Softment
BackendAPIs, real-time apps, microservices

Technology

Node.js

Build reliable APIs and backend systems with Node.js—clean architecture, background jobs, queues, and observability designed for real production load.

Best For

Ideal use cases

Teams already using JavaScript on frontend

Applications requiring real-time features

Projects needing fast development

Microservices architecture

Applications with high I/O operations

What We Build

Projects we deliver

RESTful and GraphQL APIs

Real-time chat and collaboration services

WebSocket servers

Microservices architectures

Serverless functions

Data processing pipelines

Authentication and authorization services

Payment processing backends

Ecosystem

Compatible tools & integrations

Seamless Integrations

Works with your existing stack

7+ supported
Express or Fastify for web framework
PostgreSQL or MongoDB for database
Redis for caching and sessions
Socket.io for real-time features
JWT for authentication
Stripe or PayPal for payments
AWS SDK or GCP SDK for cloud services

Use Cases

Recommended use cases

Startup MVPs needing rapid backend development

Real-time applications like chat or gaming

APIs for mobile or web applications

Microservices in larger systems

Applications processing large amounts of I/O

Delivery

How we deliver

We structure Node.js apps with modular architecture and clear separation of concerns

Use TypeScript for type safety and better code quality

Implement proper error handling and logging

Set up environment variables and configuration management

Add input validation and security best practices

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Node.js is ideal when you're already using JavaScript on the frontend, need real-time features, or want fast development. Python is better for data science, Java for enterprise systems requiring strict typing.

Yes. We use TypeScript for Node.js projects to catch errors early, improve code maintainability, and provide better IDE support. We set up proper types for request/response and database models.

We use connection pooling with database clients like pg (PostgreSQL) or mongoose (MongoDB). We implement proper connection management, error handling, and query optimization.

Regional

Delivery considerations for your region

Compliance & Data (EU)

For Germany/EU delivery, we keep GDPR-first patterns: data minimisation, purpose-limited storage, and explicit access boundaries.

We can work under a DPA (template available on request) and implement pragmatic retention/deletion flows when needed.

  • GDPR-first architecture patterns (generic, no legal claims)
  • DPA template available on request
  • Retention/deletion and export flows where required
  • Least-privilege access and safe logging defaults
  • Documented data flows and access boundaries

Timezone & Collaboration (EU)

We align to EU working hours with CET-friendly collaboration windows and async progress updates.

We keep delivery predictable: weekly milestones, documented decisions, and clear scope control.

  • EU overlap with CET-friendly windows
  • Async-first delivery with written decisions
  • Weekly milestone demos and progress checkpoints
  • Clear change control to avoid surprises
  • Escalation path for blockers and risks

Engagement & Procurement (EU)

We support procurement-friendly engagements with clear scopes, milestone plans, and documentation that stakeholders can review.

For EU teams, we can structure invoices and milestones for EUR-based engagements where appropriate.

  • EUR-based engagements and invoicing options
  • Discovery-first option to reduce delivery risk
  • Milestone-based billing and scope sign-offs
  • Vendor onboarding documentation on request
  • Transparent change control and approvals

Security & Quality (EU)

We prioritise reliability: reviewable PRs, predictable releases, and tests that protect critical paths.

Performance budgets and clear release discipline keep the product stable as it grows.

  • CI-friendly testing: unit + integration + smoke tests
  • Performance budgets + bundle checks
  • Release checklist + rollback-safe deployments
  • Security checklist for auth and sensitive data flows
  • Observability hooks (logs + error tracking) ready for production
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