Helping Stealth Startups™ to Launch, Hire & Scale. Here Recruiters Usually List Stealth Roles for early stage startups and job seekers can connect and consider those roles. ‐--------------- A stealth startup is a new company that keeps its products, services, and operations secret until it's ready to launch. Stealth startups use this strategy to develop their ideas without the pressure of competitors, the media, or potential customers.  Why do startups go stealth? Protect intellectual property Stealth startups can keep their ideas secret to prevent competitors from stealing them  Avoid market disruption Stealth startups™ can refine their products and services before launching to avoid disrupting the market  Manage public image Stealth startups can use stealth mode as part of a marketing strategy to generate interest from potential customers