You're building something real. You shouldn't have to wonder if your dev team is taking you for a ride.
I've been the CTO. I've hired the agencies. I've seen what works and what's a waste of money. Now I help founders make better technical decisions—without the $300K salary.
My Story
17 years of building things that ship.
I started in game development—built and launched an RPG to Steam, learned what it means to ship something real. That led to blockchain, where I spent 3 years as Tech Lead and CTO at Vitreus, leading 26 developers across parallel teams, shipping a Layer-0 network, a mobile wallet, IoT validator nodes, and a tokenomics framework that cut transaction costs by 99%.
I've raised $2.5M on products I designed. I've written whitepapers that became the technical foundation for entire ecosystems. I've sat in the investor meetings and translated "tech stuff" into language that closes deals.
Now I do this for founders who need senior technical thinking without the full-time commitment.
I'm not here to bill hours. I'm here to make sure you don't waste money on the wrong architecture, the wrong hire, or the wrong agency.
What is a Fractional CTO?
A Fractional CTO (Chief Technology Officer) is a part-time technical executive who provides strategic technical leadership without the full-time commitment or cost. For non-technical founders, a Fractional CTO acts as a technical guardian who ensures your development team builds quality software, makes sound architectural decisions, and delivers value—not technical debt.
Unlike a full-time CTO who costs $150K-$300K+ annually, a Fractional CTO provides the same strategic oversight on a flexible, part-time basis. You get access to senior-level technical expertise and decision-making authority without the overhead of a full-time executive role.
The Problem
You're hiring developers, signing contracts, and spending thousands. But you can't tell if:
- ✗ The architecture is sound or will break at scale
- ✗ You're being overcharged for simple features
- ✗ The team is building the right thing
- ✗ Vendor proposals are realistic or fantasy
The Solution
I translate your business needs into technical reality. I review your code, interview your hires, and make sure your dev team isn't building garbage.
You get access and peace of mind, not hours on a timesheet.
What I Do
Vendor Selection
Interview agencies/freelancers on founder's behalf
Architecture Review
Decide how it should be built before money is spent
Technical Audits
Review what's been built, spot red flags
Roadmap Reality Check
Call out vendor junk before you waste money on unrealistic proposals
Complexity Reduction
Simplify over-engineered solutions, cut scope bloat
Technical Budgeting
Estimate costs, flag when they're being overcharged
Strategy & Direction
Technical roadmap, build vs. buy decisions, stack selection
What I Don't Do
Writing Code
I review and advise. I don't build. (That's what Sprint Build is for.)
PR Reviews
I'm not embedded in their daily dev workflow
Emergency IT
Not the guy to call when email stops working
Project Management
Not moving Jira tickets. High-level strategy only.
24/7 Availability
Scheduled calls and async email. No Slack fires.
Pricing Tiers
Monthly access, not hourly invoices. "Hours" invites clock-watching.
How This Works
1. We talk.
30 minutes. You tell me what you're building and where you're stuck. I tell you if I can help.
2. You decide.
No pressure. If it's a fit, I send you a link to start. If not, no hard feelings—I'll point you somewhere better if I can.
3. We work together.
Email for async. Scheduled calls for strategy. I review what matters, flag what's wrong, and help you make decisions with confidence.
4. You grow.
The goal isn't dependency—it's building your confidence and capability so you can eventually hire full-time or manage on your own.
This is for you if...
- ✓ You're a non-technical founder and you can't tell if your developers are building the right thing
- ✓ You're about to hire an agency and want a second opinion before signing
- ✓ You've been burned before and don't want to repeat the mistake
- ✓ You need someone technical in the room for investor conversations
- ✓ You want clarity, not more confusion
This probably isn't for you if...
- ✗ You need someone to write code full-time (that's what Sprint Build is for)
- ✗ You want 24/7 Slack access and instant responses
- ✗ You're looking for a yes-man who won't push back
How Does Fractional CTO Work?
Monthly Subscription
You subscribe to a monthly tier ($2,500-$9,000/month) that gives you access to a set number of hours and services.
On-Demand Access
Email me with technical questions, vendor proposals, or code review requests. I respond within 24-48 hours on business days.
Strategic Review
I review your codebase, architecture, vendor proposals, and technical decisions to ensure quality and prevent costly mistakes.
Scheduled Calls
Book calls via Cal.com for deeper discussions, architecture planning, or team interviews. All calls are scheduled, no interruptions.
Roadmap Guidance
I help you prioritize technical work, set realistic timelines, and avoid over-engineering. Strategic planning, not project management.
Risk Mitigation
I catch technical problems early, review vendor contracts, interview potential hires, and ensure your team isn't building technical debt.
FAQ
How do we communicate?
Email is primary (24-48 hour response on business days). All calls are scheduled via Cal.com. No Slack. Boundaries matter.
What's the cancellation policy?
2 weeks notice required. No refunds, but your subscription will also need to be cancelled.
Do you write code?
No. I review, advise, and make architectural decisions. If you need code written, check out Sprint Build.
What if I need more time?
Unused time doesn't roll over. If you consistently need more, we can upgrade your tier.
Ready to get technical clarity?
Let's talk — 30 minutes, no pressure. See if it's a fit.
Not sure yet? Let's figure it out together.