Technical Advisor
Noun · Startup & VC
Definitions
An advisor who helps a startup on technical direction, architecture, hiring, or product credibility without operating full-time inside the company. Early teams often use technical advisors to fill gaps before they can hire deeply.
In plain English: An advisor who helps the company with technical decisions and credibility.
Example: "The startup brought in a technical advisor to pressure-test the platform design before fundraising."