Fractional CTO & Technical Architecture Services
Transform Your Technical Strategy
With 25+ years of engineering leadership experience at Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups, I help organizations bridge the gap between technical execution and business outcomes. From architecting HubSpot’s developer platform to driving Nike’s $250M digital transformation, I bring proven expertise in scaling engineering teams and building platforms that drive growth.
Proven Impact
- Revenue Growth: $250M+ in attributable revenue from platform initiatives
- Business Expansion: 48% growth in deals won through platform strategy
- Team Scaling: Built and led engineering organizations of 50+ engineers
- Operational Excellence: 80% reduction in deployment time through DevOps transformation
Service Offerings
Technical Advisory
10 hours/month | Month-to-month
Strategic guidance for technical decisions, architecture reviews, vendor evaluation, and engineering leadership mentoring. Perfect for companies needing expert technical oversight without full-time commitment.
What’s Included:
- Architecture review and recommendations
- Vendor and contractor technical assessment
- Quality assurance of deliverables and code
- Technology roadmap planning
- Async communication (email/text) with scheduled video calls
Investment: $4,500/month Additional hours: $350/hour
Fractional CTO/Architect
20 hours/month | 3-month minimum
Active technical leadership with hands-on involvement in decisions, team oversight, and execution. For scaling organizations that need consistent CTO-level guidance and accountability.
What’s Included:
- Weekly strategic sessions and team leadership
- Active participation in technical decisions
- Engineering process improvement
- Hiring and team development support
- Platform architecture and technical strategy
Investment: $8,500/month Additional hours: $325/hour
Technical Transformation
40+ hours/month | 3-6 month engagement
Intensive hands-on engagement for critical initiatives like platform architecture, team scaling, or infrastructure modernization. Includes comprehensive assessment and implementation leadership.
What’s Included:
- Full technical assessment and strategy development
- Hands-on architecture and implementation oversight
- Team building and organizational design
- DevOps transformation and process optimization
- Executive stakeholder management
Investment: Custom pricing (typically $15,000-25,000/month)
Architecture Assessment
2-3 weeks | Fixed scope
Comprehensive technical architecture review with detailed recommendations for scalability, performance, and organizational efficiency. Includes prioritized roadmap and success metrics.
Deliverables:
- Current state technical assessment
- Architecture recommendations and trade-offs
- Implementation roadmap with priorities
- Risk analysis and mitigation strategies
- 90-day action plan
Investment: $12,000-15,000 fixed
How It Works
Flexible Engagement Model
Start with the service tier that fits your current needs. Unused monthly hours expire, keeping engagements focused and effective. Either party can adjust or cancel with 15-day notice.
Typical Timeline:
- Discovery Call (30 minutes): Understand your challenges and goals
- Technical Assessment (1-2 weeks): Deep dive into current state
- Strategy Development: Roadmap with priorities and metrics
- Ongoing Support: Regular check-ins with adaptive refinement
Communication Style
Primarily async (email/text) with scheduled video calls as needed. Availability typically 3-6 hours per week, scheduled in advance to maximize impact.
Core Competencies
Platform Strategy & Architecture
Design and implement developer platforms, APIs, and extensibility frameworks that drive business growth and customer engagement.
Engineering Organization Scaling
Build high-performing engineering teams, establish technical governance, and create cultures of innovation and continuous learning.
Technical Due Diligence
Comprehensive technical assessments for M&A, fundraising, or strategic planning initiatives.
DevOps & Infrastructure Modernization
Transform deployment processes, establish CI/CD pipelines, and optimize operational efficiency.
Ideal Client Profile
Growth-Stage Startups: Series A/B companies scaling engineering teams and needing strategic technical leadership without full-time CTO investment.
Platform Companies: Organizations building developer platforms, APIs, or extensibility frameworks requiring deep platform architecture expertise.
Digital Transformation: Established companies modernizing technical infrastructure and establishing engineering best practices.
Technical Leadership Gaps: Companies between CTOs or needing interim technical leadership during transitions or critical initiatives.
Ready to Transform Your Technical Strategy?
Let’s discuss which engagement model best fits your current needs. We can start with one structure and adjust as your requirements evolve.
Month-to-month engagements available. Custom arrangements considered for unique situations.