Fractional CTO

Technical leadership when it matters most

We provide experienced, hands-on CTO leadership to help startups and scale-ups make critical decisions—from architecture and hiring to security and delivery. Trusted guidance, without the full-time overhead.

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What we deliver

  • Technical strategy and roadmap definition
  • Architecture review and scale planning
  • Team hiring, coaching, and vendor selection
  • Security, compliance, and risk oversight
  • Product delivery guidance and board reporting

Who we work with

We support founders, CEOs, and investors who need trusted technical leadership to accelerate progress and reduce risk. From MVP to Series B and beyond, we fill the gap between development and direction.

Why SmartPandas

We bring real startup experience, technical depth, and business pragmatism. Our leadership is hands-on and outcome-focused—built to support teams navigating scale, change, or transformation.

How we work

  • Trusted partners: We operate as part of your leadership team.
  • Expert-led: No juniors, no fluff. Real experience only.
  • Outcomes, not hours: Focused on progress, not just presence.

“SmartPandas became a trusted extension of our team. They understood our challenges quickly and delivered tailored solutions that continue to drive value.”

Jenny at Apyrl

Jenny Saft

Co-Founder at Apryl