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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Operations Manager

Yuno · Bogota

Remote Latam | Full Time | Individual Contributor | +5 years of experience

Who We Are

At Yuno, we are building the payment infrastructure that allows all companies to participate in the global market. Founded by seasoned experts from the payments and tech industries, our technology provides access to leading payment capabilities, enabling companies to engage customers confidently and maintain global operations through seamless integrations.

We empower high-performing teams at brands like InDrive, McDonald’s, Rappi, and Viva Aerobus to integrate over 1,000 payment methods via a single API. By leveraging advanced AI and the latest technologies, we orchestrate smart routing and fraud prevention across 80+ countries.

About The Role

We are orchestrating the best high-performing team! 

As an Operations Manager, you will play a critical role in scaling our business by driving efficiency, improving processes, and leading high-impact cross-functional initiatives. This is a highly strategic and hands-on role where you will work closely with Product, Commercial, Finance, and Engineering teams to ensure seamless execution across markets.

The Operations Manager sits at the center of Yuno’s cross-functional execution, driving the processes, data flows, and stakeholder alignment that turn product strategy into market reality. The role is designed for professionals with a strong consulting or strategy background who want to transition into the product and payments space — bringing structured thinking and operational rigor to a fast-moving tech environment.

Your Contribution Will Be

  • Lead and execute strategic and operational initiatives across key markets

  • Design, implement, and optimize scalable processes to support rapid growth

  • Identify operational inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement

  • Work cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Engineering to deliver high-impact projects

  • Analyze data to generate actionable insights and support decision-making

  • Monitor key business metrics and performance indicators

  • Manage relationships with partners (PSPs, acquirers, merchants) to ensure operational excellence

  • Support market expansion efforts and go-to-market execution

  • Own projects end-to-end, from ideation to execution

Skills You Need

Minimum Qualifications
  • Fluent English

  • +6 years of experience in operations, strategy, consulting, or high-growth startups

  • Strong analytical skills with experience working with data (Excel, SQL, or similar)

  • Proven ability to manage complex projects and stakeholders

  • Strong problem-solving and structured thinking skills

  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

  • High ownership and execution mindset

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in fintech, payments, or financial services

  • Exposure to global operations or market expansion

  • Experience working with APIs, payment orchestration, or PSPs

  • Background in top-tier consulting or fast-scaling tech companies

  • Strong business acumen with a data-driven mindset

What We Offer at Yuno

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Remote Work – You can work from everywhere!

  • Home Office Bonus – A one-time allowance to help you create your ideal home office

  • Work Equipment

  • Stock Options

  • Health Plan wherever you are

  • Flexible Days Off

Remote Latam | Full Time | Individual Contributor | +5 years of experience

Who We Are

At Yuno, we are building the payment infrastructure that allows all companies to participate in the global market. Founded by seasoned experts from the payments and tech industries, our technology provides access to leading payment capabilities, enabling companies to engage customers confidently and maintain global operations through seamless integrations.

We empower high-performing teams at brands like InDrive, McDonald’s, Rappi, and Viva Aerobus to integrate over 1,000 payment methods via a single API. By leveraging advanced AI and the latest technologies, we orchestrate smart routing and fraud prevention across 80+ countries.

About The Role

We are orchestrating the best high-performing team! 

As an Operations Manager, you will play a critical role in scaling our business by driving efficiency, improving processes, and leading high-impact cross-functional initiatives. This is a highly strategic and hands-on role where you will work closely with Product, Commercial, Finance, and Engineering teams to ensure seamless execution across markets.

The Operations Manager sits at the center of Yuno’s cross-functional execution, driving the processes, data flows, and stakeholder alignment that turn product strategy into market reality. The role is designed for professionals with a strong consulting or strategy background who want to transition into the product and payments space — bringing structured thinking and operational rigor to a fast-moving tech environment.

Your Contribution Will Be

  • Lead and execute strategic and operational initiatives across key markets

  • Design, implement, and optimize scalable processes to support rapid growth

  • Identify operational inefficiencies and drive continuous improvement

  • Work cross-functionally with Product, Sales, and Engineering to deliver high-impact projects

  • Analyze data to generate actionable insights and support decision-making

  • Monitor key business metrics and performance indicators

  • Manage relationships with partners (PSPs, acquirers, merchants) to ensure operational excellence

  • Support market expansion efforts and go-to-market execution

  • Own projects end-to-end, from ideation to execution

Skills You Need

Minimum Qualifications
  • Fluent English

  • +6 years of experience in operations, strategy, consulting, or high-growth startups

  • Strong analytical skills with experience working with data (Excel, SQL, or similar)

  • Proven ability to manage complex projects and stakeholders

  • Strong problem-solving and structured thinking skills

  • Ability to thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments

  • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

  • High ownership and execution mindset

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in fintech, payments, or financial services

  • Exposure to global operations or market expansion

  • Experience working with APIs, payment orchestration, or PSPs

  • Background in top-tier consulting or fast-scaling tech companies

  • Strong business acumen with a data-driven mindset

What We Offer at Yuno

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Remote Work – You can work from everywhere!

  • Home Office Bonus – A one-time allowance to help you create your ideal home office

  • Work Equipment

  • Stock Options

  • Health Plan wherever you are

  • Flexible Days Off