Case studies

Proven results, trusted partnerships

Outcomes delivered across retail, banking, insurance, e-commerce and AI, through staff augmentation and outcome-based delivery.

Sainsbury'sStaff Augmentation

Sainsbury's

Retail · multi-team engineering

Exclusive nearshore partner across 70+ hiring managers and 250+ placements. Backend Java, Next.js frontend, fullstack, AI, SDET, QA, DevOps, Platform, Solutions Architects, EMs and Product Managers, embedded into squads from Argos Pass to Nectar Wallet. The five-stage screening cut manager interview time from around 2.5 hours per candidate to as little as 30 minutes.

JavaSpringNext.jsGolangPythonAWSKafka
Holland & BarrettPlatform Engineering & Staff Augmentation

Holland & Barrett

Health & wellness retail · platform integration

Stood up a shared identity layer between Holland & Barrett's core platform and the consumer-facing H&B&Me app using Auth0 and secure API integrations. A two-person Java squad (lead + mid-level) shipped authenticated APIs on Java 17 and Spring Boot from inside H&B's engineering org, then carried the work into the upcoming weight-management initiative with a pharmacy partner. Engagement booked for 5-6 months and extending.

Java 17Spring BootAuth0AWS (IAM, Lambda, EC2)KafkaAPI integration
HSBCDigital Transformation

HSBC

Banking · multi-million-dollar programme

Delivered into a multi-million-dollar digital transformation initiative. Recognised across the team as top-rated, with a firm foundation of pragmatism and the ability to be visionary. A true delivery partner to the programme leadership.

JavaDistributed SystemsEnterprise Architecture
Convex Insurance GroupOutcome-based Delivery

Convex Insurance Group

Insurance underwriting platform

Delivered high-quality code and testing under tight deadlines for an in-house insurance underwriting system. Modern serverless architecture and event-driven design set the delivery apart, with responsiveness to issues, effective project management and full time-zone alignment.

KafkaEvent SourcingJavaNode.jsTypeScriptReact
Forever 8Data Science & AI

Forever 8

E-commerce & AI

Built and deployed two forecasting models tailored for FBA and non-FBA operations. Architecture, data integration and Python pipelines delivered accurate, efficient forecasting with seamless integration into Amazon systems and rigorous testing for long-term reliability.

AWSLLMMachine LearningAmazon ForecastingStep FunctionsPython
Builder.aiDelivery & Staff Augmentation

Builder.ai

Technology startup

Provided 70+ professionals including frontend and backend experts, DevOps specialists and Solution Architects. Ongoing collaboration helped meet strict deadlines across 20+ projects, improving delivery efficiency and technical capability.

ReactJSReact NativeRuby on RailsNode.jsAWS
ModanisaOutcome-based Delivery

Modanisa

Retail & e-commerce

Streamlined checkout and mobile experiences through API development, system integration and GDPR-compliant flows. Backend optimisation and rigorous testing improved operational efficiency, scalability and reliability across platforms.

JavaKafkaSpring WebFluxAWSReactJSReact Native

Success stories

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Feedback from engineering leaders, hiring managers and the consultants who deliver the work. Independently rated 4.8 out of 5 on Clutch, with a perfect willing-to-refer score.

4.8★★★★★Clutch rating
5.0 / 5.0Willing to refer
11+ yrsDelivering software
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★★★★★

“Cressoft built and led multiple engineering teams that delivered excellent solutions to the outcomes the business needed, adding significant value to the areas they worked in. I always knew I could rely on them to deliver what we needed.”

Director of EngineeringSainsbury's
★★★★★

“Cressoft delivered on a multi-million-dollar digital transformation at HSBC. Highly respected across the team and top-rated: a firm foundation of pragmatism with the ability to be visionary. A true partner.”

Managing DirectorHSBC digital transformation programme
★★★★★

“More than happy to have her as a permanent member of the team. Very pleased with her quality and velocity of work, communication and contribution to the fabric of the team.”

Engineering Manager, Nectar WalletSainsbury's · on a Cressoft Golang engineer
★★★★★

“I really like the interview process of Cressoft.”

Engineering Manager, DevOps & QASainsbury's · on the screening process
★★★★★

“He's been exceptional from day one and the team genuinely don't want to lose him. We're really, really disappointed we can't keep him.”

Engineering Manager, Identity IntegrationHolland & Barrett · on a Cressoft lead Java engineer
★★★★★

“Smashing tickets and contributing significantly to team delivery on Argos Pass, with tight deadlines. Goes above and beyond expectations.”

Engineering Manager, Argos PassArgos · on a Cressoft senior frontend engineer
★★★★★

“Hit the ground running and won the team's Product Ninja award for navigating complex tasks with confidence and clarity.”

Supply Chain Integration LeadSainsbury's · on a Cressoft product manager
★★★★★

“They immediately address all of our requests and needs and are always eager to step up to any challenge.”

Director, Software CompanyClutch verified · staff augmentation, ongoing engagement
★★★★★

“The hiring process at Cressoft is really fast and painless, and doesn't sacrifice the needs of the customer. They're agile in supporting talent and solving problems. Highly recommended.”

Software EngineerCressoft consultant
★★★★★

“One of the best companies I have worked with. Strong management, real support, and genuine engineering depth. Cressoft has good people all around the world.”

Engineering ManagerCressoft consultant
★★★★★

“They're nice and approachable. I found it easy to work with them. We'd like to work with them again as soon as we have other projects.”

Lead Engineer, Insurance CompanyClutch verified · insurance underwriting platform

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