Top Software Developers in Sydney
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 65 projectsFingent is a custom software development company providing tailored software solutions across various industries. The reviews highlight their expertise in software engineering and end-to-end development, with 100% of feedback noting successful project delivery within deadlines and budget. Clients commend their honesty, effective communication, and adaptive approach, with approximately 50% emphasizing their exceptional project management and technical proficiency.
$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 72 projectsInnowise is a bespoke software development company excelling in end-to-end services across various sectors, including healthcare and finance. The firm boasts a 100% satisfaction rate from reviewers, with significant praise for their project management and tailored solutions. Clients consistently highlight Innowise's responsiveness and technical expertise, with 90% of reviews mentioning their ability to deliver on time and within budget.
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 82 projectsSimform is a custom software development company specializing in tailored software solutions across various industries, including SaaS, healthcare, and financial services. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with 88% of reviewers praising their technical expertise, project management, and alignment with client values. Simform stands out for its end-to-end software development capabilities and professional team, with only a small percentage highlighting areas for improvement.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Barangaroo, Australia
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Established in 2007, Spring Digital Pty Ltd is a software development company and web development company. The firm provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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The Product Agency is a small Sydney, Australia-based Product Design and software development firm. The team specializes in Product Design and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 64 projectsTechnoYuga Soft Pvt. Ltd. is a comprehensive software engineering firm specializing in tailored software development and custom software creation. Clients consistently praise their professional project management and technical expertise, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their ability to deliver scalable and user-friendly solutions. Their commitment to aligning solutions with client goals and ensuring timely project completion is frequently commended.
$100,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 26 projectsArcanys specializes in Custom Software Development, providing tailored, end-to-end software engineering solutions. Reviewers consistently highlight their exceptional project management, agile development practices, and high-quality deliverables. Notably, 100% of reviews praise their adaptability, communication, and alignment with business goals, with around 90% of clients commending their responsiveness and value for cost. Arcanys is recognized as a reliable partner in managed software development.
$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 39 projectsPowerGate Software is a bespoke software development company specializing in tailored software creation, particularly for custom and end-to-end software development projects. Their reviews are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting their excellent project management, timely delivery, and strong communication skills. Over 90% of reviewers praised their technical expertise and responsiveness, with specific commendations for their ability to act as a true product partner, rather than just a service provider.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Woolloomooloo, Australia
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ECJ Technology, a custom software development firm, is based in Woolloomooloo, Australia. They offer Custom Software Development and were launched in 2002.
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$10,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Westmead, Australia
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Tao Digital Solutions, Inc. Is a large branding firm launched in 2022. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Paddington, Australia
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Liquid Technology, an IT staff augmentation company, is in Kyiv, Ukraine and Paddington, Australia. They focus on IT staff augmentation and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Castle Hill, Australia
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Star Knowledge Technology Alliance LLC, an IT managed services company, was founded in 2009. The team specializes in IT managed services and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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DevHub Pty Ltd is a custom software development company. They are located in Sydney, Australia and have small team. They offer Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Serves Sydney, AustraliaServices provided
See all 21 projectsOffshorly is a Custom Software Development company specializing in bespoke software creation and end-to-end software development solutions. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients praise their exceptional project management, timely delivery, and ability to act as an extension of internal teams. Notably, 80% of reviewers highlight their proactive approach and high-quality deliverables while underscoring their commitment to client goals and values.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Redfern, Australia
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Digital Purpose Pty Ltd is a software development firm. The team offers Custom Software Development and API Development, and the agency is in Redfern, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Sydney, Australia
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Cognitive Software Group is a small custom software development company and AI firm based in North Sydney, Australia. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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AVT - Absolute Vision Technologies is a Sydney, Australia-based cloud consulting & SI company. They provide cloud consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI and were founded in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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Conduct, a custom software development company, was launched in 2008. They offers Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Paddington, Australia
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Nakatomi, a Marketing Strategy company, is in Paddington, Australia. The team focuses on Marketing Strategy and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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See all 1 projectsBlitzm Systems Pty Ltd is a Custom Software Creation company specializing in solution architecture and development with a focus on Microsoft software tools and cloud services. Reviews highlight their flexibility and agility, with 100% positive feedback on their professional and cultural alignment, and no noted areas for improvement.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Launched in 2014, Simplex Software Australia is a small Sydney, Australia-based software development company. Their team offers Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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See all 16 projectsHitek Vietnam is a comprehensive software development company specializing in tailored software development, custom software creation, and full-stack software development. The reviews indicate an overwhelmingly positive impression, with 100% of clients highlighting their professional project management, responsiveness, and ability to meet deadlines. Clients praised Hitek's technical expertise and problem-solving capabilities, though 20% suggested improved documentation during the planning stage.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Marrickville, Australia
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IShare Solution is a software development company. Their team is in Marrickville, Australia. The company offers Custom Software Development and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bondi Beach, Australia
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Warax is a small Bondi Beach, Australia-based custom software development firm and IT strategy consulting company. Their services include Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Surry Hills, Australia
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OLab - Enterprise Software & Digital Marketing Company, a software development firm and Digital Strategy company, provide Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy. They were founded in 2017.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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24 Digital is a small custom software development firm launched in 2006. Their team provides Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Willoughby, Australia
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See all 4 projectsAPG Software Solutions is a bespoke software development company, known for its custom software creation and end-to-end software development services. The company has received positive feedback in 100% of reviews, with clients lauding their effective communication, adaptability, and timely delivery. Notably, 67% of reviewers highlighted their capacity to integrate complex systems and automate processes.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baulkham Hills, Australia
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In Baulkham Hills, Australia, Timbelor is a software development company. The team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Norwest, Australia
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BitQuest is a software development firm and app development firm. They are based in Norwest, Australia and have small team. They offer Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Chatswood, Australia
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Located in Chatswood, Australia, Envertis Software Solutions is an ERP consulting and SI company. Their services include ERP consulting and SI and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Microknot, a software development firm, was launched in 2021. The firm focuses on Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Westmead, Australia
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Software development company ASCENT FUTURETECH LLP was founded in 2009. Located in Mumbai, India and Westmead, Australia, the team focuses on Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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E-commerce development firm BigCommerce - Sydney was launched in 2009. The team offers E-Commerce Development and Custom Software Development and is located in Sydney, Australia.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Baulkham Hills, Australia
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MOVAO is a small website development firm based in Baulkham Hills, Australia. Their services include Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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Mentally Friendly is a custom software development firm. Headquartered in Redfern, Australia, the team specializes in Custom Software Development and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Sydney, Australia
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UX design agency Catalyst IT was launched in 1997. The company provides UX/UI Design and Custom Software Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Parramatta, Australia
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Founded in 2010, EG Solutions - Web Design Sydney is a web design company. Their services include Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lane Cove West, Australia
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TBST Digital is a small Lane Cove West, Australia-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249North Sydney, Australia
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G-Tech Solutions, a software development firm, is based in North Sydney, Australia. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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IVersion is an e-commerce development firm founded in 2010. Their team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Custom Software Development.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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Bluebirdz is a software development company. Their midsize team is based in Sydney, Australia and focuses on Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development. The agency was launched in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Lidcombe, Australia
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Launched in 2017, SAN Dynamics is an IT strategy consulting company. The team focuses on IT strategy consulting and CRM consulting and SI and is in Lidcombe, Australia and New Delhi, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed250 - 999Sydney, Australia
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ServiceRocket is an IT managed services company founded in 2001. The midsize team provides IT managed services and IT strategy consulting.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Ultimo, Australia
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Outware Mobile, a midsize app development company, is based in Melbourne, Australia and Ultimo, Australia. Their services include Mobile App Development and Custom Software Development.
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Woveon is a custom software development firm headquartered in New York, New York and Sydney, Australia. They offer Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence and were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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Corporate Interactive, a software development firm, is headquartered in Sydney, Australia. They offer Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development and were founded in 2001.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Parramatta, Australia
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Empower IT Solutions is an IT managed services company. In Parramatta, Australia, their team focuses on IT managed services and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Barangaroo, Australia
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42 Interactive is a custom software development company in Barangaroo, Australia. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Branding.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Rosebery, Australia
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52nd Solution, a software development company, was established in 2014. The agency offers Custom Software Development and Web Development, and is small.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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Credentech Solutions is a software development company launched in 2015. The agency specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Parramatta, Australia
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Adactin Group Pty. Ltd., a software development firm, is located in Parramatta, Australia. Established in 2011, the team specializes in Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Baulkham Hills, Australia
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See all 1 projectsWeb99 offers custom e-commerce website design services. The feedback indicates a significant dissatisfaction with project management, communication, and timely delivery, as the client reported a lack of measurable outcomes and an overall negative experience.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Girraween, Australia
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Established in 2019, Prime Technologies Global (Pvt) Ltd is a custom software development firm. The firm provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Manly, Australia
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Griffel Studio, a small custom software development company, is based in Atlanta, Georgia and Manly, Australia. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Camperdown, Australia
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App 360, a custom software development firm, was founded in 2005. The small team provides Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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Stormtech Labs, a software development company, provides Custom Software Development and Web Development. The company is headquartered in Tandil, Argentina and Redfern, Australia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9North Sydney, Australia
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Werkflo is a small North Sydney, Australia-based CRM consulting and SI company. Their services include CRM consulting and SI and Custom Software Development.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Surry Hills, Australia
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$75,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999London, England
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35.5/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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38.2/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Sydney, Australia
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Barangaroo, Australia
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34.6/40.019.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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34.5/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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33.2/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.3/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Sydney, Australia
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30.5/40.015.8/20 Reviews6/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Baulkham Hills, Australia
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35/40.016/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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30/40.015.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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35.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Pyrmont, Australia
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34.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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33.9/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Surry Hills, Australia
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31/40.014.6/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Leichhardt, Australia
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29.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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29.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Westmead, Australia
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31.1/40.018.8/20 Reviews4.2/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Sydney, Australia
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31/40.017/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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29.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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31/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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32.4/40.014.6/20 Reviews8.9/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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30.3/40.018.8/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Turramurra, Australia
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31.7/40.015.2/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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Top Software Development Agencies in Sydney
Working with a local partner means:
- Same-time-zone collaboration for faster stand-ups and sprint reviews
- Familiarity with Australian regulatory frameworks (e.g., CPS 234, ISO 27001)
- Access to Sydney’s tech community for quicker talent scaling
- Cultural alignment and face-to-face workshops in the CBD, Surry Hills, or Parramatta For companies targeting APAC users, a Sydney agency can also optimize infrastructure latency through regional data centers.
Rates vary by team size and specialization:
- Hourly rates: $120–$220 per hour
- MVP (3–4 months): $60,000–$150,000
- Enterprise platform: $250,000+ Startups often negotiate phased payments, while larger enterprises favor fixed-price or time-and-materials models tied to milestones.
Beyond core tech, Sydney agencies frequently work in:
- Fintech and payments—proximity to ASX and major banks
- Health tech—partnering with Westmead and medical research hubs
- E-commerce and retail—supporting brands along Pitt Street Mall
- Logistics—servicing Port Botany and regional supply chains
- Media & entertainment—leveraging the city’s creative sector Specialist shops also cater to proptech, edtech, and green-energy startups.
- Define your goals, tech stack, and budget ceiling.
- Review Clutch profiles for case studies similar to your project.
- Ask about team composition, seniority, and code ownership policies.
- Request references from Sydney clients in your industry.
- Pilot with a small sprint or discovery workshop before committing long-term. Transparent communication and clear SLAs are strong indicators of a reliable partner.
Watch out for:
- Vague proposals without sprint breakdowns or acceptance criteria
- Over-reliance on junior developers with limited oversight
- No mention of automated testing or security compliance
- Fixed timelines that ignore buffer for stakeholder reviews
- Reluctance to provide source-code access or IP agreements Address these issues early to avoid setbacks later in the project.