Vice President, Information Technology

Riot Platforms, Inc. • Austin, TX

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global IT strategy, aligning technology initiatives with Riot’s overarching business objectives and growth trajectory.
• 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.
• Lead, mentor, and scale a large, multi-tiered, and geographically distributed IT organization. Build a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• 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.
• 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.
• Own and optimize large, complex CapEx and OpEx budgets. Drive strategic vendor partnerships, contract negotiations, and procurement at an enterprise scale.
• Govern the deployment, integration, and management of core business applications and IT service delivery models across the enterprise.
• Partner with InfoSec and compliance teams to ensure all IT operations adhere to strict regulatory standards, operational controls, and disaster recovery SLA's.

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: Includes 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.
• Relocation assistance available.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Education Level: No Education Listed