Fractional CTO for Startups & Growing Businesses
Senior technology leadership, architecture design, and engineering team guidance — on a part-time retainer. All the value of an experienced CTO, without the full-time cost.
Who This Is For
Pre-seed / Seed Startups
You have a product idea or early prototype but no technical co-founder. I help you build the right foundation from day one.
Funded Startups Scaling Up
You're growing fast and need senior technical leadership to manage complexity, hire engineers, and keep the product moving.
Businesses Adding Technology
You run a non-tech business and want to build an internal tool, automate operations, or launch a digital product without hiring a full-time CTO.
What I Do as Your Fractional CTO
Technology Strategy
Define your technology roadmap, choose the right tech stack, evaluate build vs. buy decisions, and align your engineering efforts with business goals.
Architecture & Design
Design scalable, maintainable system architectures. Code reviews, infrastructure planning, security assessments, and technical debt prioritization.
Engineering Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and grow your engineering team. Hiring decisions, process improvements, sprint planning, and culture-building for high-performing teams.
Product Roadmap Planning
Bridge the gap between business goals and technical delivery. Scope features, prioritize the backlog, manage technical risk, and communicate clearly with stakeholders.
What's Included
Common Questions
What is a Fractional CTO?
A Fractional CTO is an experienced technology leader who works with your company on a part-time or retainer basis — providing the strategic, architectural, and leadership value of a CTO without the full-time cost and commitment.
How much time do you dedicate per month?
Typically 20–40 hours per month depending on your needs. We structure the engagement around weekly strategy calls, async Slack availability, and scheduled deep-work sessions for architecture or code review.
Can you help us hire engineers?
Yes. I help define engineering roles, write job descriptions, conduct technical interviews, assess candidates, and onboard new hires — building a team that will outlast my engagement.
Do you write code as a Fractional CTO?
Sometimes, especially early in an engagement to establish architecture or unblock the team. The focus shifts toward leadership, strategy, and review as your team grows.
How long do Fractional CTO engagements typically last?
Most engagements run 3–12 months. Some clients use the service to bridge the gap until they hire a full-time CTO; others maintain the relationship long-term as a trusted technology advisor.
Ready to Work Together?
Free 30-minute intro call. Tell me about your stage, your team, and your biggest technology challenge — and I'll tell you how I can help.
Book a Free Intro Call