Vice President, Studio Tours & Retail Technology

Warner Bros. Discovery

Actively hiring
Remote (Ca Burbank Bldg. 700, Second Century, Tower 1, US) Posted 45 days ago $234,360–$435,240 / year
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TL;DR

The Vice President of Tours & Retail Technology leads the global technology strategy for Warner Bros. Discovery’s Studio Tours, Retail, and eCommerce businesses, shaping long-term initiatives that drive guest experience, revenue generation, and operational efficiency across a multibillion-dollar portfolio. This executive oversees a large international team responsible for developing enterprise-grade platforms in areas like ticketing, retail systems, payments, and supply chain management, ensuring they remain modern, integrated, and high-performing. Key responsibilities include defining technology roadmaps, leading digital transformation efforts to reduce technical debt, optimizing budgets for ROI-aligned decisions, and fostering an inclusive, high-accountability culture that promotes iterative delivery and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in media and entertainment technology, with a strong track record of strategic leadership, financial stewardship, and expertise in modern software development practices such as Agile and DevOps.

Skills

Python Java JavaScript AWS Azure Kubernetes Docker CI/CD PostgreSQL MongoDB Redis React Angular Vue.js RESTful APIs GraphQL Microservices DevOps Agile Scrum

What you'll do

  • Define and lead multi-year technology strategy for Tours & Retail businesses.
  • Own global product and platform roadmap for ticketing, retail systems, payments, etc.
  • Lead modernization efforts to reduce technical debt and improve reliability.
  • Oversee OPEX and CAPEX budgets to ensure ROI-aligned decisions.
  • Establish governance and KPIs across ad tech, affiliate, and scheduling platforms.

What we're looking for

  • Extensive senior leadership experience in media or technology sector with strategic vision and executive presence.
  • Proven success leading complex programs in media and entertainment, including Studio Tours, Theme Parks, Retail Stores, eCommerce, and supply chain.
  • Strong financial stewardship skills, including cost estimation, ROI analysis, and prioritizing large-scale investments.
  • Deep expertise in modern software development practices (Agile, DevOps) and guiding teams in selecting methodologies.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and lead a global technology organization across diverse regions and functions.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills for influencing senior stakeholders and collaborating across teams.

Market check

Salary context

This $234,360–$435,240 range sits above 96% of similar postings on FindRole.

Peer median band

$141,300–$210,000

Median floor and ceiling across peers.

Typical midpoint (25–75%)

$151,500–$207,743

Middle half of comparable postings.

Based on 239 comparable postings.

* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.

Employer

About Warner Bros. Discovery

Warner Bros. Discovery is a global media and entertainment company operating a broad portfolio of iconic content and brands including Warner Bros. film studio, HBO, CNN, Discovery Channel, and Max streaming service. Industry: Media & Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery currently has 54 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $121,100–$224,900 across 37 roles with salary data.

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