Why Keywords Matter
If you're applying for software engineering jobs, your resume MUST contain the right ATS keywords, or you'll be filtered out automatically before a human ever sees your application.
Programming Languages
Frameworks & Libraries
Frontend
Backend
Databases
DevOps & Cloud
Tools
Soft Skills for Software Engineers
Example ATS-Optimized Resume Bullets
"Worked on backend services."
"Developed RESTful APIs using Node.js and PostgreSQL, improving request handling time by 22%."
Copy & Paste: Full Keyword Block
Python, SQL, Docker, AWS, React, Node.js, REST APIs, GitHub Actions, Agile, CI/CD, Kubernetes, TypeScript
💡 Pro Tip: Tailor Keywords to Each Job
Don't just copy-paste the same keywords for every application. Each job description contains specific keywords the ATS is looking for.
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