You don't have to write
this chapter alone.
I help you map the technical journey ahead. A steady hand on the wheel. A translator for the jargon.
Founder-friendly technical leadership, shaped to your velocity.
The Quiet Anxiety of the Middle
It's the specific loneliness of making expensive decisions in the dark.
There comes a moment in every founder's story where the plot gets complicated. You're building something real, but the questions are piling up faster than the answers.
"Are we building the right thing?" "Is this agency quoting me fairly?" "Will this break if we scale?"
When you don't have a technical co-founder, every decision feels high-stakes and heavy. You don't need another consultant with a clipboard. You need a partner who sits on your side of the table.
Shaped to Your Velocity
Every founder needs a different level of support. We don't do "one size fits all."
The Satellite
Light & Strategic
Perfect for founders who have a team but need a second pair of eyes. I orbit your project, ensuring you stay on course.
- Weekly 1:1 strategy sync
- Architecture review
- Vendor vetting
Trusted by Technical Leaders
"Simen provided independent technical leadership in a fractional CTO capacity, offering clear strategic guidance and pragmatic architectural input. He worked autonomously, focused on outcomes rather than activity, and brought strong judgement to complex technical decisions. His contribution added immediate value and helped reduce delivery and technology risk. I would confidently recommend Simen to organisations needing senior technical direction on a flexible basis."
Gentle Answers
"I haven't hired anyone yet. Is it too early?"
Not at all. In fact, that's the best time. I can help you shape the MVP and hire the *right* first person, saving you from expensive recruiting mistakes.
"Do I have to sign a long contract?"
Never. I can do a one-time "Tech Audit" to get you unstuck, or a flexible monthly retainer. I want you to stay because it helps, not because you're locked in.
"Are you hands-on?"
It depends on the mode you choose. In "Satellite" and "Co-Pilot", I focus on strategy and review. In "Player-Coach", I am writing code alongside you. We can adjust this mix as your needs change.