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We build your backend in 8-12 weeks for a fixed price. No hourly billing, no scope creep, no excuses.
IRPR is an affordable backend app development studio that builds production-grade APIs, microservices, and data pipelines. We use Node.js, Go, Python, PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS to ship backends that handle real traffic from day one.
Every project starts with a 2-week Roadmap phase where we define scope and lock the price. Timelines range from 8 to 12 weeks for an MVP. Project costs start at $80,000 and go to $250,000. We build for HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2 compliance when required.
Our clients are CTOs at funded startups who need a backend fast, product managers at mid-market companies migrating from legacy systems, and founders building their first SaaS product who want predictable costs and senior engineers.
Types of software we ship.
REST API development
Build stateless RESTful APIs with Express.js or Fastify. Includes OpenAPI docs, rate limiting, and JWT auth. Deployed on AWS Lambda or ECS.
GraphQL backend development
Implement GraphQL APIs with Apollo Server or Hasura. Supports real-time subscriptions, data federation, and role-based access control.
Microservices architecture
Design and deploy microservices with Docker, Kubernetes, and gRPC. Each service has its own database and CI/CD pipeline.
Real-time backend development
Build WebSocket and SSE backends for live chat, notifications, and collaborative editing using Socket.io or AWS AppSync.
Serverless backend development
Create serverless backends on AWS Lambda, API Gateway, and DynamoDB. Auto-scaling, pay-per-request, no servers to manage.
Data pipeline and ETL backend
Build ETL pipelines with Apache Airflow or AWS Glue. Process millions of records per hour into Redshift or Snowflake.
Backend for mobile apps
Develop backends for iOS and Android apps with Firebase Cloud Functions, AWS Amplify, or custom Node.js APIs. Push notifications and offline sync included.
Backend for AI/chatbots
Build backend infrastructure for AI chatbots and LLM apps. Integrate with OpenAI, Pinecone vector DB, and LangChain for RAG workflows.
We build for every business type.
SaaS platforms
eCommerce
healthcare
fintech
real estate
Why choose an affordable backend app development studio
Most backend projects fail because of scope creep and hidden costs. IRPR fixes that with fixed pricing and senior engineers.
When you hire an affordable backend app development studio like IRPR, you get a dedicated team of senior engineers who have shipped over 200 products across 50 countries. We use a proven 4-phase framework: Idea, Roadmap, Product, Release. The Roadmap phase (week 2) locks the scope and price so there are no surprises.
Our average project timeline is 10 weeks. We start with a 1-2 week kickoff where we set up your CI/CD pipeline on GitHub Actions, deploy a staging environment on AWS, and configure Sentry error tracking. You see working code by week 3.
Affordable backend app development studio vs generic dev shops
Not all backend studios are the same. Here is how IRPR differs from the rest.
Generic dev shops often assign junior developers, bill by the hour, and have no fixed timeline. You pay for their learning curve. IRPR assigns senior engineers only (7+ years experience) and gives you a fixed price after the Roadmap phase.
We also handle compliance out of the box. If you need HIPAA, PCI-DSS, or SOC 2, we build the backend with those controls from day one. No expensive retrofits.
- Hourly billing with no cap
- Junior developers learning on your project
- No fixed timeline
- Scope creep every sprint
- No compliance expertise
- Code ownership unclear
- Fixed price after Roadmap phase
- Senior engineers only (7+ years)
- 8-12 week delivery guarantee
- Scope locked in week 2
- HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2 ready
- Full source code ownership
How we build your backend in 4 phases
Our framework ensures predictable delivery. Every phase has a clear output.
Phase 1 (Idea) takes 1 week. We map out your requirements, user flows, and data model. You get a written spec with wireframes. Phase 2 (Roadmap) takes 1 week. We define the tech stack, architecture, and produce a fixed price contract.
Phase 3 (Product) takes 6-10 weeks. We build in 2-week sprints. You see a working demo after every sprint. Phase 4 (Release) takes 1 week. We deploy to production, set up monitoring, and hand over the repo.
What ships with every backend project
Every project includes these deliverables. No hidden line items.
We believe in full transparency. When we finish a project, you get everything you need to run the backend yourself or with your own team. No lock-in, no hidden fees.
All source code is in your GitHub repository from day one. We use Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) so you can recreate the entire environment in any AWS account.
- Source code in your private GitHub repo
- CI/CD pipeline on GitHub Actions
- Staging and production environments on AWS
- PostgreSQL database with automated backups
- Redis cache layer for performance
- Sentry error tracking and monitoring
- API documentation (OpenAPI/Swagger)
- Load testing results (k6 or Artillery)
- Terraform scripts for infrastructure
- Post-launch support for 30 days
What we ship in this practice.
Multi-tenant SaaS backend
Built a billing and user management backend for a B2B SaaS startup. Handles 10,000 tenants with isolated data. Tech stack: Node.js, PostgreSQL, Stripe, Redis. Reduced tenant onboarding time from 2 days to 10 minutes.
HIPAA-compliant patient portal backend
Developed a secure API for a telemedicine platform. Supports 50,000 patient records with audit logs. Tech stack: Go, PostgreSQL, AWS Lambda, Auth0. Achieved HIPAA compliance audit on first try.
Real-time logistics tracking backend
Built a WebSocket-based tracking system for a logistics company. Processes 1,000 location updates per second. Tech stack: Node.js, Socket.io, Redis, MongoDB. Reduced delivery disputes by 40%.
PCI-DSS compliant payment backend
Created a payment processing API for an eCommerce platform. Handles $5M in monthly transactions. Tech stack: Python, Django, Stripe, PostgreSQL. Passed PCI-DSS SAQ D on first submission.
MLS data ingestion backend
Built a data pipeline that ingests MLS listings from 50 sources into a single searchable API. Tech stack: Python, Apache Airflow, PostgreSQL, Elasticsearch. Reduced listing update latency from 24 hours to 15 minutes.
AI chatbot backend with RAG
Developed a backend for a customer support chatbot using retrieval-augmented generation. Handles 5,000 queries per day. Tech stack: Node.js, OpenAI, Pinecone, LangChain. Reduced support ticket volume by 60%.
Why teams hire us.
Fixed price, not hourly
Every project gets a fixed quote after the Roadmap phase (week 2). No hourly billing, no surprise invoices, no scope creep charges. You know the cost before we write a line of code.
Senior engineers only
We do not hire juniors. Every engineer on your project has 7+ years of experience. Our team has shipped backends for companies in healthcare, fintech, and ecommerce.
8-12 week delivery
We ship MVPs in 8-12 weeks. Our record is 6 weeks for a simple CRUD backend. We use a sprint-based process with demos every 2 weeks so you always see progress.
Compliance built in
We build for HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2 from day one. No retrofits. Our healthcare backends include BAA agreements and audit logging. Our fintech backends include encryption at rest and in transit.
Full code ownership
You own all source code and infrastructure. We put everything in your GitHub and AWS accounts. No lock-in. You can take the code to another team anytime.
Post-launch support
We include 30 days of post-launch support with every project. We monitor uptime, fix bugs, and help with scaling. After that, we offer maintenance at a fixed monthly rate.
Idea → Roadmap → Product → Release.
Every engagement runs through the same four-stage pipeline. Predictable by design.
Questions clients ask first.
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