Management, Operations Manager, Business Management

Overview

VP of California | Ripple Fiber

We are looking for a VP of California to join our growing team.

At Ripple Fiber, we deliver more than high-speed internet. We’re creating a ripple effect by producing opportunities and brighter futures for the residents of the communities we serve. Join America’s most innovative, industry-leading fiber internet company, and help shape the future.

We believe the biggest wave starts as a ripple.

We are a dynamic, fast-growing, and innovative company driven by ambitious self-starters with entrepreneurial mindsets. Our fast-paced environment fosters creativity, collaboration, and initiative. We are people-centric, placing strong emphasis on employee experience, career growth, and professional development.

We are seeking a senior, state-level leader to own and scale our California operations. Reporting to the Chief Sales Officer, this role will focus on growing and evolving our California market.

• Own full P&L responsibility for California, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance.
• Lead and oversee regional executives, sales managers, sales representatives, and field operations.
• Manage local construction efforts and coordinate closely with PMO and government affairs teams.
• Establish operational clarity and oversight across:
  • Field operations managers
  • Service and maintenance functions
  • Sales leadership and execution
• Drive early-stage market activation, with an initial focus on launching and scaling priority California markets, followed by deeper market penetration and customer experience optimization.
• Serve as the executive point person for California, aligning cross-functional teams to deliver growth and operational excellence.
• Provide monthly executive-level updates on California’s overall performance, progress, and strategic priorities.
• Partner with Finance to develop and manage the California budget and ensure clear understanding of P&L ownership.

• Significant leadership experience in operations, general management, or regional/state-level roles.
• Demonstrated ability to build, scale, and lead teams in a growing or evolving organization.
• Comfortable operating across multiple functions, including operations, sales, construction, and customer-facing teams.
• Strong business judgment with the ability to balance strategy and execution in a dynamic environment.
• Experience working with cross-functional partners and senior leadership.
• Clear, executive-level communication skills and the ability to provide regular updates on performance and progress.
• Ability to operate effectively in ambiguity and adapt as the role and organization scale.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health benefits, 401(k) with company match, and a supportive work environment where innovation and teamwork thrive. If you’re passionate about making a difference and being part of a community-focused company, Ripple Fiber is the place for you.

Ripple Fiber is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Ripple Fiber is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.