How to Become a Fractional CTO | Complete Career Guide 2025
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Fractional CTO

How to Become a Fractional CTO | Complete Career Guide 2025

Step-by-step guide to becoming a fractional CTO. Required experience, skills, how to find clients, and building your practice.

£900
Min Day Rate
£1,600
Max Day Rate
£1,250
Avg Day Rate
£200k
Annual Equivalent

Becoming a Fractional CTO

The path to becoming a fractional CTO typically requires 15+ years of technology leadership experience, including at least 5 years in senior roles.

Essential Requirements

  • VP Engineering or CTO experience at 2+ companies
  • Expertise in modern tech stacks and architecture
  • Track record of building and scaling teams
  • Strong stakeholder management skills

Finding Your First Clients

Most fractional CTOs find initial clients through their network. Start by telling your connections you are available for fractional work.

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Fractional COO / Part-Time Operations Director — London

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Fractional CISO / Part-Time Security Director — London

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Frequently Asked Questions

A Fractional CTO (Chief Technology Officer) is an experienced technology leader who works with companies on a part-time basis. They provide technical strategy, architecture guidance, and engineering leadership without the commitment of a full-time CTO hire.
Fractional CTO day rates in the UK typically range from £800 to £1,600 per day, with highly specialized roles (AI, security) commanding premium rates. London-based and FinTech roles often pay at the higher end of this range.
Companies typically hire Fractional CTOs when they need technical leadership but cannot justify or afford a full-time CTO. Common scenarios include early-stage startups building their first product, companies needing technical due diligence for fundraising, or businesses undergoing digital transformation.

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