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Key skills for software engineers

Include these skills in your resume to pass ATS filters for software engineer positions:

• ✓JavaScript / TypeScript
• ✓React / Next.js
• ✓Node.js / Python
• ✓AWS / GCP / Azure
• ✓Docker / Kubernetes
• ✓PostgreSQL / MongoDB
• ✓Git / GitHub
• ✓REST APIs / GraphQL
• ✓CI/CD pipelines
• ✓Agile / Scrum

Resume tips for software engineers

1. 1Lead with a strong technical skills section — ATS systems scan for specific technologies first.
2. 2Quantify your impact: 'reduced page load time by 40%' beats 'improved performance'.
3. 3List your GitHub profile and top 2–3 projects with tech stack and outcomes.
4. 4Match exact technology names from the job description (React, not ReactJS; Postgres, not PostgreSQL).
5. 5Use the ATS checker to verify your keyword match score before applying.

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Frequently asked questions

What should a software engineer resume include?

A software engineer resume should include a concise summary, a technical skills section listing languages and tools, work experience with impact metrics, relevant projects (personal or open source), and education. For senior roles, a GitHub or portfolio link is essential.

How long should a software engineer resume be?

One page for fewer than 10 years of experience; two pages for 10+ years. Keep every bullet to one line. Recruiters at large tech companies spend an average of 7 seconds on the initial scan.

Should I include all my programming languages on my resume?

List the languages you are proficient enough to use in production. Avoid padding with languages you barely know — interviewers may ask about anything on your resume. Group by proficiency: Expert, Proficient, Familiar.