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Backend Development London
Scalable Laravel backends — APIs, microservices, database architecture, and queue systems for UK businesses.
VISUAL OVERVIEW
What delivery looks like in practice
Build
Production-ready delivery
We ship quality-focused builds with attention to speed, usability, and conversion flow.
Growth
Ongoing optimization
Post-launch support helps improve performance and scale outcomes over time.
WHAT WE DO
backend development company london
backend development company london
As a backend development company in London, Astro Dream architects server-side systems that handle high traffic, complex business logic, and reliable data processing. Laravel is our primary framework for its balance of developer productivity and production reliability.
laravel api development
Our Laravel API development creates RESTful and GraphQL endpoints with proper authentication, validation, pagination, and error responses. APIs are documented, versioned, and tested for consumption by web, mobile, and third-party clients.
database architecture and optimisation
Database architecture and optimisation includes schema design, indexing strategy, query performance tuning, and migration planning. We work with PostgreSQL, MySQL, and Redis for caching and session management.
queue and background job systems
Queue and background job systems process emails, reports, data imports, and notifications asynchronously. Laravel Horizon provides visibility into job processing, failures, and throughput.
microservices and service architecture
For microservices and service architecture, we design bounded contexts, inter-service communication, and deployment strategies that allow independent scaling without over-engineering early-stage products.
backend development for startups
Backend development for startups prioritises clean architecture that supports rapid feature development today and scaling tomorrow. We avoid premature optimisation while ensuring the foundation is solid — proper migrations, test coverage on critical paths, and API contracts that mobile and frontend teams can build against.
server security and compliance
We implement security best practices from the start — input validation, SQL injection prevention, CSRF protection, rate limiting, and encrypted data storage. For UK businesses handling personal data, GDPR-compliant data handling, audit logs, and right-to-deletion workflows are built into the architecture.
ci cd and deployment pipelines
Automated deployment pipelines with GitHub Actions or GitLab CI run tests, build assets, and deploy to staging and production environments. Zero-downtime deployments, database migration strategies, and rollback procedures keep your application available during releases.
backend monitoring and observability
Production backends need visibility. We set up application monitoring (Laravel Telescope, Sentry, or Datadog), queue health checks, database slow-query alerts, and uptime monitoring. When something breaks at 2am, you know before your customers do.
backend api for mobile and spa clients
Modern applications need backends that serve multiple clients — web SPAs, iOS apps, Android apps, and third-party integrations. We design API-first backends with versioning, consistent error responses, and authentication that works across all client types. One backend powers your entire product ecosystem without duplicate business logic.
OUR PROCESS
How we deliver this service
01
Architecture Review
We assess requirements, expected load, integration needs, and technology constraints.
02
API & Schema Design
We design database schemas, API contracts, and service boundaries with your team.
03
Core Development
We build business logic, API endpoints, background jobs, and admin tooling.
04
Performance & Security
Load testing, security auditing, and monitoring setup before production deployment.
UK-Based Team
London, UB2
Fixed Pricing, No Surprises
No hidden fees
Delivered in 4 Weeks
On time, every time
Ongoing Support Included
Included always
Backend API projects typically deliver in 3-8 weeks depending on scope.
CASE STUDIES
Relevant project outcomes
Scalable API
WeGetAnyStock
Built a high-throughput listing API with real-time notification processing.
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Backend Automation
Castleview Cars
Implemented automated enquiry processing and notification workflows.
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Local pages for this service
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What backend technologies do you use?
We primarily use Laravel (PHP), PostgreSQL/MySQL, Redis, and queue systems (Horizon/SQS). We select tools based on your project requirements and team capabilities.
Can you build just the backend API?
Yes. We frequently build Laravel APIs for teams with their own frontend developers, or for mobile app backends.
How do you handle scalability?
We design with horizontal scaling in mind — stateless APIs, queue-based processing, database indexing, and caching layers. We load-test before launch.
How much does backend development cost?
API backend projects start from £2,499. Full backend systems with admin panels, queues, and integrations are scoped from £4,999.
Do you provide API documentation?
Yes. We generate OpenAPI/Swagger documentation for all API endpoints, including authentication guides, request/response examples, and error code references. Documentation is kept in sync with the codebase.
Can you audit our existing backend for performance issues?
Yes. We perform backend audits covering database query performance, N+1 problems, caching opportunities, queue configuration, and security vulnerabilities. You receive a prioritised action plan with effort estimates.