Berny — embedded fullstack engineers for a software studio

The challenge

Berny is a software studio with a healthy backlog of client work. They needed senior engineering capacity that could operate as part of their team — same standards, same accountability, same delivery rhythm — rather than an external vendor working at arm's length.

The priority was avoiding the typical friction of contractor arrangements: ramp-up time, inconsistent standards, and ownership that didn't carry across projects.

What we did

We embedded fullstack developers directly into Berny's workflow. The engineers participate in their standups, work in their repositories, and follow their delivery cadence. Mrkd Inc. supports hiring, retention, training, and performance; Berny directs the day-to-day work.

The model adapts naturally to how a studio operates. Project load fluctuates, but the team stays — carrying context across engagements and making each successive project move faster than the last.

What's underway

A rolling slate of client builds across web applications, internal tools, and AI integrations — owned by Berny, delivered by a team that includes our engineers.

Why it works

Berny scales delivery capacity without the time required to hire and retain senior engineers onshore. Our engineers bring the seniority; Berny brings the client relationships and product direction. The arrangement creates a stable, sustainable rhythm for both sides.