StepStone: how to search and apply smarter
Large European board (strong in DACH) with broad industry coverage and filters. Learn how to use StepStone to uncover quality roles, apply efficiently, and pair it with Apply Tracker to keep your entire job search organized across interviews and applications.
How to filter effectively
Use the boardâs filters for remote/hybrid/on-site, salary, and seniority. Combine keywords (e.g., âfrontend react berlinâ or âremote product leadâ) and sort by newest to avoid stale postings.
Layer filters: pick location or time zone, then tighten by level and tech stack. Save frequent searches and set alerts where available so you get fresh roles without manual checks.
Tip for StepStone: switch to English filters, use âHomeofficeâ and city filters together, and sort by âNewestâ to avoid older postings. Check salary sliders if available.
Pair it with Apply Tracker
Save promising roles to Apply Tracker, track status changes, add interview notes, and rate companies after each stage. This keeps your search organized across every board.
Log salary ranges, recruiter contacts, and follow-up dates. After interviews, record questions asked, culture signals, and response times so you can compare employers and improve next applications.
Best for
Germany/DACH roles across tech, product, and business.
Location focus: Germany, DACH, Europe.
Typical process: search â save promising roles â apply with a tailored resume â note recruiter and timeline â follow up within 7â10 days â update status in Apply Tracker and record feedback.
Tips to stand out
âą Use location + remote filters for hybrid roles
âą Toggle English-language results and set salary range
âą Save searches for Berlin/Munich/Remote DE to get alerts
Add a short, reusable outreach note: mention the role, one relevant impact metric, and why you fit the team. Keep it concise and adjust per company.
Strengths and limitations
StepStone is strong for: Germany/DACH roles across tech, product, and business. and pairs well with Apply Tracker for tracking. Limitations: some stale posts may linger, and not all roles list salary or visa support. Mitigate by sorting newest, filtering aggressively, and double-checking company sites.
If you need relocation or visa sponsorship, search for those keywords directly and log the results so you can prioritize employers that explicitly support your situation.
Search strategy checklist
âą Use 2â3 keywords: role, stack, location/time zone.
âą Sort by newest; avoid roles older than 30â45 days.
âą Save or star promising roles, then batch apply with tailored resumes.
âą Set alerts where available; mirror them in Apply Tracker.
âą Note salary bands, level, and visa/relocation tags when present.
Salary, benefits, and signal checks
If salary is hidden, cross-reference on Levels.fyi, Glassdoor, or LinkedIn ranges. Check employer reviews for interview experience and time-to-offer. Record communication speed in Apply Tracker so you can spot red flags early.
FAQ: make the most of StepStone
How often to check? Use alerts daily; do a manual sweep weekly sorted by newest.
How to avoid stale roles? Filter by posted date, log the posting date in Apply Tracker, and skip listings older than ~45 days unless recently updated.
Can I use it for relocation? Search for âvisaâ, ârelocationâ, or specific countries. Track which companies explicitly mention sponsorship.
How to track follow-ups? For every application, add a follow-up date in Apply Tracker and note who you contacted. Update the status after replies or interviews.
Why StepStone + Apply Tracker work well together
Use StepStone to discover roles, then log them in Apply Tracker to maintain a single source of truth. Track interviews, record salary expectations, and note how each company communicates. Keep reminders for follow-ups, compare employer reputation, and save learnings after each stage. This loop boosts your response rate and helps you prioritize the best leads.