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Fractional CTO / Technical Partner
Strategic technical leadership without the full-time commitment.
Part-Time Technical Leadership
$250 - $500/hourBest for: Non-technical founders who need CTO-level guidance, companies between technical hires, or teams that need senior oversight on critical decisions.
You don't always need a full-time CTO. Sometimes you need someone who can audit a vendor proposal, interview engineering candidates, review your architecture before a big release, or help you make strategic technology decisions. I've been the technical co-founder, the VP of Engineering, and the startup CTO — I bring that experience to your team on a fractional basis.
What I Do
- Architecture Reviews — Evaluate your technical foundation and identify risks before they become problems
- Vendor Audits — Review agency proposals, contractor quotes, and third-party integrations
- Technical Hiring — Interview engineering candidates, review take-home assignments, assess team fit
- Due Diligence — Technical assessment for investors or acquirers
- Strategic Planning — Roadmap development, build vs buy decisions, technology selection
- Team Coaching — Mentorship for junior engineers, process improvements, code review standards
Engagement Options
- Hourly — $250-$500/hour for specific tasks or meetings
- Monthly Retainer — Ongoing availability (hours vary by needs)
- Project-Based — Fixed scope for audits, hiring sprints, or specific deliverables
My Background
- 15+ years in technology, from startups to enterprise
- 50+ products shipped across fintech, healthtech, real estate, biotech, consumer
- Technical co-founder and CTO experience
- Published author and newsletter writer on AI and startup technology
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Rate varies based on engagement type and commitment level. Book a call to discuss your needs and I'll propose a structure that works.