Shane MacKay — Fractional CTO & Technology Leader
Hey MacKay is led by Shane MacKay, an experienced technology leader who helps businesses design, build, and scale software the right way.
Shane brings hands-on CTO-level experience in software architecture, product development, and managing in-house, near-shore, and off-shore engineering teams. He works directly with founders and leadership teams to turn business goals into clear technical strategy — and then ensures it’s executed with quality and accountability.
Fractional CTO Leadership & Global Development Management
Expert technology strategy, hands-on architecture, and efficient near-shore/off-shore team management — so you can build and scale software without hiring a full-time engineering department.
What I Do
Fractional CTO Services
- Technology roadmap creation
- Architectural guidance & best practices
- Budgeting, hiring, and vendor selection
- Oversight of internal, near-shore, and off-shore teams
- Ongoing technical leadership without the full-time cost
Managed Global Development Teams
- Near-shore and off-shore team coordination
- Daily standups, sprint planning & progress reporting
- Code reviews, QA processes, and delivery management
- Communication alignment across time zones
- Transparent workflow and predictable outcomes
Custom Software Development
- Web & mobile applications
- Internal dashboards and automation
- API integrations and cloud infrastructure
- Maintenance, monitoring & ongoing improvements
Why Companies Work With Me
You get the expertise of a senior technology leader, plus the efficiency of global engineering talent — all managed under one roof.
Benefits:
- Lower cost structure compared to hiring in-house devs
- Faster delivery with distributed teams working in parallel
- High-quality engineering standards through architecture + oversight
- Clear communication with one point of accountability
- Scalable teams that grow with your product
Our Process (Simple + Trust-building)
1. Understand your goals
- I learn your business model, challenges, and technology needs.
2. Build the plan
- You get a clear roadmap, budget expectations, and the right team structure.
3. Execute & manage
- I manage developers (in-house, near-shore, or off-shore) and ensure quality delivery.
4. Report & refine
- Weekly updates, demos, metrics, and ongoing improvements.
One partner. Clear communication. Predictable results.
Who I Work With
Ideal clients:
- Startups needing senior leadership but not ready for a full-time CTO
- Established businesses modernizing legacy systems
- Companies struggling with offshore teams lacking oversight
- Agencies needing architectural support or development capacity
- Founders who need guidance from idea → launch → scale
My Clients:
