See what part-time CTO support would cover
You may need technology leadership without a full-time hire. A short call shows where a senior engineer would help most, and for how many hours.
- A free first call with a senior engineer
- Priorities set for the first 90 days
- No obligation, NDA on request
- Focus areas, hours and monthly cost in one place
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CTO as a Service, done properly
- 01
A technical partner in the room
We join your planning, review trade-offs and explain them in plain language, so you can make confident decisions.
- 02
Architecture reviewed before you build
We review your design, stack and security plan early, when changes are cheap, and again before launch.
- 03
Help with hiring and team structure
We write job descriptions, interview candidates and advise on the roles you need first.
- 04
Delivery you can see
We set up the process, metrics and demos that show whether your team or vendor is on track.
What does a fractional CTO do for your company?
CTO as a Service gives you senior technology leadership for the hours you need, instead of a full-time hire.
Technology strategy and roadmap
We link your product goals to technical choices and put them in a sequenced plan you can follow and explain.
What this includes- Technology roadmap
- Build, buy or partner decisions
- Budget and priorities
Architecture and code reviews
An independent review of design, code quality and scalability, with findings in plain language.
What this includes- Architecture review
- Code quality and security check
- Prioritised recommendations
Hiring and interviewing
We help you hire your first engineers, from defining the role to joining the interview panel.
What this includes- Role definitions and job descriptions
- Technical interviews
- Onboarding plan
Vendor and agency oversight
We review proposals, contracts and delivery from outside teams, so you know whether you are getting what you paid for.
What this includes- Proposal and quote review
- Delivery and quality checks
- Contract guidance
Security and compliance guidance
Practical controls for the data you hold and the rules you face, without over-engineering.
What this includes- Risk assessment
- Access and data handling policies
- Audit preparation
Investor and due-diligence support
We prepare the technical story investors and buyers ask about, and help answer their questions.
What this includes- Technical documentation
- Architecture and risk summary
- Q&A support
CTO as a Service pricing
Senior technology leadership for the hours you need. Monthly, no long contract.
Advisor
Guidance when you need a second opinion
- About 8 hours a month
- Architecture and stack review
- Monthly strategy call
- Vendor and proposal review
- Written notes after each call
- Slack access for quick questions
Partner
Regular leadership for a growing product
- About 20 hours a month
- Everything in Advisor
- Weekly leadership call
- Hiring support and interviews
- Delivery metrics and demos
- Security and compliance guidance
Embedded
Hands-on CTO inside your team
- About 40 hours a month
- Everything in Partner
- Joins your team rituals
- Hands-on code and design reviews
- Roadmap and budget ownership
- Investor due-diligence support
Billed monthly in USD, GBP or EUR. Taxes extra.
Need something different?
Need a full-time fractional CTO or help for an acquisition or fundraise? Let us talk it through.
What clients say about working with SynthWeb
“From the very beginning, they understood my vision and worked closely with me to bring it to life.”
“They understood the stakes of working on a live product.”
“…the final product exceeded expectations.”
“A well experienced agency in web app development.”
“SynthWeb offers a unique blend of startup agility and strong technical mentorship.”
“They understood the product concept, they didnt need hand-holding through every decision…”
“…their team exhibited exceptional professionalism and deep domain knowledge pertinent to travel.”
“…nothing short of exceptional.”
“We were impressed with their work culture.”
“They communicate effectively, follow an agile process, and are flexible with adjustments…”
“Synthweb has been a reliable and efficient partner.”
“Communication was smooth throughout the entire project…”
“Best tech consultancy in Guwahati! The team at Synthweb is knowledgeable, innovative, and truly committed to their clients’ growth.”
“Synthweb has been an outstanding experience. They’ve consistently handled all our software-related queries and development needs with professionalism, precision, and a problem-solving mindset.”
“Great team and great expertise in what they provide… Have got my ERP done with AI integration, had really been an efficient solution.”
“SynthWeb built our e-commerce website with a sleek design and smooth functionality. The user experience is fantastic, and the backend is easy to manage.”
“I had a fantastic experience working with SynthWeb! Their team is skilled, professional, and dedicated to bringing ideas to life.”
“Great experience working with Synthweb. Skilled and professional team with excellent behavior. Highly recommended!”
“SynthWeb have been our digital partner for the past few years, and we are very pleased with the online positioning they have provided for our company.”
“The company is great in consultation when it comes to take your business online. Their experienced team has helped my brother’s business grow significantly.”
Fractional CTO FAQs
Common questions about CTO as a Service from SynthWeb.
What does a fractional CTO do?
A fractional CTO provides senior technology leadership part-time. That means setting technical direction, reviewing architecture, guiding hiring and holding delivery to account.
How much does CTO as a Service cost?
Plans start from $1,500 a month (₹60,000) for about 8 hours of advice. About 20 hours a month starts from $3,500 (₹1.5 lakh), and a hands-on embedded CTO of about 40 hours starts from $6,500 (₹2.8 lakh).
How is this different from hiring a full-time CTO?
You pay only for the hours you need, you can start quickly, and you can change the level of support as your product grows. Plans are monthly with no long contract.
Who will act as my CTO?
A senior SynthWeb engineering lead, introduced on the first call so you can decide whether it is the right fit.
Can you help with hiring my engineering team?
Yes. We write job descriptions, interview candidates and advise on which roles to hire first. Hiring support is included from the Partner plan.
Can you review the work of my existing agency or team?
Yes. We review architecture, code quality, proposals and delivery from outside teams and report in plain language.
Can you help with investor due diligence?
Yes. We prepare technical documentation and answer technical questions for funding conversations. This is part of the Embedded plan.
Can SynthWeb also build the product?
Yes, through an MVP Sprint or an Engineering Pod. You can also use us only for guidance and build with someone else.
