Helping SaaS teams fly solo
We build software. We lead engineering teams. We coach technical leaders. We technically de-risk funding rounds.
Our CTOs in residence help software teams make smart decisions, improve rhythm and pace, coach leaders, and be a helpful voice at management meetings.
This is what we do best
How we help SaaS teams
Depending on your situation, we'll use a different approach.
Building
Our senior software engineers join your team and lead by example while building your product
We develop software from the ground up, shape the product, offer strategic advice, and manage the engineering team. If there is no team, we'll help you recruit it.
Software engineeringLeading
Our CTOs ad interim help with technical leadership or act as a sounding board for your (struggling) tech lead.
Our CTOs ad interim lead your engineering teams in the form of consulting, CTO as a Service or engineering management. Our CTO sounding board service is a specialized track designed to empower your tech leaders.
Technical leadershipAuditing
With our technical due diligence, we help investors and founders identify the technical risks for their next funding round.
During our due diligence audits (or technical audits), we listen to the voices in the relevant teams and dive deep in your product's codebase. We give our honest opinion and point you in the right direction, fully remote.
Technical due diligenceMaking ourselves obsolete
We are not a typical agency
We believe that the biggest test for every entrepreneur is in scaling their business. We have found that the challenges are unique to each business, requiring specific solutions.
We help early stage companies overcome these challenges by providing technical expertise matched with product and business strategy. All while coaching the company's teams to lead their people with confidence.
When we don’t know, we ask. When we know, we share. It’s our duty to make sure everyone next to us does the same. We mentor your team and share knowledge openly. Company culture is also key. Happy people get you further so we create an atmosphere of trust and smiley faces.
However, radical honesty is our trademark. Serving as the technical voice, we say no when needed (even if this will cost us the deal). Our engineers set a high bar and work together with your team to deliver quality-first products. Pinky promise.
And one thing we tell our clients at the start: we're not going to stick around forever. Our goal is to make your team stand on it's own feet and look for our replacements as soon as possible. That's why we can also help with recruiting.
Client testimonials
Here's what people think about us
Lawfty
A nationwide network of vetted injury lawyers
CTO Coaching from madewithlove has been a game changer for me. Clive has helped me navigate the challenges we faced as we kicked off the rebuild of our application and doubled our team size. We also work on identifying my leadership style and ensuring team values are clearly dictated to my team. I wish I started sooner!
Elizabeth Rotunno (Director of Engineering)
Phished
Revolutionize the cyber awareness of your company
Madewithlove has been a fantastic partner for over two years. They helped us scale our team and build a future-proof platform that grows with our business. Their expertise in scalable architecture, pragmatic approach and overall professionalism has been key to our success. Highly recommended!
Arnout Van de Meulebroucke (CTO)
Helpper
A sharing economy platform for budget holders who need or are seeking additional support
In a short time, madewitloves interim CTO has noticeably improved how our development team works. The extensive experience and expertise have made our team more efficient and effective. In this way, our team managed to establish a solid foundation for future growth. The straightforward and expert advice on technical decisions, especially with complex issues, has been very valuable for our team. During a period of growth, this guidance has greatly helped us, allowing us to look to the future with more confidence.
Dries De Roeck (Product manager)
Startups & VCs we have helped
We’re getting booked up pretty quickly, so the sooner you get in touch, the sooner we can help you…
We write for tech leaders
There is a time and place for everything: managed services vs DIY
Should you avoid managed services to prevent lock-in? Maybe. However, spending months reinventing infrastructure instead of shipping features is a bigger risk. Balance is key. Know the trade-offs, understand the costs, and make decisions based on your reality.
Learning from OSS: legacyBehaviour property on Next.js 's Link component
Ever introduced a breaking change and instantly regretted it? Components evolve, but forcing users into painful refactors isn’t ideal. Next.js tackled this with a legacyBehaviour flag—letting devs opt out of the new behavior while they migrate at their own pace.