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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Lifecycle Marketing Manager

Thesiscareers · New York, NY

About Us

The human brain is the most complex object in the universe, yet society had accepted one-size-fits all approaches to cognition. The “solutions” (think coffee, energy drinks, and even a friend’s rx) were mediocre at best and frankly, made no sense to us. So, we created Thesis, the world’s first customized nootropics company. If you’ve never heard that word before, it’s just a fancy way of saying brain supplements. In five years, most will be taking nootropics on the daily and chances are, they’ll be ours.

With an exceptional efficacy rate, the world has taken notice — we’ve raised over $14M in venture capital, garnered interest from leading neuroscientists and athletes, and established ourselves as the industry’s leading brand. Now, we’re looking for incredible people to help us share the gift of enhanced cognitive function with the world. If you’re looking to be a part of a movement — one that involves both immense self-growth and an ambitious mission to pioneer an industry — we’d love to have you on the team.

About The Role

As the Lifecycle Marketing Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving customer engagement, retention, and loyalty throughout their journey with our company. You will lead the development and execution of strategic lifecycle marketing initiatives, leveraging your expertise in CRM and lifecycle platforms to deliver personalized and impactful experiences for our customers. Working cross-functionally with teams across the organization, you will oversee the end-to-end customer experience, from acquisition to retention, utilizing data-driven insights to optimize campaigns and drive business growth. 

How You'll Make an Impact:

  • Oversee the implementation and rigorous optimization of lifecycle marketing strategies using CRM and lifecycle platforms.
  • Use deep familiarity and expertise with marketing software to drive subscription and recurring revenue-based marketing initiatives.
  • Demonstrate strong proficiency in data management and reporting, ideally including SQL, ETL, and data transformation techniques.
  • Collaborate with the technical teams to ensure seamless integration and operation of marketing automation tools.
  • Develop and execute email, SMS, and push notification campaigns.
  • Direct end-to-end customer experience initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Analyze key metrics such as lifetime value (LTV), reorder rates, upgrade rates, cancellation rates, and churn to drive actionable insights and optimize marketing strategies.
  • Conduct cohort analysis to identify trends and patterns in customer behavior and engagement.
  • Demonstrate a creative and technical aptitude to innovate marketing strategies and campaigns.

We're Excited About Your:

  • 4+ years experience managing lifecycle in a high growth environment.
  • Demonstrated track record of success in lifecycle marketing roles, preferably in e-commerce and/or subscription-based industries. 
  • Deep understanding and hands-on experience with CRM and lifecycle platforms, including Klaviyo, Attentive, Braze, and others.
  • Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques.
  • Strong cross functional leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
  • Experience working with subscription-based business models and managing customer lifecycle journeys.
  • Knowledge of Looker, Tableau, or similar data visualization tools is a plus.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Pay Transparency: 

We can’t quantify everything we think you’ll love about working at Thesis, from the exciting projects you’ll work on, to the smart and humble team you’ll get to work with, and our supportive and inclusive culture. That said, our salary ranges are based on paying competitively for our size and industry, and are one part of our total rewards package, which also includes comprehensive benefits and equity. The base salary hiring range for this position is $120,000 - $155,000, but the final compensation offer will ultimately be based on the candidate’s location, skill level and experience.

A Few of Our Perks and Benefits:

  • 💵 Competitive compensation with an exceptionally generous equity package
  • 🩺 Competitive Health, dental, and vision plans (including a 100% covered premium plan for all 3!)
  • 🚆 HSA, FSA and pre-tax commuter benefits for parking and transit
  • 🚀 Ancillary benefits through Talkspace, One Medical, Kindbody, Teladoc, Classpass and more!
  • 📈 401k to help you plan for the future
  • 🏖 Flexible PTO because we respect the need for work/life harmony
  • 🏋️ $100 monthly wellness stipend for your wellbeing (e.g. massage, cryotherapy, psychedelic therapy, etc.)
  • 💊 Unlimited (yes, unlimited) Thesis nootropics
  • 🎓A strong emphasis on promoting from within and personal development
  • 🐕 A dog-friendly office located in the heart of Flatiron steps from Union Square and Madison Square Park
  • 🏢 Hybrid work model

Our Values:

  • Meet Your Potential: At Thesis, we create opportunities for personal and professional growth. We reward hard work, dedication, and an entrepreneurial spirit. We believe in open and honest feedback to help us continually learn and improve. In return, we are committed to providing the resources, support, and guidance for our team to achieve their ambitions and meet their potential. 
  • Own Outcomes: We are driven by achieving meaningful results, both for our customers and our business. We’re proactive, conscientious, and take responsibility equally in times of triumph and challenge. We also operate with a sense of urgency because we want to seize the opportunity to create a new category and bring nootropics to everyone who needs them.
  • Lead with Science and Data: We are obsessed with data to understand our impact, and always seek the truth through objective metrics that help us make informed decisions. Science and evidence underpin everything we do, from product formulation to marketing claims. We’re committed to making the highest quality nootropics on the market and measuring our efficacy.
  • Create Exceptional Experiences: We are committed to creating a work environment that fosters a unique culture and deep sense of belonging. We create exceptional experiences by showing up for each other, giving each other the benefit of the doubt, and building an inclusive and warm environment—in and outside of the office. We’re equally committed to showing up for our customers by delivering a thoughtful and impactful experience for anyone who tries one of our products.