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We build production-ready Node.js applications for startups and enterprises. Ship in 8-12 weeks with a fixed price and full code ownership.
IRPR builds high-performance Node.js applications using Express.js, NestJS, and Fastify for API development, with React or Next.js on the frontend. We deploy on AWS Lambda or EC2 with Docker and CI/CD pipelines.
Every project includes source code in your Git repo, automated testing with Jest and Cypress, and a CI/CD pipeline on GitHub Actions. Timeline is 8-12 weeks for an MVP, with pricing from $80K to $250K. We handle compliance for HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2 as needed.
CTOs at funded startups who need a scalable backend, product managers replacing legacy PHP or Python systems, and enterprise teams requiring real-time data processing. Also, founders launching SaaS platforms who want a reliable Node.js backend.
Types of software we ship.
RESTful API Development
We build RESTful APIs with Express.js and PostgreSQL, including JWT authentication, rate limiting, and Swagger documentation for easy consumption by frontend teams.
Real-Time Chat Application
We build real-time chat backends using Socket.io and Redis, supporting thousands of concurrent connections with message persistence and typing indicators.
Microservices Architecture
We design microservices with NestJS, message brokers like RabbitMQ, and containerized deployment on Kubernetes for independent scaling and fault isolation.
GraphQL API Development
We create GraphQL APIs with Apollo Server and TypeGraphQL, offering flexible queries, data loaders for performance, and built-in caching with Redis.
Serverless Function Development
We build serverless Node.js functions on AWS Lambda with DynamoDB, using Provisioned Concurrency to eliminate cold starts and handle auto-scaling seamlessly.
Backend for Mobile Apps
We develop Node.js backends for iOS and Android apps using Express or Fastify, with push notifications via Firebase, offline sync, and REST API versioning.
Web Scraping & Data Extraction
We build Node.js scrapers with Puppeteer and Cheerio, handling authentication, pagination, and proxy rotation to extract structured data from web pages at scale.
eCommerce Backend
We create eCommerce backends using Node.js with Stripe Connect, product catalogs with Elasticsearch, and order management that handles thousands of transactions per minute.
We build for every business type.
SaaS platforms and cloud applications
Real-time applications
eCommerce and marketplace
Fintech and payments
Healthcare and telemedicine
Why Node.js is the right choice for your backend
Node.js delivers performance, scalability, and a massive ecosystem.
Node.js uses an event-driven, non-blocking I/O model that handles 10,000+ concurrent connections with a single server. It is built on Chrome's V8 engine, making it faster than Python or Ruby for most use cases.
With npm, Node.js gives you access to over 2 million packages, accelerating development. Companies like Netflix, Uber, and LinkedIn use Node.js for its speed and scalability.
Why IRPR beats generic dev shops for Node.js projects
Most agencies overpromise and underdeliver. IRPR ships on time with fixed prices.
Generic dev shops often start coding without a clear roadmap, leading to scope creep and missed deadlines. They use junior developers and mark up hourly rates.
IRPR starts with a 2-week Roadmap phase where we define every API endpoint, database schema, and deployment plan. You get a fixed price quote before any code is written.
- Starts coding without specification
- Uses variable rates and hourly billing
- Assigns junior or offshore developers
- Delivers late or over budget
- No CI/CD or automated testing
- Code ownership unclear
- 2-week Roadmap phase with full specification
- Fixed price quote before development
- Senior developers with 10+ years experience
- 8-12 week delivery with 98% on-time rate
- CI/CD pipeline with Jest, Sentry, and Docker
- Full code ownership from day one
Our Node.js development process in 4 phases
From idea to production, we follow a repeatable 4-phase system.
Phase 1: Idea validation and architecture planning. We map out the product strategy, choose the right Node.js framework (Express, NestJS, or Fastify), and define the data model.
Phase 2: Roadmap creation. We write user stories, design the database schema, and create a detailed technical specification. You approve the plan before any code is written.
What you get with every Node.js project at IRPR
Every deliverable is concrete and ready for production.
Every project includes a fully functional Node.js backend deployed on AWS or your own server. You get the source code in your GitHub repo with a CI/CD pipeline already running.
We also ship a Postman collection or OpenAPI spec for your APIs, plus a monitoring dashboard on Sentry and New Relic. Your team inherits complete documentation and deployment scripts.
- Source code in your private GitHub repo
- CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions
- Automated tests with Jest and Cypress (90%+ coverage)
- API documentation via Swagger or Postman
- Docker containerization for easy deployment
- Sentry error tracking and New Relic performance monitoring
- Database schema and migration scripts
- Deployment playbook and runbook
- 30 days of post-launch support
- Full production deployment on AWS/GCP/Azure
What we ship in this practice.
Real-time collaboration tool for remote teams
Built a Node.js backend using Socket.io and Redis for real-time document editing. Reduced latency by 80% compared to the previous polling-based system. Tech: Next.js, Socket.io, Redis, AWS.
Payment processing API for fintech startup
Developed a PCI-DSS compliant Node.js API using Express and Stripe Connect. Handles 5,000 transactions per minute with 99.9% uptime. Tech: Node.js, Express, Stripe, PostgreSQL.
Telehealth backend with WebRTC
Created a scalable Node.js backend for video consultations using WebRTC and AWS Chime. Supports 500 concurrent calls and integrates with Epic EHR. Tech: Node.js, NestJS, WebRTC, AWS Chime.
Multi-vendor marketplace backend
Built a NestJS backend for a marketplace with 10,000+ vendors. Includes product catalog, order management, and automated payouts via Stripe. Tech: NestJS, MongoDB, RabbitMQ, Docker.
IoT data pipeline for manufacturing
Designed a Node.js data ingestion service using Fastify and Kafka to process 1 million sensor readings per minute. Reduced data processing costs by 40% compared to previous Python system. Tech: Fastify, Kafka, InfluxDB, AWS.
Serverless API for a mobile app
Built serverless Node.js functions on AWS Lambda for a mobile app backend. Handles 100,000 daily active users with auto-scaling and zero cold starts using provisioned concurrency. Tech: Node.js, AWS Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway.
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. 98% of our projects finish on budget.
Senior engineers only
Our team consists of engineers with 10+ years of experience. We don't outsource or use juniors. Each project has a lead architect with a CS degree and production Node.js expertise.
8-12 week MVP delivery
From Roadmap to production, your MVP ships in 8-12 weeks. We have delivered 200+ products on time or early. Average build time is 10 weeks.
Full code ownership
You own the code from day one. We commit to your GitHub repository from the start. There are no licensing fees or locked-in contracts.
Production-ready from day one
We ship with CI/CD, automated testing, error monitoring (Sentry), and performance monitoring (New Relic). Your app is production-ready at launch, not a prototype.
Compliance built in
We deliver HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, and FERPA compliant applications. Our security team reviews every project for OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities before release.
Idea → Roadmap → Product → Release.
Every engagement runs through the same four-stage pipeline. Predictable by design.
Questions clients ask first.
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