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Right Balance

Fractional CTO

Right Balance, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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Data Engineer — Python / SQL / Warehouse

Mid-Level React/Python Full-Stack Developer

Overview Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Right Balance provides top-tier technology talent for innovative companies in the US. We’re in the top 50 companies to watch in LA.This role is particularly suited for: Technical leaders who've scaled FinTech platforms from early stage to growth stage, enjoy being hands‑on with engineering teams, and want the flexibility of starting fractional with potential to transition full‑time.

Our client is a profitable FinTech startup focused on consumer lending and earned wage access. They've raised significant funding ($50M+) and are experiencing strong growth with ~500K subscribers and 2.5M+ accounts opened.

Opportunity As they scale, they need experienced technical leadership to help them navigate the challenges of rapid growth. They're looking for someone who can provide both strategic vision and tactical execution to help the engineering organization evolve.

Engagement Model Start fractional (part‑time) to assess the organization and develop strategic plans. Strong potential to transition to full‑time CTO if there's mutual alignment. Pure fractional engagement (without full‑time path) will be considered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Shape the technical future of a profitable, fast‑growing FinTech company with real user impact.

Work with the latest technology tools and constantly challenge the status quo-

Start fractional to assess fit, with clear path to full‑time leadership role

100% remote. Work anywhere in the USA, whether remotely from home, in a co‑working space, or as a digital nomad.

Positively impact hundreds of thousands of people's financial lives while solving interesting technical challenges.

Fluent speaking and writing English with ability to have real‑time technical and strategic conversations.

3+ years of technical leadership experience as CTO or VP of Engineering.

Deep FinTech experience, ideally in the lending sector.

Proven track record scaling engineering teams through growth phases.

Hands‑on + Strategic Balance.

Direct Technical Leadership. Clear communicator who can state what needs to be done and make decisions confidently.

Experience assessing and developing engineering organizations.

Ability to identify bottlenecks and provide strategic technical vision while remaining tactical.

Experience with technical leadership structures and organizational design.

Comfortable working with executive teams and providing clear technical guidance.

Comfortable evaluating and working with niche technology choices.

Hands‑on experience implementing AI/ML systems in production.

Hands‑on experience in Flutter, Go microservices, DynamoDB and AWS.

Product management experience or deep collaboration with product teams.

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent demonstrated ability.

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