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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Smart Contract Auditor - Remote, Worldwide

Nethermind · Poland

The role:

We’re seeking auditors and developers with smart contract auditing experience/knowledge to join our team. You'll work on projects written in Solidity and Cairo. Knowledge of GoLang is a great plus. We are looking for someone who understands the Ethereum Virtual Machine, Yellow Paper, and the Solidity language. You’ll get the opportunity to work at the bleeding edge of Blockchain technology and interact with different teams working in every aspect of Ethereum and StarkNet.

Responsabilities:

  • Work directly with protocols in the Ethereum and StarkNet ecosystems to review their code and help secure their protocols;

  • Collaborate with teammates to maintain and continually improve our existing blockchain security tools using modern software engineering practices;

  • Develop new blockchain security tools;

  • Engage in meetings with clients to discuss security and best practice improvements.

Requirements:

  • 1+ year(s) of experience in Solidity security analysis;

  • Solid understanding of the Ethereum Virtual Machine and Yellow Paper;

  • Fluency in Solidity development and the deployment of smart contracts;

  • Detailed understanding of common smart contract vulnerabilities;

  • Fluency with common tools and frameworks used for the development and security analysis of smart contracts;

  • Strong debugging skills and/or experience in reverse engineering;

  • Basic knowledge of Cairo and Starknet.

Nice to have:

  • Multiple years of prior experience in traditional cybersecurity (before transitioning to the blockchain space);

  • Experience in Cairo development;

  • Solid understanding of StarkNet;

  • Good written and verbal communication skills;

  • Understanding of most common DeFi applications.

  • A portfolio of blog posts or presentations on DeFi or security-related topics;

  • Publicly visible audit reports in your portfolio.

What We Offer/ Benefits

  • Flexible Work Options: Remote-first culture with the opportunity to work from anywhere.

  • Global and Diverse Workforce: You'll work with people from various backgrounds and cultures.

  • Learning and Development: You'll work on innovative, challenging projects and have access to experts and mentors to enhance your skills.

  • Career Growth: Access to training, mentorship, and opportunities to contribute to open-source initiatives.

  • Global Events and Conferences: Opportunities to attend the industry events.

  • Collaborative and Innovative Culture: We foster teamwork and encourage new ideas.

Our Commitment to Diversity

At Nethermind, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We believe a variety of perspectives drives innovation and leads to better solutions for the blockchain community.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're passionate about blockchain and eager to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply for this job to start your journey with Nethermind.

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