BACKEND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

Build custom backend solutions with experts trusted by 1500+ companies.

Our backend developers build infrastructure that scales under pressure and stays reliable as your product grows. We've shipped complex production systems for companies like Pinterest and SiriusXM. Onboard senior backend engineers in 2 weeks.

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BACKEND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES

No matter what you're building, we can help.

Backend infrastructure determines how fast you ship features, how reliably systems scale, and how quickly teams adapt to changing requirements. Companies turn to our backend experts to deliver that infrastructure, from initial architecture through cloud deployment and production optimization.

  • Google Cloud Platform Partner
  • AWS Partner
  • ISO 27001 certified - Information Security Management System
Backend engineers collaborating on scalable infrastructure

Backend Architecture & Strategy

Most backend problems trace back to architecture decisions made under pressure or without full context. We work with engineering and product leaders to design modular, performant systems that support current needs while accommodating future scale.

Our architects assess constraints, map data flows, evaluate technology trade-offs, and deliver blueprints covering service boundaries, deployment patterns, and governance policies. So you get architecture that reduces technical debt and supports stable production operations.

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Backend case studies

Hundreds of backend development projects delivered.

We have the experience to build backend systems that handle scale, complexity, and business-critical operations. It's why 500+ clients choose us as their backend development company.

MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT

Migrated SiriusXM to AWS and Built Streaming Backend for 34 Million Subscribers

SiriusXM wanted to transition from a broadcast company to a provider of cloud-based streaming services. We provided backend engineers, front-end engineers, and QA specialists over an 11-year engagement to handle the complex migration using TIBCO BusinessWorks. The team designed and implemented a completely new architecture, migrated all applications to AWS, and automated deployment. Our work shortened release times from 8 hours to just 1 hour.

  • Java
  • Python
  • Amazon Web Services
  • TIBCO
  • Linux
MARKETING & ADVERTISING

Scaled NextRoll's Backend to Launch 100K Ad Auctions Per Second

NextRoll needed to hone its machine learning technology to launch approximately 100,000 ad auctions per second on autopilot. We provided backend engineers, data engineers, and Big Data specialists. Over 7 years, we augmented NextRoll's Data Science, BI, Applications, RTB, Infrastructure, Solutions Engineering, and Big Data teams. Our work helped NextRoll scale quickly to serve 50 billion ad impressions per day and increase new customers by 60%.

  • Python
  • Erlang
  • Go
  • Java
  • Spark
  • Hadoop
  • Amazon Web Services
MEDIA & ENTERTAINMENT

Migrated 3.65 Million Stories from AP's Legacy CMS to Modern .NET

Associated Press hosted news on a legacy Classic ASP platform. They needed to migrate 3.65 million stories and historic databases dating back to 1985 to a modern framework without disrupting news delivery. We provided .NET engineers and database specialists over a multi-year engagement. The team migrated content from nearly 20 news sections, transferred historic databases, and established infrastructure that handles 400,000 annual story uploads.

  • .NET
  • C#
  • SQL Server
  • Salesforce
ADVERTISING & MARKETING
5-Year Engagement233 Specialists

Pinterest needed to rebuild its Ads Manager backend to handle growth and deliver more value to advertising partners. The platform's architecture required significant changes to support scale and reduce operational complexity. Our backend, frontend, and data engineering teams integrated with Pinterest's in-house developers to hit their production deadline.

  • Rebuilt the Ads Manager architecture to handle scale
  • Reduced infrastructure complexity and costs across the ads platform
  • Scaled engineering team from 5 developers to 233 specialists
Pinterest

About EdgeConsulx

Why work with EdgeConsulx? We're trusted by the world's top tech teams.

EdgeConsulx is a US-based company powered by LATAM dev teams. Since 2009, we've built software for companies of all sizes—from scrappy startups to Fortune 500 giants. In fact, we're one of the fastest-growing software development companies in the world. If you're looking for onshore quality with nearshore benefits, we're the partner for you.

1250+

Projects Delivered

4000+

Developers On Staff

96%

Client Retention Rate

500+

Active Clients

Engineering teams collaborating across the Americas

How we work

Here's what makes us easy to work with and hard to replace:

From code quality to compliance, we've optimized every part of how we work to support high-performing engineering teams. For you, that means clearer communication and smoother delivery. Plus, get peace of mind from having a development partner you can depend on.

Vetted Senior Talent

We hire the top 1% of over two million applicants, so you only work with the best.

We give you engineers who've already proven they can deliver. Our rigorous evaluation process includes technical tests, English assessments, soft skill screening, problem-solving simulations, and more. Out of over 2 million applicants who apply yearly, fewer than 1% get the chance to join our team. This is how we ensure you get highly qualified developers who are experts in their fields.

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Flexible engagement models

Need backend development expertise?
Plug us in where you need us most.

We customize every engagement to fit your workflow, priorities, and delivery needs.

Kick off backend development projects in 2-4 weeks.

We have reps across the US.

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  1. Discuss solutions and decide team structure.

    Tell us more about your needs. We'll discuss the best-fit solutions and team structure based on your success metrics, timeline, budget, and required skill sets.

  2. Onboard your team and get to work.

    With project specifications finalized, we select your team. We're able to onboard developers and assemble dedicated teams in 2-4 weeks after signature.

  3. We track performance on an ongoing basis.

    We continually monitor our teams' work to make sure they're meeting your quantity and quality of work standards at all times.

BACKEND SOLUTIONS

Build with backend engineers who have experience in your industry.

We've delivered projects across 130+ industry sectors. You won't have to spend weeks getting us up to speed. Our engineers come in with a clear understanding of your industry's data complexity, compliance requirements, and unique needs.

Financial Services

Build backend systems that process transactions securely, manage risk calculations, and support regulatory compliance.

Financial Services

Build solutions for:

  • Core banking platform backends
  • Payment processing systems
  • Real-time fraud detection engines
  • Trading platform infrastructure
  • Risk analytics processing systems
  • KYC/AML workflow automation
  • Wealth management data platforms
  • Insurance claims processing backends
  • Credit scoring and underwriting systems
  • Regulatory reporting pipelines

AI Experts

Work with AI-augmented developers.

Every developer we provide uses modern AI coding tools to ship faster than ever while producing cleaner, more consistent code.

BACKEND DEVELOPMENT CAPABILITIES

We cover the backend stack (and everything around it).

As a top backend development company, we use a modern tech stack built for performance and scale, with a focus on proven tools. Our expertise spans 100+ technologies, so we're equipped to support your full roadmap: backend development and beyond.

We work within your existing language stack and recommend changes only when there's a clear business or engineering case. The goal is predictable performance, maintainable services, and an ecosystem your team can support long term.

PythonJavaNode.jsGoRubyPHPC#.NETScalaRustElixir

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BACKEND DEVELOPMENT PROCESS

How we deliver backend solutions that drive business value:

We've refined our backend development services across hundreds of projects. Whether you need end-to-end execution or support for an internal team, we step in wherever you need us to move projects forward without friction.

1

Requirements & Technical Discovery

We work with stakeholders to understand business objectives, system constraints, and integration requirements, translating them into architecture decisions aligned with your goals.

2

Architecture Design & Technology Selection

Our architects design scalable systems based on your data flows, performance requirements, and existing infrastructure, selecting technologies that balance maintainability and cost.

3

Database Schema Design & Optimization

We design normalized schemas, define relationships, establish indexing strategies, and plan for data growth. This ensures efficient queries, data integrity, and the ability to scale as your application evolves.

4

API Contract Definition

We define API specifications with request/response formats, authentication, and versioning before development begins. This establishes contracts between teams that prevent integration issues.

5

Development Environment & CI/CD Setup

We configure development, staging, and production environments with automated testing, code quality checks, and deployment pipelines. Developers can ship code confidently knowing every commit is validated.

6

Iterative Backend Development

Our engineers build server-side logic, implement business rules, and integrate with databases and third-party services using test-driven development. Code is peer-reviewed and deployed incrementally to reduce risk.

7

API Integration & Testing

We integrate backend services with frontend applications, mobile clients, and external systems. Comprehensive API testing validates functionality, performance, and error handling under realistic conditions.

8

Performance Testing & Optimization

We conduct load testing to identify bottlenecks, optimize database queries, implement caching strategies, and tune resource allocation. This ensures backend systems handle production traffic efficiently.

9

Security Hardening & Compliance Validation

We implement authentication frameworks, encrypt sensitive data, apply security patches, and conduct vulnerability assessments. Systems meet compliance requirements like HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and GDPR before launch.

10

Production Deployment & Monitoring

We deploy backend services using blue-green or canary strategies to minimize downtime. Real-time monitoring tracks performance metrics, error rates, and system health to catch issues immediately.

11

Ongoing Optimization & Maintenance

After launch, we monitor system performance, apply security updates, optimize resource usage, and refine architecture based on actual usage patterns to keep your backend efficient and cost-effective.

What tech leaders ask about our backend development services:

We typically staff backend teams within 2–4 weeks. Our 4,000+ engineer bench includes backend specialists with experience in Python, Java, Node.js, Go, cloud platforms, and more. This allows us to assemble the right backend development team quickly based on your technology stack and project requirements.

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