Principal Software Engineer

Checkr, a leading company in people infrastructure for the future of work, is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to spearhead the long-term design of their core systems and lead critical cross-organizational initiatives. Founded in 2014, Checkr has revolutionized the job seeker screening process with modern, machine learning-powered technology. With over 100,000 customers including DoorDash, Coinbase, and Lyft, Checkr is recognized on the Forbes Cloud 100 2024 List and as a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.

In this role, you'll work across the entire R&D organization to deeply understand product domain models and customer needs. You'll be responsible for ensuring Checkr architects a best-in-class, API-first product that can scale into the future. Key responsibilities include facilitating long-term architecture of core systems, developing a cohesive engineering strategy, driving international expansion, introducing versioning strategies, and leading API governance groups.

The ideal candidate brings 20+ years of software engineering experience, with 4+ years leading architecture projects across an organization and 8+ years in a leadership role. Proficiency in Ruby and GoLang is required, along with a solid understanding of Cloud technologies and backend stacks. You should have a deep understanding of microservices design and asynchronous queueing models, strong collaboration and communication skills, and experience mentoring teams in domain-driven design.

Checkr offers a competitive compensation package, including a salary range of $236,480 to $278,212 for this role in Denver, CO. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, learning and development allowances, equity compensation, and flexible PTO. The company embraces a hybrid work model, expecting 2-3 days in the office per week, with perks like lunch four times a week and a commuter stipend.

Join Checkr to collaborate with brilliant minds, disrupt an industry, and make a significant impact on employment opportunities for often overlooked candidates. If you're passionate about architecting scalable solutions and driving innovation in the HR tech space, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of work.