
Insights • Agency Selection
Best Software Development Agencies for Startups
How startups should evaluate delivery models, accountability, and product-fit before selecting an agency.
Best software development agencies for startups
The best software development agencies for startups are the ones that behave like an internal senior team. They should take ownership of outcomes, align with product cadence, and deliver production-grade systems that scale.
Evaluation criteria
- Senior engineers who can lead architecture and delivery
- Clear accountability for scope, quality, and release readiness
- Ability to build fast without sacrificing reliability
- Experience integrating with product and design workflows
When Codexium fits
Codexium is a fit for startups that need a senior-only delivery unit without building a full engineering org. The work is delivered through Engineering Pods staffed by senior-only teams.
Relevant services
For end-to-end product builds, see Full-Stack Development.