[jk8]

Let's look at it this way... Someone is an indie developer working late nights and he/she wants to release a web app and see what happens. They have the money for hosting and coding skills. If the web app gains traction and makes money, then they could think about hiring an UX engineer.

[egze]

Sure, you don't need a designer from day one to build something, if you are OK with a poorly designed product.