Fractional CTO
You get an experienced technical director who aligns your engineering decisions with business goals — without paying a full-time salary. We define your tech strategy, vet your stack, lead your dev team, and make sure every build decision moves your company forward.
What's included
Everything you need to ship a production-ready solution — no hidden costs, no surprises.
How fractional CTO works
A proven 4-step process that de-risks delivery and keeps you in control.
Audit & alignment
We review your current tech, team, and roadmap. You get a candid assessment of what's working and what needs to change.
Strategy & roadmap
We define a 6–12 month technical roadmap with clear milestones — prioritized by business impact, not engineering preference.
Execution & mentorship
We join your team's rhythm — sprint planning, stand-ups, code reviews — while mentoring your engineers to level up.
Ongoing partnership
You get continuous access to technical guidance. Scale hours up or down as your needs change.
Impact in action
Real before-and-after metrics from projects we've shipped. Names changed for confidentiality.
Tunisian fintech startup
EU marketplace scale-up
Why choose us?
We don't compete on price alone. Here's how we stack up against the alternatives.
| Feature | SILKDEV | Freelancer / Generic Agency |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | Fraction of full-time CTO (70% less) | Full-time CTO hire + equity |
| Commitment | Flexible: 8–40 hrs/week, no long-term contract | Full-time or nothing |
| Depth | Full-stack technical leadership + mentoring | Often purely strategic, hands-off |
| Network | Direct access to our full team's expertise | Single perspective |
| Onboarding | Audit-to-roadmap in 2 weeks | 3–6 months to full impact |
Get a custom quote
Every project is scoped individually. Tell us what you're building and we'll come back with a fixed-price quote — no public price list, no surprises.
Tell us about your project and we'll come back with a fixed-price quote — no public price list.
Frequently asked questions
Honest answers to the questions we hear most often — no sales fluff.
How is this different from hiring a full-time CTO?
A fractional CTO costs 70% less than a full-time executive hire and gives you the same strategic value. You pay for the hours you need — no equity, no long-term commitment. Most engagements start at 8–12 hours per week.
How many hours per week?
Most engagements start at 8–12 hours per week, adjusted based on your stage and complexity. We're flexible — scale up during critical phases and down during steady periods.
Do you work with non-technical founders?
Absolutely. In fact, that's our sweet spot. We translate between business goals and technical decisions so you can make informed choices without a CS degree.
Can you help me hire my own CTO later?
Yes. Many clients start with us fractionally while searching for a full-time CTO. We can define the role, vet candidates, and ensure a smooth handoff when you're ready.
What if we already have a dev team?
Even better. We audit your current processes, identify bottlenecks, and mentor your existing team. No turf wars — we augment, not replace.
How do you handle confidential information?
We sign NDAs and can accommodate your preferred data security practices. Our engagements are built on trust — we treat your roadmap and metrics as your property.
What our clients say
Real feedback from real projects. No fake testimonials, no stock photos.
“Having them as our fractional CTO transformed how we approach engineering decisions. We're building faster and with more confidence.”
— Mohamed A.
“The technical strategy they defined for us saved months of wasted development. Worth every minute.”
— Yassine K.
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