Staff Software Engineer, Infrastructure
CheckNew York, New York, United States • San Francisco, California, United States • Los Angeles, California, United States • Seattle, Washington, United States
Posted October 30, 2025
214000 - 247500 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Check is a payroll-as-a-service API that enables businesses to integrate payroll directly into their SaaS platforms, HR systems, or time-tracking tools. By providing a seamless payroll solution, Check streamlines the payroll process for companies, offering flexibility and ease of use in managing employee compensation.
Job Description
Check is building a simple, modern, cloud-based payroll platform. They are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join their team and contribute to the development of their core payroll systems. This role involves designing and scaling complex infrastructure, improving performance, and shaping the architecture of Check's cloud infrastructure and CI/CD processes.
Requirements
- Strong software design skills
- Hands-on infrastructure experience
- Deep understanding of AWS, Terraform, and modern CI/CD
- Experience building reliable, maintainable services
- Strong debugging skills
- Ability to simplify complex systems
- Strong systems design skills
- Proficiency in Python and TypeScript (a plus)
Benefits
- Stock options
- Flexible PTO and sick leave
- Parental Leave
- Paid holidays
- Home internet/mobile subsidy
- 401(k) plan
- Home Internet/Mobile Phone Stipend
- Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
