Austin, Texas — US & Canada
Results-driven
solutions
We build custom software for US and Canada companies that need more than off-the-shelf tools. Senior engineers only. Production-grade code. Real results — not decks and promises.
$100M+
in transactions processed
180K+
active users
100%
serverless
What we do
Engineers who build, not consultants who advise.
We write the code. We own the architecture. We deploy to production. Our team has processed over $100M in transactions on platforms we built from scratch.
$100M+
in transactions processed on platforms we built
180K+
active users across systems we operate today
100%
serverless AWS — zero ops overhead for your team
Services
Three things we're exceptional at
Custom Software Development
Full-stack platforms built with Next.js, React, and TypeScript. Multi-tenant SaaS, payment systems, internal tools. CI/CD from day one.
Cloud Architecture (AWS)
Design, migration, and optimization. Serverless-first using Lambda, DynamoDB, and S3. We cut infrastructure costs by up to 90%.
AI-Powered Applications
Natural language interfaces, automated document workflows, intelligent data processing. Production AI that actually works.
Featured work
Our work speaks louder than our pitch.
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How we're different
Not your typical software shop.
| Criteria | Typical Agency | Cartwheel Galaxy |
|---|---|---|
| Team composition | Mix of junior and senior | Senior engineers only. No juniors learning on your project. |
| Communication | Account manager layer | Direct access to the engineers building your product. No account managers in between. |
| Tech ownership | Handoff and disappear | You own 100% of the code and IP from day one. Full repo access throughout. |
| Pricing model | Hourly, unpredictable | Fixed-scope or time-and-materials. Transparent. No hidden fees. |
| Architecture | Template-driven | Serverless-first on AWS. Built to scale without infrastructure headaches. |
| AI capabilities | Bolted on post-build | Claude AI, LLM integration, and automation built into your product — not bolted on. |
Is this you?
Honest about fit.
Good fit
- You need a custom platform — not a WordPress site or off-the-shelf tool
- Your budget is $50K+ and you value quality over speed-to-cheapest
- You want to own 100% of the code and IP from day one
- You need ongoing partnership, not a one-time deliverable
Not a fit
- You need a simple landing page or marketing site
- You're looking for the lowest-cost development option
- You want to hire individual contractors, not a team
- Your timeline is 'yesterday' with no room for architecture
Our stack
How we work
Our Process
Five clear phases, zero ambiguity. You know what we're doing and when from day one to launch.
Discovery
01We understand your business, users, and constraints before writing a line of code. Typically 1-2 weeks.
Architecture
02We design for scale, security, and maintainability. You review and approve before we build.
Build
03Iterative development with weekly demos. You see progress every week, not just at the end.
Launch
04Production deployment with monitoring, alerting, and runbooks. We don't throw code over the wall.
Evolve
05Ongoing partnership. Bug fixes, new features, architecture improvements. We stay as long as you need us.
Verticals
Industries We Serve
Deep experience across industries that require the most demanding software — where reliability, security, and scale are non-negotiable.
Financial Services & Fintech
Payment platforms, transaction processing, compliance workflows, and financial dashboards built for reliability.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
HIPAA-aware architectures, patient data workflows, clinical tools, and secure data platforms.
SaaS & Enterprise Software
Multi-tenant platforms, subscription billing, role-based access control, and B2B SaaS infrastructure.
E-Commerce & Marketplaces
High-traffic storefronts, marketplace platforms, inventory management, and optimized checkout flows.
Government Contractors
Federal software for US government contractors. Secure, compliant, and built to public sector standards.
Deep Tech & AI
AI-native products, data pipelines, ML integrations, and intelligent automation for technology companies.
FAQ
Common questions.
Where is your team based?
Austin, TX. Engineering teams across North America. Same timezone, same working hours.
What's your typical project size?
$50K for focused MVPs to $500K+ for enterprise platforms. We scope honestly — if it's too small or too big, we'll tell you.
How is Cartwheel Galaxy different from hiring in-house?
You get a full senior team immediately — no recruiting, no ramp-up, no management overhead. We ship from week one.
Do you work with startups?
Yes. We've helped early-stage companies build their first product and funded companies scale existing platforms.
How do you handle IP and code ownership?
You own everything. 100% of the code, designs, and IP from day one. It's in our contract.
Ready to build something that actually ships?
Tell us what you're building. We'll tell you honestly if we're the right team — no sales pitch, just a direct conversation with the engineers who would build it.