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Fractional CTO

Technical Leadership Without the Full-Time Salary

Access experienced technical leaders to guide the strategy, team, and tech decisions for growth.

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Your Team Needs Direction, but a Full-Time CTO Doesn’t Fit the Budget

Every project delay and tech misstep chips away at growth potential. When resources are limited, lacking strategic tech leadership makes it hard to stay competitive and move forward confidently.

MetaCTO Offers Deep Tech Expertise, Without the Overhead

Get the knowledge you need, anytime you need it

MetaCTO’s Fractional CTO service offers the strategic know-how of an in-house CTO, customized to fit your needs and budget. Our experienced leaders drive projects forward, streamline your tech, and strengthen your team. It’s high-impact guidance, all without the full-time cost.

Who Needs a Fractional CTO?

See if you’re a good fit.

Startups without a technical team

Startups without a technical team

For startups building a product or MVP, a Fractional CTO provides essential technical guidance without the full-time commitment.

Growing businesses with limited tech expertise

Growing businesses with limited tech expertise

If your team struggles with scalability, strategy, or complex tech needs, a Fractional CTO can break through these challenges with experienced guidance.

Businesses looking to innovate

Businesses looking to innovate

Scale your user base and optimize retention with analytics-driven strategies that help you get your next round of funding.

Companies in transition

Companies in transition

Whether restructuring, scaling, or shifting to a tech-driven model, a Fractional CTO helps guide companies through pivotal phases. Avoid costly missteps during a critical time.

Fractional CTO Services

Ways You Can Utilize Our Leaders

Learn how MetaCTO can step in and align your tech roadmap with your business goals.

  • Recruiting top talent

    We bring in best-fit developers, engineers, and designers who are ready to make an impact from day one.

  • Hiring and onboarding

    We handle the entire hiring and onboarding process, so new hires hit the ground running immediately.

  • Team structuring and role definition

    Clear roles and responsibilities help your team work efficiently and stay aligned with big-picture goals.

  • Mentorship and development

    Our mentorship approach develops talent, promotes best practices, and prepares your team for what’s next.

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“MetaCTO brought our vision and the design to life in a pretty phenomenal experience that was honestly a night and day transformation from the previous version of the app."

Sean Richards

Sean Richards

Founder & CEO, RGB Group

5.0

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Case Studies

From first product launch to integrating AI technologies… we’ve been through all of it.

  • G-Sight

    The Ultimate Dry-Fire Training App with Gamification and Computer Vision

    • Turn 1-time sales into recurring subscription revenue
    • Keep users coming back with gamification
    • Converts 10% of customers to annual subscriptions
    • Implement cutting-edge computer vision AI technology
    G-Sight
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  • Mamazen

    The #1 Mindfulness App for parents in the app store

    • Digital content library into a video streaming mobile app
    • Create scalable subscription revenue
    • Turn customers into lifelong fans
    • Generated over $500k in annual subscriptions
    Mamazen
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  • Parrot Club

    Real time P2P language learning app with AI transcription & corrections

    • Language education through real-time P2P video
    • Support 7 languages in 8 countries
    • Converts 10% of customers to annual subscriptions
    • Launched 2-sided marketplace with discoverability
    Parrot Club
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Why Choose MetaCTO

There’s no idea too challenging for MetaCTO. Whatever you envision, we’re prepared to deliver. Here’s how we go from big idea to successful launch.

More Than Just Development—We Drive Growth After Launch

Building the app is just the start. We help you grow, making sure your app attracts users, drives engagement, and generates revenue long after launch.

Startups are Our Bread and Butter

Startups are in our DNA. We’ve been in your shoes. As founders and CTOs, we know the challenges of scaling a startup and can help you navigate the path from idea to growth and even exit.

US-Based Product Experts

The product strategists leading the way are based in the US. We understand your market and the unique challenges of startups in this space.

Mobile App Experts

With over 100 app launches, we know what it takes to build fast, secure, and high-performing mobile apps that stand out.

Fractional CTO FAQs

Their involvement depends on your needs. They can manage day-to-day operations, mentor your team, and oversee roadmaps—or focus on high-level strategy and provide guidance as needed. Together, we’ll find the right balance for your business.
It varies. Some need short-term support for an MVP, while others require ongoing help for scaling or team building. The timeline is based on your specific goals and challenges. There’s no one-size-fits-all approach.
Yes, they can make your product investor-ready by ensuring it's scalable and aligned with market demands. They can also help with technical presentations and answering investor questions. We have extensive experience with helping startups grow and founders exit!
A Fractional CTO offers ongoing strategic leadership at the highest level, guiding your tech direction and aligning it with your business objectives. A tech consultant typically provides short-term advice for specific projects without long-term involvement.
A Fractional CTO gives you high-level expertise and strategic guidance without the full-time salary commitment, making it ideal for startups or businesses in transition.

Your CTO, On Your Terms

MetaCTO's Fractional CTO service is your shortcut to big growth.

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