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Experienced Engineering Leader & Software Engineer for Hire

Available for Embedded Full-Time Contract Roles and Fractional Engagements: As a seasoned Engineering Leader and Software Engineer with over 25 years in the field, I take on both embedded full-time contract engagements — dedicated to a single team as a hands-on engineer or engineering leader — and fractional engagements where I work with a few clients simultaneously. I specialize in building and scaling cloud applications for small, medium and large Enterprise customers. I can lead your software engineering projects from architecture and design through development and deployment, driving technical innovation as a Fractional CTO. My hands-on approach means I dive into the code, but can also lead or recruit and mentor a team. I have extensive experience in JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, React, REST APIs, SQL, Python (including Jupyter Notebooks), AWS, .NET, Java, Go, and many other technologies.

I help companies build high-quality software that meets their business needs. I focus on delivering robust, scalable, and maintainable solutions. I can review and advise on technology and architecture decisions, lead development teams, and contribute directly to the codebase.

I help teams deliver software fast and effectively. My approach is hands-on, working closely with teams to improve development processes, implement best practices, and foster a culture of engineering excellence. I can help with everything from code reviews and debugging to CI/CD implementation and performance optimization.

I help executives clarify technical strategy by aligning engineering efforts with business goals. I can articulate a technical vision, develop a roadmap, and communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. My success is measured by the success of the engineering teams I work with and the quality of the software we deliver.

Wondering how a Fractional CTO can benefit your engineering team? Learn at What is a Fractional CTO?.

Areas of Expertise

Here are some of the ways I can help your team:

🏗️ Build

  • Architect and design scalable and maintainable software systems
  • Lead and mentor software engineering teams
  • Develop high-quality code in various programming languages (including JavaScript/TypeScript, Node.js, React, Python)
  • Implement and optimize cloud infrastructure (AWS)
  • Drive initiatives to dramatically improve quality, performance, or scalability of large legacy codebases
  • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines
  • Recruit and manage engineers (employees and freelancers)

⚙️ Operate

  • Define and monitor engineering KPIs
  • Implement and improve agile development processes
  • Establish and enforce coding standards and best practices
  • Perform code reviews and provide constructive feedback
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues
  • Improve service reliability and performance
  • Instill a culture of engineering excellence

🚀 Technical Leadership

  • Develop and communicate technical vision and strategy
  • Create technical roadmaps and align engineering efforts with business goals
  • Advise on technology and architecture decisions
  • Communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Support fundraising efforts by providing technical expertise

Discover more about my journey and philosophy in About Me, and explore some of my experience.

📦️ Engagement Packages

I work in two ways. Embedded full-time contract: dedicated to a single client, integrated with the team day-to-day as a hands-on engineer or engineering leader. Fractional: working with a few clients simultaneously under the standard pricing packages outlined below. Embedded full-time engagements are booked on a case-by-case basis and generally take 4-8 weeks lead time.

Want to chat? Book time on my calendar, or reach out via email (scott@willeke.com).

I want every one of my clients to be my advocates. So I am 100% dedicated to making every engagement successful. Each of the packages below include the following:

  • Onboarding with the team
  • No restrictions on projects
  • All work in client tools + processes
  • No tracked hours — I focus on results, not time
Package Price Best For
Coaching $3,525 /mo Targeted Technical Feedback & Mentorship:
• About 5 hours per week
• Renew monthly
Executing $6,650 /mo Engineering Project Leadership & Development:
• About 10 hours per week
• Hands-on Coding & Technical Reviews
• Technical Coaching & Mentorship
• Join Technical Meetings
• Renew quarterly
Scaling $12,500 /mo Team & Technical Leadership:
• About 20 hours per week
• Includes "Executing" and:
• Architecting complex systems
• Hire, Mentor & Manage Engineers
• Renew quarterly
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