How we work with you

Engagement models & typical investment

Wolf CodeX is focused on Sri Lankan startups and growing businesses. Choose the shape that fits your runway: a bounded project, ongoing retainer, a technical audit, or embedded engineers, with clear milestones and honest scope conversations before you commit.

Indicative starting ranges in USD for startups and SMEs in Sri Lanka. Final quotes depend on scope, integrations, and timeline. We confirm everything in writing before you start.

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Engagement models

Four common ways teams work with us. Ranges are in USD and sized for the local market. Most engagements start with a short discovery call and a written proposal before you are locked in.

  • Fixed scope project

    Defined deliverables, milestones, and launch target.

    Best for: Business websites, landing pages, MVPs, and feature launches when you want a clear budget and delivery date.

    • Written scope, milestones, and acceptance criteria
    • Weekly demos and visible backlog
    • Change requests tracked openly (no surprise scope creep)
    Typical timeline
    3–10 weeks
    Starting from
    $1,200+
    Billing
    Milestone-based or phased invoices tied to delivery

  • Monthly retainer

    Predictable capacity for product iteration and support.

    Best for: Sri Lankan teams that need steady engineering hours without hiring a full in-house squad yet.

    • Reserved hours or sprint capacity per month
    • Prioritized backlog with your product owner
    • Production support and small enhancements in the same lane
    Typical timeline
    Ongoing (often 1-month minimum)
    Starting from
    $800/mo+
    Billing
    Monthly retainer, renewed by mutual agreement

  • Technical audit & roadmap

    Architecture, security, or performance review with a prioritized plan.

    Best for: Founders validating an existing build, preparing to scale, or deciding whether to refactor vs. rebuild.

    • Codebase / infrastructure review and risk summary
    • Prioritized recommendations (quick wins vs. strategic bets)
    • Optional workshop with your leads to align on next steps
    Typical timeline
    1–2 weeks
    Starting from
    $350+
    Billing
    Fixed fee for agreed audit depth

  • Team augmentation

    Senior engineers embedded in your tools and ceremonies.

    Best for: Extra hands on an active product (mobile, web, AI, or cloud) while you hire or clear a delivery crunch.

    • Embed in your repo, standups, and review culture
    • Pair with your leads on architecture and quality bar
    • Flexible ramp-up / ramp-down with notice
    Typical timeline
    Flexible (weeks to months)
    Starting from
    $750/mo+ per senior embed
    Billing
    Monthly per role or blended pod rate

Typical timelines

How long things take depends on integrations, design readiness, and compliance, but these bands help you plan quarters and fundraising narratives.

  1. 01

    2–5 days

    Discovery & quote

    Goals, constraints, and a written proposal with options, not a generic PDF.

  2. 02

    3–6 weeks

    Focused build (site / MVP)

    Marketing sites, landing funnels, or tight MVPs with one primary user journey.

  3. 03

    6–12+ weeks

    Product platform

    Auth, admin, integrations, and production hardening for growing products.

  4. 04

    Retainer

    Ongoing partnership

    Iterate after launch: performance, features, and operational support.

How we quote

No opaque “contact us for pricing” black box. You get a written proposal you can share with co-founders or procurement.

  1. 01

    Share context

    Tell us what you are building, timeline pressure, and any stack or compliance constraints.

  2. 02

    Align on shape

    We recommend fixed scope, retainer, audit, or augment, and what “done” looks like for phase one.

  3. 03

    Written proposal

    Milestones, indicative investment in USD, assumptions, and what we need from you to start.

  4. 04

    Kickoff

    Access, ceremonies, and the first demoable slice, usually within one week of signing.

See how we build: Wolf Codex · Case studies

Pricing FAQs

  • Are prices only for Sri Lanka?

    We are focused on Sri Lankan startups and SMEs, and our published ranges reflect that market. Overseas clients are welcome; we quote case by case if scope or timezone needs differ.

  • Do you require a long-term contract?

    Fixed-scope and audit engagements end when the agreed work ships. Retainers can start with a one-month pilot when scope is narrow; longer runways help for product iteration.

  • Can we start with an audit before committing to a full build?

    Yes. Many teams begin with a technical audit or discovery sprint, then convert findings into a fixed-scope or retainer phase once priorities are clear.

  • How do change requests work on fixed scope?

    We document tradeoffs when scope shifts: timeline, cost, or descoping elsewhere. Nothing moves forward without your explicit approval.

  • What do you need to provide a ballpark?

    A short brief (even bullet points), desired timeline, and whether you have design, APIs, or infrastructure already. A 30-minute call is usually enough for a range.

Get a quote for your roadmap

Share goals, timeline, and budget guardrails. We respond with a concrete next step, usually within one business day.

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