Business Details
17 Years
experience
Trusted Mobile App Development Solutions in Melbourne
Established in 2009 by aerospace industry veterans, we are Orbital8, a Melbourne-based software development company specialising in secure, cross-platform mobile applications. Our team combines deep technical expertise with a human-centred design approach to deliver mission-critical solutions trusted by millions of Australians. With over a decade of experience across industries including healthcare, insurance, and government, we prioritise solving complex challenges while maintaining rigorous security standards.Our local team has built a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and strategic partnership, evidenced by long-term client relationships and testimonials highlighting our problem-solving capabilities. We specialise in mobile app development, digital card solutions, cloud infrastructure, and custom software, ensuring our clients' digital assets remain robust, scalable, and future-ready.
Services
Mobile App Development
Digital Card Solutions
Cloud Development
Custom Software
App Maintenance
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have extensive experience solving complex software challenges from our aerospace backgrounds.
- Our proven track record delivers scalable, secure enterprise applications trusted by millions.
- Our entirely Australia-based team prioritises reliability, professionalism, and strategic outcomes.
- We specialise in mobile app security with proactive vulnerability identification and mitigation.
- Our client-centric approach focuses on business drivers rather than generic technical solutions.
What people say
Absolute delight
Game-changer
Expertise and advice
Outstanding work
Elegant solutions
Services
Mobile App Development
We build secure cross-platform mobile applications using React Native, Swift, and Kotlin. Our human-centred design approach ensures intuitive user experiences while maintaining enterprise-grade security. With expertise in integrating complex systems, we deliver apps that align with business objectives and technical requirements.
Digital Card Solutions
Our PassX platform enables organisations to launch digital membership cards in Apple and Google Wallet. This eco-friendly solution provides real-time information access while eliminating plastic card costs. We handle technical implementation from identity verification to wallet integration for seamless deployment.
Cloud Development
We develop scalable cloud applications using AWS and Azure serverless architectures. Our solutions optimise infrastructure costs while maintaining high reliability through automated scaling and continuous monitoring. This approach reduces maintenance overhead while ensuring future-proof technical foundations.
Custom Software
Our full-stack developers create tailored software solutions spanning web platforms, APIs, and IoT integrations. We specialise in connecting disparate systems through robust backend development and database optimisation, ensuring seamless data flow across modern enterprise environments.
App Maintenance
We provide proactive monitoring and maintenance for existing applications. Our services include security updates, performance optimisation, and compatibility upgrades for iOS and Android platforms. This ensures long-term reliability while allowing clients to focus on core business operations.
People
Marc
Managing Director
Marc founded Orbital8 after leading aerospace software projects for major defence contractors. With 20+ years in technology, he specialises in mobile development and strategic software solutions that prioritise user needs over technical complexity.
Adam
Director
Adam co-founded Orbital8 following his aerospace engineering software career. He oversees high-profile projects across health and financial sectors, focusing on translating technical capabilities into business outcomes that deliver measurable impact for clients.
Questions
What industries do you work with?
We've delivered solutions for healthcare, insurance, government, transport, retail, and not-for-profits since 2009, leveraging cross-industry insights to solve unique challenges.
How do you ensure app security?
Security is integrated from initial design through development. We implement secure data handling, proactive vulnerability testing, and follow industry best practices for mobile application security.
Can you help with existing apps?
Yes, we specialise in revitalising apps through performance optimisation, security upgrades, and user experience improvements while maintaining compatibility with evolving operating systems.
Do you offer ongoing support?
We provide proactive maintenance plans and on-demand support services including technical troubleshooting, feature enhancements, and team augmentation for ongoing project needs.
What technologies do you use?
We work with React Native, .NET MAUI, Swift, Kotlin, AWS, Azure, and modern web frameworks to deliver cross-platform solutions that balance performance with development efficiency.
Reviews (1)
Ralph Esslinger
Aug 12, 2021
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Orbital8 were easy to work with and helpful through the whole process. The designer was able to solve some design issues in a very elegant yet simple way. This helped me to improved the workflow so my software solution is even more of a delight to use.
