Elite Technology Leadership

Hands-on CTO &
Systems Architect

I design, build, and lead scalable technology systems — from vision to execution.

With 15+ years in architecture, engineering, and leadership, I partner with startups and scaleups to transform ideas into operational systems — guiding teams, building foundations, and driving sustainable growth.

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The Builder Behind
the Architecture

I've been programming since I was 13. Over the past 15 years, I've led technology initiatives across startups, enterprises, and innovation labs — bridging code, teams, and strategy.

Unlike traditional executives, I remain hands-on. I architect cloud systems, build automation pipelines, mentor engineers, and create frameworks that scale both technology and culture.

I've worked through agencies and partnerships with organizations like TaylorMade, BlackRock, Gradient, and Events.com — helping them evolve from fragmented systems to cohesive operations.

Today, I work with forward-thinking companies that want more than advice — they want execution.

15+ Years

Professional experience across startups, enterprises, and global brands

Full-Stack

From infrastructure and DevOps to frontend systems and AI integration

Leadership

Team building, process design, and cultural transformation at scale

Technology leadership isn't about PowerPoints — it's about precision, clarity, and building what works.
Iván Martínez Agüero
Premium Services

Core Services

Elite technology leadership, built for real execution.

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Strategic Diagnostic & System Blueprint

A complete audit of your systems, processes, and architecture — uncovering critical gaps and building a roadmap for scalable, efficient growth.

Full technical audit
Infrastructure mapping
Scalability roadmap
Maturity assessment
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Fractional CTO Executive Leadership

I act as your CTO on demand — aligning technology, leadership, and product direction with business strategy and execution.

Technology strategy
System architecture
Team leadership
Process design
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Executive Advisory & Mentorship

Ongoing technical and strategic partnership — guiding teams and executives through scaling, architecture, and organizational maturity.

Quarterly reviews
Technical coaching
Strategic guidance
Growth planning

Ready to transform your technology organization?

Proven System

The Martínez Agüero
Framework™

From vision to execution — a proven system for building scalable technology.

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DIAGNOSE

Analyze and map the entire system

Every engagement starts with clarity. We audit code, processes, and communication patterns to identify where systems fail — and where they can grow.

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DIRECT

Architect, design, and lead the execution plan

I step in as an executive partner — aligning technology, leadership, and business goals with hands-on implementation.

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DEVELOP

Build, train, and scale

We deliver. From cloud systems to automation, I ensure every layer performs — and the team is ready to own it.

"I don't just design systems — I build them."
Professional Journey

Experience &
Background

Over 15 years building systems, teams, and scalable products for global brands and startups.

Trusted by Leading Organizations

TaylorMade
BlackRock Corporation
Gradient Corporation
Events.com
EqualsTrue
2023 - Present

Technical Lead & Systems Architect

EqualsTrue

Leading complete system redesign and infrastructure development. Responsible for process optimization, architecture decisions, and team leadership.

Next.jsAWSPostgreSQLDevOps
2020 - 2023

Senior Software Architect

Events.com

Product scalability and backend modernization. Led migration to cloud infrastructure and implemented CI/CD pipelines.

Node.jsKubernetesMongoDB
2018 - 2020

Solutions Architect

Gradient Corporation

SaaS architecture and cloud systems design. Built scalable microservices architecture serving millions of users.

PythonAWSDocker
2016 - 2018

Lead Engineer

BlackRock Corporation

Financial systems and secure digital infrastructure. Implemented high-availability systems with 99.99% uptime.

JavaSpringOracle
2014 - 2016

Software Engineer

TaylorMade

Digital product integration and e-commerce systems. Built customer-facing platforms handling high-volume transactions.

ReactPHPMySQL
Work With Me

Engagement Plans

Flexible, high-impact engagement models designed for startups, agencies, and growing tech teams that need experienced leadership without hiring a full-time CTO.

Each plan focuses on delivering measurable outcomes, not just hours worked.

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Strategic Diagnostic & System Blueprint

Ideal for:

Companies seeking a complete technical and organizational evaluation to identify bottlenecks and design a scalable system foundation.

You get:

  • •Full technical and organizational audit (systems, processes, culture, communication)
  • •Technology blueprint: complete infrastructure and dependency mapping
  • •Scalability and automation roadmap
  • •Technology and organizational maturity report

Engagement:

3–4 weeks engagement

MOST POPULAR
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Fractional CTO Executive Leadership

Ideal for:

Startups or growing teams needing an experienced CTO to establish leadership, processes, and scalable technology aligned with business goals.

You get:

  • •Technology strategy and governance design
  • •Full system creation — infrastructure, DevOps, databases, security, scalability
  • •Culture and process development — documentation, QA, communication workflows
  • •Product and roadmap supervision
  • •AI or automation implementation (if applicable)

Engagement:

3–6 months engagement

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Executive Advisory & Mentorship

Ideal for:

Founders and executives seeking continuous strategic and technical guidance for long-term growth and scalability.

You get:

  • •Quarterly architecture and process reviews
  • •Technical and organizational coaching
  • •Strategic guidance for scaling, growth, and investment readiness

Engagement:

6–12 months retainer

Not sure which plan fits your needs?

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Real Results

Transformation Stories

Real results from real engagements. These aren't just projects — they're system transformations.

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AI-driven Marketing Startup

Series A Startup

Challenge

Lacked deployment automation and consistent development environments.

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FinTech Platform

Series B Scale-up

Challenge

Unstable infrastructure and no centralized monitoring.

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Enterprise SaaS Provider

Growth Stage

Challenge

Inefficient developer communication and long QA cycles.

Perspectives

Insights & Ideas

Lessons learned from building systems at scale — from architecture to leadership.

Leadership

Why Most CTOs Fail at Scaling

Technical brilliance means nothing if you can't align teams, processes, and systems toward a shared vision.

5 min read
Architecture

The Hidden Cost of Technical Debt

It's not about the code you write today — it's about the system you can maintain tomorrow.

7 min read
Process

Documentation as Infrastructure

Great systems aren't just built in code. They're built in clarity, communication, and culture.

4 min read

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Let's Build Something Exceptional

Ready to align your technology with your vision? Let's talk.