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.

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Electrical Engineer

Starcloud · Redmond, WA

 

Company Overview:

Starcloud is building a network of data centers in space, starting at kilowatts and scaling to gigawatt capacity. Falling launch costs allow us to take advantage of the abundant energy, radiative cooling techniques, and ability to rapidly scale in space. Join our team, push the boundaries of the space economy, and be part of this pioneering effort to redefine the future of energy.

 

 

Position Overview:

As an Electrical Engineer at Starcloud, you will design, develop, and test advanced electrical systems for our space-based data centers. You will take full ownership of complex hardware projects from concept to production and orbital operation, collaborating closely with leadership and multidisciplinary teams to deliver groundbreaking solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and Development:
    • Lead the design and development of high-reliability electronics for space-based data processing centers.
    • Create detailed schematics and PCB layouts using advanced ECAD tools.
    • Perform signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal analysis to ensure robust, space-ready designs.
  • Project Management:
    • Manage the lifecycle of electrical components from initial concept through manufacturing, testing, and deployment.
    • Develop and refine design criteria, collaborate on system-level requirements, and drive system trades.
    • Ensure timely project delivery with high standards of quality and performance through meticulous project management.
  • Testing and Validation:
    • Design and execute comprehensive test plans to validate electrical designs under various environmental conditions, including vibration, thermal cycling, and radiation.
    • Utilize DOE (Design of Experiments) and SPC (Statistical Process Control) methodologies to analyze test data and inform design improvements.
    • Conduct rigorous environmental and performance testing to validate analyses and ensure compliance with design criteria.
  • Production and Integration:
    • Collaborate with supply chain and manufacturing teams to establish efficient production processes for space-qualified hardware.
    • Optimize designs for manufacturability, cost, and reliability, ensuring seamless integration into the overall system architecture.
    • Engage with vendors to ensure high-quality delivery and integration of electrical components.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proficiency with ECAD software (e.g., Mentor Graphics, Altium Designer).
  • Experience with PCB design, layout, and troubleshooting.
  • Minimum of 1+ years of experience in electrical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing.
  • Strong understanding of signal integrity, power integrity, and thermal management principles

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 3+ years of professional experience in electrical design and analysis, particularly in aerospace, space, or data processing industries.
  • Expertise in high-speed digital, RF, and power electronics.
  • Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, C/C++) for automation and data analysis.
  • Experience with PCB design for space applications and radiation-hardened electronics.
  • Strong organizational, written, and oral communication skills.

Compensation and Benefits: Starcloud offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

  • Electrical Engineer/Level I: $100,000 - $120,000 per year
  • Electrical Engineer/Level II: $115,000 - $150,000 per year
  • Potential for stock options, discretionary bonuses, and other long-term incentives.
  • Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental coverage.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
  • Short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and paid parental leave.
  • Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.

 

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Starcloud is committed to fostering an inclusive and meritocratic workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify our Human Resources Department.

Join Starcloud and shape the future!

Embrace the challenge, push technological boundaries, and contribute to solving the global energy challenge. Apply today to join our visionary team dedicated to innovation and advancing humanity.

We receive many applications, and so we apologize that we may not be able to respond to every applicant.

 

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