Fractional CTO / AI Solutions Architect

We are looking for a Fractional CTO / AI Solutions Architect to join an early-stage AI-driven startup focused on enterprise modernization, centralized data workflows, and AI-powered operational solutions for the US market.

This role combines technical leadership, solution architecture, and client-facing communication. The ideal candidate should be comfortable operating in a startup environment, helping shape technical direction, participating in strategic discussions, and supporting AI-focused transformation initiatives.

The product is currently at an early stage, so we are looking for someone who can balance high-level architecture thinking with practical execution and advisory support.

Requirements:
- 8+ years of experience in software engineering, system architecture, or technical leadership roles
- Strong experience with cloud and distributed systems architecture
- Experience with AI/LLM-based solutions, workflow orchestration, or data platforms
- Understanding of enterprise modernization and AI-driven workflows
- Experience working directly with stakeholders, clients, or executive teams
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Advanced English (C1+) is required, as the product and communication are focused on US-based clients - must have.

Preferred qualifications:
- Experience with platforms such as Snowflake, Databricks, LangChain, or similar technologies is a strong plus.
- Startup or consulting experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities:
- Define and support the technical vision and architecture of the platform.
- Participate in client-facing meetings, discovery sessions, and strategic discussions.
- Help design AI-powered workflows and enterprise data solutions.
- Support technical due diligence and solution planning activities.
- Collaborate with delivery and engineering teams when needed.
- Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance during the early product stage.
- Contribute to technology decisions, scalability planning, and platform evolution.

Engagement Model:
This is initially a fractional / part-time engagement with flexible involvement depending on the current project stage and business needs.
Depending on product growth, client expansion, and mutual interest from both sides, the role may evolve into a long-term or full-time leadership position in the future.