Principal HR Business Partner Engineering & Product (Remote)

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

We are looking for a Principal HR Business Partner to join our People team. In this role you will be a strategic advisor to our Engineering and Product (EPD) leadership teams taking on high-impact people challenges and initiatives that directly influence our ability to scale. You will provide expert coaching on performance management strategic hiring and career development ensuring our technical teams have the environment they need to thrive.

At Rula we want to be a place where everyone can do their career's best work. You will leverage in-depth functional knowledge to lead significant projects such as ensuring Rula has the talent density required to achieve our 2026 goals. We are looking for a practitioner who can think ahead and offer strategic insights while remaining willing to roll up their sleeves to get things done. As a champion of our "Handle with Care" value you will navigate complex technical org dynamics with empathy and fairness utilizing your proven knack for building trust with executive stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of HRBP experience with at least 3+ years in a dedicated role supporting Engineering or Product organizations.

• Proven track record acting as a strategic advisor to executive leadership capable of leading significant projects with minimal day-to-day supervision.

• Demonstrated ability to interpret complex people metrics and dashboards to identify trends in engagement and turnover turning insights into actionable recommendations.

• Strong ability to build trust-based relationships with technical stakeholders and use coaching frameworks to help leaders solve problems independently.

• Ability to analyze root causes and evaluate risks/benefits to drive impactful outcomes that align with broader company objectives.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience navigating both high-growth start-up environments and mature large-scale organizations.

• Google Suite specifically advanced Sheets and Pivot tables.

• Proficiency in using RAPID and RACI frameworks to clarify roles responsibilities and decision-making processes.

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): Support for your mental and physical health

• New hire home office stipend: Set up your workspace for success

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

• Wellness events and lunch & learns: Explore a variety of engaging topics

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

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.

What We Do

We believe that when access to quality mental healthcare improves patients providers and payers all benefit. And that’s why we’re on a mission to make mental healthcare work for everyone. We remove barriers and strengthen connection points between patients providers and payers to improve mental health outcomes. With Rula it’s easy for patients to find a high-quality therapist or psychiatric practitioner who meets their unique needs accepts insurance and is taking new patients. For providers Rula offers the flexibility of private practice while also filling caseloads and offering the necessary behind-the-scenes support. Rula handles the marketing credentialing billing and admin tasks so providers can focus on what they do best: providing care to those in need. Rula is a remote-first company with teams who specialize in the areas of Clinical Partnerships Operations Marketing Engineering Product and more. We’re committed to reimagining how mental health is treated.

Why Work With Us

As a remote company we're intentional about the culture we're building. We write things down we communicate clearly we follow-up and we follow-through. We have high expectations for our team and empower individuals with a high degree of trust and autonomy. In turn we expect that individuals operate with a sense of ownership in everything.

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