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.

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Account Executive — Gaming/Adtech Sales

Xsolla · Berlin, Germany

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for an Account Executive — Gaming/Adtech Sales who is results-driven, consultative, and deeply plugged into the gaming and digital advertising ecosystem to join our Revenue & Partnerships team. The best candidate will be someone who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and exceptionally dynamic setting and is excited to own the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pitching through to close — across a diverse book of gaming advertisers and publishers across the European market.

Strong commercial acumen and communication skills are essential, along with experience in digital advertising sales, performance marketing, or gaming monetization. The ability to manage multiple client relationships simultaneously, navigate complex deal structures, and adapt to shifting market dynamics will be key to your success in this role.

If you're passionate about the intersection of gaming and advertising technology and love building innovative ad solutions that help game developers grow their player base and revenue, we would love to hear from you!

 


 

ABOUT US

Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game.

For more information, visit xsolla.com.

ABOUT YOU

We are looking for an Account Executive — Gaming/Adtech Sales who is results-driven, consultative, and deeply plugged into the gaming and digital advertising ecosystem to join our Revenue & Partnerships team. The best candidate will be someone who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative, and exceptionally dynamic setting and is excited to own the full sales cycle — from prospecting and pitching through to close — across a diverse book of gaming advertisers and publishers across the European market.

Strong commercial acumen and communication skills are essential, along with experience in digital advertising sales, performance marketing, or gaming monetization. The ability to manage multiple client relationships simultaneously, navigate complex deal structures, and adapt to shifting market dynamics will be key to your success in this role.

If you're passionate about the intersection of gaming and advertising technology and love building innovative ad solutions that help game developers grow their player base and revenue, we would love to hear from you!

 


 

ABOUT US

Xsolla is a global commerce company with robust tools and services to help developers solve the inherent challenges of the video game industry. From indie to AAA, companies partner with Xsolla to help them fund, distribute, market, and monetize their games. Grounded in the belief in the future of video games, Xsolla is resolute in the mission to bring opportunities together, and continually make new resources available to creators. Headquartered and incorporated in Los Angeles, California, Xsolla operates as the merchant of record and has helped over 1,500+ game developers to reach more players and grow their businesses around the world. With more paths to profits and ways to win, developers have all the things needed to enjoy the game.

For more information, visit xsolla.com.

 


 

Benefits:

We are passionate about fostering a supportive environment for our team, so we prioritize the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our employees through a comprehensive Benefits Program. This includes unlimited Flexible Time Off, gym membership, monthly travel card (Travelcard/Oyster), and a personalized career roadmap for each employee. By investing in professional development through training and educational opportunities, we ensure that our team thrives both personally and professionally. Together, we're not just building a business; we're cultivating a community that values creativity, collaboration, and the transformative power of play.

 


 

Equal Treatment Statement:

At Xsolla, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace culture that promotes equality and respect. In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified individuals and are dedicated to ensuring a fair and transparent recruitment process.

 


 

Background Check Notice:

Candidates will be informed of the background check requirement during the hiring process and consent must be obtained prior to any check being conducted.

For the Account Executive — Gaming/Adtech Sales position, we will request a Basic DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service) and/or background check. The background check is relevant to this position due to the following role responsibilities:

  • Handling sensitive partner financial and contractual information

  • Accessing confidential company and client commercial data

  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory and data protection requirements

Rights Under the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018:

Applicants are encouraged to inquire about their rights under the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, including the right to access, rectify, or request erasure of personal data processed during the hiring process. Personal data collected during recruitment will be used solely for the purposes of assessing your application and will not be retained beyond the legally required period without your explicit consent. If you have questions regarding our hiring practices or wish to exercise your data rights, please contact [email protected].

 


 

Key UK-specific adaptations made from the German template:

  • Equal Treatment — replaced the AGG (German General Equal Treatment Act) with the Equality Act 2010, which is the UK equivalent, and updated the protected characteristics accordingly

  • Background check — replaced Führungszeugnis (German certificate of conduct) with a Basic DBS Check (Disclosure and Barring Service), which is the UK equivalent for roles involving access to sensitive data

  • Benefits — replaced the monthly train ticket with a London Travelcard/Oyster reference, which is the UK equivalent

  • Data protection — replaced BDSG (German Federal Data Protection Act) with the Data Protection Act 2018, which is the UK's implementing legislation for UK GDPR post-Brexit

Responsibilities:

  • Own the full sales cycle for gaming ad sales accounts across the UK and European region — from prospecting and outreach through pitch, negotiation, and close

  • Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with game developers, publishers, and advertising agencies, acting as their primary point of contact for Xsolla's ad monetization solutions

  • Identify and develop new business opportunities by leveraging existing networks, attending industry events, and proactively targeting key accounts in the gaming advertising space

  • Develop tailored account plans and pitch materials that align client goals with Xsolla's product offerings, including offerwall, rewarded ads, and performance-based monetization tools

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with product, marketing, and partner success teams to ensure client campaigns are delivered effectively and meet performance targets

  • Monitor campaign performance, provide clients with regular reporting and insights, and proactively recommend optimizations to maximize results and retention

  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all sales activities, pipeline status, and account details in CRM (Salesforce)

  • Represent Xsolla at key gaming and ad tech conferences and trade events across the UK and Europe (e.g., Gamescom, Pocket Gamer Connects)

  • Provide market intelligence on advertiser trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities across UK and European gaming markets

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    Qualifications:

    Required:

    • 3+ years of experience in digital advertising sales, ad tech, gaming monetization, or a closely related field

    • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas and managing a full sales cycle

    • Strong understanding of performance advertising models (CPI, CPA, CPM) and the mobile gaming ecosystem

    • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills — comfortable presenting to C-level stakeholders

    • Proficiency in CRM software (Salesforce preferred) and standard sales tooling

    • Fluent in English; additional European language(s) strongly preferred

    • Based in or willing to relocate to London, UK; eligible to work in the UK without sponsorship

    • Preferred:

      • Experience working with offerwall, rewarded video, or user acquisition advertising products

      • Established network within the UK and European games industry — publishers, studios, or agencies

      • Familiarity with mobile game monetization metrics (ARPU, LTV, ROAS, D7/D30 retention)

      • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field