Senior Backend Development ServicesBackend Development
We build production backend systems with senior engineers. 12-week MVPs from $80K.
IRPR provides senior backend development services for companies that need reliable, scalable server-side systems. We use Node.js, Python, Go, PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS to build APIs, microservices, and data pipelines.
Every project ships with a fixed price after a 2-week Roadmap phase. MVPs take 12 weeks on average, with budgets from $80K to $250K. We follow HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2 compliance as needed.
CTOs hire us to replace underperforming offshore teams. Startup founders hire us to build their first production backend. Product managers hire us to accelerate feature delivery. Engineering directors hire us to audit and refactor legacy systems.
Types of software we ship.
REST API development
Build stateless RESTful APIs with Express.js or FastAPI. Includes OpenAPI specs, rate limiting, and JWT auth.
GraphQL backend
Implement GraphQL APIs with Apollo Server or Hasura. Supports real-time subscriptions and efficient data fetching.
Microservices architecture
Design and deploy microservices with Docker and Kubernetes. Uses message queues like RabbitMQ or Kafka.
Real-time backend
Build WebSocket or SSE backends for live dashboards, chat, and notifications. Uses Socket.io or AWS AppSync.
Data pipeline backend
Create ETL pipelines with Airflow or dbt. Handles batch and streaming data from sources like S3 and Kafka.
Serverless backend
Develop serverless functions on AWS Lambda or Cloudflare Workers. Integrates with DynamoDB and API Gateway.
Backend for mobile apps
Build backend APIs for iOS and Android apps. Includes push notifications, file uploads, and offline sync.
Legacy backend migration
Migrate monolithic backends to modern architectures. Rewrites in Node.js, Python, or Go with zero downtime.
We build for every business type.
fintech
healthcare
ecommerce
SaaS
media and content
What senior backend development services include
Every backend project includes architecture design, API development, database setup, and deployment infrastructure.
Our senior backend engineers start with a 2-week Roadmap phase. We map out your data model, API endpoints, and cloud infrastructure. You get a fixed price and timeline before any code is written. This approach has shipped over 200 products across 50 countries.
We build with production-grade tools: Node.js, Python, Go, PostgreSQL, Redis, and AWS. Every project includes CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and monitoring with Sentry and Datadog. Our backends handle millions of requests per day for fintech and healthcare clients.
Generic dev shop vs IRPR senior backend development services
Most dev shops assign junior developers and bill hourly. IRPR assigns senior engineers and delivers on a fixed price.
Generic dev shops often use junior talent to keep costs low. They bill by the hour, change scope without notice, and deliver code that needs rework. You pay for their learning curve.
IRPR only hires senior engineers with 8+ years of experience. We give you a fixed price after the Roadmap phase. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices, no scope creep. Every project includes source code in your repo, CI/CD pipeline, and monitoring.
- Assigns junior developers with 2-3 years experience
- Bills hourly with no fixed budget
- Changes scope without change order
- Delivers code without tests or CI/CD
- No monitoring or error tracking
- Takes 20+ weeks for an MVP
- Assigns senior engineers with 8+ years experience
- Fixed price after 2-week Roadmap phase
- Scope locked in Roadmap, no surprises
- Delivers code with automated tests and CI/CD
- Sentry and Datadog monitoring included
- 12-week average MVP timeline
Our process for senior backend development services
We follow a 4-phase process to deliver production backends on time and on budget.
Each phase has clear deliverables and a fixed timeline. The process starts with a 2-week Roadmap where we define the data model, API design, and cloud architecture. You approve the plan before we write a single line of code.
After the Roadmap, we build the backend in 8-10 weeks. We deploy to staging, run load tests, and fix edge cases. The final phase includes production deployment, monitoring setup, and knowledge transfer to your team.
What ships with every senior backend development project
Every project includes the full source code, documentation, and production infrastructure.
You own everything we build. Source code goes into your GitHub or GitLab repo from day one. We set up CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and error tracking as part of the project, not as an add-on.
Our backends are built for production from the start. We include rate limiting, authentication, logging, and health checks. You get a system that can scale from day one.
- Source code in your GitHub or GitLab repo
- CI/CD pipeline with GitHub Actions or GitLab CI
- Sentry error tracking and Datadog monitoring
- Automated tests (unit, integration, and load)
- API documentation with Swagger or Postman
- Docker containers and Kubernetes manifests
- Terraform or Pulumi infrastructure as code
- PostgreSQL or Redis database setup
- Rate limiting and JWT authentication
- 30 days of post-launch support
What we ship in this practice.
Payment processing backend for fintech startup
Built a microservices backend for a payment gateway handling 50,000 transactions per day. Used Node.js, PostgreSQL, and Redis. Reduced transaction latency by 40%. Industry: fintech.
HIPAA-compliant backend for telemedicine platform
Developed a backend for video consultations and patient records. Used Python FastAPI, PostgreSQL, and AWS. Achieved HIPAA compliance and reduced data entry time by 8 hours per week. Industry: healthcare.
Inventory management backend for ecommerce brand
Built a real-time inventory sync backend connecting Shopify, Amazon, and warehouse systems. Used Go, Kafka, and PostgreSQL. Cut stock discrepancies by 95%. Industry: ecommerce.
Multi-tenant API backend for SaaS platform
Designed a multi-tenant backend with usage metering and subscription billing. Used Node.js, PostgreSQL, and Stripe. Scaled to 10,000 tenants in 6 months. Industry: SaaS.
Real-time notification backend for social media app
Built a WebSocket backend for push notifications and live feeds. Used Go, Redis, and AWS AppSync. Handled 1 million concurrent connections. Industry: media.
Data pipeline backend for logistics company
Created an ETL pipeline processing 10 million shipment events daily. Used Python, Airflow, and Snowflake. Reduced data processing time from 4 hours to 15 minutes. Industry: logistics.
Why teams hire us.
Senior engineers only, no juniors
Every engineer on your project has 8+ years of backend experience. We do not staff juniors. You get a senior engineer who can design and build your entire backend without hand-holding.
Fixed price, not hourly
After the 2-week Roadmap phase, you get a fixed price for the entire project. No hourly billing, no surprise invoices. If scope changes, we agree on a change order before work begins.
12-week MVP delivery
Most MVPs ship in 12 weeks. We build in 2-week sprints with demoable progress every sprint. You see the backend working in staging before we deploy to production.
Production-grade from day one
We include CI/CD, monitoring, error tracking, and automated tests in every project. Your backend is production-ready from the first deployment. No tech debt to clean up later.
Full ownership of code and infrastructure
Source code is in your repo from day one. You own everything. We use Terraform for infrastructure as code, so you can deploy to any cloud provider. No lock-in.
Compliance built in
We build backends that comply with HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and SOC 2. Our engineers know how to handle PHI, PII, and payment data. We audit security before every production deployment.
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.