SpaceDev

SpaceDev is a blockchain and custom software development company with offices across Miami, Montevideo, Buenos Aires, and Medellín. Founded in 2018 (seven years of operation at time of writing), the company employs over 70 team members and has delivered more than 160 projects. They work with fintech startups, gaming platforms, energy companies, healthcare providers, and enterprises building Web2 and Web3 products. The company holds a 5.0 rating on Clutch with 40 perfect reviews and ranks among the top 5 blockchain companies globally on that platform.

Services and capabilities

SpaceDev offers six core service lines. Blockchain software development covers smart contracts, Layer 1 protocols, DeFi platforms, dApps, NFT ecosystems, DAOs, tokenized assets, and white-label crypto exchanges. They work across Ethereum, Aptos, and Solana. Web and mobile app development includes React and Next.js on the front end, Node.js and Python backends, native iOS/Android development, and cross-platform work with Flutter and React Native. They build SaaS platforms, e-commerce systems, gaming products, and enterprise applications. IT staff augmentation lets clients hire developers, designers, and engineers on flexible terms. Product discovery services validate ideas and define roadmaps before engineering begins. BlockAudit provides smart contract audits and blockchain security assessments. They also offer UX/UI design, quality assurance, API development, and custom CMS work.

Their engagement model offers two primary paths. The MVP Builder model runs through discovery, proposal, MVP build, and product growth phases—designed for rapid prototyping. IT staff augmentation handles candidate screening and ongoing team scaling. Both support companies moving into or scaling within Web3, as well as traditional SaaS.

Notable work

Named clients and projects include Ubicuity (April 2023–November 2023), Ulta Beauty (April 2023–ongoing), Blockus (January 2023–ongoing), and Boto in Spain (February 2022–February 2023). All are rated 5.0 on Clutch. Named blockchain projects include Blockchain For Energy (B4E), which works on energy industry transformation; FightFI, a fight fan engagement platform; ApeBond, an on-chain OTC token marketplace; Rarible, an NFT infrastructure and marketplace; and Drata, a cloud compliance and audit automation platform. The source does not provide detailed metrics on what was delivered for most projects, though it notes that SpaceDev's work has driven "faster transactions, stronger security, and smoother user experiences."

How they work

SpaceDev operates from U.S. Eastern time (Miami headquarters) with nearshore presence in Uruguay, Argentina, and Colombia. They describe themselves as combining "the agility of a startup, the precision of an engineering powerhouse, and the reliability of a global team." Projects move through defined phases: discovery, proposal, execution, and post-launch support. They emphasize transparent communication and full-cycle product ownership from ideation to scale. The company takes accountability for market readiness and explicitly offer flexible team models—either dedicated teams or augmentation—so clients choose their engagement structure. No specific pricing tiers are mentioned in the source material.

Team and credentials

SpaceDev has 70+ team members across four countries. Juan Manuel Sobral is CTO and co-founder; Diego Priliac is COO. The company holds a 5.0 rating on Clutch with 40 perfect reviews and ranks in Clutch's top 5 blockchain companies globally. They have no mention of ISO 27001, SOC 2, or formal security certifications in the source, though BlockAudit is their own audit offering. Spanish and English are spoken across the team.