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SMB Team

Fractional CTO (Full Time Role)

Philadelphia, PA · On-site +1

$150K - $160K/yr

Do you like the idea of Fractional CTO work but don't want the hassle of running a business? SMB Team is seeking an internal, FULL TIME HIRE who can serve as part of our team of Fractional CTOs to ...

Ascent CFO Solutions

Fractional CFO

Denver, CO · Remote

Comfortable pivoting across diverse sectors like Tech, SaaS, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Real ... While this is a flexible, remote-first role with some purposeful client time, candidates residing ...

Ascent CFO Solutions, LLC

Fractional CFO

Denver, CO · On-site +1

$120 - $140/hr

Comfortable pivoting across diverse sectors like Tech, SaaS, Manufacturing, Healthcare, and Real ... While this is a flexible, remote-first role with some purposeful client time, candidates residing ...

Reflexion

Fractional CISO

Lancaster, PA · Remote

Fractional CISO This is a fully remote (work-from-home) position. Work from anywhere in the United ... You will work directly with the CEO (deal owner) and CTO (implementation owner). Our internal ...

Reflexion

Fractional CISO

Lancaster, PA · On-site +1

Fractional CISO This is a fully remote (work-from-home) position. Work from anywhere in the United ... You will work directly with the CEO (deal owner) and CTO (implementation owner). Our internal ...

Reflexion

Fractional CISO

Lancaster, PA · Remote

Fractional CISO This is a fully remote (work-from-home) position. Work from anywhere in the United ... You will work directly with the CEO (deal owner) and CTO (implementation owner). Our internal ...

WES

Chief Technology Officer (Remote)

Manhattan, NY · Remote

$290K - $320K/yr

Chief Technology Officer Department: Technology Reporting to: Chief Business Officer Location: USA - Remote Compensation: $290K - $320K USD Who We Are: World Education Services (WES) is a non-profit ...

New Classrooms

Chief Technology Officer

$183K - $256K/yr

... remote-first engineering culture grounded in our core values, with a strong emphasis on ownership ... The CTO and product lead are expected to function as genuine peers - jointly owning the balance ...

Civis Analytics

Chief Technology Officer

Chicago, IL · Remote

Remote in Washington, DC Please note that candidates must currently live in the following states: DC, Illinois, Maryland, New York or Virginia. Civis Analytics is hiring a Chief Technology Officer ...

Civis Analytics

Chief Technology Officer

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

Remote in Washington, DC Please note that candidates must currently live in the following states: DC, Illinois, Maryland, New York or Virginia. Civis Analytics is hiring a Chief Technology Officer ...

NxT Level

CTO

Tampa, FL · Remote

Founding Engineer/CTO Location: Tampa, FL (Preferred) / Remote Our client is a Seed-Found startup in Tampa, Florida. This is an incubation product spinning out of a Commercial Real Estate company.

Solar Mason

Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Scranton, PA · On-site +1

We are in search of a visionary and experienced Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead our technological development. The successful candidate will work alongside other top executives and will have a ...

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How much do remote fractional cto jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote fractional cto in the United States is $166,511.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $132,000.00 and $195,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Fractional CTO?

A Remote Fractional CTO is an experienced technology executive who works part-time or on a contract basis to provide strategic technology leadership for a company, without being a full-time, in-house employee. They typically work remotely, leveraging digital communication and collaboration tools to oversee technology direction, advise on technical decisions, manage development teams, and align technology with overall business goals. This arrangement is especially beneficial for startups and small businesses that need expert guidance but may not require or be able to afford a full-time CTO. Remote Fractional CTOs bring flexibility, specialized expertise, and cost savings to organizations, helping them scale technology operations effectively.

What is the difference between Remote Fractional Cto vs Remote CTO?

AspectRemote Fractional CtoRemote CTO
CredentialsExperience in technology leadership, often with multiple projectsExtensive technical and executive leadership experience
Work EnvironmentPart-time, project-based, or consulting arrangementFull-time executive role within a company
Employer & Industry UsageStartups, SMBs, and companies seeking flexible tech leadershipEstablished companies, larger organizations, tech firms

The main difference is that a Remote Fractional Cto provides part-time, flexible leadership to multiple organizations, while a Remote CTO is a full-time executive responsible for the company's entire technology strategy. The fractional role offers flexibility and cost savings, whereas the CTO role involves comprehensive, ongoing leadership within a single organization.

How does a Remote Fractional CTO typically collaborate with existing technical teams to drive innovation and ensure project success?

A Remote Fractional CTO often works closely with in-house engineering teams, product managers, and company leadership to provide strategic technical guidance while respecting existing workflows. They typically conduct regular virtual meetings, set clear technical roadmaps, and offer mentorship to team members. The role involves balancing hands-on problem-solving with high-level planning, ensuring alignment between business objectives and technology initiatives. Effective communication and building trust with dispersed teams are essential for driving innovation and maintaining project momentum.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Fractional CTO, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Fractional CTO, you need deep technical expertise in software architecture, product development, and leadership experience managing engineering teams, often supported by a degree in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with cloud platforms (like AWS or Azure), agile project management tools, and cybersecurity best practices is typically required. Strong communication, strategic thinking, and the ability to mentor and align distributed teams are standout soft skills. These competencies are vital for driving technology strategy, ensuring scalable solutions, and fostering innovation while collaborating remotely.
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Infographic showing various Remote Fractional Cto job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $166,511 per year, or $80.1 per hour.
Fractional CTO (Full Time Role)

Fractional CTO (Full Time Role)

SMB Team

Philadelphia, PA • On-site, Remote

$150K - $160K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Do you enjoy working with multiple clients at once? Do you like the idea of Fractional CTO work but don't want the hassle of running a business?
SMB Team is seeking an internal, FULL TIME HIRE who can serve as part of our team of Fractional CTOs to our portfolio of law firm owner clients. We are looking for deliver AI readiness assessments and ongoing fractional CTO services to small law firms, helping them adopt AI tools, strengthen their technology infrastructure, and build internal capability. Generating revenue and client impact for SMB Team.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
An opportunity to be a part of the #1 Fastest Growing Legal Marketing & Coaching Company in the U.S.
BENEFITS - We pay for 75% of your Medical, Dental, Vision insurance for YOU and YOUR FAMILY.
FLEXIBLE VACATION TIME - We encourage you to take time to recharge so you can be your best here at work.
EDUCATION - Team member education and learning budget on courses, events and books.
FUN - Company activities, outings, and retreats.
INVESTMENTS - 401(k) with a 3% Match.
WORK STYLE - WFH or come to the office. The choice is yours!
The salary for this role is $150,000-$160,000 annually based on experience.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct Phase 1 AI Readiness Assessments for small law firms (technology audit, data infrastructure mapping, compliance review, readiness scoring, opportunity analysis, tool demos, workflow implementation, and final report delivery)
  • Deliver AI coaching sessions (2 per Phase 1 engagement) and serve as on-call AI advisor for Phase 2 retainer clients
  • Maintain ongoing Phase 2 retainer relationships: monthly check-ins, dashboard maintenance, AI tool adoption oversight, and light IT/security tasks
  • Manage client pipeline in coordination with SMB Team sales; contribute to pre-sales scoping calls and proposal support
  • Stay current on legal AI tooling (Harvey, Clio Duo, Copilot for M365, Casetext, etc.) and update SMB Team's recommended stack as the landscape evolves
  • Document all client-facing work in SMB Team's systems; contribute reusable templates and playbooks to the practice library
  • Flag blockers, scope changes, or delivery risks to the CTO in a timely manner

Requirements
  • 5+ years in a technology leadership role (CTO, VP Engineering, Director of IT, or equivalent); experience in a client-facing or consulting capacity strongly preferred
  • Demonstrated hands-on experience with AI tools and workflows, including generative AI applications in professional services contexts (legal, finance, or healthcare a plus)
  • Ability to conduct a credible technology and data infrastructure audit independently; comfortable with cloud platforms (M365/Google Workspace), practice management software, and integration tooling
  • Clear, confident communicator. Able to explain AI concepts to non-technical law firm leadership without condescension
  • Familiarity with legal technology landscape preferred (Clio, NetDocuments, Harvey, Casetext, etc.); deep legal knowledge not required
  • Experience writing structured deliverables
  • Must be able to independently execute all Phase 1 deliverables without hand-holding-this role owns the full engagement from kickoff to report delivery
  • Must be comfortable as the face of SMB Team with law firm clients; professional presence and clear communication are non-negotiable
  • No legal background required, but must have genuine intellectual curiosity about the legal industry and willingness to learn the landscape quickly
  • Must be current on generative AI tools and able to demonstrate them credibly to non-technical audiences
  • Must be willing to work within SMB Team's systems and contribute to shared playbooks (i.e. this is not a solo practice)
  • Must be available for client-facing work during standard business hours; travel to client sites may occasionally be required

By joining our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the financial success of our law firms, helping them navigate the complex financial landscape of the legal industry. If you're a seasoned financial professional with a passion for the legal industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Benefits
SMB Team is a rapidly-growing marketing agency and coaching business for lawyers. After four years of 300% year-over-year growth, we have quickly become one of the top brands in the legal industry.
Bottom Line: We change lives. Want proof? Read our Google My Business reviews.
There are three parts to our business:
Educational Brand: We currently run the most prominent talk show in the legal industry. Every week, we get hundreds of lawyers on our webinars by interviewing top thought leaders (as seen on our YouTube). The goal is to become THE source of education for lawyers.
Marketing Services: We offer a full suite of marketing services to our clients, including PPC, SEO, Website Design, Video, and Social Media management. Our goal is to scale our services business to over $15M in revenue in 2023.
Coaching Services: We have a rapidly-growing, Philadelphia-based coaching program for lawyers. In our first year, we built our coaching business into a multi-seven-figure business. Our program has been identified as the most comprehensive coaching program for attorneys, and we plan to double the size of our clients in the next year.
The SMB Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The SMB Team is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The SMB Team is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans
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About SMB Team

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With our industry-leading digital marketing services, management and marketing coaching, and weekly LIVE Mastermind Show, we intend to be the most positive source of solutions for attorneys in the U.S. We pride ourselves on putting our clients first, being as transparent as possible, and obsessively becoming the growth catalyst for your law firm so that you can focus on doing more of what you love. Unlike most companies in this space, we give you 100% ownership and control over every campaign, account, and asset that we build for you. We won’t hold your accounts hostage, they’re yours to keep, forever.

Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Bala-Cynwyd, PA, US

Year founded

2018

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