Principal Software Engineer Architecture at Rula

At Rula, we are on a mission to reshape how the world approaches mental health. We believe that mental healthcare should be compassionate, evidence-based, and accessible to everyone, treating the whole person rather than just a list of symptoms. By removing the stigma and providing high-quality care, we empower individuals to reach their full potential. Our engineering team is the engine behind this transformation, and we are looking for a visionary leader to help us build the future of digital health.

Role at a glance

We are seeking a Principal Software Engineer - Architecture to join our team in a full-time, remote capacity. This is a lead-level position open to candidates located anywhere in the United States, with the exception of Hawaii. You will play a pivotal role in designing the systems that allow us to scale our impact and improve the lives of millions of patients and providers.

Your impact

• Define and execute the long-term technical architecture for our core platform to ensure it remains scalable, secure, and highly reliable.
• Mentor and guide our engineering team, fostering a culture of technical excellence and high-quality craftsmanship.
• Collaborate across product and engineering departments to align our technical roadmap with our broader business strategy.

What you'll need

To succeed in this role, you should be a seasoned engineer with a passion for distributed systems and technical leadership. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• At least 10 years of professional experience in software engineering, with a deep focus on backend technologies.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in a technical leadership role, such as a Staff or Principal Engineer, supporting an organization of 25 to 50 or more engineers.
• Expertise in cloud technologies and service-oriented architecture.
• A strong grasp of how to build for security, performance, and long-term maintainability.
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to influence stakeholders across both technical and non-technical teams.

Perks and compensation

We are committed to supporting your professional growth and personal well-being. Our benefits package includes:

• Fully remote work environment with a provided home office budget.
• Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Access to a 401k plan to help you save for the future.
• Generous paid time off policies.
• Inclusive maternity and paternity leave for all parents.
• Access to an employee assistance program and various wellness initiatives.