Business Details
12 Years
experience
Custom App Development Pittsburgh
For over a decade, Roket has established itself as a trusted partner for end-to-end custom software development, serving both enterprises and startups. Our commitment to a client-centric approach ensures that we focus on solving specific product and team challenges rather than juggling multiple clients. By dedicating our software developers and app designers to a limited number of projects annually, we maintain a high level of attention to detail and client satisfaction. Our process-driven methodology ensures that we understand each client's unique business needs, allowing us to add significant value throughout the app design and development lifecycle. With a proven track record of delivering market-ready applications, prototypes, and purpose-built websites, we combine strategic planning, branding, and cutting-edge technology to transform concepts into scalable solutions.Our team of experts, led by co-founders with over 20 years of combined experience, personally oversees each project to ensure seamless execution and alignment with client goals. We pride ourselves on transparent communication, iterative development practices, and a dedication to creating user experiences that resonate with target audiences. Our partnerships with industry leaders across diverse sectors, including healthcare, construction, and consumer electronics, demonstrate our ability to adapt to evolving market demands while maintaining a focus on innovation and quality.
Services
App Design
Web Development
Prototyping
Staffing
Branding
UX Research
E-Commerce
AI Integration
Go-to-Market
Design Systems
Details
- Year established: 2014
Highlights and features
- We commit to a limited number of projects annually for focused attention
- Our 12+ years of experience spans enterprise and startup clients
- Founders lead every project with no handoffs or management layers
- Client-inclusive process maps clear paths to development success
- Transparent communication ensures no guesswork during projects
What people say
Dedication and talent
Faultless communication
Quality matches product
Resonates with audience
Holistic look and feel
Services
App Design
Our app design services combine strategic planning with user-centered principles to create intuitive digital experiences. We conduct comprehensive UX research to understand target audiences, develop wireframes and prototypes, and implement visually compelling interfaces. By focusing on both functionality and aesthetics, we ensure applications meet business objectives while providing seamless user interactions across iOS and Android platforms.
Web Development
We specialize in building responsive, high-performance websites that align with brand identity and business goals. Our development process incorporates modern frameworks and scalable architectures to create dynamic web applications. From e-commerce platforms to content management systems, we deliver solutions that prioritize speed, security, and cross-device compatibility while maintaining code quality and future scalability.
Prototyping
Our prototyping services transform concepts into interactive models for early validation. Using rapid development techniques, we create functional prototypes that demonstrate core features and user flows. This approach allows stakeholders to test ideas, gather feedback, and refine requirements before committing to full-scale development, reducing risks and ensuring alignment with user needs.
Staffing
We provide experienced professionals for product team roles including designers, developers, and project managers. Our staffing solutions offer flexible engagement models from contract-to-hire arrangements to direct placements. By matching skilled experts with specific project requirements, we help organizations build high-performing teams that drive successful product development cycles.
Branding
Our branding services create cohesive visual identities that reflect business values and resonate with target audiences. We develop comprehensive brand systems including logo design, color palettes, typography guidelines, and brand messaging frameworks. This strategic approach ensures consistent brand representation across all digital touchpoints while enhancing market recognition and customer trust.
People
Alex Hendershott
Co-Founder, Engineering Lead
Balances product design and full-stack development with a hybrid skillset that brings thoughtfulness and efficiency to app creation processes. Leads technical execution while maintaining strategic vision alignment.
David Crawford
Co-Founder, Design + Staffing Lead
20-year product development veteran who believes empathy drives smart user experiences and high-performing teams. Oversees design strategy and staffing solutions while maintaining client partnership transparency.
Questions
What industries do you specialize in?
We work across healthcare, construction, consumer electronics, agriculture, and nonprofit sectors with proven expertise in IoT integrations and enterprise software solutions.
How long does a typical project take?
Market-ready apps take 90 days, prototypes 30 days, and website builds 60 days with our structured sprint-based delivery methodology.
Do you handle post-launch support?
Yes, we provide ongoing support including uptime monitoring, troubleshooting, and iterative improvements through our Create-Measure-Learn cycle.
Can you help with funding-ready prototypes?
Our $8K functional prototypes include clickable models with core features to validate ideas with investors or early users before full development.
What locations do you serve?
We operate from Pittsburgh and Cleveland with remote capabilities for clients nationwide through our distributed team augmentation services.
