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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Forward Deployed Engineer (FDE) - Technology

Truelogic · LatAm

About Truelogic

At Truelogic we are a leading provider of nearshore staff augmentation services headquartered in New York. For over two decades, we’ve been delivering top-tier technology solutions to companies of all sizes, from innovative startups to industry leaders, helping them achieve their digital transformation goals.

Our team of 600+ highly skilled tech professionals, based in Latin America, drives digital disruption by partnering with U.S. companies on their most impactful projects. Whether collaborating with Fortune 500 giants or scaling startups, we deliver results that make a difference.

By applying for this position, you’re taking the first step in joining a dynamic team that values your expertise and aspirations. We aim to align your skills with opportunities that foster exceptional career growth and success while contributing to transformative projects that shape the future.

Our Client

This venture is a pioneer in the next generation of software development, building a platform that transforms how engineering teams transition from initial requirements to production-ready code. By utilizing sophisticated, context-aware AI agents, the platform enables teams to interact with, modify, and validate complex, real-world codebases at unprecedented speeds.


Job Summary

As a Forward Deployed Engineer, you will work directly with enterprise customers to integrate and operationalize the Autonomy platform within their frontend applications, serving as the critical link between our technology and real-world adoption. This high-impact role focuses on navigating diverse frontend architectures to configure and optimize platform integrations within existing codebases rather than building systems from scratch.

Responsibilities

  • Embed directly into customer frontend codebases to facilitate seamless platform adoption and deep technical integration.

  • Configure and customize platform architecture to align with unique customer-specific environments and specialized technical requirements.

  • Identify and resolve technical bottlenecks affecting execution, testing, and validation workflows to ensure uninterrupted operations.

  • Validate AI agent outputs—including test results, type checks, and generated code behavior—to maintain high standards of quality and precision.

  • Refine and guide AI agent behavior through sophisticated prompting and continuous feedback loops to consistently improve reliability.

  • Oversee initial deployments to ensure stable execution and successful "first-run" experiences within diverse customer environments.

  • Surface recurring patterns, edge cases, and technical insights to internal product teams to drive the evolution and improvement of the core platform.

Qualifications and Job Requirements

  • Demonstrate deep proficiency with modern frontend frameworks such as React, Next.js, Vue, or Angular.

  • Navigate and master unfamiliar codebases quickly, identifying key patterns and integration points with minimal friction.

  • Debug complex technical issues across diverse environments, including build systems, testing frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Apply a comprehensive understanding of frontend development workflows and modern tooling to ensure seamless platform integration.

  • Leverage experience with LLMs and AI-assisted development, specifically regarding prompting strategies and agent behavior management.

  • Solve intricate problems independently and maintain high output while operating in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.

  • Communicate effectively with technical stakeholders to bridge the gap between platform capabilities and customer needs.

What We Offer

  • 100% Remote Work: Enjoy the freedom to work from the location that helps you thrive. All it takes is a laptop and a reliable internet connection.

  • Highly Competitive USD Pay: Earn an excellent, market-leading compensation in USD, that goes beyond typical market offerings.

  • Paid Time Off: We value your well-being. Our paid time off policies ensure you have the chance to unwind and recharge when needed.

  • Work with Autonomy: Enjoy the freedom to manage your time as long as the work gets done. Focus on results, not the clock.

  • Work with Top American Companies: Grow your expertise working on innovative, high-impact projects with Industry-Leading U.S. Companies.

Why You’ll Like Working Here

  • A Culture That Values You: We prioritize well-being and work-life balance, offering engagement activities and fostering dynamic teams to ensure you thrive both personally and professionally.

  • Diverse, Global Network: Connect with over 600 professionals in 25+ countries, expand your network, and collaborate with a multicultural team from Latin America.

  • Team Up with Skilled Professionals: Join forces with senior talent. All of our team members are seasoned experts, ensuring you're working with the best in your field.

Apply now!

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