy
Demand forecasting and grid optimization models use big data from sensors and meters, enabling energy companies to balance load, reduce waste, and plan infrastructure investment.
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.

WHAT IT WAS LIKE TO BUILD TOGETHER
Direct feedback from founders and product owners – including our partners right here in San Francisco, CA – 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
Every project is staffed with senior engineers who participate in technical discussions directly with your team. There are no account managers relaying messages or junior developers learning on your budget. Our data scientists and ML engineers have hands on experience shipping AI products across dozens of domains. You get direct access to the people writing your code and training your models. Questions get answered in hours, not days. That direct line means faster iteration and fewer misunderstandings.
- 02Predictable Delivery
We commit to realistic timelines and hold ourselves to them. Each project follows a structured sprint cadence with clear milestones and weekly demos. You always know what was completed, what is in progress, and what comes next. There are no surprise delays hidden behind vague status updates. If something changes, we flag it immediately and adjust the plan together. Predictable delivery is not a slogan for us; it is how we keep clients and how we keep projects on track.
- 03Built to Last Past Launch
A model that works on launch day but degrades within weeks is not a finished product. We engineer ML systems with long term performance in mind, including monitoring, automated retraining, and clean documentation. Our code is modular and maintainable so your internal team or future partners can extend it without starting over. We think about data drift, infrastructure costs, and version control from the start. Robust MLOps practices are woven into the architecture, not bolted on after the fact. The system we hand off is designed to run reliably for years.
- 04No Babysitting Required
Our teams operate autonomously within agreed boundaries. You set the priorities and we execute without requiring constant direction or follow up. Automated alerting, comprehensive logging, and self healing pipelines mean your AI systems require minimal oversight once live. We surface issues proactively rather than waiting for you to notice something is wrong. Status reports arrive on schedule without you asking for them. Your time stays focused on your business, not on managing ours.
Technologies We Use
AI MODELS & LLMs
ML FRAMEWORKS
MLOPS & AI INFRASTRUCTURE
AI CLOUD PLATFORMS
AI AUTOMATION TOOLS
DATABASES / DATA INFRASTRUCTURE
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about deploying, scaling, and securing your neural agents with SoftDoes. Can’t find an answer?
How is communication handled during machine learning model development?
We establish a dedicated communication channel at the start of every project, typically Slack or Teams, with direct access to the engineers on your project. Weekly demos ensure stakeholders see working ML every sprint, and daily standups keep the team aligned. You receive written status reports covering completed work, blockers, and upcoming priorities. We respond promptly to questions, usually within a few hours during business days. For urgent production issues, we maintain an escalation path with defined response times. Our goal is full transparency without unnecessary meetings.
What types of machine learning projects are a good fit for SoftDoes?
We take on projects ranging from focused ML MVPs to complex enterprise systems involving multiple models and data pipelines. Good fits include predictive analytics, natural language processing, computer vision, recommendation systems, AI agents, and chatbot development. We work across industries and handle both greenfield development and optimization of existing ML systems. Projects that involve moving from experimentation to production are a particular strength. If your initiative requires custom ml model development with serious engineering rigor, we are likely the right partner.
Do you develop ML MVPs or only large machine learning systems?
We work on both. For startups and early stage products, we engineer focused MVPs that validate a hypothesis quickly using real production data. For large enterprises, we design and implement distributed systems that handle millions of predictions daily. The engineering principles are the same regardless of project size: clean architecture, proper testing, and MLOps from the start. An MVP from SoftDoes is not throwaway code; it is a foundation you can extend. We size our team and timeline to match the scope you need right now, with a clear path to expand later.
How do you measure the success and accuracy of a machine learning model?
We define success metrics during discovery based on your business objectives, not just statistical benchmarks. Common metrics include precision, recall, F1 score, AUC, and calibration, selected based on what matters most for your use case. We also track operational metrics like inference latency, throughput, and resource utilization. Model performance is validated against holdout datasets that represent real world conditions, not idealized lab data. After deployment, continuous evaluation monitors for drift and degradation. We report these metrics in dashboards your team can access at any time, so model accuracy is never a mystery.
What happens after a machine learning model launch?
Launch is the beginning, not the end. We set up monitoring and alerting so you know immediately if model performance drops or data patterns shift. Scheduled retraining pipelines keep your models current as new data arrives. We offer ongoing support agreements that include bug fixes, performance optimization, and feature additions. Documentation and knowledge transfer ensure your internal team can operate the system independently if preferred. Our post launch support covers everything from infrastructure updates to adding new model variants as your business needs evolve.
Will we own the code and IP for our machine learning models?
Yes. You own all code, trained models, and intellectual property we create for your project. This includes model weights, training scripts, data pipelines, deployment configurations, and documentation. We do not retain licenses or usage rights to your proprietary AI solutions. Everything is stored in your repositories from day one. At project completion, we conduct a full handover including architecture walkthroughs and operational runbooks. Your machine learning models are yours, completely and without restriction.
What makes SoftDoes different from a typical ML development agency?
Most agencies treat machine learning services as an extension of general software development. We are engineers who specialize in the full ML lifecycle, from data preparation through production monitoring and retraining. Our team integrates MLOps monitoring from the first commit, not as an afterthought. We have shipped 51 AI products to production, which means we have encountered and solved the problems that cause most ML projects to fail. We are vendor neutral on model selection, choosing between frontier APIs, open weight models like Mistral or Qwen, and custom architectures based on what fits your requirements. That combination of depth, production focus, and flexibility is uncommon in San Francisco or anywhere else.
How do you price machine learning development projects?
We scope every machine learning project individually based on complexity, data readiness, model requirements, and deployment needs. After a technical discovery session, we present a detailed estimate broken into phases with clear deliverables for each. Most engagements use a fixed scope per phase, so you know exactly what you are paying for before work begins. We do not pad timelines or add unnecessary overhead. If your project evolves, we adjust scope and cost transparently with your approval. Our pricing reflects senior engineering talent applied efficiently, not layers of management or generic consulting markup.
What to Expect on a Discovery Call with a Software Development Company
A discovery call with SoftDoes is a 30 minute conversation to determine whether your business challenges align with our engineering expertise. There is no sales pitch, no pressure, and no expectation that you arrive with a technical specification. You explain your current situation, we ask questions, discuss possible directions, and together decide whether moving forward makes sense.
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