Product Development Manager (Program Manager)

About Riot Platforms 
Riot Platforms, Inc. (“Riot”) is a Bitcoin-driven industry leader dedicated to developing and operating large-scale data centers for high-performance computing and Bitcoin mining. With a vertically integrated strategy, Riot is actively expanding its mining operations, particularly in Texas and Kentucky, while also supporting innovation and growth through its engineering and fabrication teams in Denver, Colorado, and Houston, Texas. 

Join us as we build the world’s leading Bitcoin and digital infrastructure platform, now expanding into large-scale data centers for high-performance computing (HPC) and AI clients, and help shape the future of digital assets and advanced computing. 

About the Role 
Riot Data Centers (a Riot Platforms company) is looking for a Product Development Manager (PDM) to join our team. This role is more than your traditional program manager position. In this role, you’ll combine the structured rigor of program execution with the strategic ownership of infrastructure products. You will define, launch, and scale the building blocks of our next-generation data center ecosystem, from land development, utilities integration, and construction methodologies to design innovations that set the industry standard. 

This is your chance to drive end-to-end product development for one of the most ambitious data center platforms in the world. 

What You’ll Do 

• Lead the full product development lifecycle—from concept through launch—for new Riot data center products and capabilities. 
• Partner across Engineering, Land Acquisition, Construction, Operations, Procurement, and Commercial teams to align scope, budget, and timelines. 
• Own strategic roadmaps, driving planning sessions, milestone tracking, and KPI reporting. 
• Translate complex project requirements into actionable execution plans using Asana and Procore. 
• Standardize workflows, templates, and processes to ensure consistency and scalability across development. 
• Proactively identify risks, remove roadblocks, and communicate solutions with clarity and transparency. 
• Act as the central point of contact for internal teams, vendors, consultants, and local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). 
• Manage budgets, vendor deliverables, and compliance in collaboration with Finance and Legal. 
• Drive continuous improvement by analyzing outcomes, capturing learnings, and evolving best practices. 

What You’ll Bring 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field (advanced degree a plus). 
• 5+ years of experience in product development, program management, or infrastructure delivery, ideally within data centers, utilities, cloud, or large-scale industrial projects. 
• Strong expertise in Asana, Procore, and Bluebeam, with experience building execution frameworks and dashboards. 
• Proven success managing $100M+ capital programs, coordinating across contractors, vendors, and cross-functional teams. 
• Exceptional executive communication skills with the ability to distill technical complexity into actionable insight. 
• Strong commercial and financial acumen to evaluate ROI, TCO, and trade-offs. 
• Resilient, adaptable leadership style suited for fast-paced, high-growth environments. 

Preferred Qualifications 

• Experience with land acquisition, permitting, or regulatory approvals for large-scale infrastructure. 
• Knowledge of renewable integration, power purchasing, or energy management in critical infrastructure. 
• Familiarity with Lean/Agile practices applied to large-scale development. 
• Exposure to customer delivery models in wholesale, hyperscale, or colocation ecosystems. 

Why join Riot?  

• Be part of a fast-growing startup backed by Riot Platforms 
• Work on high-impact projects in AI, HPC, and Bitcoin infrastructure 
• Collaborate with world-class talent across engineering, construction, and operations. 
• Enjoy a culture built on ownership, execution, and impact. 

Compensation and Benefits 

• Base salary range $120,000-140,000 commensurate with experience  
• Eligible for annual discretionary bonuses 
• Eligible for initial equity compensation & participation in long term equity incentive programs 
• Relocation assistance available 
• 401k plan with company matching & immediate vesting 
• Great medical, vision, and dental plans to choose from 
• Company paid Long-term and Short-term disability Insurance 
• Additional benefit options (Pet Insurance, Free Gym Memberships, Childcare discounts and more) 
• Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Generous PTO and Paid Holidays 
• A fun company culture with tremendous growth opportunities!