Riot Platforms, Inc. · 2 weeks ago
Data Center Critical Operations Manager
Rockdale, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$120K/yr - $160K/yr
5+ years expRiot Platforms, Inc. is a leader in digital infrastructure and Bitcoin mining applications. The Data Center Critical Operations Manager will oversee daily operations of a mission-critical data center, ensuring uptime, safety, and operational excellence through effective team leadership and process management.
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Responsibilities
Site Ownership: Manage uptime, incident response, and preventive/corrective maintenance for all critical infrastructure (UPS, Generators, HVAC, BMS, Fire/Life Safety)
Team Leadership: Hire, coach, and manage a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and technicians
Liquid Cooling Expertise: Own the reliability and maintenance of advanced cooling systems (CDUs, RDHx, direct-to-chip, leak detection, and water treatment)
Operational Rigor: Drive strict adherence to safety (LOTO, NFPA/OSHA) and procedural discipline (MOP/SOP/EOP)
Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Oversee service providers/OEMs, manage SLAs/costs, and partner cross-functionally with IT, Security, and Construction
Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate asset records (CMMS) and ensure audit readiness (SOC, ISO)
Qualification
Required
5–10+ years in mission-critical operations (Data Centers, Hospitals, or Utilities) with proven leadership skills
Deep understanding of electrical/mechanical systems and risk controls
Experience with liquid cooling change control (valve lineups, pressure testing, air purge)
Ability to lift 50 lbs, climb ladders, participate in on-call rotations, and travel up to 5%
Preferred
Experience in hyperscale or customer-facing environments
Familiarity with Uptime Institute/TIA-942 and NFPA 70E
Bachelor's degree or equivalent technical/military training/trade school
Benefits
Sign-on equity grant
Bonus
Eligible to participate in Riot’s equity incentive programs and share in the success you help build
401(k) with Immediate Vesting: Generous company match up to 5%
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Multiple medical plan options with a 100% employer paid premiums
Wellness & Lifestyle Perks: Enjoy free gym membership, pet insurance, childcare discounts, and more to support your life both in and out of work
Company
Riot Platforms, Inc.
Riot is a Bitcoin-driven industry leader in the development of large-scale data centers and bitcoin mining applications.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.29BKey Investors
CoinbaseD. E. Shaw & Co.
2025-12-31Post Ipo Equity· $500M
2025-04-23Post Ipo Debt· $200M
2025-01-29Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Colin Yee
Chief Financial Officer
Benjamin Yi
Executive Chairman
Recent News
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