Senior Backend Software Engineer (Product Enablement)

Checkr, established in 2014, is revolutionizing the hiring process with their innovative background screening platform. As a Senior Backend Software Engineer on the Product Enablement team, you'll be at the forefront of enhancing Checkr's scalability and product development capabilities. The role offers a unique opportunity to work on critical platform components that power background checks for over 100,000 customers, including prominent companies like DoorDash, Coinbase, and Lyft.

You'll be instrumental in executing proof of concept projects and driving architectural vision for background check products. The position involves collaborating with diverse teams, deprecating legacy systems, and addressing technical debt to improve developer productivity. The hybrid work environment, based in Denver, promotes strong team collaboration while offering flexibility.

The company culture emphasizes transparency, innovation, and inclusivity, as evidenced by their recognition as one of BuiltIn's 2023 Best Places to Work and status as a Y Combinator Breakthrough Company. They offer comprehensive benefits including full healthcare coverage, generous parental planning support, and various stipends for wellness and home office needs.

This role is perfect for experienced backend engineers who are passionate about creating scalable solutions, enjoy mentoring others, and want to make a meaningful impact in modernizing hiring infrastructure. You'll work with technologies like Ruby, Python, or Golang, and help shape the future of work through innovative background check solutions.