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Backend Architecture That Scales With Your Product

I design backend systems, service boundaries and APIs for products that need to scale beyond a prototype — modular monolith, microservices or hybrid, chosen to fit the product rather than the trend.

In Short

Backend & Microservices Architecture is the design of backend systems, service boundaries, APIs and data models for products that need to scale — choosing between modular monolith, microservices or hybrid based on the product, team and stage rather than trends.

This Is For You If

01Your backend is becoming hard to change.
02Your product is outgrowing a simple prototype.
03You are unsure whether to use microservices or a monolith.
04Your service boundaries or API contracts are unclear.
05You are hitting scalability or performance limits.
06You are planning a modular monolith to microservices transition.

What Is Included

  • 01Backend architecture design
  • 02Modular monolith design
  • 03Microservices boundary design
  • 04API contracts
  • 05Database design
  • 06Service communication patterns
  • 07Event-driven architecture when needed
  • 08Authentication and authorization architecture
  • 09Integration patterns
  • 10Scalability planning
  • 11Performance bottleneck analysis
  • 12Technical documentation

FAQ

Should I use microservices or a monolith?

It depends on the product, team and stage. Sometimes the right answer is a modular monolith, sometimes microservices, sometimes a hybrid. The goal is to fit the structure to the product, not to follow architecture trends.

When do microservices actually make sense?

When clear service boundaries, independent scaling or separate deployment cadences provide real value — usually as a product and team grow. Premature microservices often add complexity without benefit.

Can you fix an existing backend that is hard to change?

Yes. I analyze the current architecture, identify bottlenecks and unclear boundaries, and design a path to a structure the team can evolve safely — including modular monolith or microservices transitions.

Do you design APIs and database schemas?

Yes. API contracts, database design, service communication and integration patterns are all part of the engagement.

What is a modular monolith?

A single deployable application organized into well-separated modules with clear boundaries. It offers much of the structure of microservices without the operational overhead, and is often the right choice for earlier-stage products.

How much does it cost?

Scoped per engagement after a short technical review — deliverables and price are agreed up front.

Let's talk specifics.

Book a technical fit call. We will quickly establish scope, timeline and whether this is the right engagement for your situation.