Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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IT Systems Engineer - Canada

Atolio · Remote Canada

About Us

At Atolio, we are a fully remote, well-funded startup founded by experienced leaders from Splunk and PagerDuty. We’re on a mission to make organizational knowledge instantly accessible regardless of which app, service, or platform it lives in. We’re an early-stage startup combining modern cloud infrastructure, strong security practices, and thoughtful systems design to support teams building cutting-edge AI and ML products. With a collaborative culture, robust tooling, and comprehensive benefits, Atolio is a place where ownership, curiosity, and continuous improvement are valued.

About the Role

As an IT Systems Engineer, you’ll own and evolve the internal systems that power a fully remote, security-conscious technology company. You’ll be responsible for user and device management, endpoint security, SaaS tooling, access controls, and compliance support—while continuously improving reliability, automation, and employee experience.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building scalable internal systems, automating workflows with code, and partnering closely with engineering and security teams in a fast-moving startup environment.

What You’ll Do

  • Own user lifecycle management across identity providers, devices, GitHub, and SaaS tools (onboarding, offboarding, role changes).

  • Manage and improve endpoint management for a fully remote workforce (macOS and Linux), including security posture, patching, and device compliance.

  • Administer identity, access management, and SSO systems (e.g., Okta or equivalent), following least-privilege principles.

  • Manage GitHub organization settings, access controls, repositories, and automation in partnership with engineering teams.

  • Build and maintain automation for IT workflows using code (e.g., provisioning, access reviews, audits).

  • Maintain and improve internal IT systems and tooling with a focus on reliability, scalability, and developer experience.

  • Partner with security and engineering teams to support compliance initiatives (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001), audits, and evidence collection.

  • Define and enforce device, access, and security policies while balancing usability and productivity.

  • Evaluate, deploy, and manage SaaS tools used across the company.

  • Lead IT initiatives from 0→1, including system rollouts, tooling migrations, and process improvements.

  • Document systems, workflows, and standards to reduce operational toil and improve clarity.

What We’re Looking For

  • 3+ years of experience in IT systems engineering, IT operations, or a similar role in a modern tech company.

  • Good programming skills in Python or Go, with experience using code to automate systems and workflows.

  • Good experience with GitHub, including organization management, permissions, integrations, and automation.

  • Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider: AWS, Azure, or GCP.

  • Strong experience with identity and access management, including SSO/IdP platforms (Okta or similar).

  • Experience managing endpoints (especially macOS) in a remote-first environment.

  • Familiarity with security best practices, device hardening, access controls, and audit readiness.

  • Experience supporting or maintaining compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 or ISO 27001.

  • Comfort operating in an environment with evolving processes and minimal bureaucracy.

  • Strong troubleshooting skills, ownership mindset, and attention to detail.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for a fully remote team.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

  • Make an impact from day one: help the company scale, while ensuring security is a #1 priority.

  • Autonomy and ownership: you’ll own core internal systems and shape how IT operates.

  • Remote-first culture: work where and how you’re most effective.

  • Transparent leadership: collaborate with experienced founders building meaningful technology.

  • Engineering-driven mindset: automation-first, pragmatic, and focused on real-world impact.

Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive salary and early-stage equity

  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

  • Home office stipend

  • Flexible PTO policy

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