Custom Software Development for Startups Ready to Disrupt the Game

Got a groundbreaking idea? We’ve got the tools, talent, and mindset to turn it into an outstanding product or service! Custom software solutions are the core of unique innovation and vision based startups. Whether you’re shaping the future or redefining your industry, we’re here to co-create with you!

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Key achievements
16+
Years of Python/Django Expertise
$1B+
Raised by Clients in Funding
130+
Projects Delivered Across 10+ Verticals
100+
Python/Django Developers In-House
ISO
Certified for Quality & Security
our expertise

Custom software development services for startups

Our custom software development services for startups guide you from concept to deployment, ensuring a solution tailored to your unique needs.
Discovery & Strategy

Discovery & Strategy

We offer free workshops with top experts, creating a comprehensive project roadmap. As a software development company for startups, we’re all about getting what you’re aiming for.

What we recommend for startups:

  • Free workshop sessions with business analysts and startup mentors
  • Highlevel backlog creation via brainstorming sessions
  • Discovery stage (up to 3 weeks) includes:
    • Customer Journey Map
    • Architecture diagram
    • Wireframes & clickable prototype
    • User flow diagram
    • UX/UI concept
    • API integration documentation
    • Detailed project backlog, roadmap, and budget
Rapid Prototyping & MVP Development

Rapid Prototyping & MVP Development

Our startup development services ensure a quick, agile MVP, supporting user research, design, and architecture for scalable solutions.

  • Customer journey research, UX/UI, and interaction design
  • Prototyping, branding, and development
  • Full product architecture
  • Time, and budget estimation
  • DevOps support and CI/CD setup
  • MVP delivered within weeks, supported through investment rounds
Partner for Pitching

Partner for Pitching

Enhance your fundraising efforts with our expert support, where we’re not just an external team but a true part of your startup’s journey.

  • Fractional CTO
    Minimize share dilution and reduce costs with flexible CTO services.
  • Dedicated Team
    Build a team that VCs will trust and back.
  • Fast Prototyping
    Get investor-ready product concepts in days, ensuring you’re pitch-perfect for your funding rounds.
Full-Cycle Custom Development

Full-Cycle Custom Development

We provide secure, scalable backend and frontend solutions for long-term success, using our expertise as a leading custom software development for startups.

  • Frontend Development
    React JS for complex interfaces and fast solutions.
  • Backend Development
    Python/Django powerhouse since 2008.
  • Cloud and DevOps
    Full infrastructure support for optimized performance.
Build your solution from the ground up with us or get an expert advice
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We are an ISO-certified company, holding certifications in Security (ISO 27001:2013), Quality Management (ISO 9001:2015), Environmental Management (ISO 14001:2015).
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Continuous Support & Scalability

Continuous Support & Scalability

As your startup grows, we provide continuous support to ensure your software scales smoothly, performs efficiently, and maintains robust infrastructure.

  • Performance and infrastructure optimization
  • Ongoing monitoring, analytics, and reporting
  • Advisory and consultancy for future improvements
Tech Due Diligence

Tech Due Diligence

We provide thorough tech due diligence to ensure investor confidence and readiness for growth. Our services include:

  • QA and performance reviews
  • Software fine-tuning and architecture analysis
  • Cybersecurity checks and requirement validation
Advanced ML & AI

Advanced ML & AI

Leverage our Python expertise to incorporate AI and ML-powered features that enhance efficiency and drive innovation. Whether it’s object recognition, natural language generation, or AI-powered chatbots, our services help you outsmart competitors with next-level user experience and faster, smarter data processing.

What we can offer

  • Object recognition and classification
  • Optical character recognition
  • Natural language generation
  • Conversational AI development
  • Data science tasks automation
  • Data discovery
  • Data quality standardization
  • AI-powered chatbots
  • Voice assistants
our case studies

Learn how startup development services and our partnership-based approach helped create these stunning products!

Startups we empowered to grow into market leaders

Molo Finance
— acquired by Columbus Capital
The UK’s first digital mortgage lender aims to bring lending 100% online and introduce rapid application and decision-making with advanced automation.
Molo Finance
statistics
Project start:
2017
Time to MVP:
8 weeks
Investments raised:
£270.3M
Estimated revenue:
$8.4M
Video review from our Client
Diviac
— acquired by PADI Travel
The world’s #1 booking platform for scuba divers. The Swiss cloud-based travel platform for scuba divers that allow them to log and track their diving.
Diviac
statistics
Project start:
2012
Time to MVP:
12 weeks
Investments raised:
$1.4M
Illumidesk
A US-based edtech platform to empower instructors and large educational institutions to deliver content and teach data-driven subjects more efficiently.
Illumidesk
statistics
Project start:
2022
Time to MVP:
12+ weeks
Investments raised:
private company
Trusted and utilized
by Intel Corporation
Video review from our Client
Money Park
— acquired by Helvetia Insurance
The Switzerland-largest mortgage online broker that provides personalized advice, helps clients find the best deals, and introduces broad capabilities for B2B partners.
Money Park
statistics
Project start:
2012
Time to MVP:
12+ weeks
Annual mortgage volume:
$3.4B
Video review from our Client
Sindeo
— acquired by Renren
A US-based digital mortgage lender.
Sindeo
statistics
Project start:
2013
Time to MVP:
12+ weeks
Investments raised:
$6.5M

Contact us to learn how our software development services for startups can help you

process

Software development process for startups

The software development process for startups is highly adaptable and depends on the cooperation model that best suits each project’s unique needs. We collaborate closely with founders to understand their goals and recommend the most effective methodologies.

Several factors influence the process

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The startup’s stage: from quick prototype to MVP or scale-up.
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The number of decision-makers approving features.
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The time the founder can dedicate.
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Go-to-market strategy and investor pressure.

We specialize in models such as

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Agile

Ideal for flexibility and frequent iteration. 

Agile relies on short development cycles called sprints (typically 1-4 weeks), where features are developed incrementally. A product backlog is used to prioritize tasks, and at the end of each sprint, a review and planning session ensures constant feedback and refinement.

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Lean Startup

Focused on creating a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) to validate ideas with limited resources.

The process revolves around the build-measure-learn feedback loop, enabling startups to test hypotheses quickly and efficiently. Backlogs are generally smaller, focused on essential features for validation. Lean Startup method is perfect for minimizing waste, adapting to market needs, and iterating before investing heavily in product development.

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Kanban

Suited for continuous delivery with a focus on workflow efficiency.

A Kanban board tracks tasks, limiting the number of work items in progress to maintain optimal flow.  Kanban works well for startups that need ongoing feature development and prefer managing work on a task-by-task basis. It’s particularly useful for improving process efficiency and reducing bottlenecks.

Each model has its advantages and potential drawbacks depending on the startup’s stage and market needs. 

For example, Agile works best when constant feedback is necessary, while Lean Startup is ideal for experimenting with ideas before committing resources.

But in every case we start our software development cooperation with a FREE CONSULTATION!

Models

Cooperation models

While talking about software development for startups we offer flexible cooperation models to match your startup’s needs, ensuring you have the right team and budget alignment throughout your journey:
Outstaffing
Integrate external experts into your team while retaining control over project management.
Dedicated Team
A full, autonomous team committed solely to your project, delivering end-to-end solutions.
Team Extension
Scale your in-house team with our specialists, ensuring your project meets growing demands.
Team Augmentation
Quickly fill specific skills gaps with our experts, enhancing your team’s capabilities.
Outsourcing
Let us handle the entire development process, from ideation to deployment, while you focus on your business strategy.
Capped Budget
Control costs with a predefined budget and consult us to determine if additional features fit within the budget.
Time and Material
Flexible billing based on actual work hours and resources, providing the adaptability startups need.
Fixed Price
We don’t offer fixed pricing, as it limits innovation. We focus on delivering creative, cutting-edge solutions rather than cost-cutting.
technologies

Technologies we master

We use Django and Python along with the latest tech stack to deliver solutions that grow as your business does. Our tech stack includes:
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Why Choose Us?

Why Django Stars is your partner for innovation and excellence

Since 2008, we’ve gone beyond just delivering services of custom software development for startups and scale-ups — we consistently exceed expectations by driving innovation and providing scalable, high-performance solutions. Companies in Fintech, Healthcare, and more trust us to fuel their growth. 4.8/5 | 58 reviews
Experienced Developers

Top Python and Django experts with deep industry knowledge.

Custom Solutions

Tailored to your startup’s unique challenges and goals.

Advanced AI/ML Expertise

Boost efficiency, automate tasks, and deliver next-level user experiences.

Proven Track Record

Clients have secured over $1B in funding.

Flexible Cooperation Models

From dedicated teams to 100% outsourcing, we match your needs.

Continuous Support & Scalability

We ensure your software evolves as your startup grows.

Frequently asked questions

Startups benefit from custom software development since it offers solutions that are specifically designed to meet their goals and the demands of the market. Rapid prototyping and MVP development speed up product launches, sophisticated features like AI and ML improve user experience, and allow for scalability as the firm expands.