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Background Verification Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$158K/yr

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: § 5-7 years of proven verification experience on large ASIC development projects or software/firmware experience in a hardware development setting § Strong background in C ...

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SYSTEMS ENGINEER - VERIFICATION Location: Bay Area, CA Duration: 1-year, possible extensions ... Target Background * Bachelor's degree with approximately 5-6 years of relevant experience, or a ...

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SYSTEMS ENGINEER - VERIFICATION Location: Bay Area, CA Duration: 1-year, possible extensions ... Target Background * Bachelor's degree with approximately 5-6 years of relevant experience, or a ...

Ideal Background: Ideal candidates will have: * Experience owning verification of blocks and/or sub-systems in SoCs * Experience driving verification for complex processor or high performance ASIC ...

Design Verification Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$146K - $178K/yr

... background 2. 400G MAC verification background Qualifications Additional Information All your ... information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Strong background in C/C++ development in a Linux Environment. * Strong debug skills and experience ... Participate in the functional verification of a block(s) of complex ASICs and/or IP cores for a ...

Design Verification Lead

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$167K - $204K/yr

Are you a leader and want to apply your engineering background to make big things happen, and can ... We are looking for a remarkable Design Verification Lead to work with multi-functional teams and ...

Hardware Verification Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · On-site

$159K - $195K/yr

DESIGN VERIFICATION ENGINEER SANTA CLARA, CA We are seeking a seasoned Design Verification designer with a strong background in building testbenches and writing test sequences for complex IPs. The ...

... Background with design and verification tools (VCS or equivalent simulation tools, debug tools like Verdi, GDB) Experience crafting test bench environments for unit and system level verification ...

Design Verification Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$159K - $195K/yr

As a Senior Verification Engineer, your role isn't just verifying chips but redefining how teams ... Background in ML, LLMs, data pipelines, or tool development. * Previous involvement in customer ...

Design Verification Engineer

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$159K - $195K/yr

As a Senior Verification Engineer, your role isn't just verifying chips but redefining how teams ... Background in ML, LLMs, data pipelines, or tool development. * Previous involvement in customer ...

As a Senior Verification Engineer, your role isn't just verifying chips but redefining how teams ... Background in ML, LLMs, data pipelines, or tool development. * Previous involvement in customer ...

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How much do background verification jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for background verification in California is $20.43, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.19 and $21.59 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a background verification?

A Background Verification job involves conducting checks on a candidate’s personal, educational, and professional history to ensure their records are accurate and trustworthy. This process may include verifying employment history, academic credentials, criminal records, and other relevant details. Background verification specialists work with employers, recruitment agencies, and background screening companies to mitigate risks and ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations.

What does a background verification do?

In a Background Verification role, your daily tasks typically include researching candidate histories, contacting previous employers or educational institutions, and confirming the accuracy of applicants’ credentials. You’ll often coordinate with recruiters and hiring managers to clarify requirements or report findings, and must update records and maintain confidentiality throughout the process. The work is detail-oriented and requires juggling multiple cases at once, offering variety and the opportunity to develop strong investigative skills. This collaborative yet independent role is essential in helping organizations make informed hiring decisions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a background verification position?

To thrive in Background Verification, you need strong attention to detail, familiarity with compliance regulations, and experience in data analysis or investigative work, often supported by a background in human resources or a related field. Proficiency with background screening platforms, database management systems, and sometimes certification in FCRA compliance are valuable assets. Excellent communication, discretion, and time management make candidates stand out in this sensitive position. These skills ensure background checks are accurate, confidential, and completed efficiently to support organizational hiring decisions.

How do you become a background verification specialist?

To become a background verification specialist, candidates typically need a high school diploma or equivalent, with some roles preferring a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, human resources, or related fields. Relevant skills include attention to detail, knowledge of verification processes, and familiarity with databases and screening tools; certifications like the Professional Background Screeners Certification can enhance prospects.

Which company is best for background verification?

There are several reputable companies that provide background verification services, including HireRight, Sterling, and First Advantage. These companies are widely used by employers for employment screening, criminal checks, and credential verification, often utilizing specialized software and compliance standards. The best choice depends on the specific needs of the employer or verification process.

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Infographic showing various Background Verification job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 57% Full Time, and 43% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $42,487 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Background Verification Specialist I (Contract Talent)

Robert Half

San Ramon, CA • On-site

$19 - $23.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.


Job description

Robert Half Corporate is seeking aBackground Check Verification Specialist Ito join the team on a contract basis.

What You'll Do

Process and Program Support

  • Work closely with customers as a liaison, to identify and assess customers' (field, corporate service departments and candidate) needs in resolving existing or emerging problems, escalating as appropriate.
  • Effectively manage large amounts of incoming calls and emails, researching and completing tasks specific to: Field and candidate questions/issues; as well as adding, removing and auditing primary vendor user access.
  • Identify and present solutions to ensure excellent service standards and maintain high customer satisfaction within the prescribed 2 hour service level response time for Background Verifications/Drug Screen/Credit/PA2/Health Screen programs.
  • Build sustainable relationships of trust through open and interactive communication. Take the extra mile to engage customers by proactively seeking feedback to identify improvement opportunities. Responsible and accountable for maintaining the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of protected candidate information.
  • Perform additional program support activities as presented by management, which could include focus groups, collaboration meetings etc.
  • Maintain/update any program tracking logs.

Training

  • Facilitation of training for program, processes and procedures and vendor product to end users on ad hoc, weekly, monthly basis. Includes New Primary Vendor Users (from new access report) to welcome them and introduce team and answer questions.
  • Liaise with management to identify and facilitate training for program challenges.
  • Stay abreast of resource information to ensure appropriate information is being provided to customers e.g. training manuals, internal program support documents, intranet background check site, and vendor product reference guides.
  • As needed provide training to other support teams specific to a program (new program or program updates). Participates in user training (to better understand needs and future support).
  • Assist with identifying opportunities to increase efficiency, improve user adoption, process and process controls, customer service experience and program support.
  • Participate in weekly staff meetings and monthly training meetings related to skill enhancement and informational purposes.
  • Create and maintain internal Process Documentation specific to role.

Vendor Interaction

  • Escalate challenges to 3rd party vendors, when required.
  • Support adding to and updating IRT (Issue Resolution Tool)
  • Create and submit change requests within RH tool on behalf of requestor (field, corporate services, management, etc) for vendor updates and enhancements (i.e.. create a new customer package for credit checks).

What You'll Need

  • Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 2-3 years of customer service experience
  • Ability to mulit-task
  • Strong communication skills
  • Multi-system experience is a plus

The typical hourly pay rate for this position is shown below and is negotiable depending upon experience and location.

$18.27 - $27.40

Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, and dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

Robert Half Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran

As part of Robert Half's Corporate Services facility employment process, any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

Our recruiters use their expertise and may utilize AI to help with their evaluation of candidates.

Robert Half is committed to being an equal employment employer offering opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by sending an email to HRSolutions@roberthalf.comor call 1.855.744.6947 for assistance.

In your email please include the following:

  • The specific accommodation requested to complete the employment application.

  • The location(s) (city, state) to which you would like to apply.

For positions located in San Francisco, CA: Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

For positions located in Los Angeles County, CA: Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.


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About Robert Half

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Founded in 1948, Robert Half pioneered the idea of professional talent solutions to connect opportunities at great companies with highly skilled job seekers. As business needs changed, we evolved to offer specialized talent solutions for finance and accounting, technology, administrative and customer support, creative and marketing, and legal fields. In 2002, we introduced our subsidiary, Protiviti, a global independent risk consulting and internal audit service, to support companies as they faced more strategic business challenges.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

San Ramon, CA, US

Year founded

1948