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Abto Software is a full-cycle custom software engineering company, launched in 2007.With hundreds of delivered projects, we have earned the status of a trusted long-term software development partner for over 200 customers from North America and the EU...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 45 Projects Listed
Dreamers Inc.
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Dreamers is a research, data science, and tech consultancy that specializes in building solutions for complex problems. We are based in sunny California, but we work remotely with clients from all over the world. We're engineer-owned and operated, meaning you'll get personal attention and quick answers...
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- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
20+ Years of experience in software projects for the most sophisticated industries, covering the entire lifecycle, from requirements to deployment and support. A pool of talented professionals next door with all the benefits of the nearshore model...
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- Software Development
- Software Testing
- IoT
- AI Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
KeySS Inc offers tailored services and solutions crafted to help your business distinguish itself in a competitive market landscape and attain its objectives effectively. With our expertise and personalized approach, we strive to empower your brand to make a lasting impact and achieve sustained success...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
JumpGrowth is a premier AI-led product engineering studio headquartered in Dallas, Texas. JumpGrowth specializes in building scalable, AI-powered software applications and products tailored for tech startups and enterprise innovation teams...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Software Development
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- Location
- Richardson, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
At Markovate, we specialize in transforming businesses through cutting-edge AI and digital solutions. Our commitment is to drive innovation and operational excellence in every project...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
ZAPTA Technologies is a global technology partner helping startups and SMEs build, scale, and modernize software products through digital and AI innovation. We deliver secure, performance-driven platforms designed to grow with the business...
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- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
MoogleLabs leverage AI/ML, Blockchain, DevOps,Low Code/No Code platforms, AI Testing and Data Science to come up with the best solutions for diverse businesses...
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- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Emeryville, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Build Me App builds, fixes, and scales digital products. 20+ products shipped. 5-star rated. MVP Design & Build, AI Integration, Project Rescue, Legacy Modernisation, and more. Projects from $20,000...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We are a Custom Software Development company that intends to impart cost-effective software development that matches your business needs and timeframe. Solvios Technology has the capabilities and expertise to deliver performance-centric solutions...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
TechnoScore is a 5-star rated, CMMI Level 3 digital engineering partner delivering AI-enabled web, mobile, cloud, and enterprise software. With 25+ years of experience, ISO-certified security, and a vetted team of 200+ developers, we have successfully completed 6,000+ projects globally...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $14/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
VND is a software and IT company in San Antonio, Texas, specializing in creating efficient tech solutions like web dashboards, mobile apps, and private clouds, and offering advanced services in managed IT, cybersecurity, data-center operations, cloud virtualization and AI implementations...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Zoolatech provides engineering excellencewhether you need team augmentation or complete product deliverytrusted by startups and Fortune 500s worldwide...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
Dino Code LA helps startups and businesses build custom software, SaaS platforms, web and mobile applications, AI solutions, and automation systems designed around real business needs...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Marina del Rey, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Devsu is dedicated to outsourcing development solutions and building exceptional digital products for our partners. We provide value in every feature we design and build, ensuring the success of our partners in an ever-changing environment. With a commitment to best-in-class technology, continuous...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Trusted by globally recognized leaders such as Kaltura, Panasonic, Consumer Fusion, Dalet, and Cascade PBS...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
- DevOps Consulting
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Simplifying product development. No fuss, just easy ways to grow. We take your idea and turn it into a fully functional SaaS MVP in 45 days. From design to market launch, we handle it all...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Intellectsoft promises to elevate your enterprise with advanced machine learning and cognitive computing solutions. Outstanding performance consistently emerges from our strength in intelligent automation and data-driven innovation. We craft tailored systems that seamlessly integrate and future-proof your...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Wearables
- Software Testing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Yellow Systems has a track record of assisting Y Combinator startups, Fortune 500 companies, and various clients. Get in touch with us to know more!...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Codebridge is a boutique implementation team for AI agents and custom software for mid-market companies in the US, UK, Australia, and Western Europe. We tie every engagement to a measurable outcome: resolution rate, cycle time, forecast accuracy, hours saved. Our founders come from KPMG, and we appl...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Maxiom Technology extends an extensive array of software development and consulting services, focusing on the creation of exceptional web, cloud, mobile, and enterprise applications. Our unwavering commitment to quality underscores our dedication to delivering outstanding solutions in every facet of our...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Ashburn, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Founder-led IT staff augmentation for small-mid companies. We solve problems you haven't fully scoped yet...
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- eCommerce Development
- Software Testing
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Appnector is a digital growth agency that provides technology and digital services to help businesses grow their online presence, increase revenue, engage customers, and automate business processes. Its services include digital marketing, sales automation, website development, and app development. The company...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Claymont, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 82 Projects Listed
SunTec.ai is a premium enterprise AI services and data annotation provider, offering AI training data, data labeling (text, image, video, audio, and 3D LiDAR data), and enterprise AI development services, backed by 25+ years' experience and 850+ experts...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- IT Services
- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Etelligens is an industry-leading custom software and Google app engine development company known for its reliable mobile and web development that delivers innovative solutions...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Torrance, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We specialize in AI-driven product development for regulated industries like healthcare, fintech, biotech, and cybersecurity. Our AI-first approach ensures precision, security, and compliance with standards like HIPAA and GDPR. With a global team, we deliver scalable, data-driven solutions that continuously...
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- UI/UX Design
- IoT
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Azilen Technologies is a prominent enterprise AI development company that takes pride in delivering exceptional AI, Data, and HRTech solutions to organizations seeking digital transformation...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- IoT
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Troy Web Consulting is a trusted guide for organizations, delivering high-quality, practical software solutionscustom web apps, mobile apps, and websiteson time and on budget. We specialize in solving business challenges through custom tailored software development...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Cohoes, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $155/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 27 Projects Listed
We were established in 1996 as a development agency with just a few software engineers and a big dream. Today, we are a team of more than 50 gate6ers who produce groundbreaking solutions that wow our clients...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Cerebral Studio stands as digital product design agency distinguished for its expertise in psychology-infused UX design tailored for e-Commerce, B2B platforms, and industries. Our track record showcases the generation of over $500M in value for a broad spectrum of startups and enterprises...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
No lengthy hiring process. No slow agency timelines. Just a dedicated designer, ready to begin tomorrow and quickly iterate toward exceptional UI/UX...
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- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Varritech is an AI-powered development agency that delivers high-quality digital products 5x faster than conventional timelines. With Varritech, you get rapid development, personalized customer service, and apps that grow with your business. Plus, our AI continuously learns, ensuring your app stays...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SISGAIN is the leading company that deploys the application with latest tools & techniques for better enhancement of business...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Dedev is a mobile and web app development company helping startups, SaaS businesses, and enterprises turn ideas into scalable digital products. Since 2022, our team has built modern, high-performance applications with a focus on usability, reliability, and long-term growth. From MVPs to complex platforms, we...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Tekne empowers your business by implementing advanced Artificial Intelligence, Data Engineering and Analysis, Visualization, and Automation solutions. Our expert services are designed to enhance efficiency, drive innovation, and deliver measurable results...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Big Data Analytics
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
BugRaptors is a trailblazer in QA software testing services. Armed with ISO 9001:2018 and ISO 27001 certifications, our team of 200+ ISTQB-certified testers utilizes cutting-edge test automation tech and advanced methodologies...
Top Services:
- Software Testing
- AI Development
- Location
- Emeryville, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Brightlab is an independent design & development studio that has one rule helping startups and big-scale enterprises build the most innovative online products in the market...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Software, IT, and HR Tech solutions for all of your needs. Vincit is an award-winning development and design company. We build tailor-made, results-driven e-commerce platforms, foodtech solutions, mobile apps, web services, and embedded systems. We excel in composable software, and coupling backend...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- AI Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Orange County, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
7EDGE is a custom software development company helping enterprises, brands, and startups develop a strategic roadmap in their digital journey. Our core strength lies in developing custom software and mobile applications using emerging technologies...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Accedia is a premier European IT services company, specializing in technology consulting and custom software development. Founded in 2012, the company has established itself as a trusted technology partner for clients across 20 countries on 5 continents...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Exadel is a leading global consulting and engineering company that delivers technology transformation to help customers become digital leaders in their industries...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
- Big Data Analytics
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Walnut Creek, California
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We specialize in AI-driven digital transformation. With more than 100 successful projects and six Fortune 500 clients demonstrating our technical expertise and cost-effective nearshore services...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- IoT
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Mystic Media is a full-service technology agency specializing in custom software, mobile app, web, and firmware development. Our experienced team works closely with startups, growing businesses, and enterprise organizations...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Sandy, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We are global web3.0 Software engineering company making success stories for more two decades with highly motivated and experience teams and a proven agile framework. we prioritize the commercial goal of our customer deliver the highest business value. we are a renowned blockchain app development company in...
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- Blockchain
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We are a digital product, chatbot solution, and software development company and your guide on the digital transformation journey. Right from materializing your ideas through rapid application development, to improving processes via RPA and AI, to streamlining your customer support via chatbots, we do it all...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Phenologix helps startups, SMBs, and enterprises build scalable software, automate operations, and accelerate digital transformation. With a skilled engineering team and over 14 years of experience, we deliver AI, automation, and custom software solutions that improve efficiency and reduce manual work. Our...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ahmedabad-based Hyperlink Infosystem is believed to be one of the popular providers of IT services. The professional company is closely structured in such a way to offer more acquirable results and solutions for use in a variety of businesses, encountering problems in the information and technology sector. We...
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- AI Development
- Blockchain
- VR/AR
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
With over 20 years of industry experience, Gecko Dynamics is a trusted partner for startups and enterprises. Our team delivers end-to-end solutions using Java, Angular, Flutter, and AWS. From ideation to post-launch support, we're dedicated to driving progress for our clients across industries...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
A full-service software development agency for startups. We build Software Products, Mobile Apps, IoT, and AI and ML products...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
At Lucid Reality Labs, we design and deploy enterprise XR and AI solutions focused on AI-powered simulation, immersive training, digital twins, and robotics-related systems for healthcare, life sciences, manufacturing, and enterprise organizations...
Top Services:
- VR/AR
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Wearables
- IT Services
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions About AI Development Companies in USA
What services does an AI development company in USA provide?
AI development companies in USA provide a wide range of services that replicate human cognition, including machine learning (ML), natural language processing (NLP), and robotics.
According to Pixion, the most common AI development services in USA include:
- Enterprise RAG (Retrieval-Augmented Generation) platforms make up 50% or more of all AI services provided. They include creating a secure, auditable “ChatGPT for your company data” built on the latest frontier models (GPT, Claude Sonnet, Gemini Pro, etc.) + best-in-class retrieval.
- AI agents and agentic workflows account for 25 to 30%. They involve developing autonomous agents that can reason, use tools, remember context, and execute complex business processes (powered by API calls, with zero fine-tuning).
- AI-driven workflow automation that replaces brittle, rule-based bots with reasoning-powered agents presents 10 to 15% of all AI services.
- Multimodal document intelligence and workflow tools (invoices, contracts, forms, etc.) constitute 10%.
Designli also reports that 44.4% of tech founders believe internal automation is the most beneficial AI feature for their product. This is followed by user personalization (22.2%) and AI-assisted productivity features (22.2%).
How much do AI development services cost in the USA?
Hiring an AI software development company in the USA for prototyping and minimal viable products (MVPs) can cost from $50,000 and go above $500,000 for custom enterprise models, as Pixion states.
| Complexity level | Typical services | Budget ranges | Typical timeline |
| Proof of concept / MVP | Rapid prototype, off-the-shelf models (e.g., OpenAI/Gemini API), simple prompt engineering, basic UI | $30,000 to $100,000 | 1 to 4 months |
| Low to medium complexity | Simplistic agentic workflows, RAG pipeline, integration with internal data sources, moderate UI/UX, basic security | $80,000 to $200,000 | 4 to 10 months |
| Medium to high complexity | Multimodal systems, fine-tuning or pre-training, agentic workflows, custom model optimization, on-premise/private deployment, compliance (GDPR, etc.) | $150,000+ | 10 to 12+ months |
| Enterprise / highly complex | Bespoke model development or heavy distillation, multi-agent systems, real-time inference at scale, advanced MLOps, deep integrations (ERP, CRM, proprietary data lakes), and ongoing training pipelines | $500,000+ | 1+ years |
When can clients expect ROI from an AI project?
Return on investment (ROI) depends on the type of AI development services provided:
- Support automation usually shows ROI within 2 to 4 months because it directly replaces workload.
- Sales AI shows ROI in 1 to 3 months because a single converted lead can justify the cost.
- Content automation depends on the SEO cycle, but usually returns value within 3 to 6 months.
- Recommendation systems pay off in 2 to 5 months, depending on traffic.
- Internal ChatGPTs are slower, usually 4 to 9 months, because their impact spreads across multiple departments.
What are the typical timelines for AI projects from initial planning to delivery across complexity levels?
AI systems don’t reach a final state, as they are not static assets. They keep learning, breaking, and improving as they absorb new data through regular usage.
Approximate timeframes are:
- Small projects, like focused chatbots or narrow content workflows, usually take 3 to 5 months from the first workshop to a stable version people can use at work.
- Mid-level projects, such as full-support automation or sales qualification, often take 6 to 9 months to feel properly integrated into daily operations.
- Large, cross-departmental systems such as recommendation engines or internal company-wide copilots usually require 9 to 18 months before AI becomes a part of the company’s operations.
How often do AI development companies in USA update or retrain deployed models?
Most production AI models are monitored and retrained from weekly to quarterly, while high-volume or fast-changing systems update even daily or in near real time.
- Fast-changing consumer apps and social platforms: Continuous or daily updates
- Finance and fraud detection: Weekly to monthly retraining
- Healthcare and other regulated use cases: Monthly to quarterly retraining
- Retail, pricing, and recommendations: Daily to weekly refreshes
- Large language models (like GPT or Gemini): Major versions every 1 to 2 years, with ongoing fine-tuning and safety updates.
What industries employ AI development companies in USA most?
Many sectors rely heavily on AI development services, and the following list shows the industries with the highest adoption. The percentages show how many organizations in the given sector use at least one AI capability.
- Media and telecom: 88%
- Insurance: 96%
- Technology: 95%
- Consumer goods and retail: 96%
- Healthcare: 95%
- Professional services: 92%
- Travel and logistics: 91%
- Energy and materials: 90%
- Financial institutions: 89%
- Advanced manufacturing: 86%
- Engineering and construction: 86%
- Pharma and medical products: 84%
- Manufacturing: 83%
What are the top AI companies in the USA in 2026?
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