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Your Technical Co-Founder, Without the Equity Trade-Off

Build, scale, and launch with seasoned technical leadership at your side. Spiral Scout provides expert engineering, product strategy, and hands-on execution—acting as your technical co-founder to transform ideas into market-ready products. Whether you need CTO-level guidance, a full-stack development team, or AI-driven solutions, we bring the expertise to drive your startup’s success—without giving away equity.

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KEY FEATURES

Our experts provide strategic leadership and hands-on technical execution, helping your startup navigate every phase of growth. From MVP development to scaling engineering teams, we act as your technical co-founder, ensuring your product is built for success.

Startup Tech Leadership

Engineering Excellence

MVP Development & Product Strategy

Building and Leading Tech Teams

Tech Innovation & Strategy

Agile Development Process

Technical Decision-Making & Risk Management

Startup Equity & Co-Founder Collaboration

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Technical Strategy & Vision

We collaborate with founders to define a technical strategy that aligns with business goals. This includes product road mapping, technology stack selection, and prioritizing key milestones to ensure long-term success.

Building Scalable Systems & Teams

As your technical leader, we design robust systems and assemble agile engineering teams. By focusing on scalability and resilience, we enable your startup to grow confidently and adapt to evolving challenges.

Continuous Optimization

We oversee every stage of development, ensuring efficient execution and seamless delivery. Our co-founders also identify opportunities for optimization, enhancing your product and driving sustainable growth.

technologies we use

  • Programming languages and frameworks
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      .NET
    • java logo
      Java
    • PHP logo
      PHP
    • Node.js logo
      Node.js
    • golang logo
      Golang
    • Python logo
      Python
    • Ruby logo
      Ruby
    • javascript logo
      JavaScript
    • react native logo
      React
      Native
    • angular logo
      Angular
    • HTML5 logo
      HTML5
    • Flutter logo
      Flutter
    • Swift logo
      Swift
    • Ionic logo
      Ionic
  • E-commerce platforms
    • shopify logo
      Shopify
    • magento logo
      Magento
    • BigCommerce logo
      BigCommerce
    • WooCommerce logo
      WooCommerce
  • Android
    • Kotlin logo
      Kotlin
    • java logo
      Java
    • android studio logo
      Android
      Studio
  • iOS
    • Swift logo
      Swift
    • Xcode logo
      Xcode
  • Design tools
    • figma logo
      Figma
    • Adobe XD logo
      Adobe XD
    • Sketch logo
      Sketch
    • invision logo
      InVision
    • zeplin logo
      Zeplin
    • canva logo
      Canva
  • Databases
    • postgeSQL logo
      PostgreSQL
    • mysql logo
      MySQL
    • mongodb logo
      MongoDB
    • redis logo
      Redis
    • ClickHouse logo
      ClickHouse
  • Infrastructure
    • Kubernetes logo
      Kubernetes
    • AWS logo
      AWS
    • docker logo
      Docker
    • github logo
      GitHub
    • gitlab logo
      Gitlab CI/CD
    • jenkins
      Jenkins
    • Terraform logo
      Terraform
    • elasticsearch logo
      Elasticsearch
    • Firebase logo
      Firebase
    • Temporal SDKs logo
      Temporal
    • Retool Logo
      Retool
    • cloudflare logo
      Cloudflare
  • Monitoring & Analytics
    • datadog logo
      Datadog
    • Sentry logo
      Sentry
    • prometheus logo
      Prometheus
    • Zabbix logo
      Zabbix
    • Google Analytics logo
      Google
      Analytics
    • metabase logo
      Metabase
    • tableau-software
      Tableau
    • grafana logo
      Grafana
  • AI & Machine Learning
    • Wippy.ai
      Wippy.ai
    • Claude logo
      Claude
    • copilot logo
      Co-pilot
    • midjourney logo
      Midjourney
    • chatgpt-4 logo
      ChatGPT
    • Semantic Kernel logo
      Semantic
      Kernel
    • CrewAI
      CrewAI
    • autogen logo
      Autogen
    • gemini logo
      Gemini
    • dify logo
      Dify
    • Llama.cpp logo
      Llama.cpp
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      DeepSeek

Real Success, Real Stories

Where visionary ideas meet technical expertise. See how our service helps startups navigate every stage of growth, driving innovation and scaling success.

  • Total deal values

    Automating legal deal management with multi-agent AI

    SALESFORCE INTEGRATION | AI SOLUTIONS | CORPORATE LAW FOCUS
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  • CPQ engine Temporal

    Optimizing sales efficiency with a CPQ system for Alaska Rubber Group

    CUSTOM DEVELOPMENT
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  • Consensus preview

    Building an enterprise ready Demo Platform and saving $500k+ each year

    Sales Demo Automation | Application Design and Development
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  • Chequeout preview

    Enabling fast payments with an online scan-and-go platform

    E-COMMERCE PAYMENT APP AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
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    Photography marketplace software

    DAM and eCommerce platform
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  • FlowFluency project preview

    Building a Reading Fluency learning platform

    LMS SaaS Platform
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  • Off the menu project preview

    Driving restaurant traffic with a custom mobile app

    CMS, mobile e-commerce development
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  • Shopify integration

    Building and supporting a Shopify sales-channel application for Dibz

    SHOPIFY INTEGRATION, UX/UI AND USER FLOW IMPROVEMENTS
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  • Preview_HDMV

    Developing a communication portal for DMV exam preparation

    Design, Web Development, Project Management and Quality Assurance
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  • Preview_Moment

    iOS App Development for Two-Sided Marketplace | Moment

    Mobile App Development, Web Design
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    Advantages of Technical
    Co-Founder

    Discover how collaborating with a dedicated technical co-founder can drive innovation, accelerate growth, and streamline your startup’s success.

    Strategic Tech Leadership

    Gain CTO-level guidance to align product development with business goals, helping you navigate technical decisions, funding discussions, and long-term scalability.
    Example: A founder with a great SaaS idea but no technical background partners with us to develop a roadmap, make tech stack decisions, and attract investors with a validated MVP.

    Building and Leading Tech Teams

    We recruit, mentor, and manage high-performing engineering teams, ensuring your startup scales efficiently with the right technical talent.
    Example: A SaaS company was struggling with turnover in their dev team. We stepped in as an interim CTO, stabilized hiring, and implemented agile processes to increase delivery speed.

    Engineering Excellence

    Access senior engineers and architects who build resilient, high-performance software that meets the demands of a growing user base.
    Example: A fintech startup needed an AI-driven fraud detection system. We assembled an engineering team, designed the architecture, and integrated AI models for real-time analysis.

    Tech Innovation & Strategy

    Stay ahead of the competition with emerging tech solutions, AI integrations, and scalable cloud architectures tailored to your industry.
    Example: A logistics company used outdated systems. We modernized their platform with AI-powered route optimization, reducing operational costs by 30%.

    MVP Development & Product Strategy

    Quickly bring your vision to life with a strategic, cost-effective MVP designed to validate your idea and attract early users or investors.
    Example: A founder needed to test their AI-powered e-commerce tool. We built a functional MVP in 12 weeks, allowing them to secure funding and onboard beta customers.

    Startup Equity & Co-Founder Collaboration

    We offer flexible engagement models—whether you need a hands-on tech partner, a fractional CTO, or an external team to complement your in-house engineers.
    Example: A founder wanted a technical co-founder but didn’t want to give up equity. We provided a dedicated engineering team and strategic guidance at a predictable cost.

    Let us be your trusted cto

    Empower your startup with technical leadership and strategic expertise from Spiral Scout’s seasoned professionals.

    Strategic Technical Guidance

    Get expert advice on technical architecture, scalability, and future-proof solutions to position your startup for sustainable growth.

    Faster Time to Market

    Reduce development timelines with hands-on technical leadership, streamlining processes to help launch your product faster.

    Investor Confidence

    With a technical co-founder from Spiral Scout, build trust with investors by showcasing a strong foundation for your business.

    Access to Expert Resources

    Leverage network of engineers and developers to augment your team with specialized skills as your startup grows.

    • elb logo

      A long partnership with Spiral Scout has brought in sizable revenue and several industry awards.

      Rich Vass
      Rich Vass
      eLearning Brothers, Director of Custom Solutions Strategies
    • Consensus logo

      We are operating at about a fifth the cost of our previous local dev team while maintaining the quality and rate of development of our products and services.

      Consens.us_Geoff Beckstrom
      Geoff Beckstrom
      Consens.us, Former VP of Operations
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      Spiral Scout truly cares about the end results.

      Matt Torman
      Matt Torman
      Zoom, Content Marketing Manager
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      They find the best solution for the problem instead of just finding the easiest way to solve the problem.

      Drew Altizer
      Drew Altizer
      Drew Altizer Photography, Owner
    • Made In

      Spiral Scout really knows the Shopify ecosystem and keeps their promises regarding the project’s scope and delivery.

      Chip Malt
      Chip Malt
      Made In Cookware, CEO
    • Temporal PHP SDK

      Very rare to find such a motivated and dedicated technical team. They took an incredibly broad task and delivered a high-quality result with zero experience in our domain.

      Ryland Goldstein
      Ryland Goldstein
      Temporal.io, Head of Product

      Transform Ideas into Scalable Solutions

      John Griffin

      John Griffin

      Co-Founder, CEO

      Anton titov

      Anton “JD” Titov

      Co-Founder, CTO

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      Your questions, answered

      A technical co-founder is a seasoned technology leader who partners with you to drive your startup’s technical vision and growth. At Spiral Scout, our technical co-founders are deeply involved in both the strategic and hands-on aspects of product development. They make crucial decisions around product architecture, scalability, and overall technology strategy, ensuring your startup has a strong, scalable foundation. By working with Spiral Scout, you get access to experienced leadership that accelerates product development, mitigates technical risks, and aligns technology with business goals.

      With Spiral Scout, a technical co-founder can integrate with your team quickly — usually within a few days. Our technical co-founders are skilled at rapidly understanding your tech stack, assessing your goals, and getting to work immediately. Whether you need someone to help build your MVP or guide your product’s long-term scalability, our technical co-founders seamlessly blend into your existing team and start making impactful contributions from day one.

      By working with Spiral Scout, you gain the following benefits:

      • Expert guidance: our technical co-founders have years of experience in product architecture, engineering leadership, and scalability.
      • Reduced risk: with Spiral Scout, you gain access to seasoned professionals who help avoid common technical pitfalls, ensuring that your product is built with the right foundation and scalable for growth.
      • Hands-on support: unlike consultants who work offsite, Spiral Scout’s technical co-founders are deeply involved in your startup, driving the development process and working directly with your engineers.
      • Business alignment: our technical co-founders ensure that technology decisions align with your overall business strategy, driving both product innovation and long-term success.

      A technical co-founder from Spiral Scout works closely with your existing team to provide leadership and guidance. They collaborate with your engineers to optimize workflows, mentor team members, and ensure that technical efforts are aligned with business objectives. Whether it’s product development, scalability, or technical strategy, our technical co-founders ensure that every decision supports your startup’s long-term growth and success. At Spiral Scout, we understand that a cohesive, aligned team is key to overcoming technical challenges and building a successful product.

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