Looking for a custom software development company for small businesses? We analyzed numerous client reviews, service scopes, and success stories to compile a list of the best software developers for small business. Browse our directory and customize your search by location, budget, team size, pricing, and other criteria to find the perfect fit for your business.

Best Software Developers for Small Business

469 Companies - Rankings updated: April 02, 2026

We evaluate every agency on DesignRush according to expertise credentials and client satisfaction ratings. Some placements are sponsored.

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  • Fly High with Falcon

    Fly High with Falcon

    Ascend to success with Falcon Marketing! Let us help you build the perfect digital storefront- a website that looks amazing on any device. Our mission is to make your dreams of success soar into reality. We start by crafting an individualized plan tailored just for you so that every part of your project is  [... view Falcon Marketing profile ]
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Engineering the Future

    Engineering the Future

    We design, engineer, and deliver tailor-made technology solutions for startups, SMBs, and enterprises.  [... view Code Power profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • We Help Small Businesses Succeed Online

    We Help Small Businesses Succeed Online

    We are Portalone Team, a fully-independent digital agency. We cover all part of your company, empowering your brand with the greatest creative and technical talent, industry-leading client service, and quantifiable outcomes. Results that exceed your own expectations, the competitors, and the market. There  [... view PortalOne Team profile ]
    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The #1 Event for DevOps, DevsecOps, and MLOPS

    The #1 Event for DevOps, DevsecOps, and MLOPS

    Manage one product or one million, with JFrog's software development solutions. They help companies focus on their day-to-day assignments, while JFrog takes care of the IT challenges.  [... view JFrog profile ]
    Location
    Sunnyvale, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
  • Software Dev & Staffing Company

    Software Dev & Staffing Company

    We were established in 2003 as a software development (web/mobile) and staffing company, and have extensive experience in all phases of the development lifecycle, from design to development, software QA, and UI/UX.  [... view Creativa Studios profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Railsware - A software development agency

    Railsware - A software development agency

    We're a software development agency that builds products that scale. Our engineering-first culture and product-minded approach have powered success stories like Calendlythe scheduling platform that revolutionized meetings for millions.  [... view Railsware profile ]
    Location
    West Hollywood, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Lanex Corporation - Tailor-made solutions for your business needs

    Lanex Corporation - Tailor-made solutions for your business needs

    Here at Lanex Corporation, we are a full-cycle software development service provider specializing in bespoke digital solutions for startups and companies globally. We build scalable and secure products designed to impact your brand and provide the best digital experience for your users.  [... view Lanex Corporation profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $49/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • A company specializing in design and development

    A company specializing in design and development

    King Tide is a design and development firm based in Los Angeles, CA. Our team is focused on delivering innovative solutions for brands and consumers. We have a passion for branding, design, technology, and impacting customer experiences through real-world brand and product development.  [... view King Tide profile ]
    Location
    West Hollywood, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Tailored Software Development Solutions

    Tailored Software Development Solutions

    We offer the best software development services for companies of all sizes, including mobile app development, SaaS platforms, cloud-based services, and more.  [... view Kromeon profile ]
    Location
    Solana Beach, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Custom Software Solutions That Enhance Your Business

    Custom Software Solutions That Enhance Your Business

    At Solwey Consulting, we are a boutique agency that focuses on our customers' success by delivering excellent work. We understand that the solutions businesses need to function are often complex, which is why we work tirelessly to create simple, effective solutions that meet our clients' needs.  [... view Solwey Consulting profile ]
    Location
    Marina del Rey, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • High-Quality Software Solutions

    High-Quality Software Solutions

    CT Software Solutions offers custom development using quick, dependable, and technologically sound techniques.  [... view CT Software Solutions profile ]
    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Beautiful Products That Connect People

    Beautiful Products That Connect People

    Tesuji is a dynamic team of software design and development experts committed to bringing IT products to life, from augmented reality pet games to social platforms for live streaming. As a creative engineering and design agency, Tesuji prioritizes pragmatic construction, employing proven yet modern  [... view Tesuji profile ]
    Location
    Nevada City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Accelerance is Your Global Software Outsourcing Consultancy Partner.

    Accelerance is Your Global Software Outsourcing Consultancy Partner.

    Accelerance is a highly regarded global authority on software outsourcing. We cater to technology leaders who require exceptional software development resources and expert consulting services. With over 20 years of experience, we have curated the world's largest network of certified software development and  [... view Accelerance profile ]
    Location
    Redwood City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Leverage World-class Talent

    Leverage World-class Talent

    Toptal is a highly respected network of elite talent available when needed. Our team of problem-solvers is committed to integrity, and leading companies turn to us for critical projects. We equip organizations with the tools to compete and succeed in a rapidly-evolving business world, boasting exceptional  [... view Toptal profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    1000 & Up
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • We Build Innovative Multiplatform Flutter Apps for the Digital World

    We Build Innovative Multiplatform Flutter Apps for the Digital World

    We provide our clients with infinite scaling and very quick feature delivery times.  [... view Morning Stars Developers profile ]
    Location
    Inglewood, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up
  • Full Stack Development Support

    Full Stack Development Support

    Studio 12 is a full-stack development agency that can support your current team.  [... view Studio 12 profile ]
    Location
    Riverside, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design and Development Done Right!

    Design and Development Done Right!

    Povio is a company that is based in San Francisco and specializes in designing and developing digital products that make a positive impact. With over 1000 successful projects delivered and a team of over 200 skilled professionals, we have collaborated with multinational companies like VW, unicorns such as  [... view Povio profile ]
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Smyth Group - From Design to Deployment

    The Smyth Group - From Design to Deployment

    At The Smyth Group, we specialize in designing and developing web and mobile software for our corporate clients. Our team of talented designers and engineers build web, internal, iOS, and Android web apps that bring our clients' ideas to life.  [... view The Smyth Group profile ]
    Location
    Vista, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $25,000 - $50,000
  • Intelligent solutions for competitive advantage

    Intelligent solutions for competitive advantage

    We are seasoned business owners, product managers, project managers, and software engineers who are committed to assisting you in expanding your company.  [... view Serious Development profile ]
    Location
    Pasadena, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Instant, Paperless Compliance

    Instant, Paperless Compliance

    HeavyConnect provides AgTech, Digital Documentation, and IT solutions for the food supply chain to manage Food Safety, Worker Training, Time & Productivity Tracking, Quality Assurance, Traceability, Supplier & Grower Management, and more.  [... view HeavyConnect profile ]
    Location
    Salinas, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Grown Indoors. Backed by Science. Focused on Wellbeing.

    Grown Indoors. Backed by Science. Focused on Wellbeing.

    Sensei Ag, a top AgTech company, is a beacon of innovation and wellness in agriculture. Grounded in science and data, we aim to make nutritious meals accessible and affordable, setting new standards in food safety and quality. Our agile growing systems and Gigafarm model, powered by renewable energy and  [... view Sensei Ag profile ]
    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • Digital infrastructure for the animal protein value chain.

    Digital infrastructure for the animal protein value chain.

    FarmTrace offers industry-leading software and AgTech solutions that connect to farm systems unifying farm information, and enabling a more united food value chain. Together with their partners in food and agriculture, they're on a mission to create a more transparent, sustainable future.  [... view FarmTrace profile ]
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
  • Feeding our world and our future.

    Feeding our world and our future.

    FarmWise build innovative systems and processes with their AgTech and Data Solutions. It allows farmers to streamline farm operations and increase food production efficiency.  [... view FarmWise profile ]
    Location
    Salinas, California
    Number of Employees
    250 - 499
  • Engineering Innovative Ideas Into Amazing Products

    Engineering Innovative Ideas Into Amazing Products

    Motivo offersa product engineering, AgTech, IT, and Data solutions. They are focused on translating audacious visions into awe inspiring products for our clients in the Mobility, Energy, AgTech,and Aerospace sectors. They support a variety of clients, ranging from startups to Fortune 500 firms.  [... view Motivo profile ]
    Location
    East Compton, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
  • We Put the Exponential Power of Immersive Learning in Your Hands.

    We Put the Exponential Power of Immersive Learning in Your Hands.

    At Talespin, we are dedicated to creating immersive tech solutions that will shape the future of business. Our focus is on building a foundation for the age of experience by discovering, developing, and deploying new immersive mediums such as Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality.  [... view Talespin profile ]
    Location
    Culver City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $50,000 & Up

About The Author and Expert Reviewer

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Former Development Director

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