Senior Software Engineer
Checkr
About this role
Checkr is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help unify and develop platform functionalities for their background assessment products, with a focus on scalable backend APIs and effective frontend components using React.js. The role involves designing system architecture, collaborating across teams, and mentoring other developers.
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About Checkr
checkr.comIndustry
Technology
Checkr is a background-check platform that uses AI and automation to make employment screening faster, more accurate, and more compliant. It offers APIs and integrations to streamline candidate onboarding, continuous monitoring, and decision workflows so employers can fill roles quicker and reduce friction in hiring. Companies across industries use Checkr to speed time-to-hire, improve candidate experience, and scale background screening globally while maintaining regulatory compliance.
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About Checkr
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Leadership Team
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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Salary
$51978k – $60720k
per year