Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Product Designer

Cylinderhealth · Remote

About Cylinder Health

Founded in 2021 and offered as an employer benefit, Cylinder (formerly Vivante Health) delivers personalized, clinician-backed care to those suffering from digestive issues through its virtual health platform. Cylinder’s tech-forward, human-first program connects members to the right level of support at the right time through an easy interface, bringing the healthcare ecosystem together to align around member needs. Cylinder’s dedicated care teams help members proactively address their gut health from every angle – decreasing costs, reducing absenteeism, and improving their quality of life, at scale. Cylinder’s vision is to create a world where people receive convenient, personalized, and affordable access to the quality digestive healthcare they need to improve their overall health.

Position Summary

We're seeking a talented and motivated Product Designer to join our team. As the sole product designer at Cylinder, reporting to the Chief Product Officer, you'll own the end-to-end design function and play a pivotal role in shaping the Cylinder experience — designing features that not only enhance our users' interactions but also contribute to better health outcomes. This is a role brimming with opportunities, enabling you to grow in a fast-paced environment while making a significant difference in people's lives. If you are passionate about user-centered design, enjoy collaborating with cross-functional teams, and are eager to design a product that truly impacts people's health, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Own all stages of the design process for the Cylinder platform, from user research and wireframing to final implementation, leveraging AI-powered design and prototyping tools to accelerate workflows and explore design solutions efficiently.

  • Collaborate closely with product, engineering, and clinical teams to create easy-to-use and visually appealing experiences that align with business goals.

  • Develop and maintain design documentation, including specifications, interactive mockups, and style guides.

  • Perform usability testing and gather user feedback to inform design decisions.

  • Stay updated with the latest UX trends, AI design tools, and competitor products.

  • Ensure the integrity of our product design system while collaborating with marketing to maintain brand consistency.

You'll be a good fit here if you are:

  • Passionate about using design to make a positive impact on people's health outcomes.

  • Driven by curiosity and a desire for continuous learning, always staying updated with the latest design trends and technologies.

  • A creative problem solver who isn't afraid to take on the challenges of designing for the healthcare industry.

  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, agile, and remote environment.

  • Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively.

  • Detail-oriented, with a keen eye for aesthetics and visually appealing designs.

  • Open to feedback and constantly willing to improve your design skills.

  • Able to manage time and prioritize tasks to ensure project deadlines are met.

Desired Qualifications

  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in product design, demonstrating an understanding of design principles, user-centered design methodologies, and best practices.

  • While formal education in Product Design is a plus, it's not required. We value experience and skills and welcome candidates from diverse educational backgrounds.

  • Proficiency in Figma is required.

  • Comfort with AI-powered design and productivity tools (e.g., AI features within Figma, ChatGPT, or similar) and a willingness to integrate them into your workflow.

  • Experience implementing user research methods such as surveys, interviews, usability testing, and data analysis to gather actionable insights. Familiarity with the Maze user testing platform is a plus.

  • Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design decisions to various stakeholders.

  • Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively.

  • Digital healthcare experience is not required but preferred.

Cylinder is an equal opportunity employer. We believe safe spaces where everyone can be their authentic selves is the key to a successful team so we welcome and embrace all identities, cultures, and backgrounds.

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