Affordable Custom Backend Development StudioBackend Studio
Senior engineers build your API, auth, and database for a fixed price. 200+ shipped, 12-week MVPs.
IRPR is an affordable custom backend development studio. We build server-side systems with Node.js, Python (Django, FastAPI), Go, and Rust. Your API endpoints, database schema, authentication (JWT, OAuth 2.0), and cloud infrastructure are all handled by senior engineers.
Every project delivers a working backend in 8-12 weeks. Pricing starts at $80K for a complete MVP. We support compliance needs: HIPAA for healthcare, PCI-DSS for payments, SOC 2 for SaaS, and ISO 9001 for manufacturing. Fixed pricing means no surprises.
We work with CTOs who need a scalable backend without a full in-house team. We work with startup founders who need an API ready for investors. We work with product managers who need to launch a new feature with reliable server-side code.
Types of software we ship.
Custom REST API
Build RESTful APIs with Node.js or Python. Includes Swagger docs, rate limiting, and PostgreSQL integration.
GraphQL Backend
GraphQL endpoint with Apollo or Hasura. Handles complex queries, mutations, and real-time subscriptions.
Authentication System
OAuth 2.0, JWT, SSO with Okta or Auth0. Supports social login, MFA, and role-based access control.
Microservices Architecture
Break your monolith into microservices with Docker, Kubernetes, and message queues like RabbitMQ or Kafka.
Real-Time Backend
WebSocket server with Socket.IO or SignalR. Live notifications, chat, and collaborative editing.
Data Pipeline
ETL pipeline with Airflow or dbt. Processes 1M+ records per hour into Snowflake or BigQuery.
File Storage & CDN
Upload, transform, and serve files using S3 or Cloudinary. Includes image optimization and secure URLs.
Serverless Functions
AWS Lambda or Cloud Functions for event-driven tasks. Autoscaling, pay-per-use, no server management.
We build for every business type.
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a HIPAA-compliant backend for
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a scalable backend for
What an affordable custom backend development studio delivers
You get a production-ready backend with real infrastructure, not a prototype.
IRPR builds backends that handle real traffic. We use AWS or GCP for hosting, PostgreSQL or MongoDB for data, and Redis for caching. Every project includes a CI/CD pipeline via GitHub Actions that deploys to staging and production on every merge.
We write tests. Unit tests with Jest or pytest, integration tests for API endpoints, and load tests with k6. Our backends are monitored with Datadog or Sentry. Uptime is 99.9%. You get the source code and full documentation.
How we differ from other developers
Most shops sell time. IRPR sells a shipped product with a fixed price.
Generic dev agencies bill hourly and never stop. They start with vague requirements, then bill more when scope changes. They rarely give you the code until final payment.
IRPR works differently. We lock scope in week 2 during the Roadmap phase. You get a fixed price. Code is pushed to your GitHub repo from day one. We ship in 12 weeks or less.
- Hourly billing with no cap
- Scope changes every week
- No fixed timeline
- Code held until final payment
- Junior developers on your project
- No compliance support
- Fixed price from week 2
- Requirements locked in Roadmap phase
- 12-week average delivery
- Code in your repo from day one
- Senior engineers only (10+ years)
- HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2 built in
Our process: from idea to deployed backend
We follow four phases. Each phase has a clear deliverable.
Every project starts with a 2-day Workshop. We map out your entities, relationships, and API endpoints. You get a written specification and a fixed price.
Building ends with a live API on your cloud account. We deploy to production, run load tests, and train your team. Your backend runs on your infrastructure.
What ships with your custom backend
Every project includes these deliverables by default.
No hidden line items. Every backend ships with the following ready to use.
- Source code in your GitHub repository
- CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions
- Dockerized local development environment
- PostgreSQL or MongoDB database schema
- Authentication with JWT and OAuth 2.0
- Swagger or GraphQL Playground API docs
- Sentry error tracking and Datadog monitoring
- Load test results with k6
- Deployment scripts for AWS or GCP
- Admin dashboard with user management
What we ship in this practice.
SaaS analytics dashboard backend
Built a backend that ingests 50K events per minute from webhooks and stores them in ClickHouse. API serves aggregated data to a React dashboard. Reduced query time from 12 seconds to 200ms. Stack: Node.js, ClickHouse, Redis, AWS Lambda.
Healthcare patient portal API
Developed a HIPAA-compliant backend for a telehealth startup. Manages 10K patient records with encrypted storage and audit logs. Integrates with Epic EHR via FHIR APIs. Stack: FastAPI, PostgreSQL, AWS KMS, Twilio.
Fintech payment orchestration engine
Created a PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant backend that routes transactions across Stripe, Adyen, and Braintree. Handles $2M in monthly volume with 99.99% uptime. Stack: Go, PostgreSQL, Redis, Docker, AWS ECS.
Ecommerce inventory management API
Built a real-time inventory sync backend for a multi-warehouse retailer. Reduce stock discrepancies by 95%. Processes 1M SKU updates daily via message queues. Stack: Python, Django, RabbitMQ, Snowflake.
Real-time multiplayer game backend
Developed a WebSocket server for a mobile game with 50K concurrent players. Handles matchmaking, leaderboards, and in-game chat with <50ms latency. Stack: Node.js, Socket.IO, Redis, AWS GameLift.
EdTech learning management API
Built a FERPA-compliant backend for a university LMS. Serves 25K students with course enrollment, grade tracking, and video streaming. Stack: Ruby on Rails, PostgreSQL, AWS CloudFront, Auth0.
Why teams hire us.
Fixed price, not hourly
You get a fixed quote after the Roadmap phase (week 2). No hourly billing, no surprise invoices, no scope creep charges. 95% of IRPR projects hit the original budget.
Senior engineers only
Every IRPR engineer has 10+ years of experience. We do not staff juniors or offshore contractors. You get a lead engineer who stays on your project from start to finish.
Code in your repo from day one
We push code to your GitHub repository on the first day of the Build phase. You own every line. No source code escrow or locked repositories.
Compliance built in, not bolted on
We have shipped backends for HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and FERPA. Compliance requirements are included in the fixed price, not added as a premium.
Production-ready monitoring
Every backend ships with Sentry error tracking, Datadog metrics, and log aggregation. You get alerts for 4xx and 5xx errors, p99 latency, and database query performance.
2-week kickoff to production
We can start within 1-2 weeks of signing. Your backend is deployed to production in 8-12 weeks. We have shipped 200+ products 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.