Engineering Services
Four models, one principle: senior engineers doing real work
We don't sell hours and we don't run pitches. Every engagement starts with understanding what you actually need — then we match the right model, the right people, and the right structure. This page helps you figure out which one.
Your Situation
Not sure which model? Start from your situation.
The Models
What each model delivers — and what it costs
Extended Workbench
Monthly retainerMonthly engineering retainer for ongoing development. Same senior team, growing context, no hiring overhead.
Internal Tooling
Fixed projectCustom tools that replace Excel and manual workflows. Built for SMEs that need operational efficiency.
Co Venture
Equity partnershipSelective partnerships with founders who have real markets. You bring customers, we build the product.
DevRel
Flexible engagementDeveloper Relations as a service. Community building, technical content, and ecosystem growth for tech companies.
Side by Side
Compare engagement models at a glance
Extended Workbench
- Model
- Monthly retainer
- Duration
- Ongoing
- Team
- 1–3 engineers
- Price
- From €4,000/mo
- Best for
- Scaling without hiring
- You provide
- Product direction, backlog, feedback
- We deliver
- Code, reviews, architecture, deployment
Internal Tooling
- Model
- Fixed project
- Duration
- 2–4 months
- Team
- 2–3 engineers
- Price
- From €15,000
- Best for
- Replacing manual workflows
- You provide
- Process knowledge, data, user feedback
- We deliver
- Custom application, migration, docs
Co Venture
- Model
- Equity partnership
- Duration
- 12+ months
- Team
- 1–2 engineers
- Price
- Equity + Cash
- Best for
- Building from scratch
- You provide
- Market, customers, domain expertise
- We deliver
- Product, tech stack, technical leadership
DevRel
- Model
- Flexible engagement
- Duration
- 3–12 months
- Team
- 1 DevRel lead
- Price
- Custom
- Best for
- Developer community growth
- You provide
- Product access, brand guidelines
- We deliver
- Content, community, events, DX improvements
How Every Engagement Starts
Same principles, every time
Conversation, not pitch
We start with a call to understand your situation. No slides, no sales script — just honest questions about what you need and whether we're a good fit.
Scope and structure
We propose a model, team composition, and timeline. You see exactly what you're getting, what it costs, and how we'll work together.
Build with transparency
Work happens in your tools, on your schedule. You see every commit, join every standup, and can course-correct at any point.
Handover or continue
When the work is done, we hand over clean code and documentation. If you need ongoing support, we continue. No lock-in, no surprises.
Pricing
Clear pricing, no surprises
Extended Workbench
Monthly retainerPer engineer, monthly retainer. 3-month initial commitment, then month-to-month.
Internal Tooling
Fixed projectFixed price per project. Scope defined upfront. Payment tied to milestones.
Co Venture
Equity partnershipReduced cash rate plus meaningful equity. Aligned incentives — we succeed when you succeed.
DevRel
Flexible engagementDepends on scope: content-only, full community management, or embedded DevRel. We'll scope it together.
All prices exclude VAT. Final pricing depends on scope and complexity. We'll give you a clear number before any work starts.
Is This for You?
Honest about fit
This works well when...
- You need senior engineers, not junior resources
- You value transparency and direct communication
- You're building something real — not exploring ideas
- You want long-term partnership, not a one-off gig
- Your team is small but your ambitions aren't
Probably not the right fit if...
- You need the cheapest option available
- You want to manage individual developers by the hour
- You need a team of 20+ engineers overnight
- You're looking for a body shop with interchangeable resources
- You don't have clarity on what you want to build
Not sure? That's fine. A 30-minute call is the fastest way to figure out if we're a match.
Models Evolve
Your needs change. Our engagement adapts.
We don't force you into a box. Most clients' needs evolve over time — an Internal Tooling project turns into ongoing support, a Workbench engagement leads to a joint venture. The model is a starting point, not a constraint.
"We started with a single Internal Tooling project. Six months later, Knupi runs our entire platform engineering."
More Questions
Next Step
Not sure which model fits? We'll help you figure it out.
A 30-minute call is enough. We'll ask about your situation, recommend a model, and give you a clear next step — no commitment required.