Solutions Engineer

About Checkr
Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Over 140000 companies and millions of people rely on Checkr for AI verification in the moments that matter most: getting a new job a new place to live a car ride childcare even a date. Customers include Uber Pennymac Airbnb Doordash Amazon and Anthropic.

Were a team that thrives on solving complex problems with innovative solutions that advance our mission. Checkr is recognized on Forbes CloudList and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.

About the team/role

Checkrs Solutions Engineering team is a strategic partner to our Sales and Implementation teams. They are responsible for working with our most complex prospects to design and develop unique solutions that enhance trust and safety in the hiring process. Solutions Engineers at Checkr are experienced problem solvers with a background in Solutions Engineering Sales Customer Success Technical Account Management and Client Consulting and understand how technology delivers business value. You will be responsible for providing pre-sales support for our most valuable prospects and partners.

What youll do:

This isnt a traditional pre-sales role. Youll work consultatively with business leaders design solutions to real-world challenges and serve as a trusted expert on safe and fair hiring. If you love solving hard problems telling compelling stories and seeing your work directly impact how companies hire this role is for you. As a Solutions Engineer you will strategically partner with the Sales team to:

• Own the technical sale Partner closely with Sales to navigate complex deals from first discovery call to signed contract ensuring prospects see Checkrs full value
• Earn trust at every level Meet with executives and operators alike tailoring your message to each audience and building relationships that last beyond the sales cycle
• Bring solutions to life Design and deliver world-class product demos POCs/pilots solution architectures and proposals that speak directly to prospect needs
• Be the expert in the room Educate prospects on safe hiring best practices answer technical and compliance questions and position Checkr as the clear industry leader
• Shape the product Distill customer feedback into actionable insights for our R&D teams helping drive a roadmap that reflects what the market actually needs
• Spot the big picture Identify trends across verticals and help keep Checkr ahead of the curve
• Amplify our story Partner with Marketing on case studies use cases and events that showcase whats possible with Checkr
• An A-player mindset with a strong bias for action: you raise the bar move with urgency stay resilient through ambiguity and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes.

What you bring:

• 25 years in Solutions Engineering Technical Sales Customer Success or a related SaaS role
• Hands-on experience with the full technical sales cycle discovery solution design and proof-of-value execution
• Strong discovery and value-based selling skills with the ability to craft a compelling demo narrative
• Comfort with RESTful APIs (or genuine eagerness to learn)
• A track record of working effectively across Sales Product and Marketing teams
• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment without dropping the ball
• Outstanding written verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Willingness to travel up to 30% as needed
• An A-player mindset with a strong bias for action: you raise the bar move with urgency stay resilient through ambiguity and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes.

What We Offer

• A fast-paced and collaborative environment
• Learning and development allowance
• Competitive cash and equity 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

At Checkr we believe an in office 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 -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 Franciscos Fair Chance Ordinance.

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