Services & Pricing
Transparent pricing. No hidden fees. Every engagement starts with a conversation, not a contract.
Discovery Sprint
2 weeks
Validate your idea before committing to a full build. I dive deep into your concept, define the architecture, and deliver a clear roadmap.
What's Included
- Technical architecture document
- Database schema & API design
- Clickable prototype or wireframes
- 90-day development roadmap
- Stack recommendations with rationale
- Risk assessment & feasibility analysis
Best for: Pre-seed founders who need to validate feasibility or have a board presentation coming up.
MVP Build
8 – 12 weeks
A complete, production-deployed product built by a senior engineer. Not a prototype — a real product your users can touch and your investors can demo.
What's Included
- Full-stack application (frontend + backend + database)
- Production deployment on AWS with CI/CD
- Authentication, payments, or other integrations
- AI/ML features if applicable
- Biweekly demos throughout development
- Comprehensive documentation & handoff
- 30 days post-launch support included
Best for: Seed-stage startups with funding who need to ship a product before their next milestone.
Growth Retainer
Ongoing
Dedicated senior engineering capacity, month to month. I embed with your team to iterate on your product, scale infrastructure, and ship features every sprint.
What's Included
- Dedicated senior engineer (David) ~40 hrs/week
- Weekly strategy calls with Ray
- Sprint planning & backlog management
- Architecture reviews & technical guidance
- Infrastructure scaling & optimization
- Hiring support as your team grows
Best for: Post-seed startups iterating on product-market fit or scaling what's already working.
How I work
Intro Call
30-minute conversation. I learn about your product, timeline, and goals. No sales pitch — just an honest assessment of fit.
Scoping
I review your technical requirements and deliver a clear proposal with timeline, cost, and deliverables within 48 hours.
Kickoff
I start building. Biweekly demos from day one. You always know exactly where the project stands.
Ship & Support
Product launches to production. I provide 30 days of post-launch support and a clean handoff to your team.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you start immediately?
Typically within 1-2 weeks. I take on a focused number of projects at a time to maintain quality, so availability depends on current capacity.
What if the project scope changes?
It always does. I build in flexibility with biweekly check-ins. Scope changes within reason are expected — major pivots trigger a quick re-scoping conversation.
Do you work with existing codebases?
Yes. I can join an existing project, audit the architecture, and start contributing within the first week.
What happens after the MVP ships?
You own everything — code, infrastructure, documentation. I can transition to a Growth Retainer for ongoing development, or do a clean handoff to your team.
How do payments work?
Discovery Sprints are paid upfront. MVP Builds are 40% upfront, 30% at midpoint, 30% at delivery. Retainers are billed monthly.
Can I start with a Discovery Sprint before committing to an MVP?
Absolutely — that's exactly what it's designed for. Many clients use the Discovery Sprint to validate feasibility and then move to a full build.
What kinds of clients do you work with?
I work with founders, small business owners, established companies, and non-technical operators. The budget matters more than the business type. If you have a clear idea and the resources to invest in a proper build, Iwe'd love to talkapos;d love to talk. The Discovery Sprint is a low-risk way to start.
Let's figure out the right fit
Every project starts with a 30-minute conversation. No commitment, no sales pressure — just an honest assessment.
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