Premium Engineering Sprints
WithSeismic is led by Doug Silkstone, backed by a dedicated team of specialists. Every engagement includes a UX designer, technical growth manager, and fullstack engineering team working in focused two-week sprints.Two-Week Sprint
$7,000 / SprintFor: MVPs, Tools & AutomationsHigh-intensity execution with full team focus.
- Team: UX Designer + Growth Manager + Fullstack Engineers
- Duration: 2 Weeks (Full Focus)
- Deliverable: Production-ready code + deployment
- Best For: Chrome Extensions, Automations, Internal Tools
Typical Engagement
28,000Over 6-8 Weeks (3-4 Sprints)Most clients engage for a complete build cycle.
- Sprint 1: Discovery, architecture, core build
- Sprint 2: Feature development, integrations
- Sprint 3: Polish, testing, launch support
- Result: Production system with real users
The Team Behind Every Sprint
Unlike solo contractors or bloated agencies, WithSeismic brings a focused team to every engagement:UX Designer
User research, interface design, and experience optimization. Your product looks and feels professional from day one.
Technical Growth Manager
Strategy, prioritization, and business alignment. Ensures we build what drives revenue, not just what’s technically interesting.
Fullstack Engineers
Senior TypeScript/React/Node developers led by Doug Silkstone. Production-grade code, not prototypes.
What $7,000 Gets You
Each two-week sprint delivers:- 40+ hours of focused engineering time
- UX design and user flow optimization
- Growth strategy alignment and prioritization
- Daily async updates via Slack/Loom
- Weekly demos of working features
- Production deployment to your infrastructure
- Documentation and handoff materials
The “Cost of Inaction” Calculator
Why invest in a premium team when you could hire cheaper? Because cheap is expensive.| Scenario | Cost | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Do Nothing | $0 (Direct) | Competitors ship first. Manual ops costs compound. |
| Hire Junior | $80k/yr + Equity | 6-month ramp up. Technical debt. Management overhead. |
| Hire Agency | $20-30k/mo | Bloated scope. “Project Managers”. Slow feedback loops. |
| WithSeismic | $7k/sprint | Production code in 2 weeks. Full team. Zero overhead. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Why $7,000 per sprint?
Why $7,000 per sprint?
You’re getting a complete team: UX designer, growth manager, and senior fullstack engineers. That’s 3-4 specialists focused on your project for two weeks.Compare to hiring: A single senior engineer costs 100k. A growth manager another 30-40k/month for the same team full-time.With us, you get that expertise concentrated into intense sprints when you need it.
Why do most clients do 6 weeks?
Why do most clients do 6 weeks?
Six weeks (3 sprints) is the sweet spot for building something meaningful:
- Sprint 1: Understand the problem, architect the solution, build the foundation
- Sprint 2: Core features, integrations, user flows
- Sprint 3: Polish, edge cases, deployment, handoff
What's included in each sprint?
What's included in each sprint?
Every sprint includes the full team (UX, growth, engineering), daily async updates, weekly video demos, production deployment, and complete documentation. You’re not paying for “hours” - you’re paying for outcomes.
Can we start with one sprint to test the fit?
Can we start with one sprint to test the fit?
Absolutely. Many clients start with a single $7k sprint to build trust. If it works, we plan the next phases together. No long-term commitment required.
What if we need ongoing support after the sprints?
What if we need ongoing support after the sprints?
Most clients either take ownership of the codebase (it’s 100% yours) or continue with additional sprints as needed. We also offer maintenance retainers for clients who want ongoing support without full sprint intensity.