Web development

Websites Built To Perform

You need a website that loads fast, ranks well, and actually converts, not just one that looks good. Our engineers build sites that perform.

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175+ full-time employees

Proven web expertise

Your website is fast, secure, and built right

We build custom websites and web applications using React, Node.js, and modern frameworks that load fast and perform under real traffic. Our engineers combine clean architecture with SEO-conscious development to create sites that rank well and convert visitors into customers.

Custom Web Application Development

We build custom web applications using React and Node.js tailored to your specific business requirements and workflows.

Website Development

We build marketing websites that load fast, rank well, and reflect your brand accurately.

SEO-Conscious Architecture

We build websites with technical SEO built in from the very first line.

Performance & Security Hardening

We optimize load times and implement security best practices so your website performs well and stays protected from common vulnerabilities.

Web Implementation

High-performance website deployment capabilities

Every engagement is an opportunity to deliver custom results that are unique to your business and desired outcomes. Our architects and engineers will build solutions that deliver results and adapt to your growing needs. Here are some examples of how we achieve results:

Custom Web Application Development

Custom Applications: Build web apps tailored to your business logic
Marketing Websites: Build fast, brand-accurate sites that convert
CMS Integration: Connect websites to WordPress or headless platforms

Performance & SEO Engineering

Technical SEO: Build sites with crawlability and indexing in mind
Core Web Vitals: Optimize load time and interactivity metrics
Caching & CDN Strategy: Deliver content quickly to every visitor

Security & Reliability Hardening

Security Best Practices: Protect against common web vulnerabilities
SSL & Encryption: Secure data in transit across your website
Uptime Monitoring: Track availability and resolve issues quickly
Backup & Recovery: Protect your site against data loss

Analytics & Marketing Integration

Analytics Setup: Track visitor behavior and conversion accurately
Marketing Tool Integration: Connect your site to campaign platforms

Engagement Models

Your needs, your way of working.

The right engagement model reduces risk, accelerates delivery, and lowers total cost.

Staff Augmentation

Dedicated full-time engineers who become a natural extension of your team, working in your time zone and integrating into your existing workflows.

Handpicked for ideal fit
Complete transparency
Your team may interview candidates
Engineering Manager oversight
Adapts to your processes
100% committed to you
40hrs per week, billed hourly
30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee

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Scale Your Team

Scrum Teams

Self-organizing, collaborative teams who deliver high-quality software in two-week sprints with complete transparency and regular stakeholder engagement.

Complete project management
Engineering architecture
Scalable engineering team
QA Resources
Pick & choose Agile ceremonies
Exceptional communication
Seamless integration with your team
Flexibility to pivot as needed

Build Your Team

Milestone-Based Projects

Fixed-price custom development with guaranteed pricing, clearly defined scope, and dedicated project management from concept to post-launch support.

Clear up front scope defined
Fixed price, billed in 3 installments
Fully independent team
Complex challenges tackled first
High transparency & alignment
Structured UAT window
Post-release support
Easy transition to maintenance

Define Your Product

Specialized Services

Clarify your platform, simplify architecture, improve performance.

We offer specialized web services to clarify your platform strategy, simplify your architecture, and improve overall site performance.

Web Architecture Consulting

We help you choose the right framework and architecture for your website or web application.

Performance & SEO Audits

We audit your website for load time, technical SEO, and security issues that are costing you traffic and rankings.

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Why Choose Us

Complete transparency, adaptability, and unwavering focus on the long-term partnership.

Claude Select Partner

We build with Claude every day, both in our own delivery work and in production AI systems for clients. That hands-on experience means we know where the models perform independently and where they still need an engineer's judgment.

AWS Partnership & Technical Depth

As an AWS Certified Partner with expertise across Azure and Google Cloud, we bring infrastructure and architecture knowledge that perfectly complements our core development capabilities.

SOC 2 Type 2 Certified

We maintain rigorous security standards with SOC 2 Type 2 certification, comprehensive background checks for all employees, ongoing security training, and Mobile Device Management for all company devices.

Nearshore Excellence

We were one of the first to recognize Costa Rica's potential as a nearshore development hub, and we’ve spent more than two decades perfecting our model.

30-Day Satisfaction Guarantee

We offer a 30-day guarantee on every new resource for the entire life of the engagement. If you aren't satisfied within the first month, you don’t pay.

40+ Long-Term Client Relationships

Our average client tenure is over three years, with more than 25% of our clients partnering with us for five years or more. These are partnerships built on mutual success.

our testimonials

Customer experiences that
speak for themselves

Their practical knowledge on the AI side… is also highly impressive.

The quality of their resources has been exceptionally high and consistent. Their backbench of technical expertise is a game-changer.

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The degree of engagement and communication exhibited by their team was remarkable.

I can confidently say that my experience working with First Factory left me entirely delighted with both the process and the end result.

Since launching our platform, our audience has been growing exponentially.

First Factory's agility and development speed were their most impressive assets. Whenever we requested something, their turnaround time was commendable. There was nothing First Factory could have improved on.

First Factory’s responsiveness to our requests and issues is excellent.

First Factory’s resources are very technically skilled. Additionally, they provide strong customer service and are very adaptable to our processes.

I always trust them to get the work done

First Factory is always on point with execution. They’re thorough and often finish ahead of schedule.

Exactly what we needed.

We were able to successfully launch our mobile app because of the work that they provided, which was a huge cost savings driver for our company.

Everything has been great.

First Factory has great cost and relationship management, strong performance management, and quality candidates.

The application is incredibly well-designed and has some of the highest-quality work we’ve seen.

We were really impressed with their grasp and understanding of the problems we brought to them. First Factory was flexible and accommodating to ensure we had the right individuals working on the project.

They’re always on time, and they’re committed.

Their flexibility and project management are the highlights of working with them, especially because you never know what will happen in our industry.

Their practical knowledge on the AI side… is also highly impressive.

The quality of their resources has been exceptionally high and consistent. Their backbench of technical expertise is a game-changer.

The degree of engagement and communication exhibited by their team was remarkable.

I can confidently say that my experience working with First Factory left me entirely delighted with both the process and the end result.

Since launching our platform, our audience has been growing exponentially.

First Factory’s responsiveness to our requests and issues is excellent.

First Factory’s resources are very technically skilled. Additionally, they provide strong customer service and are very adaptable to our processes.

I always trust them to get the work done

First Factory is always on point with execution. They’re thorough and often finish ahead of schedule.

Exactly what we needed.

We were able to successfully launch our mobile app because of the work that they provided, which was a huge cost savings driver for our company.

Everything has been great.

First Factory has great cost and relationship management, strong performance management, and quality candidates.

The application is incredibly well-designed and has some of the highest-quality work we’ve seen.

They’re always on time, and they’re committed.

Their flexibility and project management are the highlights of working with them, especially because you never know what will happen in our industry.

our process

From Alignment to Delivery,
Without the Chaos

Requirements & Architecture Review
Our engineers review your business goals, traffic patterns, and technical requirements to recommend the right web architecture and framework for your site.

Design & Technical PlanningBefore development, we plan the site architecture, content structure, and technical SEO approach your website will run on. This groundwork keeps every page fast, crawlable, and aligned with how visitors actually search.

Development & Integration
Our engineers build your website or web application, integrating with your CMS, analytics, and marketing tools while testing as we build.

Ongoing Optimization
Our engineers monitor performance, resolve issues quickly, and continue improving your site as traffic grows.

COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS

Nearshore Software Delivery, No Tradeoffs

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Your Options

Traditional Offshore Vendors

Hiring In House

U.S. time zone alignment

Flexible engagement models

Ramp up/down capacity as needed

Direct access to dedicated full-time engineers

Built-in management support and oversight

High team tenure & employee satisfaction

Enterprise security + SOC 2 Type 2 Compliance

30-day risk-free guarantee

Frequently asked questions

Everything you want to know explained clearly

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