Director, Compensation

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.

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. 

Riot is seeking a Director of Compensation to establish a comprehensive compensation framework.

This role leads the end-to-end design, implementation, and ongoing governance of Riot's foundational compensation programs, including job architecture, salary structures, executive compensation, and equity, in an environment where limited formal structure currently exists. The Director will build scalable frameworks that support corporate functions, data center operations, and executive leadership. The Director carries direct accountability for executive compensation, equity plan administration, and Board readiness, and is hands-on in the systems and data that bring these programs to life.

This role reports to the Senior Director, Total Rewards & Systems, with close partnership across People Partners, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership.

• Serve as the hands-on owner of compensation data in Rippling and Riot's new HCM platform, building data models and configuring job, structure, and range data directly

• Lead the operational integration of annual compensation cycles across systems and payroll, ensuring clean data inputs and seamless handoffs from planning through payroll execution

• Partner with HRIS, Payroll, and Talent Acquisition to align compensation data, workflows, and controls across platforms

• 10+ years of progressive compensation experience, with at least 3–5 years supporting executive compensation at a publicly traded company

• 7+ years leading total rewards or compensation programs or teams

• Proven ability to build and scale total rewards programs and operations, including job architecture, salary structures, and leveling frameworks

• Experience preparing materials and presentations for Board Committees

• Advanced Excel modeling skills and the ability to develop analyses from incomplete or unstructured data

• Hands-on experience with data modeling and compensation configuration in HRIS/HCM platforms, including integration with payroll

• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in ambiguous environments, independently defining priorities and driving recommendations to completion

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present to various audiences 

• Ability to serve as a high-impact individual contributor, with interest in building and leading a team as the function grows

• Experience in energy, data centers, manufacturing, crypto, or other environments with a large hourly or shift-based workforce

• Experience with multi-entity organizations, M&A integration, or harmonizing pay across acquired companies

• CCP, CECP, or similar certification

• Experience with Rippling

Compensation and Benefits 

• Competitive Salary: Base range (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.