Vice President, Information Technology

About Riot Platforms

Riot’s (NASDAQ: RIOT) vision is to be the world’s most trusted platform for powering and building digital infrastructure. Riot’s mission is to empower the future of digital infrastructure by positively impacting the sectors, networks, and communities that we touch. We believe that the combination of an innovative spirit and strong community partnership allows us to achieve best-in-class execution and create successful outcomes. 

Who we are

At Riot, we’re building the future of digital infrastructure. Our team members have unparalleled opportunities to work on groundbreaking initiatives. Through technical excellence and strategic execution, Riot has positioned itself as a leader in the industry driving advancements that continue to set new benchmarks in digital infrastructure. 

We are trailblazers. Problem solvers. People who thrive in fast-paced environments, communicate clearly, and bring relentless focus to efficiency and execution.   

About the role

We are seeking a visionary Vice President, Information Technology to direct the design, implementation, and management of Riot’s IT platforms, network infrastructure, business applications, and end-user computing across multiple locations. As the Vice President, you will bring a forward-looking perspective, analyzing our current capabilities, identifying operational gaps, and building a comprehensive technology roadmap to support our massive scale.

We are looking for an executive who thrives in a large enterprise environment, possesses deep data center expertise, and can seamlessly balance hands-on operational rigor with high-level strategic planning.

This role will be based at our Austin or downtown Denver location. Relocation assistance available.

What you'll do

• Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the global IT strategy, aligning technology initiatives with Riot’s overarching business objectives and growth trajectory.  
• Infrastructure & Data Center Operations: Oversee all network infrastructure and IT equipment across our corporate offices and large-scale data centers, ensuring maximum uptime and reliability for both internal employees and client-facing networks. 
• Team & Organizational Development: Lead, mentor, and scale a large, multi-tiered, and geographically distributed IT organization. Build a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.  
• AI Strategy & Adoption: Provide thought leadership and collaborate to align AI initiatives with business goals and risk appetite. Lead the roadmap for AI adoption across the enterprise, identifying high-impact use cases and ensuring our infrastructure and governance are ready to scale new technologies in a way that balances quick wins with long-term transformation.
• Future-Proofing & Gap Analysis: Assess current IT capabilities to identify gaps; design and execute a 3-to-5-year modernization roadmap that anticipates future scaling needs, technological shifts, and security requirements.  
• Financial & Vendor Management: Own and optimize large, complex CapEx and OpEx budgets. Drive strategic vendor partnerships, contract negotiations, and procurement at an enterprise scale.  
• Enterprise Platforms & Applications: Govern the deployment, integration, and management of core business applications and IT service delivery models across the enterprise.  
• Governance & Security: Partner with InfoSec and compliance teams to ensure all IT operations adhere to strict regulatory standards, operational controls, and disaster recovery SLA's. 

What you'll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Cybersecurity, or related field (advanced degree preferred); relevant certifications required (CISSP, ITIL4 etc)
• 15+ years of progressive IT experience, with a heavy emphasis on infrastructure and enterprise operations. 
• 10+ years of senior management experience, successfully leading large, enterprise organizations with distributed tech teams across multiple locations. 
• Proven track record in data center IT operations, network engineering (LAN/WAN, hybrid connectivity), and scaling infrastructure within high-compute or heavy industrial footprints. 
• Proven track record of leading large-scale organizational shifts and driving adoption of new technologies and ways of working. 
• Demonstrated history of managing large-scale IT budgets, cost optimization strategies, and complex vendor ecosystems.

Preferred

• Prior leadership experience at a hyperscaler or highly comparable infrastructure environment. 
• Experience operating within a publicly traded company, navigating SOX compliance, strict regulatory governance, and public reporting rigor. 

Compensation and Benefits 

• Competitive Salary: $220,000 - $250,000 Base salary (commensurate with experience) + bonus + sign-on equity grant.
• Long-Term Growth: Eligible to participate in Riot’s equity incentive programs and share in the success you help build.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Incudes a generous company match.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options, including 100% company-paid plans.
• Wellness & Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy free gym memberships, pet insurance, childcare discounts, and more to support your life both in and out of work.

Riot is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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