Careers
Building an easier path to
the hardest ingredients to source.
Open Positions
If you are interested in joining us at Checkerspot, please send your cover letter and résumé to careers@checkerspot.com with the position you are applying for in the subject line.
Sr Director / Director Molecular Biology
Alameda, CA
Lab Operations & Shipping Logistics Specialist
Alameda, CA
Our Company
Founded in 2016, Checkerspot set out with a bold mission: to harness biotechnology to unlock the power of nature’s molecular building blocks. From the start, the company has focused on developing high-performance fats and oils that aren’t easily or sustainably sourced from nature, using precision fermentation to bring innovative solutions to market.
Whether in food, nutrition, or beyond, Checkerspot has consistently pushed the boundaries of what’s possible – proving that science and sustainability can drive real-world impact.
Our Culture
At Checkerspot, our pioneering breakthroughs in biotechnology are driven by the passion, creativity, and dedication of our people. As both a B Corp and a Public Benefit Corporation, we are committed to fostering a culture that empowers innovation, collaboration, and purpose-driven work. Our team’s expertise fuels our ability to create impactful solutions, and we believe that investing in our people is essential to achieving our vision of shaping a better future through molecular science.
Our Benefits
Checkerspot offers its employees a competitive benefits and compensation package.
Checkerspot is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.