UXSTARS is an invite‑only talent marketplace that matches product teams, agencies, and enterprises with vetted UX designers. The platform automates competency profiling, screening, and interview coordination, delivering a shortlist of qualified candidates within 48 hours on a no‑cure‑no‑pay basis.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Companies that lack in‑house UX expertise often receive generic CVs from traditional recruiters, leading to mismatched hires, project delays, and wasted budget. The absence of a vetted talent pool makes it difficult to identify designers with the right blend of experience, domain knowledge, and cultural fit.
Solution
UXSTARS operates an invite‑only talent marketplace that connects organizations with a curated network of experienced UX designers. The platform conducts end‑to‑end recruitment—including competency profiling, interview coordination, and reference verification—so clients receive a shortlist of pre‑qualified candidates within two business days. Placement is performed on a no‑cure‑no‑pay basis, eliminating financial risk for the hiring organization. By matching designers based on both skill sets and project requirements, UXSTARS accelerates delivery timelines and improves design outcomes without the overhead of a traditional hiring process.
Target Audience
Primary customers are product teams, digital agencies, and enterprises that require interim or permanent UX design talent, as well as freelance UX designers seeking vetted project opportunities.
Features
- Invite‑only network of vetted UX professionals with documented track records and peer‑validated references.
- Automated competency mapping and role‑fit scoring that aligns designer expertise with specific project needs.
- Full recruitment workflow management (sourcing, screening, interview scheduling, offer negotiation) handled by the platform.
- Rapid candidate delivery: qualified matches typically presented within 48 hours of the initial briefing.
- No‑cure‑no‑pay contract model: fees are incurred only after a successful placement.
- Ongoing quality assurance performed by a panel of 50+ senior UX designers who review candidate performance and client feedback.
- Secure, GDPR‑compliant data handling and encrypted communication between clients and candidates.