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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Software Engineer II

Qcentrix · Remote

Full Time Product & Engineering

 

MRO is The Single Source for Smarter Data™—driving a new era of clinical data intelligence where data is connected, structured, and transformed into actionable insights. The result: confident decisions, operational precision, accelerated research, and most importantly, better patient care. 
 
This innovative model for clinical data management is built for speed and scale, combining connectivity, deep clinical expertise, and advanced automation to turn a fragmented healthcare ecosystem into a connected pathway where every data point delivers impact. The outcome is a faster, smarter, more secure platform for managing enterprise clinical data that drives better outcomes and creates revenue-generating opportunities for our client partners while enhancing security, compliance, and clinical integrity. 
 
With 24 years of trusted solutions partnerships, and a portfolio of brands including Q-Centrix, MRO knows that a stronger healthcare ecosystem begins with smarter data, leading to data-driven decisions and better performance. Our team of experts is key to our success, and we are proud to have been named a Top Workplace USA for five years in a row.
 
Job Summary: As a Software Engineer II, you will have responsibility for designing, building and maintaining our suite of applications for our healthcare quality data platform. Our development stack is a Ruby on Rails application, PostgreSQL database integrated with a React frontend via GraphQL.  You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop new features, troubleshoot and improve existing code, and ensure our systems meet high standards of performance, scalability, and security.

Essential Functions:  

  • Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code, following best practices and coding standards, completing tasks independently and taking a proactive approach to finding solutions to challenges.
  • Develop new features and improvements based on project requirements, collaborating with product managers and designers but also taking ownership of your work from start to finish.
  • Work with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements and help implement new features and updates.
  • Proactively identify bugs and issues in the software and resolve them through testing and debugging.
  • Create unit tests, conduct testing, and document solutions and processes for future reference. Ensure code is well-tested and stable before release.
  • Stay up to date with emerging technologies, development practices, and tools. Participate in team learning activities and apply new knowledge to improve your work.
  • Create and maintain documentation for software systems, including setup guides and technical specifications.
  • Participate as the engineering lead in agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives, using insight to assess project needs, fostering collaboration and proactive problem solving.
  • As a growth organization, roles and responsibilities often evolve and adapt over time. As such, this job description may not comprehensively account for future activities, responsibilities, and priorities—these may evolve right along with us! 

Required Abilities, Education, and Skills:  

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent relevant work experience
  • 5+ years of at least one scripting language (preferably Ruby or JavaScript)
  • 5+ years of experience working with a web development framework (Rails, Django, Symfony, etc.)
  • 5+ years of software testing – you know what to test, when and how during the development process
  • Deep understanding of the principles of software architecture, particular object-oriented design
  • Experience using version control, ticketing systems, etc.
  • Proficient in a CLI/POSIX environment
  • Experience supporting and maintaining production systems
  • Proficient in AI based tooling
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • A passion for learning and improving technical skills.
  • Able to prioritize tasks, make decisions, and take ownership of your work
  • Use independent judgment to analyze and solve problems, determine appropriate solutions, and take the lead on smaller project components.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

 Work environment/Physical Demands: Continuous sitting and fine manipulation.

 Travel Requirements: None

 Work Authorization:  Legally able to work in the United States without sponsorship

Authenticity is essential to our hiring process. Submissions or interview responses created with AI are easily identified and will remove you from consideration. The same applies to using AI tools during interviews—we want to hear directly from you. We may also use technology to detect AI-generated content. Please share your genuine experiences and perspective as it’s the only way we can truly get to know you.

Total Rewards:

At Q-Centrix (An MRO Company), our purpose—safer, consistent, quality healthcare for all—drives everything we do. To accomplish this important work, we need to attract, engage, and retain a talented team by providing a compelling, equitable rewards package comprised of an inclusive culture, flexible work environment, learning and development opportunities, competitive pay that rewards high performance, and robust benefits that support health and financial wellness. Add to this package a supportive community of people who help each other not only do meaningful work, but learn, grow, and have fun while doing so. The target salary range for this role is $125,000 - $135,000 per year plus an annual bonus targeted at 12% of the individual's annual salary. An individual’s salary within this range is based on multiple factors including but not limited to skills, experiences, licensure, certifications, and other business and organizational considerations. Salary ranges are reviewed, at minimum, annually and all team members are eligible for performance-based salary increases during our organization’s annual review period. 

In addition to our inclusive and innovative working environment and competitive pay, team members enjoy:

  • Remote/hybrid flexibility (depending on location) and a generous Flexible Time Off program with additional paid time for volunteering.
  • Robust benefits package including medical, vision, dental, health savings accounts, company paid short- and long-term disability, employee assistance program, paid parental leave, life insurance, accident insurance, and other voluntary benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with a company match.
  • Opportunities for professional development.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: 

At Q-Centrix (An MRO Company), we hire people who love learning, value innovation, and believe in our purpose of safer, consistent, quality health care for all. We applaud qualified applicants who are accountable and committed to producing quality work. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we support and value diversity, dignity, and respect in our work environment, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment in which everyone can thrive.

We employ people based on the needs of the business and the job, and their individual professional qualifications. Here’s what does not impact our employment decisions: race, religious creed, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status, health, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, or any status or characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in locations where we operate. If you are an individual with a qualified disability and you need an accommodation during the interview process, please reach out to your recruiter.

 

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