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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Technical Business Analyst

Granicus

Technical Business Analyst

Location PR-Remote
ID 2026-9863
Category
Customer Service/Support
Position Type
Full-Time
Employee Type
Regular
Location Type
Hybrid

The Company

Serving the People Who Serve the People

 

Granicus is driven by the excitement of building, implementing, and maintaining technology that is transforming the Govtech industry by bringing governments and its constituents together. We are on a mission to support our customers with meeting the needs of their communities and implementing our technology in ways that are equitable and inclusive. Granicus has consistently appeared on the GovTech 100 list over the past 5 years and has been recognized as the best companies to work on BuiltIn.

 

Over the last 25 years, we have served 5,500 federal, state, and local government agencies and more than 300 million citizen subscribers power an unmatched Subscriber Network that use our digital solutions to make the world a better place. With comprehensive cloud-based solutions for communications, government website design, meeting and agenda management software, records management, and digital services, Granicus empowers stronger relationships between government and residents across the U.S., U.K., Australia, New Zealand, and Canada. By simplifying interactions with residents, while disseminating critical information, Granicus brings governments closer to the people they serve—driving meaningful change for communities around the globe.


Want to know more? See more of what we do here.

Job Summary

The Senior Technical Business Analyst is a key escalation point for resolving complex customer issues and ensuring high-quality service. This role supports internal and external clients, communicates effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams, and drives process improvements. Responsibilities include analysing business requirements, documenting bugs and enhancements, and contributing to team growth through coaching and training. Success requires strong analytical skills, clear communication, and the ability to work independently.

What Your Impact Will Look Like

  • Collaborate with government clients to gather, analyze, and document complex business and system requirements, translating them into detailed functional specifications and user stories.
  • Act as a liaison between clients and technical teams to ensure mutual understanding of requirements and provide ongoing support.
  • Provide strategic consultation to stakeholders and leadership, aligning system capabilities with business objectives and compliance standards.
  • Identify and recommend system enhancements or new features based on client feedback, industry trends, and product expertise.
  • Serve as the escalation point for critical or at-risk client accounts, addressing support issues promptly and effectively.
  • Partner cross-functionally with engineering and product teams to escalate and resolve high-impact client issues, bugs, and advanced technical challenges.
  • Proactively identify at-risk clients, initiate early engagement, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Mentor junior analysts and foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
  • Stay informed on industry trends, government regulations, and emerging technologies to guide solution design and client strategy.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with stakeholders at all levels, including executives, technical teams, and end users.
  • Perform additional duties related to project delivery, client engagement, or internal initiatives assigned by leadership.
  • Resolve support requests in accordance with established guidelines and service level agreements.
  • Apply advanced SQL skills to investigate and resolve complex support cases efficiently.

You Will Love This Job If You Have

  • 5+ years of experience in business analysis, systems implementation, or consulting, with a strong focus on government or public sector projects.
  • Expert-level understanding of ERP systems and enterprise platforms, including finance, HR, procurement, and case management modules.
  • In-depth knowledge of public sector regulations, compliance standards, and operational frameworks.
  • In-depth knowledge of Puerto Rico governmental accounting laws, regulations, and standards.
  • Advanced proficiency in business process modelling, requirements elicitation, and translating complex business needs into actionable technical specifications.
  • Highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel (pivot tables, macros), Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook; familiarity with Microsoft Project and Access is a plus.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement.
  • Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish, with proven ability to communicate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
  • Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience, guiding junior analysts and contributing to team development and performance.
  • Self-starter with excellent time management skills, able to prioritize and manage multiple initiatives in a remote-first, fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to travel for on-site client engagements across Puerto Rico and other regions as needed.
  • Solid understanding of SQL and database concepts, with the ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams on data-related initiatives.
  • Professional, adaptable, and client-focused, with a commitment to excellence under pressure and during periods of change.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and manage multiple priorities effectively.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including customer‑facing interactions.
  • Willingness and ability to drive within Puerto Rico and conduct in‑person customer visits. This role requires regular local travel and on‑site customer engagement across Puerto Rico.

About Us

Don’t have all the skills/experience mentioned above? At Granicus, we are trying to build diverse, inclusive teams. We do not have degree requirements for most of our roles. If you don’t meet every requirement above but are excited to learn more, we encourage you to apply. We might just be able to find another role that could be a perfect fit!

 

Security and Privacy Requirements

  • Responsible for Granicus information security by appropriately preserving the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of Granicus information assets in accordance with the company's information security program.
  • Responsible for ensuring the data privacy of our employees and customers, their data, as well as taking all required privacy training in a timely manner, in accordance with company policies.

 

The Team

  • We are a remote-first company with a globally distributed workforce across the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, India, Armenia, Australia, and New Zealand.

 

The Culture

  • At Granicus, we are building a transparent, inclusive, and safe space for everyone who wants to be
    a part of our journey.
  • A few culture highlights include – Employee Resource Groups to encourage diverse voices
  • Coffee with Mark sessions – Our employees get to interact with our CEO on very important and
    sometimes difficult issues ranging from mental health to work-life balance and current affairs.
  • Microsoft Teams communities focused on wellness, art, furbabies, family, parenting, and more.
  • We bring in special guests from time to time to discuss issues that impact our employee
    population

The Impact

  • We are proud to serve dynamic organizations around the globe that use our digital solutions to make the world a better place — quite literally. We have so many powerful success stories that illustrate how our solutions are impacting the world. See more of our impact here.

The Benefits

At Granicus, we offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance.
Here’s what you can expect as a Puerto Rico-based team member:


Flexibility & Balance

  • Flexible Time Off – Take the time you need to rest, recharge, and live your life.
  • Company-Wide Wellbeing Days – Paid days off to unplug and focus on your mental health.
  • Work From Home Reimbursement – Support a productive home office environment.

Health & Wellness
  • Private health, vision, dental and life insurance – 100% Employer-Paid. Comprehensive coverage for you and your family.
  • On-Demand Mental Health Support – Access to Headspace and other wellness tools.

Family & Future
  • Pension Plan and Ret