We build software that stays maintainable.
Techshift is a small UK-based development team. We build and maintain web applications with Laravel, and we take on the projects that need proper engineering, not just code.
Our story
Mathew began his career as an apprentice web developer in 2015 and has worked with Laravel ever since. Across product roles, client projects, and side builds, one thing kept standing out: the best software is not just quick to launch, it is clear, dependable, and built to keep evolving.
Before Techshift existed, Mathew and Jake had already worked together on a range of client projects. The partnership clicked early. Delivery felt smoother, communication was straightforward, and clients kept coming back when more work needed doing.
That experience shaped the thinking behind Techshift. The aim was simple: stay hands-on, keep quality high, make sensible technical decisions, and build systems that remain maintainable as they grow.
Techshift was founded in October 2023 and has grown steadily since. We have chosen to stay small on purpose, so the people doing the work stay close to the detail. That means direct communication, practical problem-solving, and accountability from start to finish.
In August 2024, we took on our biggest project to date: a multi-tenant SaaS platform with subscriptions, billing, a customer portal, admin tooling, and Stripe integration. It is still in active development today and reflects the kind of work we enjoy most: thoughtful systems with moving parts, built with care.
Alongside direct client work, we also support agencies as a trusted delivery partner. We are comfortable working under NDA, we do not pitch to your clients, and we focus on helping you deliver confidently to your own clients.
We are still a small team. We are still hands-on. And that is exactly how we like to work.
Meet the team
A small team that actually talks to each other.
Tap a photo for the less serious version.
Mathew
Founder & Lead Developer
Started as an apprentice. Still writes code every day.
Lego collector off the clock.
Jake
Frontend Developer
Turns designs into interfaces that actually work.
Part-time virtual farmer.
Edward
Designer
Makes things look good without making them complicated.
Happiest halfway up a mountain.
Kian
QA & Testing
Breaks things on purpose so users don't break them by accident.
Black belt when he's not breaking software.
What we believe
- Stable production matters more than flashy features.
- We'll always try to bring your vision to life while maintaining standards.
- Good software solves a real problem and has a clear purpose.
- Maintainable code is a feature. It saves time and money long after launch.
Where we fit best
We're not a "brochure website" studio. Techshift is best suited to systems where the software actually does work: portals, platforms, internal tooling, integrations, and SaaS products.
If you need a marketing website, we'll usually recommend a specialist for that and focus on the system behind it.
What it's like working with us
Weekly updates
Clear progress updates and visibility on what's next.
Milestones and sprints
Work delivered in planned stages so nothing drifts.
Scope handled properly
We try to prevent scope creep by getting clear early. When changes are genuinely needed, we handle them transparently and agree what that means for timeline and cost.
Built properly
Testing where it matters, clear logging, readable code, and documentation that supports handover.
Clean handover
Documentation and support so you're not left guessing.
After launch
Ongoing check-ins, monitoring and maintenance available, plus continued improvements if you want a long-term development partner.
Milestones
Mathew starts as an apprentice developer (Laravel from day one)
Techshift founded
Steady growth, including our largest SaaS platform build to date
Continued delivery across client systems, plus new projects and partnerships
Building toward the next stage of growth while staying hands-on and quality-led
From Mathew
"I'm not interested in rushing projects out the door. I want Techshift to be the kind of team that delivers calmly, keeps standards high, and leaves clients with systems they can actually rely on. A good working environment and good engineering go together, and both save clients time, money, and stress."
Trusted by growing and established businesses
From startups to established organisations, teams choose us for backend work, from one-off delivery to ongoing support.
Shifting businesses to a tech-driven future, one backend at a time
What clients say
"Thanks to Techshift for their work on our brochure, branding and the Cliffe website. The standard of service was excellent from start to finish, and the quality of the final output was exactly what we wanted. I'd happily recommend them."
"We hired Techshift for a web project and were immediately impressed by their commitment. It quickly felt like they were part of our team. They're honest, thorough, and disciplined about getting work delivered properly. They've since taken on mobile app development too, and they consistently understand what we're aiming for with minimal back-and-forth. If you want a reliable team that cares about quality and customer service, Techshift are an easy recommendation."
Ready to make the shift happen?
Tell us what you're building and we'll suggest the safest next step.
Good fit if you need:
A Laravel team to own delivery end-to-end
A rescue plan for a project that's drifting
Ongoing improvements and support after launch
A reliable partner for an agency or internal team
Let's talk about your project
Answer a few questions and we'll come back with a recommended next step and a rough range.
15-30 min call · quick technical review · clear next steps
No pressure. If we're not the right fit, we'll tell you.