Security Engineer

About Checkr

Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Established in 2014, Checkr’s technology and data platform help customers assess risk and ensure safety and compliance to build trusted workplaces and communities. Checkr has over 100,000 customers including DoorDash, Coinbase, Lyft, Instacart, and Airtable. We’re a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.

Job Description

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. 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.

We are looking for a Security Engineer to join our Security team in a hybrid role that spans application security, security operations, and IT security. This position is perfect for someone looking to grow their security expertise across multiple domains while contributing to protecting our critical infrastructure and applications.

What a Typical Week May Look Like At Checkr

Help implement and maintain security tools in CI / CD pipelines

Participate in security design and code reviews

Support vulnerability management and remediation efforts

Support bug bounty program triage and coordination

Monitor and triage security alerts from various security tools

Maintain security monitoring dashboards

Configure SSO for applications

Support identity and access management initiatives

Assist with endpoint security management

What We Value In An Security Engineer

2-3+ years of security experience with exposure to application security

Programming knowledge in at least one language (Ruby, JavaScript, Go, Python preferred)

Understanding of web application security fundamentals and common vulnerabilities

Familiarity with security tools such as vulnerability scanners, or SAST / DAST tools

Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with engineering teams

Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail

Willingness to learn and grow across multiple security domains

Brownie Points

Experience with SSO solutions (Okta, Auth0, etc.)

Knowledge of compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001)

Security certifications (Security+, CISSP, etc.)

Experience with DevSecOps practices, Terraform

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

Pay Transparency Disclosure

One of Checkr’s core values is Transparency. We disclose salary ranges in all of our job postings. We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location may have a different range. If this role is remote, we list the range; we will specify the target range for an exact location when selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, see our website.

On-target Earnings or Base Salary range (San Francisco, CA) : $150,000 - $176,000 USD

On-target Earnings or Base Salary range (Denver, CO) : $127,000 - $149,000 USD

At Checkr, we believe a hybrid work environment strengthens collaboration, drives innovation, and encourages connection. Our hub locations are Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; Nashville, TN; and Santiago, Chile. Individuals are expected to work from the office 3 days a week. In-office perks include lunch five times a week, a commuter stipend, and snacks and beverages. A relocation stipend may be available for those willing to relocate to a Checkr hub location.

Equal Employment Opportunities at Checkr

Checkr is committed to building the best product and company, which requires hiring talented and qualified individuals with a diverse set of perspectives and lived experiences. Checkr believes in hiring people of all backgrounds, including those whose histories are impacted by the justice system in accordance with local, state, and / or federal laws, including San Francisco’s Fair Chance Ordinance.

Applicant Privacy Policy

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