We believe that mental health is just as important as physical health. We recognize that mental health issues can be complex and multifaceted, and we are dedicated to treating the whole person, not just the symptoms.

We aim to create a world where mental health is no longer stigmatized or marginalized, but rather is embraced as an integral part of one's overall well-being. 

We believe that by providing quality care that is both evidence-based and compassionate, we can empower individuals to take charge of their mental health and achieve their full potential. We are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of those struggling with mental health issues and we strive to be a force for positive change in the field of mental healthcare.

Rula is a remote-first company. We currently hire in most U.S. states, with the exception of Hawaii.

About the Role

Engineering Managers at Rula are the primary engine for scaling our mission. They are critical because they sit at the intersection of technical excellence and patient outcomes. By building high-performing teams, EMs ensure that our technology remains a reliable bridge for those seeking mental healthcare. Their leadership directly impacts our ability to innovate at speed, maintain a high bar for quality in a high-stakes industry, and develop the engineering talent necessary to solve the complex challenges of healthcare accessibility. Ems will partner closely with Product and Design to translate strategy into working software, ensure operational excellence, and deliver measurable business impact.

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of professional software engineering experience; 3+ years managing engineers.

• Proven track record of delivering production software at scale in a fast-paced environment

• Strong technical grounding in web application architecture, APIs, and cloud infrastructure

• Proven experience building and scaling high-throughput production APIs or services.

• Ability to stay close to code, review architecture, challenge tradeoffs, and unblock engineers without needing to be the primary coder.

• Demonstrated ability to drive accountability and delivery velocity across multiple initiatives

• Prior experience hiring and developing high-performing engineers

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills working cross-functionally with Product & Design

Preferred Qualifications

While having the preferred qualifications enhances your candidacy, having all of them is not mandatory. We encourage all interested applicants to apply, even those who may not meet every preferred requirement.

• 3+ years in a hyper growth company

• Demonstrated experience leading and using AI-Native software delivery workflows and tools

• Experience scaling systems during periods of business or user growth.

• Experience building 0→1 product teams or launching new product lines that are B2B integrations in health tech

• Experience working in healthcare, wellness, or regulated industries

• Strong operational discipline — metrics, retros, postmortems

We're serious about your well-being! As part of our team, full-time employees receive:

• 100% remote work environment: Working hours to support a healthy work-life balance, ensuring you can meet both professional and personal commitments (must be based in United States, currently not hiring in Hawaii)

• Attractive pay and benefits: Full transparency of pay ranges regardless of where you live in the United States

• Comprehensive health benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and FSA/HSA

• 401(k) plan access: Start saving for your future

• Generous time-off policies: Including 2 company-wide shutdown weeks each year for self-care (for most employees)

• Paid parental leave: Available for all parents, including birthing, non-birthing, adopting, and fostering

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Supporting your mental and physical health

• Quarterly department stipend: Fun team-building activities or in-person gatherings

• Community and employee resource groups: Participate in groups that celebrate employee identity and lived experiences, fostering a sense of community and belonging for all

• Home office stipend: New hire home office stipend & $50 monthly stipend to help cover internet or cell phone expenses

• Wellness at Rula program: Year-round wellness initiatives and a $50/month wellness stipend

Our team

We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission of making mental healthcare work for everyone.  We are dedicated to having a culture of inclusion that will support our employees in feeling safe, seen, heard, and valued.