Mark Hill
About Mark Hill
Mark Hill serves as the Senior Director of IT Operations at Digital River, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in database engineering and IT operations, having held various roles at Digital River and Piper Jaffray over the past two decades.
Current Role at Digital River
Mark Hill serves as the Senior Director of IT Operations at Digital River, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he oversees various IT operations, ensuring efficient management and execution of technology initiatives. His responsibilities include leading the release management organization and managing the database engineering discipline. Hill's leadership is pivotal in driving operational excellence within the organization.
Previous Experience at Digital River
Mark Hill has a substantial history with Digital River, having held multiple positions since 2004. He started as a Database Administrator and progressed through various roles, including Technical Manager, Senior Technical Manager, Associate Director, and Director of IT Operations. His tenure at Digital River spans over a decade, during which he contributed significantly to the company's IT and database engineering functions.
Experience at Piper Jaffray
Before joining Digital River, Mark Hill worked at Piper Jaffray from 1997 to 2004. He began as a Programmer/Analyst and later transitioned to a Database Administrator role. His experience at Piper Jaffray provided him with a solid foundation in programming and database management, which he later applied in his roles at Digital River.
Education and Expertise
Mark Hill earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) from the University of Minnesota, where he studied from 1988 to 1993. His educational background in engineering complements his extensive experience in IT operations and database engineering, equipping him with a strong analytical skill set and technical knowledge essential for his roles.
Implementation of Service Now at Digital River
In his current role, Mark Hill oversees the implementation of Service Now at Digital River. This initiative is part of his broader responsibilities in IT operations, aimed at enhancing service management and operational efficiency within the organization. His leadership in this project reflects his commitment to improving IT service delivery.