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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Enterprise Account Executive

Procurementsciences · DMV (District/Maryland/Virgina)

Company Overview:

Procurement Sciences is at the forefront of transforming the multi-billion-dollar government contracting industry with Awarded AI, our cutting-edge platform designed to help businesses excel in government sales. We simplify complex processes, drive revenue growth, and deliver real cost savings through unmatched efficiency. As a leading venture-backed SaaS company founded by seasoned GovCon experts, we are not just participants in the AI revolution; we are shaping it by solving the industry’s toughest challenges. Our “One Team, One Fight” culture values creativity, accountability, and forward-thinking, and we invite driven builders and innovators to help us develop high-performing teams. Ranked among the top 10 percent of fastest-growing SaaS companies and on a clear path to becoming a unicorn, we are seeking top talent to join our early team and play a key role in building the next great AI software company.

***Preference be located in the DMV (D.C., Maryland, and Virginia) area***

Role Description:

As an Enterprise Software Salesperson in our Software Sales team, you will play a critical role in expanding our market presence and driving our growth. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Building and executing on a robust pipeline to meet sales targets.

  • Identifying customer pain points and collaborating with the product team to inform future feature development.

  • Utilizing sales tools to find, prospect, and qualify new leads.

  • Conducting software demonstrations, managing contract negotiations, and closing sales.

  • Fostering lasting relationships with top enterprises, industry partners, and small to mid-sized businesses across various sectors.

  • Engaging in upselling opportunities and ensuring ongoing customer satisfaction.

Qualifications:

  • 10+ years of experience in software sales, specifically targeting government contractors.

  • Strong Portfolio of Contacts in the Government Contracting Space

  • Proficiency in tools like Salesforce, LinkedIn Navigator, lead identification and drip campaign emailing tools, SalesLoft, etc.

  • A talent for innovative and customer-focused solutions, with exceptional communication skills and relationship-building ability.

Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience in sales with a track record of meeting and exceeding targets.

  • Ability to work remotely, with a preference for candidates based in the DC, Virginia, or Baltimore area.

  • Innovative, customer-focused approach with excellent interpersonal skills.

Education:

  • 4 year degree required

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Compensation DOE

  • Competitive salary with a commission-based performance incentive plan.

  • Comprehensive health plan.

  • Flexible work arrangements with full remote work capability.

  • Extensive professional development opportunities for rapid career growth.

Application Process:

Interested candidates should apply by highlighting their experience in:

  1. Sales directly to government contractors.

  2. Prior software sales roles.

  3. Proficiency in using sales tools for prospecting, lead identification, and software demonstration.

Join PSci.AI and be part of a team that's transforming the government contracting landscape through cutting-edge AI technology. Apply now to embark on a career journey where innovation, growth, and success are not just goals but everyday realities.

AI policy Notice:
We want you to get the chance to know us in the interview process and for us to learn as much as we can about you, too. To make this possible and to ensure fairness for all our candidates, we have a no-exceptions policy on AI usage and augmentation during interviews. While we are an AI first company, this does mean we prohibit any AI tooling during the interview process unless otherwise explicitly allowed (such as large language models, code suggestion software, or AI assistants) to generate, refine, or suggest answers, solutions, or code, regardless of the format (written, spoken, or coded). We want to get to know you, your experiences, and qualifications genuinely and directly and the best way to do this is to keep it just between us.

To keep the interview fair for all, we reserve the right to ask follow-up questions or request you to clarify or elaborate on your solutions without the aid of external tools to validate that the answers provided genuinely reflect your own skills and experience. Violation of this code of conduct will result in the immediate termination of your candidacy.

Notice: Background Check Required

As part of our employment process, a background check is required. The background check may include a review of your credit history, criminal records, and employment verification, among other items. This check is conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). By applying for this position, you acknowledge and consent to this process.

Procurement Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply