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Build like it matters.
Because it does.

Checkr powers safe and fair decisions for 100M+ people every year. We move fast, solve hard problems and win together. If you want a comfortable seat, you're in the wrong place.

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EST. 2014 • SAN FRANCISCO

$500M+ REVENUE • $5B SERIES E • HIGHLY PROFITABLE

140,000+ CUSTOMERS

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The bar

We hire top talent, always.

Hiring is our highest-leverage decision. We optimize for talent density so that every hire raises the average — or we don't extend the offer.

The upside for you: you'll be surrounded by exceptional people who sharpen the way you think, execute, and lead, all deeply aligned around a mission that matters. The data we provide shapes real outcomes — jobs, housing, opportunity — and in an AI-driven world, that trust is everything.

<48h

from final round to offer

When we know, we move.

81%

offer acceptance rate

Top performers want to be here.

Life at Checkr

See it for yourself.

Get to know us in three minutes — what we're building, how we work, and who's doing it.

Empowering organizations with data

We’re harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to solve for the complexities involved in each and every background check. Learn more about our unique approach and the teams that power it.

Our engineering team

What We Hire For

We hire for values.
Everything else is teachable.

Our five core values, amplified by an AI-native edge.

CORE VALUE

WHAT WE HIRE FOR

1.

Grit

We are passionate and hustle to raise the bar. We persevere through our challenges and grow from our failures.

Natural hustlers who thrive in ambiguity - shipping in days what usually takes weeks.

2.

Ownership

We strive for thoughtful impact and hold ourselves accountable. We step up and take on new challenges to help further the success of our customers.

Bias for action and end-to-end accountability - top impact means working smart and hard.

3.

Transparency

We trust each other to communicate the good and the bad as it relates to doing our best work. We aren't afraid to voice our opinions and are receptive to feedback.

Direct, constructive communicators who turn hard conversations into better outcomes.

4.

Humility

We are respectful and free from arrogance. We put the success of our teams over our own and are excited to learn from each other.

Team players who put customers, company, and teammates before personal credit.

5.

Connection

We care deeply about each other and the people we serve. We celebrate our lived experiences and look for opportunities to help and support each other.

Relationship-builders who show up for their teammates and bring genuine joy to their work, every day.

+ OUR EDGE

AI Native

The force multiplier on top of our values, turning a great team into an unfair advantage.

Builders fluent in AI, curious about what's next, and ready to do the best work of their career. We use AI every day, on every team, and we're deeply invested. If you're an AI skeptic, this isn't for you.

What We Hire For

We hire for values.
Everything else is teachable.

Our five core values, amplified by an AI-native edge.

1. Grit

We are passionate and hustle to raise the bar. We persevere through our challenges and grow from our failures.

What we hire for

Natural hustlers who thrive in ambiguity - shipping in days what usually takes weeks.

2. Ownership

We strive for thoughtful impact and hold ourselves accountable. We step up and take on new challenges to help further the success of our customers.

What we hire for

Bias for action and end-to-end accountability - top impact means working smart and hard.

3. Transparency

We trust each other to communicate the good and the bad as it relates to doing our best work. We aren't afraid to voice our opinions and are receptive to feedback.

What we hire for

Direct, constructive communicators who turn hard conversations into better outcomes.

4. Humility

We are respectful and free from arrogance. We put the success of our employees over our company and are excited to learn from each other.

What we hire for

Team players who put customers, company, and teammates before personal credit.

5. Connection

We genuinely care about each other and understand that our people are our power. We celebrate our lived experiences and enjoy helping and supporting each other.

What we hire for

Relationship-builders who show up for their teammates and bring genuine joy to their work, every day.

+ OUR EDGE

AI Native

The force multiplier on top of our values, turning a great team into an unfair advantage.

What we hire for

Builders fluent in AI, curious about what's next, and ready to do the best work of their career. We use AI every day, on every team, and we're deeply invested. If you're an AI skeptic, this isn't for you.

Benefits & Perks

Built for your life's best work.

Benefits and perks that work as hard as you do.

Featured benefit

1-month paid sabbatical

Every 3 years, take a full month off - fully paid - to recharge, travel, or pursue what inspires you. We work hard. Time to step back is part of how we sustain it.

Equity in Checkr

Every full-time employee is an owner.

Learning stipend

$3,000/yr for learning and education to continue your growth and development.

Premiums covered

100% covered for employees and majority of premiums for dependents, for medical, dental, vision.

Flexible time off

Take the time you need to recharge.

Wellness stipend

Reimbursement for gym, fitness, and whatever keeps you sharp.

Commuter benefits

Monthly commuter stipend for transit, parking, and getting to the office.

Family planning & parental leave

Generous fully paid leave, plus fertility, adoption, and surrogacy support.

401(k) plan

Save for the long game with our retirement plan.

Mental health & coaching

Therapy, coaching, and wellness resources to keep you at your best.

What We Hire For

What we hire for.
Everything else is teachable.

Our five core values, amplified by an AI-native edge.

Core Value

What we hire for

Grit

We are passionate and hustle to raise the bar. We persevere through our challenges and grow from our failures.

Natural hustlers who thrive in ambiguity - shipping in days what usually takes weeks.

Ownership

We strive for thoughtful impact and hold ourselves accountable. We step up and take on new challenges to help further the success of our customers.

Bias for action and end-to-end accountability - top impact means working smart and hard.

Transparency

We trust each other to communicate the good and the bad as it relates to doing our best work. We aren't afraid to voice our opinions and are receptive to feedback.

Direct, constructive communicators who turn hard conversations into better outcomes.

Humility

We are respectful and free from arrogance. We put the success of our employees over our company and are excited to learn from each other.

Team players who put customers, company, and teammates before personal credit.

Connection

We genuinely care about each other and understand that our people are our power. We celebrate our lived experiences and enjoy helping and supporting each other.

Relationship-builders who show up for their teammates and bring genuine joy to their work, every day.

AI Native

The force multiplier on top of our values, turning a great team into an unfair advantage.

What we hire for

Builders fluent in AI, curious about what's next, and ready to do the best work of their career. We use AI every day, on every team, and we're deeply invested. If you're an AI skeptic, this isn't for you.

Three years on Built In's Best Places to Work.

We've pioneered fair chance hiring for over a decade.

Safety and fairness are not only built into our product, but our hiring as well. We believe in second chances. It's our mission.

Come join us!

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