[R&D] Associate Software Engineer
Checkr’s mission is to build a fairer future by designing technology to create opportunities for all. We believe all candidates, regardless of who they are, should have a fair chance to work. Established in 2014 and valued at $5B, Checkr is using technology to bring hiring to the next level. Our People Trust Platform uses machine learning to help thousands of companies modernize their background check process and make hiring safer, more efficient, and more inclusive. Some of our customers include Uber, Instacart, Doordash, Netflix, Compass Group, and Adecco.
A career with Checkr is an opportunity to work with some of the best and brightest minds, disrupt an industry for a better future, and give otherwise overlooked candidates access to employment. Checkr has been recognized in Forbes Best Startup Employers and is a top Y Combinator company by valuation.
As an Associate Software Engineer at Checkr, you will work on high impact engineering projects that help build a fairer future for all. When you join our team you’ll be a core part of our mission to help second chance citizens re-enter the job marketplace.
Who you are:
- You are a problem-solver and think critically about complex engineering challenges #ownership
- You have a high level of self-awareness and are comfortable receiving feedback #humility
- You exude curiosity and a tempered mentality #grit
- You thrive in collaborative work environments #connection
- You are able to communicate your ideas clearly and are open to the viewpoints of others #transparency
What you Bring:
- 1-2 years of experience
- A desire to remove friction and expedite the hiring process to enable candidates to be hired faster
- An understanding of engineering principles across Backend, Full-Stack, Data Engineering, or DevOps areas
What You’ll Do:
- Gain real world experience with web APIs and see how we build microservices to scale
- Collaborate with your team to design and implement crucial features for fairer, faster, and more accurate background checks
- Gain mentorship from seasoned engineers
- Write quality code with testing and documentation in mind
- Build integrations with crucial data providers and partners
The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with Colorado law, the base salary for this role if filled within Colorado is $86,700-$102,000.
What you get
- A fast-paced and collaborative environment
- Learning and development allowance
- Competitive compensation and opportunity for advancement
- 100% medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Up to 25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning services
- Flexible PTO policy
- Monthly wellness stipend, home office stipend
Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr
Checkr is committed to hiring talented and qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds for all of its tech, non-tech, and leadership roles. Checkr believes that the gathering and celebration of unique backgrounds, qualities, and cultures enriches the workplace.
Checkr also welcomes the opportunity to consider qualified applicants with prior arrest or conviction records. Checkr’s commitment to diversity extends to hiring talented individuals in spite of a prior criminal history in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance.