Build scalable, cloud-native SaaS platforms that grow with your business. 5labs designs and develops multi-tenant software solutions with subscription billing, robust APIs, and enterprise-grade infrastructure. From MVP validation to full-scale deployment, we help Edinburgh businesses and startups launch products that users love.
Software as a Service is transforming the way businesses operate. At 5labs, we specialise in building SaaS platforms from the ground up, architecting systems that handle thousands of concurrent users, process secure payments, and scale seamlessly across cloud infrastructure.
Whether you are a startup with a bold idea or an established business looking to launch a subscription-based product, our Edinburgh team delivers every stage of the SaaS lifecycle. From initial concept validation and web development to multi-tenant database design and ongoing platform management, we build software that generates recurring revenue.
We integrate subscription billing via Stripe, build RESTful and GraphQL APIs for third-party connectivity, and deploy on AWS or Azure with auto-scaling and redundancy built in. Our approach combines AI-powered features where they add real value, and we ensure your platform is secure, compliant, and ready for growth.
Everything you need to launch and scale a successful SaaS product
We design scalable multi-tenant architectures that isolate customer data securely while sharing infrastructure efficiently. Database-per-tenant, schema-per-tenant, or shared schema: we choose the right model for your use case.
Integrated payment processing with Stripe, including tiered pricing plans, free trials, usage-based billing, invoicing, and automated dunning. Your revenue engine, fully automated from day one.
Deployed on AWS or Azure with auto-scaling, load balancing, and redundancy. We configure infrastructure as code using Terraform and Docker, ensuring consistent environments from development to production.
Well-documented RESTful and GraphQL APIs that allow third-party integrations, mobile app connectivity, and webhook-driven automation. Built for developers, designed for reliability.
Validate your SaaS idea quickly with a minimum viable product. We focus on core features that prove market fit, then iterate based on real user feedback and analytics data.
Role-based access control, data encryption at rest and in transit, GDPR compliance, SOC 2 readiness, and regular security audits. Your users' data is protected at every layer.
A structured approach from concept to launch and beyond
We analyse your market, define your target users, and map out the feature set. This phase includes competitor analysis, user journey mapping, and technical feasibility assessment.
System architecture, database schema design, UI/UX wireframes, and technology stack selection. We plan for scale from the very beginning so you never outgrow your platform.
Rapid development of your core product. We ship the MVP fast, get it in front of real users, and gather feedback. Data-driven decisions guide every iteration.
Complete feature build-out including billing, user management, dashboards, reporting, third-party integrations, and API endpoints. Thorough testing at every stage.
Production deployment on cloud infrastructure with CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, alerting, and automated backups. We handle the launch so you can focus on acquiring customers.
Post-launch support, performance optimisation, feature expansion, and scaling. We partner with you as your user base grows, ensuring your platform performs at every stage.
Modern, battle-tested tools for building world-class SaaS platforms
EC2, Lambda, RDS, S3, CloudFront, and more. Amazon Web Services provides the foundation for highly available, globally distributed SaaS applications.
Azure App Service, Azure SQL, Blob Storage, and Active Directory integration. Ideal for enterprise SaaS products requiring Microsoft ecosystem compatibility.
High-performance server-side JavaScript for real-time features, API development, and microservices architecture. Event-driven and non-blocking for maximum throughput.
Component-based frontend framework for building responsive, interactive SaaS dashboards and user interfaces. Fast rendering and a rich ecosystem of libraries.
Enterprise-grade relational database with advanced features for multi-tenant data isolation, complex queries, JSON support, and horizontal scaling with partitioning.
Industry-leading payment processing for subscription billing, one-time charges, invoicing, and revenue analytics. PCI-compliant and developer-friendly.
Complementary solutions to enhance your SaaS platform
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Learn More →Common questions about our SaaS development services
SaaS development is the process of building cloud-hosted software applications that users access via a web browser or API, typically on a subscription basis. Rather than installing software locally, customers log in online and pay monthly or annually. 5labs builds SaaS products from concept through to launch and ongoing maintenance.
An MVP typically takes 8 to 12 weeks depending on complexity. A full-featured SaaS platform can take 4 to 9 months. We use agile sprints so you see progress every two weeks and can launch incrementally rather than waiting for a complete build.
SaaS development costs vary based on feature complexity, integrations, and scale requirements. An MVP might start from around GBP 15,000 to GBP 40,000, while a fully featured platform can range from GBP 50,000 to GBP 150,000 or more. We provide detailed proposals after an initial discovery session so you know exactly what to expect.
Multi-tenant architecture allows a single instance of your software to serve multiple customers (tenants) while keeping their data isolated and secure. This approach is cost-efficient and scalable. 5labs designs the right tenancy model for your product, whether that is shared database, schema-per-tenant, or database-per-tenant.
Yes. We integrate Stripe for subscription management, including tiered pricing, free trials, metered billing, coupon codes, invoicing, and automated dunning for failed payments. Your billing is fully automated and PCI compliant from launch day.
Absolutely. We specialise in rapid MVP development that validates your idea with real users as quickly as possible. We focus on the core features that prove market fit, then iterate and expand based on user feedback and data. Many of our startup clients have gone on to raise funding after launching with 5labs.
We deploy primarily on AWS and Microsoft Azure. The choice depends on your specific requirements, existing infrastructure, and compliance needs. Both platforms offer auto-scaling, global CDN, managed databases, and enterprise-grade security. We configure everything using infrastructure as code for consistency and repeatability.
Yes. We offer ongoing support and maintenance packages that include 24/7 monitoring, bug fixes, security patches, performance optimisation, and feature development. Most of our SaaS clients partner with us long-term as their platform grows and evolves.
Cloud-Native Architecture | Subscription Billing | Scalable Infrastructure
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