Gem helps customers boost recruiter productivity by up to 5x while saving 30-50% on technology costs by eliminating the headaches of juggling multiple tools. Founded in 2017, Gem has raised $148M in funding with a valuation of $1.2B and operates as an online recruitment management solutions provider.
Cyborg Score Rationale
Gem has 506 employees as of April 2026 and has achieved significant market adoption with $148M in funding and a $1.2B valuation. The company's AI-native architecture and broad customer base position it well in the competitive recruiting software market, though it remains private with growth stage pressures.
Top Insights
Gem differentiates as an AI-first unified platform consolidating ATS, CRM, sourcing, and scheduling functions with 800+ million profiles
Gem has scaled to 506 employees as of April 2026, indicating significant organizational growth
Gem was recognized in Forbes America's Best Startup Employers for 2024, 2025, and 2026
Gem's latest funding round was Series C in September 2021 for $100M
Named Competitors
Greenhouse — End-to-end recruiting and hiring software platform
iCIMS — Talent cloud platform for recruiting and onboarding
Jobandtalent — Talent marketplace for recruitment
HireVue — AI-powered video interviewing and assessment platform
Recent Developments
(April 2026) Company scaled to 506 employees
(March 2026) Sponsored Unleash America 2026 conference in Las Vegas
(February 2026) Glassdoor employee reviews reflect positive company culture and strong business outlook
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