Affordable Backend API Development ConsultantsAPI Development Consultants
We build REST and GraphQL APIs that scale. Fixed pricing, 8-12 week delivery, and full ownership.
IRPR builds affordable backend API development for startups and mid-market companies. We use Node.js, Python, Go, and TypeScript with PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS Lambda to create APIs that handle millions of requests per day.
Every project ships in 8-12 weeks with a fixed price between $80K and $250K. We handle compliance for HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and FERPA. You get source code, CI/CD pipelines, and API documentation.
We work with CTOs who need a scalable backend without hiring a full team, startup founders who want to launch an MVP in 10 weeks, and product managers who need to integrate third-party APIs like Stripe, Twilio, or Salesforce.
Types of software we ship.
REST API development
Build stateless REST APIs with Node.js or Python. Includes JWT authentication, rate limiting, and OpenAPI docs.
GraphQL API development
Create flexible GraphQL APIs with Apollo Server and Prisma. Supports real-time subscriptions and complex queries.
Microservices backend
Decompose monolithic apps into microservices with Docker, Kubernetes, and gRPC. Each service scales independently.
Third-party API integration
Connect your backend to Stripe, Twilio, HubSpot, Salesforce, or any REST/SOAP API. Includes error handling and retry logic.
Serverless API development
Build serverless APIs with AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB. Pay per request, zero server management.
API gateway and proxy
Deploy an API gateway with Kong or AWS API Gateway. Adds caching, throttling, authentication, and logging.
Backend for mobile apps
Build a dedicated backend API for iOS and Android apps. Uses Firebase, AWS AppSync, or custom Node.js with push notifications.
Real-time API (WebSocket)
Implement real-time features with WebSockets using Socket.io or AWS WebSocket API. For chat, live updates, and notifications.
We build for every business type.
SaaS companies
Ecommerce and retail
Healthcare and fintech
Real estate and property
Logistics and travel
Why hire affordable backend API development consultants
IRPR delivers production-grade APIs that your team can own and extend from day one.
Backend APIs are the backbone of modern applications. A poorly designed API leads to slow performance, security holes, and expensive rewrites. IRPR builds APIs that handle 10,000+ requests per second and meet compliance standards like HIPAA and PCI-DSS.
Our consultants have shipped 200+ products across 50 countries. We use a fixed-price model with no hourly billing. You know the cost before we write a single line of code.
Generic dev shops vs IRPR
Most agencies charge hourly and deliver incomplete work. IRPR gives you a fixed price, full ownership, and a working API in 8-12 weeks.
Generic dev shops often start with a discovery phase that costs $10K-$20K before they even build anything. They use hourly billing, so costs balloon when requirements change. Many deliver code that is not documented, not tested, and not deployable.
IRPR gives you a fixed quote in week 2 during the Roadmap phase. We write unit tests, integration tests, and API documentation. You get source code in your repo, a CI/CD pipeline, and a production-ready API.
- Hourly billing with no cost cap
- No fixed timeline
- Unclear ownership of code
- No compliance expertise
- Minimal documentation
- No CI/CD pipeline included
- Fixed price from week 2
- 8-12 week delivery guarantee
- Full code ownership
- HIPAA, PCI, SOC 2, FERPA compliance
- Auto-generated API docs (Swagger/OpenAPI)
- CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions
Our process for building your backend API
We follow a four-phase process that turns your idea into a working API in 8-12 weeks.
Phase 1 is the Idea phase. We review your requirements, existing systems, and compliance needs. This takes 1 week and costs $5K.
Phase 2 is the Roadmap phase. We create a detailed technical specification, database schema, API endpoints, and a fixed-price quote. This takes 1 week.
What you get with every API project
Every delivery includes everything you need to run and maintain your API independently.
You own the code from day one. We put all source code in your GitHub or GitLab repository. We set up CI/CD with GitHub Actions or GitLab CI, so you can deploy changes without our help.
We also include monitoring, error tracking, and API documentation. Your team can onboard in hours, not weeks.
- Source code in your GitHub/GitLab repo
- CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions
- Auto-generated OpenAPI/Swagger docs
- Unit tests (Jest, Mocha, or PyTest)
- Integration tests for all endpoints
- Sentry error tracking
- Datadog or CloudWatch monitoring
- Database schema with migrations
- Docker Compose for local development
- Deployment scripts for AWS or GCP
What we ship in this practice.
SaaS subscription management API
Built a REST API for a B2B SaaS company that handles 50,000 subscribers. Integrated Stripe for billing, SendGrid for email, and Redis for caching. Reduced billing errors by 95%. Tech stack: Node.js, PostgreSQL, Stripe, Redis.
HIPAA-compliant patient data API
Developed a GraphQL API for a telehealth startup. Compliant with HIPAA, with end-to-end encryption and audit logs. Handles 10,000 patient records per day. Tech stack: Apollo Server, PostgreSQL, AWS KMS, Auth0.
Ecommerce order processing API
Created a microservices backend for an online retailer. Services for inventory, orders, payments, and shipping. Reduced order processing time from 5 minutes to 30 seconds. Tech stack: Python, FastAPI, RabbitMQ, Stripe.
Real-time fleet tracking API
Built a WebSocket API for a logistics company. Tracks 1,000 vehicles in real time with sub-second latency. Integrated with Google Maps and Twilio for alerts. Tech stack: Node.js, Socket.io, MongoDB, AWS IoT.
MLS property data API
Developed a REST API for a real estate platform that aggregates MLS data from 50+ sources. Supports 1 million property listings with full-text search. Tech stack: Ruby on Rails, Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL, Redis.
Payment processing API for fintech
Built a PCI-DSS compliant API for a payment gateway startup. Handles 5,000 transactions per second with 99.99% uptime. Integrated with Visa, Mastercard, and ACH. Tech stack: Go, PostgreSQL, AWS Lambda, Stripe Connect.
Why teams hire us.
Fixed price, not hourly
Every project gets a fixed quote in the Roadmap phase (week 2). No hourly billing, no surprise invoices, no scope creep charges. You know the cost upfront.
Full code ownership
We put all source code in your repository from day one. You own everything. No licenses, no lock-in, no recurring fees.
Compliance built in
We build APIs that meet HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and FERPA standards. We handle encryption, audit logs, access controls, and data residency.
Senior engineers only
Our team averages 10+ years of experience. Every engineer has built and scaled APIs for production systems. No junior developers, no outsourcing.
CI/CD and monitoring included
Every delivery includes a CI/CD pipeline, automated tests, error tracking with Sentry, and monitoring with Datadog. Your team can deploy changes in minutes.
8-12 week delivery
We ship working APIs in 8-12 weeks. Our process is designed for speed without cutting corners. 98% of our projects finish on time.
Idea → Roadmap → Product → Release.
Every engagement runs through the same four-stage pipeline. Predictable by design.
Questions clients ask first.
Related services and industries.
Ready to build? Let's talk.
30-minute discovery call. No deck. We'll tell you honestly what it takes, how long, and how much.