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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Engineering Manager

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Managing pricing and rebates shouldn’t be a hassle. Enable’s intelligent platform is built for the speed of today’s market, eliminating disconnects between pricing strategy and rebate execution. We help companies to increase profitability and simplify the complex with accurate, AI-powered insights, real-time performance monitoring, agreement optimization, and simplified rebate management.
 
After securing $291M in Series A-D funding and acquiring Flintfox in 2025, Enable is positioned for continued, significant growth. Since the launch of our flagship product in 2016, we have been rapidly scaling our client base, product offerings, and built a team of top-tier professionals committed to reshaping the industry.
 
Want a glimpse into life at Enable? Visit our Life at Enable page to learn how you can be part of our journey.

Job Summary 

As a Senior QA Engineer, you exhibit substantial practical knowledge in development and testing methodologies. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be a vital component of our product and customer delivery engineering teams. You will produce test artifacts in accordance with our QA practices and standards.

You will be entrusted with complex test requirements and act as a testing SME for some product features. Your responsibilities will also include technical tasks such as test environment setup/update/management, database table/records manipulation, and test automation. This role is ideal for a self-starter that can operate with minimal supervision.  Leveraging your significant testing experience, you'll provide support in mentoring junior team members.
Duties and Responsibilities
Analyse requirements and other relevant references essential to  testing   Prioritise testing of new features and changes, including bug fixes before the official releasingBe accountable for the test coordination, delivery, and reporting of assigned product features and bug fixes within the expected timelineProactively communicate testing blockers and risks that may affect the release, in a timely manner.Contribute to the test planning and estimation activities.Contribute to the development and maintenance of automated test suites.Contribute to the review and identification of repeatable tests for automation considerationPrompt reporting, triaging, and escalation of bugs, and monitoring through to resolution.Proactively collaborate with the engineering team and relevant stakeholders (e.g. product manager, professional services, user experience team, etc.) as appropriate, to align test expectations.Attend daily stand-ups and other agile ceremonies regularlyAssist in driving test standards, principles, and processes and provide suggestions to the wider team to prevent defects before they occurCarry out different types of test such as but not limited to functional, regression, UI, backend(e.g. API, DB), as well as automated, as deemed appropriate.Continuously look for ways or provide suggestions to the wider team to improve our testing processes and overall quality of deliveryConsult with quality engineering principal for testing guidance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Substantial knowledge on industry recognised test processes and standards (e.g. ISTQB, ISO, RST, CSTE, MoT).Proficiency in SDLC, STLC, and test types (e.g. sanity, system, integration, regression).Practical knowledge in test automation concepts and frameworkAbility to plan and execute complete testing cycle activities in various platforms (e.g Web, API, Cloud, Mobile, etc.Ability to prioritise and manage multiple/parallel test requirementsStrong investigative ability.Ability to setup and manage test environment and test data.Substantial API testing experience including security componentsSubstantial database testing experienceFamiliar with non-functional testing concepts (e.g. Performance, Security, Usability, Accessibility, etc.)Clear verbal and written communication skillsExperience mentoring and coaching QA peersStrong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and ability to cope up with technical information
Required Education and Experience
5+ years of test experience which includes complex integration.Broad testing experience touching functional, system, usability, regression.Proficiency in QA methodologies, test design, and defect lifecycle and management.Substantial experience in at least one test management tools (e.g ADO, JIRA, Zephyr, TestRail, Quality Center).Experience in various testing techniques such as static, black box, and white boxSignificant experience working in Agile development environmentGood understanding of DB concepts and experience in SQL queriesGood understanding of API concepts and experience in testing API protocols and endpointsExperience in running and refactoring automated tests
Preferred Education and Experience
Testing certifications or bootcamp training (e.g. ISTQB, RST, MoT).Test automation framework development and maintenance (e.g. Selenium, Playwright, UFT, RFT, Cypress, Tosca)ERP system testing (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Infor, D365 FinOps).Familiarity with CI/CD concepts.
The technical knowledge, skills, and experience listed in this job description represent the broad range of tools and languages used across our Engineering function. We don’t expect every Engineer to be proficient in all of them. Rather, we look for strong capability in the languages and tools most relevant to their team’s work and the products they support.

Total Rewards:

At Enable, we’re committed to your professional development and growth. Starting pay is determined by factors like location, skills, experience, market conditions, and internal parity.

Salary/TCC is just one component of Enable’s total rewards package. Enable is committed to investing in the holistic health and wellbeing of all Enablees and their families. Our benefits and perks include, but are not limited to:

Paid Time Off: Take the time you need to relax and recharge 

Wellness Benefit: Quarterly incentive dedicated to improving your health and well-being 

Lucrative Bonus Plan: Enjoy a rewarding bonus structure subject to company or individual performance 

Equity Program: Benefit from our equity program with additional options tied to tenure and performance 

Career Growth: Explore new opportunities with our internal mobility program 

Additional Perks:   

Free Food: Complimentary meals, snacks, and drinks on-site in our global offices   

Learning & Development: Access a range of workshops and courses designed to boost your professional growth and take your career to new heights  

Pets: Bring your pets to our welcoming, pet-friendly offices 

According to LinkedIn's Gender Insights Report, women apply for 20% fewer jobs than men, despite similar job search behaviors. At Enable, we’re committed to closing this gap by encouraging women and underrepresented groups to apply, even if they don’t meet all qualifications.

Enable is an equal opportunity employer, fostering an inclusive, accessible workplace that values diversity. We provide fair, discrimination-free employment, ensuring a harassment-free environment with equitable treatment.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you need reasonable adjustments during recruitment or in the role, please let us know.


For more information about what it’s like to work with us, check out our website https://www.enable.com/about
Managing pricing and rebates shouldn’t be a hassle. Enable’s intelligent platform is built for the speed of today’s market, eliminating disconnects between pricing strategy and rebate execution. We help companies to increase profitability and simplify the complex with accurate, AI-powered insights, real-time performance monitoring, agreement optimization, and simplified rebate management.
 
After securing $291M in Series A-D funding and acquiring Flintfox in 2025, Enable is positioned for continued, significant growth. Since the launch of our flagship product in 2016, we have been rapidly scaling our client base, product offerings, and built a team of top-tier professionals committed to reshaping the industry.
 
Want a glimpse into life at Enable? Visit our Life at Enable page to learn how you can be part of our journey.

Job Summary 

As a Senior QA Engineer, you exhibit substantial practical knowledge in development and testing methodologies. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will be a vital component of our product and customer delivery engineering teams. You will produce test artifacts in accordance with our QA practices and standards.

You will be entrusted with complex test requirements and act as a testing SME for some product features. Your responsibilities will also include technical tasks such as test environment setup/update/management, database table/records manipulation, and test automation. This role is ideal for a self-starter that can operate with minimal supervision.  Leveraging your significant testing experience, you'll provide support in mentoring junior team members.
Duties and Responsibilities
Analyse requirements and other relevant references essential to  testing   Prioritise testing of new features and changes, including bug fixes before the official releasingBe accountable for the test coordination, delivery, and reporting of assigned product features and bug fixes within the expected timelineProactively communicate testing blockers and risks that may affect the release, in a timely manner.Contribute to the test planning and estimation activities.Contribute to the development and maintenance of automated test suites.Contribute to the review and identification of repeatable tests for automation considerationPrompt reporting, triaging, and escalation of bugs, and monitoring through to resolution.Proactively collaborate with the engineering team and relevant stakeholders (e.g. product manager, professional services, user experience team, etc.) as appropriate, to align test expectations.Attend daily stand-ups and other agile ceremonies regularlyAssist in driving test standards, principles, and processes and provide suggestions to the wider team to prevent defects before they occurCarry out different types of test such as but not limited to functional, regression, UI, backend(e.g. API, DB), as well as automated, as deemed appropriate.Continuously look for ways or provide suggestions to the wider team to improve our testing processes and overall quality of deliveryConsult with quality engineering principal for testing guidance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Substantial knowledge on industry recognised test processes and standards (e.g. ISTQB, ISO, RST, CSTE, MoT).Proficiency in SDLC, STLC, and test types (e.g. sanity, system, integration, regression).Practical knowledge in test automation concepts and frameworkAbility to plan and execute complete testing cycle activities in various platforms (e.g Web, API,