Checkr

Checkr

SaaS platform delivering employment background checks

Overview

Checkr provides a cloud-based background check platform for human resources and recruitment. It serves businesses, staffing agencies, and recruiters by offering a subscription SaaS product that lets users manage and run candidate background screenings through a user-friendly dashboard, compliance resources, and partner integrations. Clients pay ongoing subscription fees plus per-check charges, with add-ons like Checkr Assess that aim to lower talent acquisition costs. Checkr differentiates itself through its emphasis on compliance, fair hiring education, and resources that help customers implement fair hiring practices, including guidance relevant to COVID-19 and societal changes. Its goal is to streamline background screening, reduce hiring risks, and promote trustworthy, fair hiring at scale.

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About Checkr

Simplify's Rating
Why Checkr is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Data & Analytics

Enterprise Software

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

Series E

Total Funding

$550.2M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2014

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What believers are saying

  • August 18, 2026 Truv acquisition expands mortgage verification and opens government-benefits eligibility checks.
  • September 24, 2026 Workday partnership pushes income verification into late-October distribution across millions of employees.
  • September 22, 2026 insurance product targets a huge quote-stage market, with Hippo already using it.

What critics are saying

  • Equifax and The Work Number bundle verification into payroll and HCM workflows, squeezing Checkr margins.
  • September 22, 2026 insurance launch depends on carrier adoption; incumbents like LexisNexis already dominate underwriting.
  • A government-data outage or adverse regulation would break Checkr's API reliability and destroy trust quickly.

What makes Checkr unique

  • Checkr combines 2,400 government sources with daily-refresh matching across 260 million profiles.
  • On February 13, 2026, Checkr became the first background-check provider with ISO 42001 certification.
  • Workday integration and 140,000-customer scale embed Checkr inside HR, mortgage, tenant, and insurance workflows.

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Funding

Total Funding

$550.2M

Above

Industry Average

Funded Over

7 Rounds

Series E funding typically includes additional rounds after Series D if the company needs more capital. The business is usually stable, and these rounds are typically used for further expansion or to address market challenges.
Series E Funding Comparison
Above Average

Industry standards

$100M
$250M
Reddit
$250M
Checkr
$1.3B
Epic Games
$1.5B
Airbnb

Benefits

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, home office stipend

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

↑ 2%

1 year growth

↑ 0%

2 year growth

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We Work Remotely
Sep 27th, 2026
Senior Account Executive, insurtech.

Senior Account Executive, insurtech. Posted 2 hours ago About Checkr Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Over 140,000 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, and Anthropic. 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 Checkr Trust is not a typical sales role. It's a chance to help build an entirely new business inside a category-defining company - and we're going deep on insurance. Checkr Trust accelerates solutions that detect bad actors before they impact businesses. We have early traction in the insurance space, strong product-market pull, and the backing of Checkr - but we are still building the plane while flying it. We are looking for a Senior Account Executive who knows the insurance industry from the inside: the players, the pain points, the buying dynamics, and the relationships. Someone who can walk into a room with a carrier, MGA, or program administrator and immediately earn credibility - not because of a slide deck, but because of deep domain fluency and a trusted network. This role is for someone who wants: * A difficult, high-ownership role * Ambiguity over predictability * Accountability over excuses * Long-term impact over short-term comfort This is not a "manage a book of inbound" job. This is a territory-building, market-educating, first-call-to-close ownership role within the insurance vertical. You will operate like a founder inside a startup - except you have the resources of an established company behind you. If you want something safe and structured, this won't be the right fit. If you want to build something enduring in insurance - and are willing to do the hard work required - keep reading. What You'll Do * Own the insurance vertical: define ICPs across carriers, MGAs, program administrators, and insurtech platforms - then build repeatable motion where none exists yet * Leverage your existing insurance relationships to accelerate pipeline and shorten deal cycles * Own the entire deal lifecycle - from cold outreach to multi-threaded enterprise close * Educate the market on a category that is still forming, translating Checkr Trust's value into the language of underwriting, loss prevention, and claims risk * Navigate complex insurance buying processes involving underwriting, compliance, legal, and executive stakeholders * Experiment with AI to find efficiencies across your work * Partner cross-functionally with product, legal, operations, and leadership to shape how we win in insurance * Hit ambitious revenue targets Your fingerprints will be on how Checkr Trust wins in insurance. What We're Looking For You are someone who: * Has 5-7+ years of full-cycle, quota-carrying sales experience - hunting required * Has deep roots in the insurance industry * Has sold six- or seven-figure deals in complex, multi-stakeholder environments * Understands insurance workflows well enough to connect Checkr Trust's solutions to real underwriting and risk management problems * Has built pipeline when there was no brand awareness in a market * Has worked in a startup or operated like you were in one * Has outperformed targets in situations that weren't perfectly set up for you * Has tangible examples of projects created using advanced AI tactics * Carries an A-player mindset: you raise the bar, move with urgency, stay resilient through ambiguity, and take ownership to deliver meaningful outcomes More importantly: * You have grit. Your energy and work ethic raises the bar of others * You prefer autonomy and ownership to rigid structure * You don't wait for perfect messaging - you test, iterate, refine * You are comfortable hearing "no" repeatedly without losing momentum * You care about building something meaningful, not just closing this quarter's deal * You hold yourself to a higher internal standard than anyone else will People describe you as relentless, disciplined, competitive - but collaborative. You understand that building something valuable in a complex, regulated industry like insurance is both rewarding and uncomfortable. Pay Transparency Disclosure We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, seeour website. On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (San Francisco, CA) $298,642 - $351,343 USD Pay Transparency Disclosure One of Checkr's core values is Transparency. To live by that value, we've made the decision to 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 where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, seeour website. On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (Remote) $229,724 - $351,343 USD 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 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., [email protected] or [email protected]). Checkr. Jobs posted: 2 About the job (This job is GeoLocked). * Posted on 2 hours ago * Apply before Oct 27th, 2026 * Job type Full-Time * Category Sales and Marketing * Country (This job is GeoLocked) 🇺🇸 United States of America

We Work Remotely
Sep 27th, 2026
Contract Recruiter.

Contract Recruiter. Posted 2 hours ago About Checkr Checkr is building the data platform to power safe and fair decisions. Over 140,000 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, and Anthropic. 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 role As a contract G&A and Operations Recruiter, you will find top-tier candidates who bring strong ability, an entrepreneurial spirit, a strong sense of ownership, and diversity of thought. You will be responsible for communicating the Checkr story and value proposition while sourcing and guiding candidates through our hiring process. You are driven, eager, and able to develop lasting relationships with both candidates and hiring managers. This is a 6-month contract position. What you'll do: * Collaborate with hiring managers and executives to understand hiring needs and define requirements * Develop unique sourcing strategies to surface top passive candidates * Review resumes, pre-screen candidates, and drive the interview process from end to end * Organize and facilitate interview debriefs, helping to guide and drive decision making * Own the offer approval, extension and negotiation process, and effectively close prospective candidates * Create and maintain an amazing candidate experience * Attend recruiting and tech events as necessary What you bring: * 6+ years of in-house recruiting experience hiring G&A and Operations talent at a tech company. * Ability to manage a high req load * Strong sourcing ability and a diverse bag of tricks * Passion for creating an elite candidate experience * Great written and verbal communication skills * Ability to develop strong relationships with candidates and hiring managers * Time management and multitasking skills * A sense of ownership and accountability for the roles you own * 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. Pay Transparency Disclosure We use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop ranges for our roles and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range. If this role is remote, we have listed the top to the bottom of the possible range, but we will specify the target range for an exact location when you are selected for a recruiting discussion. For more information on our compensation philosophy, seeour website. On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (San Francisco, CA) $65 - $70 USD 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 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., [email protected] or [email protected]). Checkr. Jobs posted: 2 About the job (This job is GeoLocked). * Posted on 2 hours ago * Apply before Oct 27th, 2026 * Job type Full-Time * Category Management and Finance * Country (This job is GeoLocked) 🇺🇸 United States of America

PR Newswire
Sep 24th, 2026
Checkr partners with Workday to automate income and employment verifications for US employers

Checkr has partnered with Workday to automate income and employment verification for US employers. The integration allows participating employers to share verified employment and income data through Checkr's platform, enabling employees to instantly verify their information when applying for jobs, loans, flats, or government benefits. The partnership addresses verification requirements in high-stakes processes like mortgage lending, where lenders must confirm employment within 10 business days of the note date under Fannie Mae rules. By connecting Checkr with Workday, the integration reduces manual verification requests for HR teams whilst providing faster access to required data. Workday customers can access the verification service through the Workday Total Benefits solution launching in late October. Checkr serves over 140,000 customers globally across employment, insurance, mortgage, and tenant verifications.

II Reporter
Sep 24th, 2026
Checkr launches insurance verification offering.

Checkr launches insurance verification offering. The platform gives carriers access to identity, driving, criminal and public-record data earlier in the quoting process. Anthony R. O'Donnell // September 24, 2026 (Image source: Checkr homepage.) Checkr (San Francisco) has launched an insurance offering designed to give auto, life and home insurers direct access to records used to evaluate applicants and price risk. The offering gives carriers access to identity, criminal, public-record and driving data from more than 2,400 government sources, with data refreshed daily and classified into more than 250 offense types, according to a Checkr statement. The launch is intended to address a growing challenge in digital insurance shopping, where consumers increasingly expect to obtain quotes before completing an application or speaking with an agent. Checkr cites J.D. Power's 2026 Insurance Shopping Study, which found that consumers obtain an average of 3.5 quotes before purchasing a policy, the highest level on record. The study also found that 48 percent of new auto insurance policies are purchased digitally, up from 36 percent five years ago. Checkr says that shift creates challenges for carriers that must evaluate more applicants, faster, with less verified information before knowing whether a shopper will become a policyholder. Carriers often must choose between running comprehensive checks up front, which can add cost for applicants who never convert, or quoting on self-reported information and later revising the price when verified data arrives. Checkr says the latter approach can create friction if prices change before purchase. "Insurance is a high-stakes business, but too often the information carriers rely on is one step removed from the source," comments Michele Casertano, General Manager of Insurance and Trust, Checkr. "Checkr's insurance solution changes that. By giving carriers direct access to fresher, more comprehensive records, we're helping them move faster, make better-informed decisions, and give customers greater confidence." Earlier Applicant Intelligence Checkr's insurance offering is designed to help carriers produce more informed pricing estimates at the initial quote stage. The company says the platform gives pricing and analytics teams a clearer, more structured view of applicants before purchase. The offering includes coverage across more than 260 million profiles, covering 96 percent of U.S. adults, according to Checkr. The company says its data includes up to 20 percent more driving, criminal and public records than legacy providers. Checkr says the platform uses higher-confidence matching to connect applicants to the correct records and reduce manual review. The company also says its outcome-based pricing means carriers pay when an applicant becomes a policyholder, rather than per transaction. "Hippo's quoting and underwriting technology is central to how we build a disciplined, diversified portfolio of risk," comments Ilya Shnol, Chief Underwriting Officer, Hippo. "Checkr gives us access to additional data signals that help inform our risk assessment earlier in the process." Shnol says the additional data supports more consistent underwriting decisions and helps Hippo identify homeowners who are a good fit for its program. Checkr says its insurance offering is available to carriers nationwide. Checkr provides AI-powered verification technology for employment, insurance, mortgage and tenant verification. The company says more than 140,000 customers globally use its platform.

Beinsure
Sep 23rd, 2026
Checkr launches AI verification platform for US insurers.

Checkr launches AI verification platform for US insurers. Sep 23, 2026 Checkr, an AI-powered verification platform for high-stakes decisions, has launched an insurance verification offering for auto, life and home carriers, extending its AI-powered platform into insurance underwriting and pricing. The service gives insurers access to verified applicant information earlier in the quoting process. Checkr positions the product around a growing problem for carriers: consumers request more quotes, buy more policies online and expect faster pricing decisions. US consumers now obtain an average of 3.5 insurance quotes before purchasing coverage, according to J.D. Power's 2026 Insurance Shopping Study. That's the highest level recorded by the study. Digital purchasing has also increased. Nearly 48% of new auto insurance policies are now purchased online, compared with 36% five years earlier. For insurers, the change means processing more prospective customers before knowing which applicants will purchase coverage. Pricing teams need to work faster, often with limited verified information available during the first quote. Insurers traditionally choose between running detailed checks early or relying first on information supplied by applicants. Running full verification before quoting improves pricing accuracy, but insurers still pay for checks on shoppers who never become policyholders. Waiting until later reduces those initial costs, though revised pricing after verification risks losing customers who received a different preliminary quote. Checkr's insurance platform moves more verified information into the initial pricing stage. Underwriters receive direct access to identity records, criminal information, public records and driving data drawn from more than 2,400 government sources. Checkr refreshes its data daily and classifies records across more than 250 offense categories. The structure gives pricing and analytics teams more detail about applicants before carriers issue final terms. The platform covers more than 260 mn profiles representing 96% of US adults. Checkr says its dataset includes up to 20% more driving, criminal and public records than legacy verification providers. Its data system combines thousands of proprietary sources with government and credit information refreshed daily. More detailed offense classifications replace the simpler hit-or-no-hit results common in older verification systems. Checkr also uses matching technology to connect applicants with the correct records. The company says this reduces manual review and improves confidence when insurers evaluate identity or background information. The commercial model also differs from conventional per-transaction verification. Carriers pay when an applicant becomes a policyholder rather than each time they request a check. Michele Casertano, general manager of Insurance & Trust at Checkr, said insurance companies often rely on information separated from the original data source. Checkr's product gives carriers more direct access to updated records during underwriting. Casertano said the platform is designed to help insurers reach informed decisions faster while giving customers greater confidence in the process. Hippo is among the insurers using additional Checkr data during underwriting. Chief underwriting officer Ilya Shnol said Hippo's quoting and underwriting technology shapes how the company builds its risk portfolio. According to Shnol, Checkr supplies additional data signals earlier in the assessment process. Those records support more consistent underwriting decisions and help Hippo identify homeowners matching its insurance program. Checkr has made the insurance offering available to carriers across the United States. The company operates an AI-powered verification platform designed for decisions involving identity, background information and professional credentials. Its technology processes fragmented records and converts them into structured verification results.

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