Ruta is a design leader with an entrepreneurial flair who is passionate about creating high-quality products and fostering team unity. He has built and communicated product strategy and vision at all levels, balancing the guiding ‘north star’ with the need to be tactical and delivery-oriented.

He has a proven track record leading successful teams in Yahoo, SAP, Mint (Intuit), Castlight Health & PagerDuty. His vast experience in the consumer and SaaS sectors and his robust background working in the tech vertical give him a unique understanding.

Ruta is currently the Vice President of Product Design & Research at Eightfold.ai, where he is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge AI to revolutionize talent acquisition. His work is bringing to life an autonomous, intelligent framework designed for the next era of hiring. Recognizing the intricate balance between AI transparency and user trust, Ruta is tackling the challenge head-on by creating solutions that emphasize clarity, fairness, and usability.

He's not one to shy away from getting his hands dirty. He's always ready to dive into the trenches to build momentum and roll up his sleeves when the situation demands it. He inspires his team to reach ambitious, long-term goals that push design limits. Yet, he also understands the importance of pivoting toward delivering incremental value when the situation calls for it. This unique balance drives both the team and the organization toward success.

Ruta's leadership style is characterized by his strong advocacy for transparency and collaboration. He believes in fostering a culture of trust and a shared sense of purpose within his teams and stakeholders. His ability to create synergy among diverse team members allows him to harness their collective strengths toward achieving common goals.