Riot Platforms, Inc.

800 Total Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What's the Company Culture Like at Riot Platforms, Inc.?

Riot Platforms, Inc. Employee Perspectives

What would you tell someone considering applying to your company?

Here at Riot, we’re big believers in the spirit of “one team.” When I joined, I quickly learned that the best answers never come from just one person or even one department. I learned to lean on coworkers across the company. 

Riot’s roots run deep in Bitcoin mining and I’ve seen firsthand how that expertise has pushed us to innovate in the digital infrastructure and AI space. If you’re collaborative, adaptable and energized by change, you'll find your place here.

 

What surprised you after joining?

I had no idea how well our Bitcoin mining roots positioned us as a leader in digital infrastructure. Our access to power and cooling gives us a competitive edge that most other companies can’t match. The industry itself is undergoing a complete transformation and Riot isn’t catching up to it. We helped create it.

I also didn’t expect the level of cross-company support and collaboration. Early on, a co-worker from a different part of the business provided insights and context that helped me move forward. That kind of connection across teams is invaluable.

 

What makes your culture motivating?

I value being part of a public company that still thinks and moves like a startup. We have both the resources and the agility to do big things. 

Leadership here is truly humble and invested in the people around them. When I needed direction, the people who showed up weren’t just helpful. They were genuinely interested in building a real working relationship with me. That’s not something I’ve experienced anywhere else.

I’m not just doing a job here. I’m helping build what comes next.

Grace Channell
Grace Channell, Marketing & Program Management Specialist

What People Are Saying About Riot Platforms, Inc.

  • People-First Culture: Pay and benefits are described as competitive, with equity, 401(k) match, wellness and mental‑health programs, childcare supports, and paid time off signaling investment in employees. Company materials also emphasize local engagement and volunteerism in Texas communities.
  • Collaborative & Supportive Culture: Colleagues are depicted as collaborative with supportive teams and a positive environment in some groups. Approachable leadership and all‑hands forums in office settings reinforce a supportive tone.
  • Learning & Knowledge Sharing: Hands‑on learning at large Texas sites and promotion‑from‑within in some teams point to practical development. Expansion into high‑performance computing and data centers creates opportunities to build new skills in a fast‑scaling setting.

Riot Platforms, Inc.'s Benefits

Established employee awards to honor work and contributions

Provides modern technology across teams

Offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Offers fitness stipend

Offers wellness initiatives designed to combat burnout and mental fatigue

Offers wellness programs

Through Wellhub, employees get access to thousands of free and discounted fitness classes, wellness apps, and personal training options.

Partners with nonprofits

We partner with nonprofit organizations that prioritize impact in the arts, humanities, education, and community development to amplify impact and foster inclusive growth.

Provides opportunities to volunteer in the local community

Riot is committed to fostering responsible community engagement and making meaningful local investments.

Defined values and mission statements

Hosts in-person all-hands meetings

Each of our offices hosts regular all-hands meetings to foster collaboration, celebrate wins, and stay aligned on company growths.

Open office floor plan to encourage communication and collaboration

Policies promote a low-ego, team-driven culture

Uses an OKR operational model to clearly define goals and priorities

Utilizes an open door policy that encourages accessibility

Allows work from home occasionally

Utilizes a hybrid work model