Top API Developers
APIs are the connective tissue of modern software — they let your applications talk to payment processors, third-party data sources, mobile clients, and internal microservices. When that integration breaks or scales poorly, the downstream impact is immediate.
API developers on Clutch are vetted through verified client reviews and detailed project histories, giving you a reliable basis for comparison before you hire. These firms handle the full range of API work: RESTful API design and development, GraphQL implementations, API security and authentication, third-party integrations, and legacy system connectivity. Browse software testing companies to vet your API layer after build, or explore the full API developers directory for detailed firm profiles and pricing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Athina, Greece
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10% API Development30% Custom Software Development25% Web Development +3 services15% Mobile App Development10% Fractional CFO Services10% Web DesignHeadquartered in Athina, Greece, Senec is a custom software development firm. Launched in 2021, the team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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30% API Development30% Web Development20% IT Strategy Consulting +1 service20% Mobile App DevelopmentInventive Spirit Software Solutions UG is a web development company. Founded in 2013, the agency is in Neuhaus am Inn, Germany. Their services include Web Development and API Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ringwood, England
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20% API Development20% Application Management & Support20% Application Testing +2 services20% IoT Development20% Web DevelopmentSmarter Technologies Group, a web development company, provide Web Development and IoT development. They were launched in 2009.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Crawley, England
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20% API Development20% E-Commerce Development20% Mobile App Development +3 services20% Web Development10% Custom Software Development10% Low/No Code DevelopmentAJ Nodes primarily offers web design services. However, based on client feedback, the company has been criticized for poor management and lack of experience, leading to dissatisfaction with project outcomes. Clients noted that they experienced inadequate communication and unmet deliverables, resulting in a negative impression of the services provided by AJ Nodes.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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25% API Development25% Mobile App Development20% Microservices Architecture Services +3 services15% Custom Software Development10% IT Strategy Consulting5% Computer EngineeringBeansoft LLP is an app development firm based in Hyderabad, India. Established in 2021, the team offers Mobile App Development and API Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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20% API Development20% IoT Development20% Web Development +5 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Mobile App Development10% Wearable App Development5% AI Development5% DevOps Managed ServicesAPI Development company Evolvearisetechnologies was launched in 2025. The company provides API Development and IoT development, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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15% API Development40% Custom Software Development25% Web Development +2 services10% Microservices Architecture Services10% Mobile App DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsAnmatics Technologies is a software development company specializing in custom software, SaaS platforms, and enterprise web applications. Founded by engineers with 12+ years of experience working
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Islamabad, Pakistan
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10% API Development25% IoT Development20% Mobile App Development +5 services15% Custom Software Development10% AI Development10% Low/No Code Development5% Application Management & Support5% E-Commerce DevelopmentSoftifyme is an IoT development company. They were launched in 2021 and specialize in IoT development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ayyampettai, India
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20% API Development20% Cloud Consulting & SI20% E-Commerce Development +2 services20% Mobile App Development20% Web DevelopmentSDL Creative Groups is a small cloud consulting & SI company. Established in 2024, the team provides cloud consulting & SI and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Beirut, Lebanon
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13% API Development13% E-Commerce Development13% Other Application Development +6 services11% UX/UI Design10% Custom Software Development10% Low/No Code Development10% Mobile App Development10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentProgrami Tech, an e-commerce development company, offers E-Commerce Development and Other Application Development. The company is in Beirut, Lebanon and Muscat, Oman.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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25% API Development25% Custom Software Development25% Mobile App Development +1 service25% Web DevelopmentWebsite development firm QllmSoft focuses on Web Development and Custom Software Development. They are headquartered in Lalamusa, Pakistan.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Leeds, England
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15% API Development15% Cloud Consulting & SI15% Enterprise App Modernization +4 services15% IT Strategy Consulting15% Product Design15% UX/UI Design10% Business ConsultingUser experience agency Burendo was launched in 2018. Based in Leeds, England, the team specializes in UX/UI Design and Product Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49ঢাকা, Bangladesh
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10% API Development20% Custom Software Development5% AI Agents +13 services5% AI Consulting5% AI Development5% Application Management & Support5% Application Testing5% DevOps Managed Services5% E-Commerce Development5% Enterprise App Modernization5% Generative AI5% Low/No Code Development5% Microservices Architecture Services5% Mobile App Development5% Other Application Development5% Web DevelopmentFounded in 2024, Typetech IT is a custom software development company. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and API Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pathankot, India
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25% API Development25% Application Management & Support25% Custom Software Development +1 service25% Web DevelopmentFounded in 2011, Inxptk is a small software development firm. Their team offers Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brno-Žabovřesky, Czech Republic
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25% API Development25% Application Testing25% DevOps Managed Services +1 service25% Robotics Process AutomationCybreg is a small Robotics Process Automation company. Founded in 2022, the team provides Robotics Process Automation and API Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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10% API Development10% E-Commerce Development10% IT Strategy Consulting +9 services10% Low/No Code Development10% Mobile App Development10% Other Digital Marketing10% UX/UI Design10% Web Development5% AI Consulting5% Blockchain5% Search Engine Optimization5% Social Media MarketingSee all 3 projectsLogin2Design Technologies offers a comprehensive range of services, including API Development and cross-platform app development. Clients consistently highlight the company's exceptional project management, innovative solutions, and seamless API handling. The reviews underscore their dedication to quality and responsiveness, making them a reliable partner for Application Programming Interface Development. Minor suggestions for improvement include refining communication channels to enhance project updates.
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20% API Development25% Web Development20% Custom Software Development +3 services15% UX/UI Design10% Low/No Code Development10% Web DesignAuramatics Technologies is a website development firm. Their team is in Mohali, India and provides Web Development and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Durban North, South Africa
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20% API Development20% Application Testing20% Branding +4 services10% Blockchain10% Custom Software Development10% Low/No Code Development10% Web DesignSee all 1 projectsAt UXridge, we believe that design is not just about aesthetics, but about creating meaningful and intuitive user experiences. We value empathy, research, and collaboration to deliver designs that
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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25% API Development25% Custom Software Development20% E-Commerce Development +2 services20% Mobile App Development10% Web DevelopmentVelwire Ltd. Is a small software development firm founded in 2018. Their services include Custom Software Development and API Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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35% API Development20% Cloud Consulting & SI20% Custom Software Development +2 services15% Web Development10% AI DevelopmentCodespade is a small API Development company established in 2020. Their services include API Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kraków, Poland
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25% API Development15% Application Management & Support15% Custom Software Development +5 services15% Enterprise App Modernization10% Microservices Architecture Services10% Other Application Development5% Cybersecurity5% IT Strategy ConsultingLaunched in 2015, cklicky.com is a small API Development company. Their team focuses on API Development and Custom Software Development.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999
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20% API Development20% Custom Software Development20% IT Staff Augmentation +2 services20% Mobile App Development20% Web DevelopmentClustech, an IT staff augmentation company, was launched in 2024. The team offers IT staff augmentation and Custom Software Development.
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Shen Zhen Shi, China
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20% API Development20% AI Development20% Custom Software Development +2 services20% IoT Development20% Mobile App DevelopmentGeekDance, a custom software development company, offer Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development. They were established in 2015.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249
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20% API Development20% Search Engine Optimization20% UX/UI Design +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsPinova is an AI-driven IT consultancy firm specializing in web design, development, and marketing solutions. We partner with businesses of all sizes to drive growth through our high-end technology,
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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20% API Development45% Custom Software Development35% AI DevelopmentAppminds is a custom software development firm. Founded in 2020, the team focuses on Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Karachi, Pakistan
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10% API Development10% Custom Software Development10% E-Commerce Development +7 services10% Graphic Design10% Low/No Code Development10% Mobile App Development10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI Design10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsMarkytech specializes in API Development, custom management portal development, and POS system integration. The overall feedback indicates exceptional project management, timely delivery, and a strong commitment to client needs. Clients particularly appreciate their excellent pricing-to-value ratio and the quality of their solutions, making Markytech a reliable partner for Application Programming Interface Development projects.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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10% API Development20% Mobile App Development20% Web Development +5 services10% Custom Software Development10% Search Engine Optimization10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI Design10% Web DesignApps Global is an app development firm. Launched in 2014, the team provides Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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30% API Development25% DevOps Managed Services20% Microservices Architecture Services +2 services15% Web Development10% Custom Software DevelopmentSmall API Development company KLMHosting, is based in Lake Tapps, Washington. The team offers API Development and DevOps Managed Services.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Rutigliano, Italy
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15% API Development40% Custom Software Development20% E-Commerce Development +2 services20% Web Development5% Web DesignCustomcode srl is a software development company. They focus on Custom Software Development and Web Development and were founded in 2022.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancer
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30% API Development40% Web Development30% Mobile App DevelopmentDelux Dev is a web development firm located in Pabna, Bangladesh. They offer Web Development and Mobile App Development and were launched in 2026.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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30% API Development70% Custom Software DevelopmentTRUEPREDiCT is a custom software development firm launched in 2018. The firm provides Custom Software Development and API Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed1,000 - 9,999Bracknell, England
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10% API Development20% Cloud Consulting & SI20% Cybersecurity +3 services20% IT Managed Services20% IT Strategy Consulting10% Custom Software DevelopmentIT strategy consulting company Excis Compliance was established in 2001. The team provides IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI and is in Bracknell, England and Navi Mumbai, India.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Gurugram, India
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20% API Development20% Graphic Design20% Mobile App Development +2 services20% Sales Outsourcing20% Web DevelopmentMobifly.tech is a graphic design agency. The Gainesville, Alabama-based firm was founded in 2013. Their team offers Graphic Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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10% API Development20% AI Consulting15% CRM Consulting and SI +7 services10% Application Management & Support10% Business Consulting10% Custom Software Development10% IT Staff Augmentation5% Cloud Consulting & SI5% IT Managed Services5% UX/UI DesignInfinityForge Solutions, a small AI Consulting company, is in Judenau-Baumgarten, Austria. Their services include AI Consulting and CRM consulting and SI.
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10% API Development25% Web Development15% Cybersecurity +6 services15% Mobile App Development10% Computer Engineering10% IT Managed Services5% AI Development5% BI & Big Data Consulting & SI5% Custom Software DevelopmentPixel forge, a website development firm, offers Web Development and Cybersecurity. The company is in M'Sila, Algeria.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Meridian, ID
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10% API Development30% Custom Software Development20% E-Commerce Development +2 services20% Mobile App Development20% Web DevelopmentMerakite is a custom software development company launched in 2017. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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20% API Development20% Custom Software Development20% E-Commerce Development +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsATYPICAL SOFTWARE PRIVATE LIMITED is a cutting-edge technology company specializing in innovative software solutions, web development, and digital transformation. We help businesses enhance their
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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20% API Development15% IoT Development10% AR/VR Development +8 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Mobile App Development10% Web Development5% AI Development5% Graphic Design5% Logo5% UX/UI Design5% Web DesignSvayambhuTech is an API Development company. Their team is located in Mumbai, India and specializes in API Development and IoT development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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20% API Development20% E-Commerce Development20% UX/UI Design +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentWeb design agency OBRIYM is headquartered in San Pietro Mosezzo, Italy. Established in 2024, the team provides Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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15% API Development35% Custom Software Development20% DevOps Managed Services +2 services20% Web Development10% Mobile App DevelopmentWingravity is a custom software development firm headquartered in Iași, Romania. Established in 2017, the team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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20% API Development20% Application Testing20% Custom Software Development +2 services20% Enterprise App Modernization20% Web DevelopmentFounded in 2017, EleraSoft is a small Istanbul, Türkiye-based software development firm. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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12% API Development13% Custom Software Development13% E-Commerce Development +5 services13% Mobile App Development13% Web Development12% Social Media Marketing12% UX/UI Design12% Web DesignEVENZIA DIGITAL MARKETING OÜ is a software development firm. Launched in 2006, their team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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15% API Development45% Web Development15% Custom Software Development +2 services15% Mobile App Development10% E-Commerce DevelopmentBased in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam, Phoenix Software Development Compnay is a website development firm. Their services include Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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10% API Development40% Mobile App Development30% Custom Software Development +2 services10% Other Application Development10% Web DevelopmentDBD Tech, a mobile app development company, was founded in 2012. The firm specializes in Mobile App Development and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Torres Vedras, Portugal
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10% API Development50% Custom Software Development20% AI Development +2 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Web DevelopmentNexticode is a custom software development firm located in Torres Vedras, Portugal. They focus on Custom Software Development and Artificial Intelligence.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9București, Romania
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20% API Development20% Mobile App Development20% UX/UI Design +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentTINT Tech is a web design company. In București, Romania, the team offers Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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20% API Development40% Web Development20% E-Commerce Development +1 service20% Web DesignToolyatri is a web development company. Based in Pune, India, their small team provides Web Development and Web Design. The agency was launched in 2024.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Brossard, Canada
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20% API Development25% Custom Software Development20% Web Development +5 services15% E-Commerce Development5% AI Development5% Computer Engineering5% UX/UI Design5% Web DesignSoftware development firm Altevo Software Engineering | Montreal offers Custom Software Development and Web Development. They were launched in 2018.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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15% API Development35% Mobile App Development15% Custom Software Development +4 services15% Web Development10% ERP Consulting and SI5% IT Staff Augmentation5% UX/UI DesignSee all 2 projectsAt Mayankal Technologies, our team embodies the spirit of collaboration and innovation. Each member brings unique skills and perspectives, creating a dynamic environment where ideas flourish. Our
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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50% API Development50% Custom Software DevelopmentNo Code Octopus is a custom software development company and API Development company. Headquartered in Mohali, India, the firm offers Custom Software Development and API Development.
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List of the Top 15 API Development Services
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Webster Groves, MO
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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38.5/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999São Paulo, Brazil
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36.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Miami, FL
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37.5/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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37.3/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Stamford, England
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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36.7/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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36.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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36.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Zymna Voda, Ukraine
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36.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Mumbai, India
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35.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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34.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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35.7/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Wilder, KY
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35.4/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Barranquilla, Colombia
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35.5/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Luzern, Switzerland
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35.2/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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35.5/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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35.2/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Cape Town, South Africa
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34.9/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ciudad de México, Mexico
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34.7/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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31/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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33.9/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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33.2/40.018/20 Reviews8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sydney, Australia
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34.1/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Timișoara, Romania
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34.6/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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34.3/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.6/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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34/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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API Development FAQs
Clutch features companies that design, build, and document scalable APIs that power integrations and modern applications quarterly based on a proprietary methodology. The top API development companies for 2026 include:
API developers design, build, and maintain the interfaces that allow software systems to communicate. Most of these dedicated firms offer a multitude of specialized and tailored services, such as:
- Defining data structures and endpoints
- Writing server-side logic
- Implementing authentication protocols like OAuth 2.0 or API keys
- Handling rate limiting and error responses
- Documenting the API for internal or external consumers
Many API developers also handle integration work — connecting your product to third-party services like Stripe, Salesforce, or Twilio.
Recent Clutch pricing data shows that simple third-party integrations generally fall in the $5,000 – $25,000 range, while custom-built API platforms for enterprise applications can exceed $100,000.
Hourly rates for API development firms typically range from $25 – $149 per hour, depending on a range of factors, including the firm's location, seniority, and specialization. Compare pricing against other providers and thoroughly review the cost breakdown to ensure transparency before signing any contracts.
A development firm brings structured processes, dedicated QA, and built-in redundancy. Firms also tend to have formal security practices, code review workflows, and experience managing integrations at scale.
For complex builds involving multiple third-party systems, authentication layers, or ongoing versioning, a company typically offers more stability, accountability, and long-term support capacity than a freelancer.
Match the AP development firm's experience to your technical requirements. A team with a deep REST and Node.js background will serve a different need than one specializing in GraphQL or enterprise middleware.
After that, make sure to review their Clutch profiles for relevant project examples and ask candidates how they handle API versioning, backward compatibility, and security vulnerabilities. Shortlist the top two or three promising partners that meet your initial assessment, then schedule an interview with their team to discuss your project and personally gauge their fit.
Watch for firms that jump straight to implementation without a discovery or design phase — poorly planned APIs are expensive to refactor. Other red flags that you should be aware of include no mention of documentation deliverables, vague answers about authentication and data security, and unwillingness to share code samples or past integration case studies.
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