Stephen Varady

Stephen Varady is currently the Design Lead for Candidate Experience at AngelList, where he focuses on enhancing the experience of job seekers. He has been instrumental in redesigning various aspects of the job search process, leading to significant improvements in application conversion rates and job posting effectiveness. His role involves not only design but also strategic initiatives to increase user engagement and satisfaction within AngelList's platform.

Professional Background

• Current Position: Design Lead, Candidate Experience at AngelList (2018 - Present)

  • Achievements:
    • Led a redesign of the job search interface, achieving a 2x improvement in candidate application conversion.
    • Developed a new onboarding flow for companies that increased job posting conversion from 45% to 74%.
    • Drove a 3x increase in candidates using A-List, AngelList's premium recruiting product.
    • Designed a scheduling tool that improved pitch-to-interview conversion rates from approximately 30% to 80%.

• Previous Experience:

  • Cofounder and Product Lead at Slang (2014 - 2017): Developed a community marketplace for sneaker enthusiasts, growing the user base to over 250K and generating over $3 million in annual revenue.
  • Product Designer at Beme (2017 - 2018): Led design efforts for user-generated content features and conducted extensive user research.

Skills and Expertise

Stephen Varady is recognized for his expertise in digital product design, user experience (UX), and strategic product management. His ability to lead teams and drive product growth has made him a valuable asset in the tech industry, particularly within startup environments.

For more details about his work and background, you can find him on LinkedIn under the username stephenvarady.