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Stardex

YC S21

San Francisco, US · Founded 2021 · 6 employees · Hiring · 4 known investors

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Stardex is an AI-first applicant tracking system (ATS) and customer relationship management (CRM) platform designed for recruiting and staffing firms. The software combines semantic search, autonomous agents, and workflow automation to help recruiters source candidates from their database and manage placements more efficiently.

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Founders & leadership· Y Combinator alumni (S21)

Stardex was founded in 2021 by Sanket Chauhan and Pranav Badami.

SCSanket Chauhan
Sanket ChauhanCo-FounderSanket studied electrical engineering at USC and worked on digital product strategy at McKinsey; he previously worked on a dental analytics startup.
PBPranav Badami
Pranav BadamiCo-FounderFounder of Stardex, an AI-first applicant tracking system and CRM platform for recruiting firms. Software engineer focused on building fast and full-stack systems.

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What does Stardex do?
Stardex is an AI-first applicant tracking system (ATS) and customer relationship management (CRM) platform designed for recruiting and staffing firms. The software combines semantic search, autonomous agents, and workflow automation to help recruiters source candidates from their database and manage placements more efficiently.
Who founded Stardex?
Stardex was founded by Sanket Chauhan, Pranav Badami in 2021.
Who are Stardex's investors?
Stardex's investors include FundersClub, TRAC (Third Round Analytics Capital), Y Combinator, Antler.
Where is Stardex headquartered?
Stardex is headquartered in San Francisco, US.