Build Production-Ready Software.Pay Weekly.
Senior engineers and designers. No long contracts. Start in 48 hours.
Custom software development, cloud infrastructure, workflow automation, and platform engineering — delivered by experienced teams from leading tech companies.
What We Do
Comprehensive Software &
Technical Services
From MVP to enterprise-scale, we deliver solutions that drive your business forward
Custom Software Development
Web, mobile, and API development tailored to your business needs
Cloud & DevOps Engineering
AWS/GCP infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and cost optimization
Platform Engineering
Observability, security, and developer tooling for scalable systems
Data Engineering & Analytics
Pipelines, warehouses, and business intelligence dashboards
Fintech Solutions
Compliance APIs, payment systems, and wallet infrastructure
AI & Automation
Custom AI solutions that automate workflows and drive efficiency
Technical Consulting
Fractional CTO, architecture review, and team augmentation
The Model
Flexible, Pay-As-You-Go Engineering
No long-term commitments. Pay weekly for the hours you use.
How It Works
- 01
Share Your Project
Tell us what you need built, improved, or deployed
- 02
We Create Stories
Break down work into tasks with hour estimates
- 03
You Approve & We Build
Review estimates, approve tasks, and we get to work
- 04
Track & Pay Weekly
See logged hours in real-time, pay weekly via invoice
Why This Works
No Long Contracts
Start or pause anytime — no 6-month commitments
Full Transparency
See exactly what you're paying for with hourly task logs
Predictable Costs
Review and approve estimates before work begins
Senior Engineers Only
9+ years production experience per engineer — no juniors
Billed weekly · No hidden fees · Cancel with 1 week notice
Light
10–20 hrs/week
- Bug fixes & maintenance
- Small feature additions
- Technical advisory
Steady
20–30 hrs/week
- Feature development
- API integrations
- Infrastructure setup
Full-Time
40 hrs/week
- Full-time equivalent
- Large feature builds
- Dedicated capacity
Industries
Industries We Serve
Specialized knowledge across the sectors that demand deep technical expertise
Why Us
Why Choose Hacklift
We bring the experience, context, and commitment that delivers real results
Senior Engineers & Designers
9+ years production experience each — building fintech platforms, distributed systems, and cloud infrastructure at scale
Compliance & Regulatory Depth
Deep expertise in fintech compliance, data protection regulations, and payment infrastructure — wherever you're building
Modern Tech Stack
Node.js, Python, React, AWS, Docker, Kubernetes — proven in production at scale
End-to-End Ownership
From requirements gathering to deployment and ongoing support—our team is with you for the journey
Remote-First, Global Reach
Based in Lagos, Nigeria, working with clients globally. Overlap hours available for UK, EU, and US time zones.
Developer-First Approach
Clean code, comprehensive documentation, and knowledge transfer so your team can maintain what we build
Engineering Background
Where Our Engineers Have Worked
Our founder and engineers built these systems as staff engineers at these companies — bringing that same depth to your project
Senior Software Engineer
Gozem · Multi-Country Fintech
Built multi-country wallet platform with compliance infrastructure across 3 West African markets
Lead Engineer
Ark Frontier · PropTech
Led engineering team building retail storage marketplace with automated CI/CD infrastructure
Software Engineer
PrimaryBid · UK Fintech
Developed cash ledger service for multi-entity accounting and reconciliation systems
Technology
Technical Expertise
Modern technologies we use to build scalable solutions
Languages
Frontend
Backend
Cloud & Infra
Databases
DevOps
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about working with Hacklift
How quickly can you start?
We can have engineers working on your project within 48 hours of finalising scope. After our initial consultation, we break down tasks into user stories with hour estimates, you approve, and we start immediately.
What if I need to pause or stop the project?
Simply give us 1 week's notice. No penalties, no drama. This flexibility is why startups and enterprises choose our time & materials model — you're never locked into a long contract.
More questions? See our full FAQ →
Let’s Build Together
Start Building in 48 Hours
Book a free 30-minute call. No sales pitch — just honest technical advice about your project and a clear scope within 48 hours.