Launch faster with a seasoned technical partner. I build lean MVPs, automation backends, and internal tools — productized Rails services delivered in weeks with clean, scalable architecture.
Let's TalkWhat I Offer
Internal Tool Sprint
Launch a scoped internal tool with clean UI, admin, and core logic — built for speed and long-term sanity.
- User authentication & roles
- Admin interface
- Custom workflows
- PDF or email automation
Timeline: 3 weeks
Starting at: $6,500
Strategy Sprint
Get clarity before you build. A focused 1-week engagement to scope the right thing, the first time.
- Scope & architecture
- Feature breakdowns
- Wireframes
- Build-ready handoff
Timeline: 1 week
Fixed price: $2,500
Internal Automation
Replace manual workflows with a small, focused Rails backend — scoped, fast, and ready to deploy.
- Custom endpoints
- Background jobs
- External integrations
- Dockerized handoff
Timeline: 2 weeks
Starting at: $3,500
Maintenance Plan
Stay supported after launch — async, minimal, and predictable maintenance for past builds.
- Bug fixes
- Minor UI or logic tweaks
- Stability updates
- GitHub-based workflow
Timeline: Ongoing
From: $1,000/month
Featured Products
Scoped builds from my two core offerings — each available as either an Internal Automation or Internal Tool Sprint.
Quoting Engine
Automation or UI Tool
Automate pricing logic and generate scoped quotes in minutes — with or without a web interface. Ideal for SaaS, logistics, or agency quoting.
Proposal Builder
Automation or UI Tool
Create branded, exportable proposals automatically — from your CRM, pricing system, or internal logic. Great for sales teams who move fast.
“Magnus was a great colleague—smart, dependable, and a fast learner… He consistently delivered high-quality work and was easy to collaborate with.”
Hi, I’m Magnus
With 10+ years of experience in tech — from NTNU research labs to co-founding my own startup — I’ve seen projects from every angle.
Since 2017, I’ve been building with Ruby on Rails — internal tools, B2C platforms, and full-blown SaaS products. These days I’m CTO at Midstay, leading a lean dev team and shipping under real-world pressure.
I care deeply about building clean, maintainable systems that scale, and I bring the same mindset to client work: move fast, but don’t cut corners.
I’m currently based in Indonesia, where I balance software and surf — building from one of the best remote work spots in the world.
What People Say
“Magnus was a great colleague—smart, dependable, and a fast learner no matter what the task required. He had a strong ability to understand complex problems, communicated clearly, and was always reliable—going the extra mile when it mattered. He consistently delivered high-quality work and was easy to collaborate with, both within the team and with clients. Working with him was both productive and genuinely enjoyable.”
“Magnus integrated seamlessly into our team and legacy codebase, quickly becoming a key contributor. His communication was the best we've experienced with a consultant, and his structured, self-reliant approach accelerated our development significantly. I highly recommend him.”
“Magnus has a rare mix of technical sharpness, calm execution, and long-term focus. I’ve known him since his early dev days, and it’s no surprise he’s now leading product as a founder.”
Featured work
Retreat Estimator - From Lead to Proposal in Minutes
To streamline lead qualification and improve response time, we built a public-facing cost estimator for Midstay, paired with an automated proposal request flow. Users get instant pricing and can request a tailored proposal via a guided form. Internally, the team can generate branded proposal PDFs in minutes using prefilled data. This system increased qualified leads and reduced manual sales effort.
Where I've Worked
Co-Founder & CTO
Freelance Consultant
Backend Developer
Teacher Assistant
PhD/Researcher