Finding the right developer means knowing what to look for before the first conversation. Here, you'll find vetted software developers in New York with portfolios, reviews, and rates to compare, so you can move forward with confidence.
Best Software Developers in New York
6 Companies-Rankings updated: September 05, 2026
DesignRush evaluates each agency using expert assessment and client feedback to inform your choices. Some featured agencies have paid placements.
AllianceTek is a global software development and IT consulting company delivering AI, cloud, web, and mobile solutions with 20+ years of expertise...
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Software Development
Mobile App Development
Web Development
AI Development
IoT
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
59 Projects Listed
AllianceTek Inc. Services
Software Development
Mobile App Development
Web Development
AI Development
IoT
CRM Consulting
eCommerce Development
IT Services
Staff Augmentation
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Genpact
Zydus USA
NFL
Johnson-Johnson
Innosight
Vacation Innovations
CTDI
Money360
Yeshiva University
QNB
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AllianceTek Inc. Reviews & Testimonials
Kristine Wilson
Owner at KOMYOON Inc.
5.0★
Cross-Platform Review from Kristine Wilson
I've been working with AllianceTek for over five years, and they have been an invaluable technology partner. They seamlessly took over a complex project from previous vendors and have since played a crucial role in managing both our app and website.
Their team is highly knowledgeable, resourceful, and adaptable, with expertise across various platforms. No matter the challenge, they approach each project with patience, professionalism, and a problem-solving mindset. Their ability to listen, provide clear solutions, and ensure smooth execution has made them a trusted extension of our team.
Beyond their technical capabilities, what truly sets AllianceTek apart is their commitment to client success. They are responsive, proactive, and consistently go above and beyond to deliver results. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking a reliable, skilled, and collaborative development partner.
Kevin Labianco
Founder at Plantrip
5.0★
Mobile App Development Review from Kevin Labianco
We recently worked with AllianceTek regarding an app update, and they were professional, timely, and responsive as usual. Would recommend again!
Ravin Vasani
Review from Google
5.0★
Ravin Vasani's Review Sourced from Google
It's been great working in AllianceTek. User friendly working environment, I have learned so many things in this company. Management is very supportive.
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Award-Winning AI-Driven Digital Product & Software Engineering Company
Apptunix is a global product engineering company founded in 2013, delivering AI-powered, enterprise-grade software for innovation and scale. With offices in the USA, UK, UAE, and India, we serve enterprises, governments, and startups in over 50+ countries...
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Blockchain
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Software Development
AI Development
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
250 - 499
Average Hourly Rate
$25/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
23 Projects Listed
Apptunix Services
Blockchain
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Software Development
AI Development
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Mobile App Development
Staff Augmentation
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Isuzu
UAE Majra
Al Tayer
Namshi
Majid Al Futtaim
Expo City Dubai
Kellerwilliams
Banc reach
Celloux
Dinein
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Apptunix Reviews & Testimonials
Numaan Shaikh
CRM Product Owner at Trafalgar Luxury Group
4.8★
Mobile App Development Review from Numaan Shaikh
I had an excellent experience working with Apptunix. Their team was professional, responsive, and delivered a high-quality app that met all our requirements. They were great at understanding our vision and transforming it into a user-friendly, functional product. Communication was seamless throughout the process, and they provided valuable insights that improved the overall design. Highly recommend them for anyone looking to develop an innovative and reliable mobile app!
Tim Nguyen
CEO at PayX
1.0★
Mobile App Development Review from Tim Nguyen
Warning: Avoid Apptunix (apptunix.com)
If you're considering hiring offshore developers, especially from India, I want to share a warning about Apptunix (apptunix.com) and its CEO. My company worked with them on a development project, investing close to $40K, only to have them hold our code hostage and demand more money before releasing it.
We entered into the project with clear expectations and milestones, but as we progressed, Apptunix consistently delayed, under-delivered, and eventually refused to hand over the work we had already paid for unless we agreed to pay more. This kind of behavior is nothing short of extortion. It seems like their CEO and leadership are more interested in squeezing money out of clients than delivering quality work.
Beyond the financial frustration, the skill level and talent from this team were not up to par. The development work was substandard, full of bugs, and lacked the quality we expected for the investment we made. I strongly urge anyone considering offshore development to do your due diligence or, better yet, reconsider offshore development altogether, as the experience in some regions, particularly India, seems to be in decline.
Will Thomas
Head of Product Design at Birdie
5.0★
Mobile App Development Review from Will Thomas
We were creating a software in the health care environment. It was a software for publishers to improve their revenue by making a dynamic inventory on their side and getting more income out of their advertising. We needed help with the recruitment of an outsourced, part-time frontend developer with broad experience and availability.
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Vention builds custom software across fintech, healthtech, and eCommerce, for clients like ClassPass, Mount Sinai, and Slice. Its ISO 27001-certified team serves 30+ industries and over 500 clients. With 20+ years of experience, the software development firm is best for businesses needing scalable...
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Software Development
Staff Augmentation
Mobile App Development
Software Testing
Web Development
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
1000 & Up
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
15 Projects Listed
Vention Services
Software Development
Staff Augmentation
Mobile App Development
Software Testing
Web Development
Blockchain
AI Development
Cloud Consulting
CRM Consulting
Cybersecurity
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IBM
PayPal
Cuvva
Costa Coffee
Memrise
Urban
Tailored Dog Food Delivery
RealVNC
Label on a Cable
ClassPass
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Vention Reviews & Testimonials
Lee Tupper
CTO at Remotiv (formerly Financial Soundings)
3.8★
Mobile App Development Review from Lee Tupper
Vention has delivered excellent design prototypes and accurate time estimates. The app is still in beta mode, and the partnership with [...] Vention will [continue] until the release of the next version. Vention is a reliable team that offers quality service. (Verified via email)
Jon Wade
CTO & Founder at Union54
5.0★
Staff Augmentation Review from Jon Wade
Vention’s efforts allowed the successful development of the product, resulting in new customers. They provided backend developers, business analysts, UI designers, and QA testers to develop our solution. Vention cultivated a seamless partnership through constant updates and a collaborative approach. Overall, their team’s well-rounded expertise was impressive.
AJ Canty
CTO and Co-Founder at Primer
5.0★
Web Development Review from AJ Canty
We’ve been working with Vention for quite some time and consider them an extension of our team, rather than an offshore vendor. We needed solid mobile developers to work with our in-house engineers to build our Primer SDKs on both mobile platforms. This was not a trivial thing as it required a lot of cross-functional communication, but the Vention team was up to the challenge. They quickly adopted the best practices we follow at Primer and proved to be effective and proactive.
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Your E-Commerce, Our Expertise: Magento & Shopify Solutions
Your Shopify & Magento Development Experts. Site speed, conversion rate optimization, platform evaluations, platform migrations, theme development, ERP integration development, custom application development, headless development and more!...
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eCommerce Development
Web Development
Software Development
CRO
Web Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$135/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
10 Projects Listed
Bighorn Web Solutions LLC Services
eCommerce Development
Web Development
Software Development
CRO
Web Design
IT Services
UI/UX Design
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INTEGRATED MEDICAL SYSTEMS, INC. (IMS)
PSP PHARMA
SWOON
BRUMATE
LEVIN FURNITURE & MATTRESS
REP FITNESS
SELDENS
DONOVAN MARINE
JOHN V SCHULTZ FURNITURE
RACE DAY QUADS
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Bighorn Web Solutions LLC Reviews & Testimonials
Jessica Grant
Ecommerce Director at Sports Basement
5.0★
Shopify Plus eCommerce Review from Jessica Grant
Bighorn has been an exceptional partner to our organization here at Sports Basement. They supported us through multiple legal and regulatory accessibility matters with a steady, knowledgeable approach, translating complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance. Throughout these engagements, their team demonstrated a strong understanding of both the legal landscape and the practical realities of building and maintaining accessible digital experiences, which gave us confidence at every step.
What truly distinguishes them is that their work goes well beyond compliance. In addition to helping us identify and prioritize accessibility issues, they invested time in educating our teams on how to design and develop accessibility into our site from the start. Their recommendations are thoughtful, pragmatic, and focused on real user impact, enabling us to move from a reactive posture to a more proactive, sustainable accessibility practice.
Most importantly, they operate as true partners rather than transactional consultants. Their work is clearly driven by a genuine commitment to making the web usable by all, not simply meeting minimum standards or checking a box. We would strongly recommend them to any organization looking for a strategic accessibility partner who combines expertise, integrity, and a long-term perspective.
Mahesh Reddy
Sr. Exec at Ingest Labs
5.0★
Shopify Review from Mahesh Reddy
BigHorn Solutions entire team is professional and easy to work with. You can easily trust them as your great partner all your you E-commerce technology needs. They are experts in Shopify and Magento solutions.
My team relies on their tech expertise. We have released multiple apps on Magento and Shopify in the last 1 year.
We'll continue to do so in future.
Thank Calen, Chris and all the developers!!
Mahesh R.
Tiffany Asamoah
Sales Operations Manager at Martal Group
5.0★
Software Development Review from Tiffany Asamoah
As a lead generation agency, we required custom software development to streamline our operations and enhance our capabilities. Bighorn Web Solutions far exceeded our highest expectations. Their team's hands-on, white-glove approach was evident from the start, and their level of competency truly set them apart. Working with a global team, they delivered tailored solutions that perfectly aligned with our business needs. Their responsiveness and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and efficient. Thanks to their expertise, weve gained not only a top-tier software solution but also a valuable long-term partner. We couldn't be more satisfied with the outcome and highly recommend Bighorn Web Solutions for their superior service and dedication.
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For two decades, our innovative digital products development agency has taken on a wide range of challenging IT services. We are masters at crafting custom software solutions and stunning web designs - anything from simple logo design to complex large-scale development projects! Let us help make your digital...
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Web Design
eCommerce Development
Web Development
Software Development
Mobile App Development
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$149/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
mejix Services
Web Design
eCommerce Development
Web Development
Software Development
Mobile App Development
Digital Marketing
Product Design
IoT
AI Development
Business Consulting
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IT Industry
Small Business Industry
Commercial Industry
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mejix Reviews & Testimonials
Yosi Arish
Review from Google
5.0★
Yosi Arish's Review Sourced from Google
We used Mejix for few projects in the past for e-commerce sites and mobile application integration with our ERP. The service and communication are great , fast and effective + project delivery were all on time and properly tested before implantation.
Guy Volo
Review from Google
5.0★
Guy Volo's Review Sourced from Google
I have used Mejix for several projects in recent years. From simple content websites to complex
e-commerce sites. I am incredibly happy with the way their work always comes out. They have always been a pleasure to deal with. On my recent project I worked with Dan and he was just great! I highly recommend using them from the very beginning as they have a vast and diverse expertise.
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Branxify is a digital marketing agency specializing in performance marketing, SEO, web development, PPC, social media, and real estate to drive growth and maximize online success...
Top Services:
Logo Design
Design Services
eCommerce Development
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
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Location
New York City, New York
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$500/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Branxify Services
Logo Design
Design Services
eCommerce Development
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Graphic Design
SEO
PPC
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Software Development Companies in New York
How do I know if I need a software development agency or an in-house hire?
The decision comes down to what you are building and how long you need to build it.
An in-house hire makes sense when software is a core, ongoing function of the business and will likely require continuous iteration and deeper institutional knowledge. An external hire, on the other hand, makes sense when the timeline is fixed or the technical requirements exceed what a single hire could cover.
Do you need something shipped within a specific window?
Do you need multiple specializations at once?
Are you not sure yet about the product direction to justify a permanent headcount commitment?
How much do software development companies in New York charge for their services?
Software development companies in New York typically charge $100 or more per hour, though rates as low as $40 per hour exist depending on the agency's size and specialization. North American agencies more broadly average $70 to $200+ per hour, with New York firms at the higher end of that range, given local market costs.
Here are some factors that drive price variation:
Seniority mix. An agency billing you lower hourly rates is likely staffing your project with junior or mid-level developers, whereas an agency charging higher fees typically means senior engineers will be hands-on.
Engagement model. Fixed-price contracts carry a built-in risk premium: agencies charge more upfront to protect against scope shifts. Time-and-materials contracts are priced lower per hour but require active management on your end to prevent overruns.
Specialization. A software development company in New York that works primarily in fintech, healthcare, or regulated industries will price above a generalist shop.
Project size. Agencies price smaller engagements higher per hour. A $30,000 project will cost more per hour than a $300,000 one from the same firm.
What hidden costs don't show up in the initial quote?
The quoted number and the final invoice rarely match. Notably, research shows that around 70% of software projects exceed their initial budget, with an average overrun of 27%. The gap usually compounds from several smaller add-ons that were not defined at the start.
The most common “hidden costs” include:
Scope change fees. Any feature or requirement that was not in the original spec gets billed as a change of order, typically at a higher hourly rate than the base engagement.
QA and testing. Some software developers in New York include testing in the base scope. Many do not. User acceptance testing, load testing, and security testing are frequently itemized separately.
Infrastructure and environment setup. Cloud configuration, third-party API integrations, and staging environments often appear as separate line items after the contract is signed.
Post-launch support. Bug fixes, performance monitoring, and small adjustments after go-live are almost always billed separately unless written into the contract upfront.
The simplest protection from such overruns is to ask for a written breakdown of every category of work that triggers an additional charge before signing anything.
Is a larger software development company in New York safer than a smaller one?
Not by default, and for most buyers, the assumption works against them.
Larger software development companies in New York bring staffing depth, structured processes, and institutional accountability. For enterprise-level builds with complex compliance requirements, multi-region infrastructure, or large concurrent engineering teams, that scale is genuinely necessary.
For most projects, the dynamic tends to invert: your account gets assigned to mid-level engineers, senior oversight is limited, and the relationship becomes transactional once the contract is signed. The senior developer who impressed you in the sales call may not be the one writing your code.
The more useful question is who will lead your project day-to-day. Ask for the name, seniority level, and relevant experience of the lead engineer and project manager assigned to your account before signing.
When does it make sense to switch software development companies mid-project?
Here are some situations that justify switching firms mid-project:
Consistent missed sprint deliverables with no clear explanation
Engineers who cannot answer questions about their own architectural decisions
Billing disputes the agency will not itemize or resolve
A point of contact who relays information but cannot make decisions
Code that an independent review has flagged as creating long-term technical debt
If you decide to switch, you will need: full codebase access and documentation, all environment credentials and infrastructure configurations, a list of open bugs and known issues, and any third-party API keys or service accounts tied to the project. Do not assume these will be handed over without being asked for explicitly; make them a condition of the offboarding.
The best window to switch is between major milestones, after a working build has been delivered and before the next phase begins. Switching mid-sprint, or worse, mid-launch, multiplies handoff risk significantly.