Fractional CTOs in Australia
A fractional CTO is a senior technology leader who works with your business part-time. They set technical direction, make architecture decisions, and build or guide the engineering team.
Startups usually need one when a non-technical founder is making big technology calls, when an outsourced build needs senior oversight, or before technical due diligence for a raise.
There are three common ways to work with a fractional CTO. A fractional seat is an ongoing part-time role, usually a set number of days a week, where they own the function. A project is a defined piece of work with a clear finish line. Advisory is lighter touch, with regular check-ins to guide your team rather than doing the work.
Operators (6)
- Mark Rosenberg - Fractional CTO | Your Startup's Technology Partner | Product, Engineering & Strategy, Melbourne
I'm a Fractional CTO and technology leader with 20+ years of experience helping businesses turn ideas into scalable products. I work with founders and growing startups to define product strategy, build high-performing e…
- Jerrold Poh - Fractional CTO | MVP development, scaling teams and code bases, product led growth, Melbourne
Twenty years across engineering, product, and leadership. I've worked inside startups, scale-ups, large enterprises, as well as been a founder. I sit inside your leadership team, own technical decisions, and turn engine…
- Martin Boyd - Fractional CISO & Cyber Security Advisor, Sydney
As an embedded fractional leader, I bring 20+ years of elite security experience (including Executive Manager of Cyber Security for CBA) straight into your business, giving you faster, higher-quality defense than a full…
- Anish Mohile - Fractional CTO | 0 → 1 Product, AI, Engineering & Scale, Melbourne
Technology founder and operator with 20 years building products from zero to one and scaling them into enterprise. I was part of PlaySpan's founding engineering team, built HSBC Global Disbursements from zero, and built…
- David Baxter - CTO / Architect / AI Advisor / Cyber / Fintech, Melbourne
I'm a CTO for founders who need experienced technical leadership - someone to help you build the right things, scale them steadily, and keep security and compliance in good shape along the way. I've spent nearly 30 year…
- Billy Hosking - Cybersecurity & IT Ops Strategy Advisor for SMBs and Scaleups, Melbourne
I'm the Managing Director of Kavira Technology, a Melbourne-based, cyber-first managed services provider working with Australian SMBs across Saas, Deep tech, professional services, and the not-for-profit sector. I help…
Frequently asked questions
What does a fractional CTO do?
A fractional CTO owns technology strategy part-time. That can include architecture and platform decisions, hiring and leading engineers, managing development partners, security and preparing for technical due diligence.
How many days a week does a fractional CTO work?
It depends on the stage and the work. Many start with one or two days a week and adjust as needs change. Some work on a project basis with a fixed scope, and others advise with a regular check-in. Talk it through with the operator directly.
How is a fractional CTO different from a consultant?
A consultant usually delivers advice or a report and steps away. A fractional CTO works inside your business as part of the team, owns outcomes and is accountable for results over time, just on a part-time basis.
How do I find a fractional CTO in Australia?
Browse the profiles on this page and contact anyone directly through their profile. If you are not sure who fits, share a brief and matching operators can put their hand up. There are no recruiter or placement fees.