Delivery model · not the product

Scale your engineering team when the roadmap needs it

We design and build the system first. When you need sustained delivery capacity, we embed fully-managed senior engineers into your roadmap — Australian-led, with delivery from Australia and Vietnam.

~14 day onboard
AU leadership · VN delivery
Your repos & cloud accounts
Embedded engineering team delivering on a product roadmap

Roadmaps are the interface.
Embedded engineers are how they ship.

Modern Technology Stack

AWS
Microsoft Azure
Node.js
React
SAP
ServiceNow
Terraform
Kubernetes
Google
AWS
Microsoft Azure
Node.js
React
SAP
ServiceNow
Terraform
Kubernetes
Google

Outcomes we embed for

Dedicated teams exist to ship AI products, cloud platforms and software faster — not to sell seats.

Ship the roadmap

Named engineers on your backlog — AI features, APIs, cloud platforms, migrations — with Australian technical leadership.

Accelerate without hiring delay

Typically onboard in about 14 days into your tools, repos and cloud accounts — without a multi-month recruiting cycle.

Fill senior gaps

Cloud, DevOps, full-stack and AI/ML engineers who work as part of your team, not a distant ticket queue.

AU-led · AU + VN footprint

Australian contracts and day-to-day leadership, with delivery capacity from Australia and Vietnam.

Scale up or down

Grow capacity when the product needs it; reduce when the spike ends — without carrying permanent headcount risk.

You own the work

IP, repos and cloud accounts stay yours. We embed to deliver outcomes, then leave clean documentation behind.

EMBEDDED TEAMS

Australian Leadership + Embedded Engineering Scale

Your systems are architected, secured, and quality-controlled by senior engineers from Australia. Delivery is scaled through embedded teams in Vietnam, giving you the discipline of enterprise architecture with the velocity of a dedicated engineering organisation.

Get enterprise-grade delivery with startup agility. Our dedicated teams seamlessly integrate with your organization and deliver results from day one.

Cloud Architecture
DevOps Automation
Infrastructure as Code
CI/CD Pipelines
AI Implementation
SRE Practices
4+
Years Active
25+
Engineers
2
Global Hubs
24/7
Operations
Software Development Team

Dedicated Teams

Fully managed cloud engineering teams that seamlessly integrate with your organization

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Success Stories

Our Case Studies

Production systems for Australian founders and teams: full platforms, secure assistants, and cloud engineering that ships.

Financial services
Insurance broker go-to-market platform with AI agent

Insurance broker go-to-market platform

A complete launch platform for an Australian insurance broker: marketing website, lead qualification funnel, client portal backed by a database, and a secure AI assistant for first-line client questions.

20 Pages
Website + landing pages
3–4 Wks
Kick-off to launch
Secure
Private AI assistant
Sports & membership
Sports membership platform cloud engineering

Sports membership platform as embedded engineering team

Eight months embedded with an Australian sports membership app: secure member accounts, scalable video delivery, fixes after independent security testing, and monitoring the internal team can run day to day.

8 Months
Embedded team
Scaled
Separated services
4 Fixes
Security review
Applied AI
AI UGC video automation pipeline

AI ad-video production pipeline

A repeatable video production workflow for an Australian advertising agency. Add a presenter, script, and voice description; get social-ready videos back. No studio, actors, or usage fees.

Cloud
On-demand compute
$0.40/hr
Typical run cost
3 Inputs
Finished video out
Research & analytics
Secure AWS agent environment for data analysis

Secure analysis environment with AI agents

A private cloud workspace for an Australian research firm. AI reads incoming documents and email, pulls out structured findings, and hands them to the internal team. All data stays in the client's own environment.

Private
Isolated workspace
Controlled
Team permissions
Automated
Parse and organise

Compose the team around the outcome

Most clients start with architecture, AI or product development. As the work grows, we embed the roles that keep delivery moving:

AI / ML engineers
Full-stack & backend engineers
Cloud / platform engineers
DevOps & SRE
Frontend / product UI
Australian technical lead

Each engagement is led by Australian engineering leadership so quality, communication and architecture stay aligned with your business goals.

Australian-led engineering team with Vietnam delivery capacity
Strategic Capabilities

Strategic Expertise

Architecture advisory and strategic guidance across cloud, security, and AI engineered for enterprise scale.

Cloud Architecture & Governance

Cloud Architecture & Governance

  • Multi-account governance and landing zone design
  • Well-Architected Framework reviews and implementation
  • Cloud migration strategy and architecture
  • Cost optimization and FinOps advisory
DevSecOps Operating Models

DevSecOps Operating Models

  • DevSecOps transformation programs
  • CI/CD operating model design
  • Security automation strategy
  • Platform engineering advisory
  • Infrastructure as Code standards
  • Observability and monitoring architecture
Security & Compliance

Security & Compliance

  • ASD Essential Eight implementation
  • ISO27001 compliance architecture
  • Cloud security posture assessment
  • Identity and access management design
AI Architecture & Private AI

AI Architecture & Private AI

  • Private AI solution architecture
  • Secure RAG implementation strategy
  • AI/ML infrastructure design
  • Responsible AI governance

Our strategic advisory services help Australian enterprises architect secure, compliant, and scalable cloud environments.

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COMPARISON

Compare Hiring Options

Make an informed decision for your development needs

Feature
Global Teams
Local Hiring
Cost Efficiency
40%+ cost savings
Higher costs
Ramp-up Time
Ready within 14 days
2+ months typically
Delivery footprint
AU leadership + AU/VN engineers
Local market only
Technical Breadth
Wide range of expertise
Market-dependent skills
Time Zones
APAC aligned, some async work
Same time zone alignment
Team Integration
Managed by AU/EU leads
Direct in-office collaboration

Both options have their advantages depending on your specific needs and circumstances. Contact us for a personalized assessment of which approach would work best for your project.

ROI CALCULATOR

Calculate Your Savings

See how much you can save by working with our dedicated cloud engineering teams

Your Team Parameters

5 engineers
15101520
$150,000
$100k$150k$200k$250k
12 months
3 mo12 mo24 mo36 mo

Your Estimated Savings

Local Team Cost
$750,000
Our Team Cost
$450,000
Total Savings
$300,000

Additional Benefits

Faster Time to Market
60 days
Productivity Increase
40%

This calculator provides an estimate based on industry averages. Actual savings may vary depending on specific project requirements, team composition, and other factors. Contact us for a detailed analysis.

Why Choose Us

Why Choose Cipher Projects

Strategic cloud advisory and architecture expertise you can trust to deliver value.

Senior Architecture Leadership

Strategic cloud architecture guidance from experienced architects with proven track records in enterprise cloud transformations and security-first design.

Strategic Advisory

Comprehensive cloud strategy development, architecture assessments, and roadmap planning aligned with your business objectives.

Security & Compliance Excellence

Deep expertise in ASD Essential Eight, ISO27001, and compliance frameworks ensuring your cloud environment meets stringent security standards.

Cloud Modernization

Transform legacy infrastructure to modern cloud-native architectures with zero-downtime migrations and optimized cloud operations.

DevSecOps Transformation

Establish secure CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code practices, and automated security controls across your organization.

Reliable Engineering

Build resilient, scalable systems with SRE best practices, comprehensive monitoring, and incident response strategies.

How We Work

01

Discovery

We analyze your technical requirements and business objectives

02

Architecture Review

Comprehensive assessment of current state and target architecture

03

Strategy Development

Clear roadmap with milestones and deliverables

04

Implementation Leadership

Guide your team through execution with expert oversight

05

Ongoing Advisory

Continuous optimization and strategic guidance

Security & Trust

Enterprise-Grade Security

Your data and infrastructure security is our top priority, backed by industry-leading certifications and practices.

AWS Certified

Solutions Architect & DevOps Professional

GCP Certified

Cloud Engineer & Cloud Architect

Terraform Certified

Infrastructure Automation Expertise

Azure Certified

Cloud Solutions & Architecture

Our Security Practices

End-to-end encryption for all data
Regular security audits and testing
Strict access controls and authentication
Continuous monitoring and threat detection
Industry compliance and standards
Regular security training for all team members
Learn more about our security
Security Operations Center

24/7 Security Monitoring

Dedicated team monitoring your infrastructure around the clock for immediate threat response.

Technology Partners

AWS
Azure
SAP
ServiceNow

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Direct answers about this service — how we work, timelines, and what to expect.

No. Cipher Projects is an AI engineering studio — we design, build and scale software systems. Dedicated teams are a delivery model: after architecture, AI or product work begins, we embed fully-managed senior engineers into your roadmap when you need sustained capacity.

Ready to scale delivery?

Tell us what you are shipping — AI product, cloud platform or product roadmap — and we will propose the embedded team that matches the outcome.

Engineering team delivering production systems