Vancouver, BC · Canadian Startup Partner
We help founders ship their MVP, validate faster, and scale their product, without building a full in-house engineering team. From idea to production, we move at startup speed.
7+
Years Experience
No Outsourcing
Direct Senior Work
Startup-Paced
Fast Iteration
Production
Complex Systems Shipped
Who we work best with
We partner with early-stage startups that are ready to move fast. If you are building a product and need a technical partner, not just a vendor, you are in the right place.
You have the vision but need someone to build it. You are non-technical or semi-technical, under pressure to show traction, and need a trusted technical partner.
You are writing most of the code yourself. You need capacity, architecture guidance, and a team that can ship, so you can focus on the business.
What we do
Every engagement is scoped around validation and traction, so your product reaches real users fast and scales cleanly.
Go from idea to a production-ready MVP without wasted time or over-engineered architecture. We scope, design, and build your web application around what you need to validate.
Learn about MVP development ->
Build a startup-grade iOS or Android app designed around user retention and product-market fit. We handle the full build from UX through deployment so you can focus on growth.
Learn about mobile app development ->
Stuck with messy early code that is slowing you down? We clean up prototypes, refactor unstable foundations, and add the integrations your product needs.
Learn about prototype to production ->Real startup outcomes
Every engagement is scoped around business outcomes. Here is what that looks like in practice.
Fewer support tickets through self-serve onboarding for a co-ownership platform.
Manual work eliminated by automating repetitive agent workflows for InsurTech.
Revenue capacity unlocked per agent without adding headcount.
Production-ready MVPs scoped to validate quickly and scale confidently.
Our work
What we stand for
Your traction milestones drive our roadmap. We work as an extension of your founding team, making every technical decision with your growth stage in mind.
Common questions
Most MVPs take 8 to 16 weeks depending on scope and complexity. We scope to what validates your idea, not what looks impressive in a deck.
MVP projects typically range from $15K to $60K+ depending on product complexity. We price based on scope so you get a fixed deliverable with no surprise invoices.
Yes. Early-stage startups are our primary focus. We usually partner with pre-seed through Series A teams that need a technical partner, not a traditional agency.
Absolutely. Prototype-to-production refactoring is one of our most common engagements. We keep your product live while building a foundation you can scale on.
Yes. We work with startups coast to coast including Toronto, Calgary, Montreal, Ottawa, and beyond. We are remote-first and optimized for distributed teams.
Testimonials
"Josiah excelled in building our company's software with clear and concise communication, ensuring a smooth and efficient development process."
Mark Proudfoot · President, Wecasa
"Meeting a tight deadline, ClientFirst Labs agility and precision propelled our project beyond expectations and showcased dependable startup-focused expertise."
Aaron Dufall · President, Scalelabs
"Josiah's proactive approach to learning and staying ahead of industry trends is evident in the high-quality work he consistently delivers."
Roger Kondrat · President, OpenRangeDevs
Book a founder call
Book a free 30-minute strategy call. We will talk through your idea, your stage, and whether we are the right fit.