Technology Systems Expert — Fractional CTO / Strategic Advisor

Posted 2 weeks ago

Worldwide

Summary

**Technology Systems Expert — Fractional CTO / Strategic Advisor** **Overview** We are seeking a senior technology leader to validate, define, and oversee the technological architecture of our organization — including AI systems, platform integrations, and the "Second Brain" infrastructure that powers our operations. This is a fractional, strategic CTO role. You will not be managing tickets. You will serve as a senior advisor to company leadership on how our systems are built, connected, and scaled. **What You Will Do** - Validate and advise on our full technology ecosystem architecture (AI + Notion + integrations) - Define technical standards, best practices, and development principles - Oversee MCP server integrations, APIs, automations, and cross-platform connectors - Advise on the architecture of our organizational "Second Brain" (Claude, Obsidian, Notion, AI agents) - Supervise technical Project Managers, developers, and specialists - Translate business needs into executable technical solutions - Support the rollout of MCP servers across our stack **Our Tech Stack** - AI: Claude Code (Anthropic) — Claude Max, Opus 4.8 - Knowledge Base: Google Drive Shared Markdown File Repository - Sync & Version Control: Google Drive, GitHub, - Communication: Slack, Microsoft Teams, Missive - CRM: GoHighLevel - Meetings & Transcription: Krisp → via MCP - Platforms: macOS + Windows - Access Control: 1Password / Dashlane **MCP Servers in Roadmap** Missive, Google Workspace, Krisp, GoHighLevel, Slack, Notion (connected) **Requirements** - 7+ years in technology, systems architecture, or CTO / Tech Lead roles - Hands-on experience with Claude Code CLI and MCP server integrations - Deep understanding of AI agents, skills, and workflows — and the differences between them - Experience with distributed systems, APIs, and automation at scale - Familiarity with Obsidian as an AI workspace (not just note-taking) - Experience with tools such as Missive, GoHighLevel, or similar platforms is a strong plus **Automatic Disqualifiers** - Experience limited exclusively to ChatGPT/OpenAI with no Claude or Anthropic exposure - Unable to explain MCP when asked - No verifiable portfolio, GitHub profile, or recorded demonstrations **Engagement Details** - Type: Strategic Contract / Part-time - Compensation: $17–$25 USD/hour (based on experience and scope) - Duration: Per project — ongoing **To Apply** Please include the following in your proposal: 1. Links to your GitHub, system architecture diagrams, or relevant case studies 2. Screen recordings demonstrating work with Claude Code or MCP integrations 3. A brief explanation of how you would approach our stack Proposals tailored to our technology environment will be prioritized. --- This is a high-impact advisory role central to building and scaling the technological foundation of our organization. We are looking for someone who thinks at the system level, executes with precision, and communicates with clarity.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • 6+ months
    Duration
  • Expert
    Experience Level
  • $17.00

    -

    $25.00

    Hourly
  • Remote Job
  • Complex project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
API Integration
AI Development
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:10 to 15
  • Last viewed by client:4 days ago
  • Interviewing:
    3
  • Invites sent:
    8
  • Unanswered invites:
    7
About the client
Member since Aug 14, 2024
  • United States
    Santa Monica6:23 AM
  • $128K total spent
    81 hires, 35 active
  • 7,997 hours

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