Bitcube

Bitcube was founded in 2009 and operates with a multi-skilled team based in the United Kingdom and South Africa. The company has spent nearly two decades building custom software, mobile apps, and eCommerce platforms for startups and growing businesses across markets including the UK, USA, The Netherlands, Singapore, Angola, Namibia, and South Africa. Their stated approach combines bespoke development with AI-enhanced workflows—all team members are AI-enabled to improve efficiency in coding, testing, and delivery, while maintaining human oversight. Bitcube holds ISO 42001 certification for responsible AI management.

Services and capabilities

Bitcube's core offerings span six service lines. Bespoke software development covers custom solutions designed for unique business requirements, built with AI-enhanced development and delivered via agile approaches. Mobile app development includes iOS, Android, and cross-platform builds. Shopify theme development focuses on custom themes, third-party integrations, and full re-platforming for eCommerce brands. Their eCommerce services cover product management, conversion rate optimisation (CRO), event tracking, A/B testing, visual merchandising, and compliance work using tools like heatmaps and Microsoft Clarity. UX/UI design emphasises user-centred interfaces for apps, platforms, and digital products. They also offer dedicated startup and MVP services, combining rapid prototyping with end-to-end support across UI/UX, custom software, mobile, and eCommerce.

Technically, they work with React, Flutter, Node.js, Python, AWS, and Firebase. Their engagement process follows a structured path: discovery (goal-setting, constraint definition, budget alignment), planning (project definition, research, UX/UI design), build (AI-enhanced development, quality assurance, infrastructure), and grow (measurement, support, iteration). Bitcube states it will not push for unnecessary rebuilds; if existing systems need work, they recommend a pragmatic path that preserves what's already built. Their QA team is ISTQB-certified and integrates testing throughout the build process.

Notable work

Notwoways partnered with Bitcube to build a drop-ready Shopify storefront engineered to handle extreme traffic. Designworks Collective consolidated fragmented Shopify storefronts into a scalable master theme, enabling faster rollouts and consistent brand experiences across international markets. National Renal Care replaced manual medical systems with a mobile app and content management system for patient kidney care management. Smarter Britain received a scalable platform guiding UK entrepreneurs from idea to business launch. The company notes experience across fintech, healthtech, edtech, and SaaS platforms, with a track record supporting startups from MVP through Series A.

How they work

Bitcube operates office-based teams from shared spaces in the UK and South Africa, prioritising in-person collaboration most days of the week. Engagement begins with a discovery call via contact form or info@bitcube.tech to understand goals and challenges. The team scales flexibly—whether launching an MVP or scaling a product, their structure evolves with client needs. Post-launch, they provide ongoing maintenance, performance monitoring, and feature rollouts. The company emphasizes long-term partnerships and supports clients from proof of concept through exit. No pricing details are disclosed on their public site.

Team and credentials

Francois Joubert is co-founder and CEO; Herman van der Walt is CTO. The team includes software developers, QA testers, eCommerce specialists, and an executive assistant. Bitcube holds ISO 42001 certification for AI management and employs ISTQB-certified QA professionals. The company contributes to open-source projects and funds Tech Tuesday, a community initiative streaming live technology content to YouTube weekly, including live events, hackathons, and game jams.