Torben Anderson — Fractional CTO Resume

Strategic Senior CTO with 25+ years of experience in Big 5 consulting and entrepreneurship, blending deep technical expertise with strategic leadership. A hands-on technologist with foundational software engineering background, specializing in helping non-technical CEOs bridge the gap between business and technology. Proven track record of managing teams up to 60 people while maintaining hands-on development capabilities. Experienced in architecting and implementing enterprise-grade systems across AI/ML, blockchain, mobile, and web technologies, translating complex technical concepts into actionable business strategies.

Technical Skills

Mobile & Cross-platform:

Flutter, React Native, Expo, Dart, iOS, Android, Xcode, Android Studio

Languages:

TypeScript, JavaScript, Dart, HTML/CSS

Frontend:

React, Tailwind CSS, Responsive Design

Frameworks:

Next.js

Backend:

Node.js, RESTful APIs, Firebase, Firebase Cloud Functions, Supabase, PostgreSQL, SQL, OAuth 2.0, JWT, API Security

Blockchain & Web3:

Ethereum, Smart Contracts, DeFi, Web3.js, Solidity, Antelope/EOSIO

AI/ML:

OpenAI API, GPT Integration, Real-time AI Streaming, ML Model Integration, Prompt Engineering

Cloud & DevOps:

AWS, Azure, GCP, Docker, CI/CD, Microservices, Cloud Architecture

Tools & Platforms:

Git, GitHub, VS Code, Cursor, Claude Code, Codex, OpenClaw, Figma, Webflow, Auth0, Vercel

Testing:

Jest, Playwright, React Testing Library

Methodologies:

Agile/Scrum, SAFe, Lean, Design Thinking, TDD, DevOps Practices

Industries:

Fintech, Energy Systems, Government, Banking, Capital Markets, Music