Backend & APIs

Custom software development is the cornerstone of our expertise. Piplos Media designs, builds and ships server-side solutions tailored to unique business requirements: from a REST API for a mobile app to a microservice platform built for heavy load. We take pride in turning ideas into functional, reliable and scalable systems that grow with your business.

What we do

• Right-sized architecture — microservices or a monolith that fits the project, with no accidental complexity;
• REST and GraphQL APIs — with OpenAPI documentation and versioning;
• Real-time systems — WebSocket, streaming, chats, notifications;
• Integrations — payment providers, CRMs, sports and media APIs, third-party services;
• High-load systems — queues, caching, horizontal scaling;
• Legacy migrations — gradual replacement of old systems without stopping the business.

Technology

We write Go, Node.js, Python, Java and Rust — the language is chosen for the task, not the other way around. Data lives in PostgreSQL, Redis and ClickHouse: see our Data & Analytics service for details. Infrastructure and deployment are covered by our DevOps team.

How we guarantee quality

Quality is non-negotiable in software development. Every project goes through code review, is covered by automated tests and verified with functional, load and integration testing — the product reaches your users only after it meets the quality bar.

Selected projects

• AI visualiser for building facades — React + Go with Gemini and OpenAI integration;
• OTT platform for live streaming — a streaming ecosystem;
• microservice platform migration — zero-downtime move;
• integration with Genius Sports and WyScout — real-time sports data.

FAQ

Can you improve an existing system?

Yes — it is one of the most common requests. We start with a code and architecture audit, then propose a plan: targeted fixes, refactoring or a step-by-step migration. The live product keeps running throughout.

How long does an MVP take?

An API for a mobile app or a web service takes from 4–6 weeks. A platform with integrations and user accounts — from 2–3 months. After discovery we fix the MVP scope and a schedule with a demo every 1–2 weeks.

Who owns the code?

You do. On completion we hand over the repository, documentation and deployment instructions. No vendor lock-in.

How much load can the system handle?

We design the architecture around your actual and projected numbers and run load tests before launch. Horizontal scaling is built in from day one, so you add capacity without rewriting code.