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6
years on the market
73%
new clients come from referrals
510+
finished projects
80+
software engineers
Services we offer
- 01DevOps & Cloud Infrastructure
> ACCELERATING RELEASES WITHOUT COMPROMISING RELIABILITY <
DevOps practices unify software development and operations, shortening the path from code commit to production. Raleigh Durham relies on modern software for competitiveness, and implementing DevOps can improve software quality and time to market significantly. Our engineers establish Infrastructure as Code definitions, automated testing suites, and deployment strategies that make each release predictable. SoftDoes integrates security and compliance scanning directly into the delivery process so that nothing reaches production without passing the right checks.
- Automated infrastructure provisioning with Terraform and Ansible
- Environment isolation between staging and production
- Integrated monitoring, metrics, and alerting systems
- Policy enforcement embedded in every pipeline stage
- Rollback capabilities tested before each release
> CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE THAT SUPPORTS EVERY DEPLOYMENT <
How do cloud infrastructure decisions affect release velocity? When compute, networking, and permissions are defined as code and version controlled, teams eliminate manual configuration steps and reduce deployment risk to near zero.
- Redundant architecture across multiple availability zones
- Subnet and network topology designed for workload separation
- Identity and permissions control at every layer
- Centralized logging with real time alerting
- 02Cloud Computing Solutions
> ARCHITECTING FOR PERFORMANCE AND COST CONTROL <
Cloud computing gives Raleigh organizations on demand access to compute, storage, and networking resources without maintaining physical servers. It eliminates large upfront hardware investments and replaces unpredictable maintenance cycles with elastic, pay as you use models. For companies across the Research Triangle, this means faster iteration, stronger disaster recovery, and the ability to handle traffic spikes without overprovisioning. SoftDoes designs cloud architectures on AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform that match each client's compliance posture, latency requirements, and budget. Many Raleigh businesses still operate workloads on legacy infrastructure that limits their ability to respond to customer expectations. Our senior architects evaluate existing systems, identify bottlenecks, and implement cloud solutions that support continuous innovation. Whether the goal is multi cloud redundancy, secure network segmentation, or cost governance across departments, we create architectures that organizations can operate with confidence long after the initial deployment.
- Performance tuning for latency sensitive applications
- Secure network architecture with identity and access controls
- Elastic resource allocation based on real demand
- Multi cloud and hybrid environment configuration
- Ongoing cost visibility and optimization reviews
- 03Cloud Migration Services
> MOVING OFF LEGACY SYSTEMS WITHOUT DOWNTIME <
Cloud migration is the process of transferring applications, databases, and workloads from on premises servers or outdated hosting environments into modern cloud platforms. Legacy systems often require migration to cloud native architectures because they accumulate technical debt, carry undocumented dependencies, and become expensive to maintain. Raleigh organizations that postpone migration face increasing operational risk, slower feature releases, and difficulty attracting engineers who expect modern tooling. Our team handles the full migration lifecycle, from initial assessment and dependency mapping to cutover execution and post migration verification. SoftDoes engineers choose the right migration strategy for each component. Some workloads benefit from a straightforward rehost, while others need refactoring to take advantage of managed databases, serverless compute, or container orchestration. We plan every cutover to minimize disruption, run parallel environments during transitions, and validate performance benchmarks before decommissioning old infrastructure. Modernization strategies can transform legacy systems into AI enabled solutions that meet current and future business capabilities.
- Application discovery and dependency mapping before any move
- Data synchronization with zero loss guarantees
- Refactoring for managed cloud services where beneficial
- Cutover scheduling with tested rollback plans
- Post migration performance tuning and cost analysis
- 04Managed Cloud Services
> CONTINUOUS OPERATIONS WITHOUT THE OVERHEAD <
Managed cloud services mean ongoing, SLA driven management of your cloud environments, covering monitoring, patching, incident response, backup, and cost control. Many Raleigh companies lack dedicated cloud operations staff and end up reacting to incidents instead of preventing them. Unpatched systems, misconfigured permissions, and unmonitored resource usage create vulnerabilities that compound over time. SoftDoes operates as an extension of your team, maintaining infrastructure health around the clock so your developers can focus on product work. The local market shows strong demand for automation in cloud operations, and our managed services integrate automated alerting, scheduled patching, and compliance auditing into a single operational framework. We handle capacity planning, enforce security policies, execute backup routines, and generate transparent reports on system health and cloud spend. Local managed service support for hybrid and multi cloud environments ensures that organizations with complex setups receive the same level of attention as those running a single cloud provider.
- Security patching on a defined schedule with rollback readiness
- Backup verification and disaster recovery testing
- Monthly cost reporting with actionable optimization recommendations
> ACCELERATING RELEASES WITHOUT COMPROMISING RELIABILITY <
DevOps practices unify software development and operations, shortening the path from code commit to production. Raleigh Durham relies on modern software for competitiveness, and implementing DevOps can improve software quality and time to market significantly. Our engineers establish Infrastructure as Code definitions, automated testing suites, and deployment strategies that make each release predictable. SoftDoes integrates security and compliance scanning directly into the delivery process so that nothing reaches production without passing the right checks.
- Automated infrastructure provisioning with Terraform and Ansible
- Environment isolation between staging and production
- Integrated monitoring, metrics, and alerting systems
- Policy enforcement embedded in every pipeline stage
- Rollback capabilities tested before each release
> CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE THAT SUPPORTS EVERY DEPLOYMENT <
How do cloud infrastructure decisions affect release velocity? When compute, networking, and permissions are defined as code and version controlled, teams eliminate manual configuration steps and reduce deployment risk to near zero.
- Redundant architecture across multiple availability zones
- Subnet and network topology designed for workload separation
- Identity and permissions control at every layer
- Centralized logging with real time alerting
PRODUCTS BUILT ACROSS INDUSTRIES
Finance
Continuous integration pipelines ensure every code change passes compliance checks before production. Our team supports Raleigh firms needing rapid iteration while protecting sensitive data and meeting regulatory standards.
Healthcare
Patient data protection and HIPAA compliance require encryption, access control, and audit logging. Healthcare cloud migration involves careful handling of health records, APIs, and monitoring.
Education
Learning management platforms and student information systems need cloud infrastructure that adapts to demand during enrollment and exams. Cloud migration helps education move from old servers to flexible, efficient environments.
Construction
Project management platforms, field reporting, and BIM tools need reliable cloud infrastructure accessible from remote sites. DevOps automation ensures smooth updates without disrupting active projects.
Technology
Fast moving teams need DevOps infrastructure for continuous deployment, feature flagging, and rapid rollback. SoftDoes engineers implement CI/CD pipelines and container orchestration for multiple daily incremental releases.
Startups
Early stage companies need infrastructure for quick MVP iteration without costly constraints. Cloud computing offers startups enterprise compute and networking without upfront costs.
Compliance
Compliance as code automates policy checks, access reviews, and validations in every pipeline. SoftDoes engineers log changes, enforce approvals, and catch drift before compliance gaps occur.
Energy
DevOps automation for energy firms keeps monitoring dashboards, analytics, and control systems updated without interrupting operations. SoftDoes sets up hybrid cloud architectures for edge processing and centralized analytics.
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.
You should talk to SoftDoes
Our senior engineers work directly with your team to implement DevOps practices, automate cloud infrastructure, and design architectures that support continuous delivery. Reach out today and let us explore what a modern pipeline and cloud environment can do for your organization.

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 Raleigh, NC – 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 SoftDoes engagement is staffed with senior engineers who write code, configure infrastructure, and make architectural decisions directly. There is no layer of account managers or junior developers filtering technical conversations between your team and ours. When you ask a question about Kubernetes networking or Terraform module design, the person who answers is the same person who implements the fix. Our engineers bring hands on experience across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud, with deep knowledge of DevOps practices and infrastructure automation. This direct access means faster decisions, fewer misunderstandings, and solutions shaped by real expertise rather than secondhand interpretation. Raleigh companies working with SoftDoes get senior architects who treat your infrastructure as their own.
- 02Predictable Delivery
SoftDoes runs every project with clearly defined milestones, documented deliverables, and a delivery process your team can track in real time. We break complex cloud infrastructure and DevOps implementations into phases, each with measurable outcomes that confirm progress before moving forward. Sprint reviews and regular demonstrations keep stakeholders informed without requiring them to chase updates. Scope, timeline, and resource allocation are established before work begins and revisited as requirements evolve. This structured approach to software delivery means no ambiguity about what gets done, when, and what the next steps look like. Predictability is not a promise. It is the way we operate on every Raleigh engagement.
- 03Built to Last Past Launch
Infrastructure and pipelines that work on launch day but collapse under real usage are worthless. SoftDoes designs every cloud architecture, automation script, and CI/CD pipeline with long term maintainability as a core requirement. We document every configuration decision, write modular IaC that future engineers can understand and modify, and test recovery procedures before handing off. Our code follows consistent standards, our infrastructure uses tagging and naming conventions that make resources traceable, and our pipelines include health checks that catch degradation early. The goal is an environment your team can operate, extend, and troubleshoot independently for years. Long term success depends on architecture that outlasts the engagement that created it.
- 04No Babysitting Required
SoftDoes teams operate autonomously once goals and constraints are set. We do not need daily check ins to stay on track or reminders to follow through on action items. Our engineers plan their work, communicate blockers proactively, and resolve issues before they become client problems. Automation in DevOps reduces human intervention in processes, and we apply that same principle to our own workflow. Status reports arrive on schedule, pull requests include clear context, and infrastructure changes come with rollback plans already tested. Raleigh companies hire SoftDoes because they want a team that runs itself while producing results that exceed customer expectations.
Technologies We Use
CLOUD PLATFORMS
CONTAINERIZATION
INFRASTRUCTURE AS CODE
CLOUD MONITORING & OBSERVABILITY
Frequently Asked Questions
How is communication handled?
We use shared channels on Slack or Microsoft Teams for day to day questions, paired with weekly video calls for sprint reviews and planning. Every task is tracked in a project management tool like Jira or Linear, so your team has full visibility into what is in progress, what is blocked, and what is completed. For DevOps and cloud infrastructure projects, we also share dashboards that show pipeline status, deployment history, and infrastructure health in real time. Escalation paths are defined at the start of every engagement. Documentation lives in a shared repository that both teams can access and update. Our process is designed so you never have to wonder what your engineers are working on.
What types of projects are a good fit for SoftDoes?
SoftDoes works across the full spectrum of cloud and DevOps engagements, from setting up a CI/CD pipeline for a single application to designing multi region infrastructure for enterprise platforms. We take on greenfield implementations, legacy system modernizations, cloud migrations, container orchestration projects, and ongoing managed services. Short term consulting engagements where a team needs specific expertise for a few weeks fit just as well as multi year partnerships. Custom software development projects that require integrated cloud infrastructure and automation are a particular strength. Mid market companies and startups in Raleigh both benefit from our flexible engagement models. If the project involves cloud, DevOps, or infrastructure automation, it is likely a strong fit.
How do you help us optimize cloud costs after migration?
After a cloud migration, we conduct a full resource audit to identify unused instances, oversized compute, and storage that can be moved to cheaper tiers. We implement tagging strategies that attribute costs to specific teams, projects, or environments, giving your finance and engineering teams clear visibility. Reserved capacity and spot instance strategies are evaluated based on workload patterns. Automated alerts flag spending anomalies before they become budget problems. We set up scheduled scaling so resources match actual demand rather than peak assumptions. Cloud cost optimization is not a one time task. Our managed cloud services include regular reviews to keep spending aligned with real business needs.
How do you handle scope and changes?
Every project starts with a detailed scope document that defines what will be implemented, the expected timeline, and acceptance criteria. When requirements change, and they always do, we evaluate the impact on timeline and resources, present options, and agree on a path forward before making adjustments. This is standard agile practice, not a penalty system. Change requests are documented and tracked alongside original scope items so nothing gets lost. Our engineers expect evolving requirements and architect solutions that accommodate change without requiring full redesigns. Transparency is the operating principle. You always know what changed, why, and what it means for the rest of the plan.
What happens after launch?
Launching infrastructure or a pipeline is not the end of the engagement unless you want it to be. SoftDoes offers post launch support that includes monitoring, incident response, performance tuning, and iterative improvements. We document every system thoroughly so your internal team can operate independently if you choose to bring management in house. Managed cloud services are available for organizations that prefer ongoing expert oversight. We also run post launch retrospectives to identify what worked, what can improve, and what the next phase of development should target. Modern software helps teams deliver reliable, maintainable solutions, and our post launch support ensures that continues.
Who owns the cloud infrastructure accounts and configurations?
You own everything. All cloud accounts are created under your organization's billing and identity setup from day one. Terraform modules, Ansible playbooks, pipeline configurations, documentation, and every line of code we write belong to you. SoftDoes never holds infrastructure access hostage or creates dependencies that require our continued involvement to operate. We configure IAM roles and permissions so your team has full administrative access throughout the engagement. At project completion, we conduct a formal handoff that includes credentials, documentation, and a walkthrough of every system. Your cloud infrastructure accounts and configurations are yours before, during, and after every project.
What makes SoftDoes different from a typical agency?
Most agencies assign junior developers managed by senior people who do not write code. SoftDoes puts senior engineers on every engagement, and those engineers do the actual implementation work. Demand for DevOps and cloud expertise is driven by sectors like life sciences and fintech, and our team has direct experience in these demanding environments. We operate as a technical partner embedded in your workflow, not as a vendor waiting for instructions. DevOps consulting from SoftDoes means working with people who architect, implement, and support the infrastructure they design.
How do you price projects?
Pricing depends on project scope, complexity, duration, and the specific expertise required. We offer both fixed price engagements for well defined scopes and time and materials arrangements for projects where requirements will evolve. Every proposal includes a detailed breakdown of phases, deliverables, and resource allocation so you understand exactly what you are paying for. There are no hidden fees, surprise markups, or charges for project management overhead that does not add technical value. We discuss budget constraints openly during discovery and design solutions that fit within them. Reach out to explore pricing for your specific cloud infrastructure or DevOps implementation needs.
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