Thomas Lockney

Engineering Leader & Technologist

Fractional CTO & Technical Architecture Services

With nearly 30 years of engineering leadership experience at Fortune 500 companies and high-growth startups, I help organizations bridge the gap between technical execution and business outcomes. From architecting HubSpot’s developer platform to driving Nike’s digital transformation, I bring proven expertise in scaling engineering teams and building platforms that drive growth.

Proven Impact

$250M+

Attributable revenue from platform initiatives

48%

Growth in deals won through platform strategy

50+

Engineers in organizations I’ve built and led

80%

Reduction in deployment time through DevOps transformation

Service Offerings

Technical Advisory

10 hours/month · Month-to-month

Strategic guidance for technical decisions, architecture reviews, vendor evaluation, and engineering leadership mentoring. Perfect for companies needing expert technical oversight without full-time commitment.

  • Architecture review and recommendations
  • Vendor and contractor technical assessment
  • Quality assurance of deliverables and code
  • Technology roadmap planning
  • Async communication with scheduled video calls

Fractional CTO/Architect

20 hours/month · 3-month minimum

Active technical leadership with hands-on involvement in decisions, team oversight, and execution. For scaling organizations that need consistent CTO-level guidance and accountability.

  • Weekly strategic sessions and team leadership
  • Active participation in technical decisions
  • Engineering process improvement
  • Hiring and team development support
  • Platform architecture and technical strategy

Technical Transformation

40+ hours/month · 3-6 month engagement

Intensive hands-on engagement for critical initiatives like platform architecture, team scaling, or infrastructure modernization. Includes comprehensive assessment and implementation leadership.

  • Full technical assessment and strategy development
  • Hands-on architecture and implementation oversight
  • Team building and organizational design
  • DevOps transformation and process optimization
  • Executive stakeholder management

Architecture Assessment

2-3 weeks · Fixed scope

Comprehensive technical architecture review with detailed recommendations for scalability, performance, and organizational efficiency. Includes prioritized roadmap and success metrics.

  • Current state technical assessment
  • Architecture recommendations and trade-offs
  • Implementation roadmap with priorities
  • Risk analysis and mitigation strategies
  • 90-day action plan

How It Works

Flexible Engagement Model — Start with the service tier that fits your current needs. Either party can adjust or cancel with 15-day notice, keeping engagements focused and effective.

1. Discovery Call

Understand your challenges and goals

2. Assessment

Deep dive into current state

3. Strategy

Roadmap with priorities and metrics

4. Execution

Ongoing support with adaptive refinement

Core Competencies

Platform Strategy & Architecture

Design and implement developer platforms, APIs, and extensibility frameworks that drive business growth and customer engagement.

Engineering Organization Scaling

Build high-performing engineering teams, establish technical governance, and create cultures of innovation and continuous learning.

Technical Due Diligence

Comprehensive technical assessments for M&A, fundraising, or strategic planning initiatives.

DevOps & Infrastructure

Transform deployment processes, establish CI/CD pipelines, and optimize operational efficiency.

Ideal Client Profile

Growth-Stage Startups — Series A/B companies scaling engineering teams and needing strategic technical leadership without full-time CTO investment.

Platform Companies — Organizations building developer platforms, APIs, or extensibility frameworks requiring deep platform architecture expertise.

Digital Transformation — Established companies modernizing technical infrastructure and establishing engineering best practices.

Technical Leadership Gaps — Companies between CTOs or needing interim technical leadership during transitions or critical initiatives.

Ready to Transform Your Technical Strategy?

Let’s discuss which engagement model best fits your current needs. We can start with one structure and adjust as your requirements evolve.

Schedule Discovery Call

Month-to-month engagements available. Custom arrangements considered for unique situations.