High-Load System Development
We develop custom high-load systems for global organizations. With this kind of reliable, scalable and robust software at hand, your operation will be able to handle large volumes of requests, helping your business to scale seamlessly and predictably.
About High Load Systems Development
Custom high-load system development involves a number of stages, from planning through to continuous maintenance. These solutions are designed to ensure fast responses under high traffic loads, avoiding user frustration and slowdowns, therefore efficient resource management and optimization are critical parts of the development process. High-load systems are also flexible and scalable for which you may need to implement horizontal or vertical scaling. This will ensure that your system deals with growing numbers of users most effectively.
Selecting a suitable architecture is vital in guaranteeing high performance. Very often, microservices architecture and asynchronous programming are chosen as this combination is more manageable, easier to scale, improves reliability, and increases overall efficiency. When it comes to quality assurance, you will need to conduct thorough load testing and evaluate any vulnerabilities. Load, stress, and chaos testing are essential to see how your solution works under a variety of circumstances and to analyze its predictability.
You may require a high-load solution if you operate in e-commerce and automotive to manufacturing. SECL Group has proven expertise in building high-load systems for enterprise companies in these domains, and we can help you select the best development strategies for your solution. AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud are routinely used for such systems, as apart from their high-quality design and programming, effective cloud service configuration and usage are essential for dealing with high loads. Bear in mind that you’ll also need to optimize your cloud usage to avoid overpaying. We have vast experience in configuring and using cloud services.
The Benefits of High-Load System Development
Having a high-load system designed, developed, and tested by qualified experts can bring numerous advantages to your business.
Tailored architecture
Receive an architecture that can withstand high traffic volumes
Uninterrupted operations
Develop unique strategies to minimize your system downtime
Excellent UX
Improve user satisfaction with high system performance
Security
Improve system resilience against common security threats
Long-term investment
Invest in a scalable and reliable infrastructure that pays off in the long run
Automatic scaling
Set up your servers to automatically scale when resource usage is 90%
Adaptability
Facilitate system modifications to ensure you continue to meet evolving business needs
Cloud resource usage
Enable dynamic cloud resource allocation and deallocation
High-load-ready architecture
Receive a system designed and optimized for peak performance and increasing loads
Less rework
No need to redesign and rebuild a system as loads increase
Performance bottlenecks
Have vulnerabilities identified, and benefit from predictable performance
Maximum loads
Assess the maximum load capacity of your solution
Server/cloud budgeting
Receive a proactive server (cloud) cost forecast
DDoS protection
Implement security measures against DDoS attacks
99.99% uptime guarantee
Service availability guaranteed
Database fine-tuning
Optimize database performance to withstand peak loads
Caching strategies
Benefit from caching optimization for high loads
Fortune 500 clients
We have experience working with Fortune 500 companies
Presence since 2005
We have been active in the software development market since 2005
82% senior engineers
We have an 82% seniority level in our team
Experienced developers
We have senior engineers and tech leads with 10+ years of experience
Work Process
High-load system development involves several stages, each with a specific goal and a dedicated expert team.
1
Planning
We analyse client requirements and define project stages, timelines, and budget.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- Software Architect
2
Architecture and System Design
We choose a suitable architectural approach and technology stack, and then we document it.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Business Analyst
- Software Architect
- Tech Lead
3
Development
We develop the client and server side of the project.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Front-end Engineer
- Back-end Engineer
- Team Lead
4
Quality assurance
We perform different types of testing, including stress and load testing.
Team:
- Project Manager
- Back-end Engineer
- AQA Engineer
- Team Lead
5
Server configuration
We set up and configure server architecture and cloud services.
Team:
- Project Manager
- DevOps Engineer
- Team Lead
6
Deployment
We set up the infrastructure and deployed the system.
Team:
- Project Manager
- DevOps Engineer
- Software Engineer
7
Maintenance
We monitor system health and performance.
Team:
- Project Manager
- DevOps Engineer
Our Clients
We develop large projects for clients across 27 countries, a significant number of which are featured on the Fortune 500 list.
When do you need High-Load System Development?
A custom high-load system development helps you address a wide range of challenges. It will be useful when you plan to deal with high loads or if your current system handles this demand poorly. High load volume is a critical factor while making technology and architectural choices.
Performance challenges
You need your solution to withstand high volumes of data
Architecture selection
You want to choose a suitable architecture for robust performance
Technology stack
You need to select tools and technologies that fit performance requirements
Multiple simultaneous transactions
You plan for your application to handle high transaction volumes
Seamless scaling
You need your solution to be able to accommodate a growing number of users
High security
You want your system to remain secure and be capable of withstanding DDoS attacks
User experience
You want to provide seamless UX with fast load times
Server issues
Your server goes down from time to time
Peak loads
You need to be able to deal with atypical, seasonal increases in loads
Reliable foundation
You want to lay solid groundwork for your project
Tech stack changes
You want to rebuild your existing application the right way
Want to build a robust solution?
Build systems that perform exceptionally well under pressure leveraging the experience of our software development team.
Our Software Development Standards
In our work, we follow international approaches and standards such as:
Management: | PMP |
Design: | ISO 9241-210 |
Programming: | Coding conventions, MDN Web Docs, Naming convention |
Python: | PEP 8 |
JS/TS: | ECMA, JavaScript Standard Style, Google TypeScript Style Guide, ESLint |
PHP: | PSR |
С#: | ReSharper |
HTML/CSS: | W3C |
Security: | GDPR |
Testing: | ISTQB |
Related Case Studies
Projects we are proud of
Why Choose SECL Group for High-Load System Development?
We have worked on multiple projects that needed to withstand high loads, such as marketplaces with millions of products and websites with millions of monthly visitors. We can help you deal with different aspects of building such high-load solutions.
Systems with millions of users
We have built solutions with 10+ million users per month
E-commerce projects
We have developed e-commerce projects with 30+ million SKUs
Load testing
We perform load testing for such projects and identify vulnerabilities
Project optimization
We can adjust the project or parts of it for high loads
Cloud migration
We can perform cloud migration to prepare your system for high loads
Database management
We fine-tune databases to adapt them to high-loads
Cloud projects
Most of our projects are based on AWS, Google, or Azure
Multiple databases
We have experience with projects that have more than one database
Enterprise clients
We have built high-load solutions for Kia, Danone, Pepsi, and other companies
Security
We implement a multi-level security strategy for sensitive data
Uninterrupted service
We ensure uninterrupted service with automatic recovery from server failures
99.99% availability
Your service will be available 99.99% of the time
Scalability
We scale your solution to meet increasing loads
Caching
We optimize your application’s performance through effective caching
Load prediction
We determine optimal configurations for maximum service performance
Cloud cost optimization
We automatically shut down unused cloud resources to reduce costs
DDoS protection
We implement protection from cyberattacks and DDoS attacks
Monitoring tools
We adjust monitoring tools for problem detection and resolution
Log management
We maintain detailed logs for effective troubleshooting and analysis
Experienced team
Our team has over 20 years of experience with high-load systems
Google PageSpeed Insight
We optimize your front end for a high Google PageSpeed Insights score
Our Awards
Authoritative Design Award
Behance Interaction Award
Technologies
We choose the technology stack for every software development project individually. Here are those we specialize in.
Programming languages:
Web / Frameworks:
Databases / Data storage:
DevOps containers:
DevOps automation:
DevOps CI/CD:
DevOps monitoring:
Testing:
Clouds:
Industries
Core domains we specialize in
Additional domains we have experience in
FINANCE
REAL ESTATE
TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY
AGRICULTURE
MEDIA & PUBLISHING
And experience in over 20 other industries!
Results
Scalable and flexible system
Handling vast data amounts efficiently
Dealing with high translation volumes
Seamless interactions with users
Suitable tech stack for your project
Secure and predictable solution
High performance under peak load
Easy and fast technology changes
Effective server operation
A solid foundation for the entire project
FAQ
Here you will find answers to common questions about high-load system development. If your questions remain unanswered, book a call with us and we’ll discuss them.
What are the common challenges in developing high-load systems?
While building high-load solutions, one may face performance bottlenecks, scalability issues, data consistency problems, and security threats. Most of them can be mitigated with careful planning, design, optimization, and constant performance monitoring.
What is your approach to performance testing and optimization?
We conduct comprehensive performance testing throughout the development to identify and mitigate potential bottlenecks. Our team uses optimization techniques such as caching, load balancing, and database tuning to ensure optimal system performance.
How do you ensure the security of a high-load system?
We implement robust security measures, including encryption, authentication, and access controls, to protect your sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access. Our team utilizes the latest security best practices to safeguard your solution.