Sr. People Operations and Systems Generalist

Checkr; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 128,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Learning allowance

Equity compensation

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Fertility assistance

Flexible PTO

Wellness stipend

Relocation stipend

Job summary

Checkr is seeking a Senior People Operations and Systems Generalist to own Workday processes and data across the People Ops function in San Francisco. You will translate business needs into well-designed workflows, manage semi-annual Workday releases, and collaborate with internal teams on larger integrations.

You’ll also create lightweight tools using no-code/low-code platforms, maintain data integrity, and support compliance with People Ops policies while enabling scale.

Qualifications

• Deep functional expertise in Workday HCM with end-to-end process ownership.
• 5+ years in People Ops or systems adjacent teams at fast-paced, scaling orgs.
• Proficiency with Google Sheets including v-lookup and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the functional Workday expert for the People Ops team, owning process design from requirements through configuration, testing, and post-launch iteration.
• Own configuration, testing, and rollout for semi-annual Workday releases; identify simplification opportunities.
• Partner with Workday Product Analyst on larger projects and integrations.
• Stand up simple ad hoc tools to close process gaps; escalate to internal systems for true development.
• Prototype and build People Ops tools and automations using Lovable and Claude.

Skills

Workday HCM expertise

5+ years People Ops

Google Sheets

JIRA Help Desk

Greenhouse

CultureAmp

Lovable

Claude

Tools

Envoy to Workday

Job description

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. Checkr is recognized on Forbes Cloud 100 2025 List and is a Y Combinator 2024 Breakthrough Company.

We are looking for a driven Senior People Operations and Systems Generalist to own the process side of our Workday ecosystem: translating business needs into well designed processes, and knowing when a gap calls for a simple ad hoc tool versus a technical build from our Workday Product Analyst and internal systems team. Beyond systems, you’ll manage employee requests through our JIRA help desk, maintain data integrity across our people technology, and support compliance related activities for the People Ops team. We’re looking for someone who wants real ownership of a core people system with the room to build and is passionate about the details, helping us scale as Checkr continues to grow.

What you’ll do

• Serve as the functional Workday expert for the People Ops team, owning business process design from requirements through configuration, testing, and post launch iteration.
• Own configuration, testing, and rollout for semi-annual Workday releases, proactively flagging opportunities to simplify or automate existing processes.
• Partner with the Workday Product Analyst and internal systems team on larger technical projects and integrations (e.g., Envoy to Workday), representing the People Ops perspective.
• Stand up simple, ad hoc tools within the team’s own toolkit (Sheets, trackers, JIRA workflows) to close process gaps, escalating true technical development to internal systems.
• Use tools like Lovable and Claude to rapidly prototype and build People Ops tools and automations, turning process ideas into working solutions on fast, business critical timelines.
• Manage day-to-day Workday data and configuration, from position detail changes and EIB processing to troubleshooting, escalating architectural or security group changes to internal systems.
• Maintain up to date process documentation and deliver training materials for new system enhancements.
• Provide employee and manager support for complex or system‑specific JIRA help desk tickets escalated from the team, representing company policies and practices.
• Prepare, review, and analyze data and reports, making recommendations in partnership with the Data Analyst. E.g. Attrition and exit interview reporting.
• Own the immigration vendor relationship, support compliance, multi state policy and handbook administration.
• Serve as a backup layer for complex workplace compliance investigations escalated by HRBPs or the broader People Ops team.
• Support the Total Rewards team on compensation, benefits, equity and leave administration, and partner with the Data Analyst on EEO 1 and affirmative action plan reporting.
• Support the People function through ongoing process improvements and general team support.

What you bring

• Deep functional expertise in Workday HCM, with proven experience owning a process from idea through requirements, testing, and rollout, not just executing pre‑defined configuration tickets. Additional Workday module experience is a strong plus.
• Comfort partnering with a technical systems team, translating business needs into requirements and testing plans rather than writing the build yourself.
• Familiarity with AI‑assisted, no-code/low‑code tools such as Lovable and Claude, using them to build lightweight People Ops solutions that drive high‑impact outcomes quickly.
• 5+ years of experience in People Ops or systems adjacent teams at fast paced, scaling organizations.
• Expertise across our broader people tools including JIRA Help Desk, Greenhouse, CultureAmp, and more.
• High degree of customer obsession, with a track record for delivering results, team collaboration, and business acumen.
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and a bias for action.
• Proven experience handling confidential information with discretion, honesty, and integrity.
• Proven time management and project management skills, with the ability to manage a high volume of requests and shifting priorities.
• Working knowledge of Google Suite required, especially Google Sheets to include v‑lookups, pivot tables, and beyond.
• 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, see our website.

On-target Earnings OR Base Salary range (San Francisco, CA)

$128,000 – $151,000 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.

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