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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CEO Assistant

Infstones · Texas

Job Position: CEO Assistant
Location: Dallas, TX, USA (Remote Acceptable)
Company:  https://infstones.com/
Contact: [email protected]
 
About Company
InfStones is an advanced, enterprise-grade Platform as a Service (PaaS) blockchain infrastructure provider trusted by the top blockchain companies in the world. InfStones’ AI-based infrastructure provides developers worldwide with a rugged, powerful node management platform alongside an easy-to-use API. With over 20,000 nodes supported on over 80 blockchains, InfStones gives developers all the control they need - reliability, speed, efficiency, security, and scalability - for cross-chain DeFi, NFT, GameFi, and decentralized application development. InfStones is trusted by the biggest blockchain companies in the world including Binance, CoinList, BitGo, OKX, Chainlink, Polygon, Harmony, and KuCoin, among a hundred other customers.  InfStones is dedicated to developing the next evolution of a better world through limitless Web3 innovation.
 
To date, InfStones has raised over $110 million in capital and is backed by Softbank, GGV Capital, Susquehanna International Group (SIG), Dragonfly Capital, Qiming Venture Partners, Plug and Play, and many renowned institutional investors. 
 
If you enjoy being on the cutting edge of technology, we encourage you to apply!
 
Job Description
We are seeking a highly driven and analytical Strategy & Operations professional to work closely with the CEO on strategic planning, operational execution, and key corporate initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, finance, and operations, with high visibility and direct impact on company growth.
 
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct business operations and financial budgeting analysis; collect and analyze key operational metrics to support the CEO in formulating corporate strategy and business development plans.
2. Lead and manage the company’s financing and investment-related activities.
3. Oversee the implementation of internal management systems; ensure proper execution of company policies and maintain the effective operation of internal management processes.
4. Organize and chair company meetings; monitor and drive the execution of strategic plans and operational initiatives.
5. Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO.
 
Qualifications
1. Experience in a top-tier investment bank or leading consulting firm (e.g., MBB, Tier-1 IB).
2. Strong understanding of financial and legal frameworks across the US and China, with hands-on experience in related matters.
3. Highly analytical with strong problem-solving and execution capabilities.
4. Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage complex information and operate under pressure.
5. Strong writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
6. Proactive, energetic, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
 
Prefers (Nice to have)
1. Experience in crypto, blockchain, or fintech industries.
2. Prior experience in a Chief of Staff, Strategy, or Operations leadership role.
3. Exposure to startup or high-growth environments, ideally with scaling experience.
4. Hands-on experience using AI agents or AI-powered tools to improve productivity, automate workflows, or support decision-making.
Job Position: CEO Assistant
Location: Dallas, TX, USA (Remote Acceptable)
Company:  https://infstones.com/
Contact: [email protected]
 
About Company
InfStones is an advanced, enterprise-grade Platform as a Service (PaaS) blockchain infrastructure provider trusted by the top blockchain companies in the world. InfStones’ AI-based infrastructure provides developers worldwide with a rugged, powerful node management platform alongside an easy-to-use API. With over 20,000 nodes supported on over 80 blockchains, InfStones gives developers all the control they need - reliability, speed, efficiency, security, and scalability - for cross-chain DeFi, NFT, GameFi, and decentralized application development. InfStones is trusted by the biggest blockchain companies in the world including Binance, CoinList, BitGo, OKX, Chainlink, Polygon, Harmony, and KuCoin, among a hundred other customers.  InfStones is dedicated to developing the next evolution of a better world through limitless Web3 innovation.
 
To date, InfStones has raised over $110 million in capital and is backed by Softbank, GGV Capital, Susquehanna International Group (SIG), Dragonfly Capital, Qiming Venture Partners, Plug and Play, and many renowned institutional investors. 
 
If you enjoy being on the cutting edge of technology, we encourage you to apply!
 
Job Description
We are seeking a highly driven and analytical Strategy & Operations professional to work closely with the CEO on strategic planning, operational execution, and key corporate initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, finance, and operations, with high visibility and direct impact on company growth.
 
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct business operations and financial budgeting analysis; collect and analyze key operational metrics to support the CEO in formulating corporate strategy and business development plans.
2. Lead and manage the company’s financing and investment-related activities.
3. Oversee the implementation of internal management systems; ensure proper execution of company policies and maintain the effective operation of internal management processes.
4. Organize and chair company meetings; monitor and drive the execution of strategic plans and operational initiatives.
5. Perform other duties as assigned by the CEO.
 
Qualifications
1. Experience in a top-tier investment bank or leading consulting firm (e.g., MBB, Tier-1 IB).
2. Strong understanding of financial and legal frameworks across the US and China, with hands-on experience in related matters.
3. Highly analytical with strong problem-solving and execution capabilities.
4. Exceptional attention to detail, with the ability to manage complex information and operate under pressure.
5. Strong writing, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
6. Proactive, energetic, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
 
Prefers (Nice to have)
1. Experience in crypto, blockchain, or fintech industries.
2. Prior experience in a Chief of Staff, Strategy, or Operations leadership role.
3. Exposure to startup or high-growth environments, ideally with scaling experience.
4. Hands-on experience using AI agents or AI-powered tools to improve productivity, automate workflows, or support decision-making.