Senior Manager, IT

About CheckrCheckr 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/roleReporting to the Senior Director of Corporate Engineering and Security, the Senior Manager of IT will own and modernize Checkr's internal IT function end-to-end, from core infrastructure to the tools that power everyone's daily work. This role leads the IT Operations team, sets the technical roadmap across our identity, collaboration, and device management systems, and drives the adoption of AI and automation to make the whole organization more productive. You'll partner closely with Information Security, the Workplace team, and our Events organization to deliver secure, reliable, and increasingly automated IT experiences as Checkr scales.What you'll doOwn and evolve Checkr's internal IT tech stack end-to-end, including Google Workspace, Slack, Zoom, the Atlassian ecosystem, Meraki, and VerkadaBuild and lead a high-performing IT Operations team, driving hiring, goal-setting, and career development for direct reportsChampion the use of AI and automation (including Anthropic Claude) to streamline IT workflows, reduce manual toil, and unlock productivity across the orgPartner with Information Security to ensure IAM, device management, and infrastructure decisions meet Checkr's compliance and risk standardsPartner with the Workplace and Events teams to deliver seamless technical support for offices, conference rooms, and company-wide eventsDefine and report on IT operational health through SLAs, uptime metrics, and employee satisfaction dataManage vendor relationships across the IT tool stack, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality service for internal customersWhat you bring7+ years of experience in a people manager role, ideally leading IT or systems engineering teams4+ years administering enterprise SaaS platforms such as Google Workspace, Slack, Atlassian, Okta, or similarDemonstrated success driving AI and automation initiatives that measurably improved productivity or reduced operational overheadStrong understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including IAM, endpoint management, and vendor security assessmentsTrack record of building and scaling IT teams through a period of organizational growthAn 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 DisclosureWe 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)$179,000—$211,000 USDWhat We OfferA fast-paced and collaborative environmentLearning and development allowanceCompetitive cash and equity compensation, and opportunity for advancement100% medical, dental, and vision coverageUp to $25K reimbursement for fertility, adoption, and parental planning servicesFlexible PTO policyMonthly wellness stipendAt 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 CheckrCheckr 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 PolicyIf 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., View email address on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io).