Faramarz Mahdavi

Faramarz Mahdavi is a seasoned technology executive with extensive experience in enterprise infrastructure and operations across leading companies. At Rivian, Faramarz serves as VP of Enterprise Technology Infrastructure, driving growth and transformation in a pre-IPO environment. Prior experience includes leading IT infrastructure and operations at Cadence Design Systems, managing a $40M budget while overseeing a global team and implementing advanced technological solutions. At Informatica, Faramarz enhanced cloud management platforms and refined technology stacks, while Faramarz's tenure at VMWare focused on stabilizing network infrastructure and improving customer satisfaction through innovative systems. Earlier roles at Intuit complemented Faramarz's strong foundation in technology management. Faramarz holds a Master of Science in Telecommunications Management from Golden Gate University and a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication from California State University - East Bay.