While I can see some science behind that - I'm weary about it.
It's pretty easy to get in a whack credit situation for all sorts of reasons - 1/2 of issues are healthcare related.
Then to have to have people say 'I refuse sign' or whatever and risk their jobs.
Uncool.
I think this is most relevant for government jobs with security clearance. If a person has serious money issues, they might be more easily influenced or bribed.
all the ones with access to the personal data of millions of people?
So most Google employees who own homes are carrying bazillions in mortgage loans are 'less risk' than others?
I understand the motivation, but it's a tricky thing.
Again - 1/2 of bankruptcies are due to healthcare issues.
It's these kind of systematic things that keep the underprivileged in down, while those with parents who can 'bail them out' get to move on unscathed.
I'm fully not a 'SJW' type of person, weary of it - but I have parents of at least 'reasonable' means (not rich by any stretch) and there were a few times where my life may have turned out very differently. Specifically with respect to employment.
did you mean to reply to someone else? i'm just pointing out which google positions are the ones who have access to things worth trying to get illegally. i've taken no position on what makes a person risky.
That said, most people at G probably have access to sensitive data.
So many jobs have that these days.
If someone has debts, they may be willing to do unethical things to quickly pay them off.