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.
- About 14 days to onboard
- AU leadership · VN delivery
- Your repos and cloud accounts
Roadmaps are the interface.Embedded engineers are how they ship.
Outcomes
Outcomes we embed for
01
Ship the roadmap
Named engineers on your backlog for AI features, APIs, cloud platforms and migrations, with Australian technical leadership.
02
Accelerate without hiring delay
Typically onboard in about 14 days into your tools, repos and cloud accounts, without a multi month recruiting cycle.
03
Fill senior gaps
Cloud, DevOps, full stack and AI/ML engineers who work as part of your team, not a distant ticket queue.
04
AU-led · AU + VN footprint
Australian contracts and day to day leadership, with delivery capacity from Australia and Vietnam.
05
Scale up or down
Grow capacity when the product needs it and reduce it when the spike ends, without carrying permanent headcount risk.
06
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
Get enterprise grade delivery with startup agility. Our dedicated teams 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
Dedicated Teams
Fully managed cloud engineering teams that integrate with your organization.
Selected work
Our Case Studies
Financial services
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.
- Website + landing pages
- 20 Pages
- Kick-off to launch
- 3–4 Wks
- Private AI assistant
- Secure
Sports & membership
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.
- Embedded team
- 8 Months
- Separated services
- Scaled
- Security review
- 4 Fixes
Applied AI
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.
- On-demand compute
- Cloud
- Typical run cost
- $0.40/hr
- Finished video out
- 3 Inputs
Research & analytics
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.
- Isolated workspace
- Private
- Team permissions
- Controlled
- Parse and organise
- Automated
Roles
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.
Each engagement is led by Australian engineering leadership so quality, communication and architecture stay aligned with your business goals.
- 01AI / ML engineers
- 02Full stack and backend engineers
- 03Cloud / platform engineers
- 04DevOps and SRE
- 05Frontend / product UI
- 06Australian technical lead
Strategic capabilities
Strategic Expertise
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 transformation programs
- CI/CD operating model design
- Security automation strategy
- Platform engineering advisory
- Infrastructure as Code standards
- Observability and monitoring architecture
Security & Compliance
- ASD Essential Eight implementation
- ISO27001 compliance architecture
- Cloud security posture assessment
- Identity and access management design
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.
See our cloud architecture advisoryComparison
Compare Hiring Options
| 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 | Skills depend on the local market |
| 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.
Savings calculator
Calculate Your Savings
Your Team Parameters
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
01
Senior Architecture Leadership
Strategic cloud architecture guidance from experienced architects with proven track records in enterprise cloud transformations and security first design.
02
Strategic Advisory
Comprehensive cloud strategy development, architecture assessments and roadmap planning aligned with your business objectives.
03
Security & Compliance Excellence
Deep expertise in ASD Essential Eight, ISO27001 and compliance frameworks so your cloud environment meets stringent security standards.
04
Cloud Modernization
Transform legacy infrastructure to modern cloud native architectures with zero downtime migrations and optimized cloud operations.
05
DevSecOps Transformation
Establish secure CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure as code practices and automated security controls across your organization.
06
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 and trust
Enterprise-Grade Security
AWS Certified
Solutions Architect and DevOps Professional
GCP Certified
Cloud Engineer and Cloud Architect
Terraform Certified
Infrastructure Automation Expertise
Azure Certified
Cloud Solutions and 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
24/7 Security Monitoring
Dedicated team monitoring your infrastructure around the clock for immediate threat response.
Technology Partners
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Direct answers about this service: how we work, timelines and what to expect.
Is a dedicated team your main product?
- No. Cipher Projects is a cloud, security and AI engineering studio — we design, build and scale software systems. Dedicated teams are a delivery model: after architecture, security, AI or product work begins, we embed fully-managed senior engineers into your roadmap when you need sustained capacity.
How quickly can you embed engineers?
- Typical onboard is about 14 days into your repos, cloud accounts and rituals when capacity is available. Engagements start from about $7,500 AUD per month per engineer depending on role.
Where are the engineers based?
- Australian engineering leadership and contracts, with delivery capacity from Australia and Vietnam. You get overlapping APAC hours and clear ownership — not an unmanaged offshore bench.
What outcomes do embedded teams usually ship?
- AI product features and agents, cloud platform work, migrations, APIs and product roadmap delivery. We compose the team around the outcome — AI/ML, full-stack, cloud/platform, DevOps/SRE — rather than selling generic seats.
Next step
Ready to scale delivery?
Tell us what you are shipping, whether that is an AI product, a cloud platform or a product roadmap, and we will propose the embedded team that matches the outcome.