Build and ship software that improves how partners, operators, and internal teams run payroll businesses on top of Check
Contribute to longer term engineering objectives while also adding immediate value by solving small friction points that improve our product and workflows
Take real ownership of your work from technical approach through implementation, rollout, and follow-through
Learn how complex production systems operate, from money movement and tax filings to the internal tools that support them
Work directly with engineers, product, and other teams across the company to understand partner and operator problems and develop practical solutions
Develop strong product and engineering judgment by seeing how technical decisions impact partners, operators, and the business
Build deep context across Check’s systems and workflows so you can recognize and get ahead of problems
Work in the open by sharing ideas, asking questions, and communicating clearly through code, documentation, and discussion
Readily receive feedback and mentorship to keep raising your own quality bar as an engineer

Requirements

Strong software engineering fundamentals
Proficiency in Python or Go; experience with Django, React, or TypeScript is a plus
Experience building product features, internal tools, or systems that solve real user or business problems
A high-agency, curious working style and excitement to learn and grow in a complex domain
Ability to navigate ambiguity, ask thoughtful questions, and turn context into action
Strong communication skills and a willingness to work closely with teammates and stakeholders across the business
A track record of following through, moving quickly, and taking pride in shipping useful, high-quality work

Benefits

company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, short-term/long-term disability, and basic life insurance coverage
flexible PTO and sick leave
up to 16 weeks of fully paid parental leave for new parents
flexible return-to-work
9 annual holidays
401k retirement plan
$100 monthly stipend for home internet and mobile phone expenses

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

PythonGoDjangoReactTypeScriptsoftware engineering fundamentalsbuilding product featuresdeveloping internal toolssolving user problemssolving business problems

Soft Skills

high-agencycuriosityability to navigate ambiguitystrong communication skillscollaborationwillingness to receive feedbacktaking pride in workproblem-solvingownershipadaptability