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About Us

Building Software That Businesses Depend On

Skel Tech is a UK-based software development consultancy founded by Luke Skelhorn. We work with businesses that need more than off-the-shelf solutions, companies that require custom-built software engineered to handle real operational complexity.

Our work spans logistics platforms processing thousands of deliveries, AI-powered applications that automate critical workflows, and SaaS products built from the ground up. We bring deep technical expertise in modern technologies and a pragmatic approach to solving problems that matter. Every engagement starts with understanding what you're trying to achieve. We then design and deliver software that fits your business, not the other way around.

What Sets Us Apart

01

Owner-Led Delivery

Every project is led and delivered by the founder. You work directly with the person writing the code. No handoffs, no miscommunication.

02

Production-Grade Engineering

We build systems designed for reliability and scale. Clean architectures, comprehensive APIs, and robust infrastructure, not prototypes dressed up as products.

03

Full-Stack Capability

From backend APIs and database design to frontend applications and cloud infrastructure, we handle the complete technical stack.

04

Long-Term Thinking

We build for maintainability. Well-documented code, sensible architecture decisions, and technology choices that won't paint you into a corner.

Meet the Team

The people behind Skel Tech.

Luke Skelhorn

Luke Skelhorn

Founder & Lead Engineer

A software developer with over 10 years of experience in the industry. He has a strong background in web development, with expertise in languages such as TypeScript, Go, Python and SQL. Luke has a passion for building scalable and efficient applications with a strong focus on security and performance. He has a proven track record of delivering high quality software on time and within budget.

Rachel Skelhorn ACMA CGMA

Rachel Skelhorn ACMA CGMA

Operations & Finance

A Chartered Management Accountant with over seven years of experience across finance and corporate environments. She specialises in process improvement and operational efficiency, with a focus on eliminating non value-adding activities and driving meaningful change within businesses. Rachel brings a strong technical edge to her work, leveraging SQL and Python to deliver automation and data-driven solutions across development projects.

Want to work together?

We'd love to hear about what you're building. Get in touch for a no-pressure conversation.