Job Summary: We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Data Orchestration team, building systems that power accurate and efficient background checks. Key Responsibilities: 1. Design and maintain scalable systems for record search. 2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance search functionalities. 3. Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices. **About Checkr** Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Established in 2014, Checkr's innovative technology and robust 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. **About the Team/Role** We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Data Orchestration team. This team is central to our mission, building and maintaining the systems that power accurate and efficient background checks across multiple domains—including criminal, employment, education, and other key sources. As a Software Engineer on the Data Orchestration team, you will work on high-impact projects that directly contribute to the core functionality of Checkr’s background check services. You will be instrumental in improving our routing and search systems, enhancing data manipulation capabilities, and ensuring the reliability and accuracy of our record search systems. **What You’ll Do** * Design, develop, and maintain scalable and efficient systems for record search. * Optimize algorithms, routing, and search systems to improve the speed and accuracy of background checks. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement and enhance search functionalities. * Ensure data integrity and compliance with legal and privacy requirements. * Participate in architecture discussions and contribute to technical decision-making. * Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices within the team. * Troubleshoot complex production issues. * Work closely with Product Managers and other stakeholders to define and implement new features. **What You’ll Bring** * **Advanced English proficiency is mandatory. (Please attach your English CV with your application.)** * **Availability to work in a hybrid model in Santiago—3 days per week in the office.** * +5 years of full-stack software development experience. * Strong proficiency in at least one of the following languages: Ruby (preferred), Python, or Golang. * Experience with large-scale search algorithms and data processing. * Solid understanding of database systems, both SQL and NoSQL. * Familiarity with cloud technologies (AWS preferred). * Knowledge of security best practices and data privacy concerns. * Experience with microservice architecture and RESTful APIs. * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * Excellent communication skills and ability to thrive in a collaborative environment. * A player mindset with a strong bias toward action: you raise the bar, move with urgency, remain resilient amid ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful results. **Nice-to-Have** * Basic understanding of machine learning concepts and their applications in search and data processing. * Proficiency in React, Angular, or similar frontend technologies. **What You’ll Get** * Indefinite-term contract. * Competitive salary in CLP. * Work for an international company headquartered in the U.S. * Health, life, and dental insurance for you and your family. * Annual $3,000 USD bonus for learning and development. * Company stock (RSUs). * 5 additional vacation days. * Lunch on days you come into the office. *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 are provided, such as lunch five times a week, a commuter stipend, and an abundance of 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 the* *San Francisco's Fair Chance Ordinance**.* **Applicant Privacy Policy** If you are a California resident or are located in Alberta or British Columbia, our Applicant Privacy Policy applies to our collection and processing of your personal information when you apply for a role with us or otherwise participate in our recruitment process. * *Legitimate Checkr emails will always include our official domain name after the @ symbol (e.g.,* *name@checkr.com* *or* *name@ext.checkr.com**).