20 Best CTO
Freelancers
to Hire
in 2025
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Nick Carvajal
Shopify Designer & Developer
Ralph Jones
Expert Product Designer (UIUX)| 9+ years of exp. | Figma Pro
Leon Li
Full Stack Developer & Project Manager & Startup Tech Lead
Chris Nutbeen
Product designer, Framer & No-Code developer ⚡
Waison Lee
Coder | DevOps | Engineering Digital Product
Laura Castano
Web and product designer
Marvin Kaunda
Full-Stack Web/Mobile Developer & Designer
Jonathan Martinez
GPT-Powered Product Strategy & Consulting
Michael Michalak
Experienced Drupal Developer
Greg Jacoby
Transparent. Communicative. On time, on budget.
Muhammad Usman
🚀 AI & Fullstack Developer | MERN Expert 🚀
Zeroic Agency
Zeroic - India's Top Product Studio
Victor Gold
Webflow & Framer developer & designer for B2B SaaS, Startups
Lara Chelak
Fractional CTO for Growth-Stage & Enterprise Shopify Brands
Richa verma
Product designer & No-code developer
Tom Sommerseth
Playful full stack designer. Webflow certified expert.
Mehul Sethia
No-Code Dev, AI Enthusiast, Automations Aficionado
Malik Gwandu
Designer-founder with a coding background 🦄
Habib Rehman
I am a skilled full-stack engineer
Lynna Orm
Modern Websites & Apps: Creative Dev + Branding 💻📱✨
CTO related skills for your next project
Common projects for CTOs
Developing and implementing a technology strategy for a new or existing business.
Overseeing IT infrastructure upgrades or migrations.
Leading a software development project or team.
Advising on tech stack selection for a new product or service.
Implementing cybersecurity strategies and protections.
Driving digital transformation initiatives within a business.
Tips for working with and hiring CTOs
Define the role
Clearly outline what you expect from the CTO role. This could range from overseeing IT infrastructure to leading software development teams or driving the technology strategy for your business.
Evaluate their experience
Look at the CTO's previous experience. Have they worked in your industry before? Do they have a proven track record in scaling teams and developing technology strategies?
Understand their technical skills
Make sure the CTO is proficient in the necessary software and technologies relevant to your business. They should be able to understand and work with your existing tech stack, and advise on any necessary upgrades or changes.
Communication and leadership
A good CTO is not just technically proficient, they are also a strong leader and communicator. They should be able to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical team members and stakeholders, and lead and inspire their team.
How to hire CTOs
Define your needs
Before starting the hiring process, have a clear understanding of what you need from a CTO. This could include overseeing your IT infrastructure, leading software development teams, or driving your technology strategy.
Post a detailed job
Posting a detailed job on Contra will attract the right freelancers. Include information about your company, the scope of the job, the skills required, and the project timeline.
Review applications
Review the applications you receive and shortlist freelancers based on their skills, experience, and fit for your project. Look at their past projects and reviews on their profile.
Conduct interviews
Conduct interviews with shortlisted freelancers. Ask questions about their experience, approach to technology leadership, and how they stay updated on new technologies and industry trends.
Make an offer
Once you've found the right freelancer, make an offer through Contra. This will include the project details, payment terms, and timeline.
3 questions to ask when interviewing CTOs
1. Can you describe your experience with developing and implementing technology strategies?
2. Can you provide examples of how you have managed IT infrastructure or software development teams?
3. How do you stay updated on new technologies and industry trends?
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Frequently asked
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A Chief Technology Officer (CTO) oversees the technological needs of a company or organization. They develop strategies to increase revenue, ensure sustainable growth, implement new technologies, and manage IT teams.
A Chief Technology Officer (CTO) oversees the technological needs of a company or organization. They develop strategies to increase revenue, ensure sustainable growth, implement new technologies, and manage IT teams.
Hiring a CTO on Contra gives you access to top freelance talent without the hassle of middlemen or commissions. You can review their profile, collaborate efficiently, and handle contracts and payments all in one place.
You can post a job detailing your project requirements on Contra. CTOs who match your requirements can then apply for the job. You can also browse through the profiles of CTOs and invite those you are interested in to apply.
Projects that require a CTO often include developing and implementing technology strategies, managing IT infrastructure, leading software development teams, implementing cybersecurity measures, and driving digital transformation initiatives.
The cost of hiring a CTO on Contra can range from $40 to $200 per hour, depending on their experience and the complexity of your project.
CTOs use a variety of tools depending on the needs of the project. This could include software development tools, project management software, data analysis tools, and cybersecurity software, among others.
CTOs are paid commission-free on Contra. They may charge per project, per hour, or per milestone. Clients must pay a minimum of $250 or $25 an hour to post an opportunity on Contra. The funds for each milestone will only be released after you approve the deliverables for that milestone, or automatically within three days.
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