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Get Hired in Tech: Tips To Boost Your Tech Job Application
Software development job postings are up over
68% compared to their pre-pandemic baseline
Indeed Hiring Lab (2021), “Indeed US Job Postings Tracker: Data Through August 27”
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Tinu AwoliyiCareer Strategist and Certified Resume Writer, Tailored by Tinu
Alix BriggsTech Segment Manager, Indeed
Ashley StephensSr. Recruiter, Indeed
Brandy WarwasJob Seeker Experience, Indeed
Prove that you are top tech talent with a stand-out resume
Ladders, “Eye-tracking Study” (2018)
Your resume should have a simple layout with clearly marked sections for:+ Name + contact information with
link to your portfolio+ Skills organized for readability+ Professional experience+ Education+ Other relevant information
e.g. awards, certifications, and professional development
You have 7.4 seconds to make an impression
An applicant tracking system will:+ Scan resumes and filter for
qualified candidates + Compare skills listed on your
resume with keywords and phrases mentioned in the job listing
+ Flag resumes that have overused, over-optimized keywords in an attempt to trick the system
Tailor your resume to be ATS-friendly
How does your experience align with the requirements of the job?
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Use filters to focus your search
Find a few jobs you’d like to apply for and compare your skills list to those listed by the employers.
Match keywords from the job description
Use a designated section to enter relevant professional or translatable skills, organized in a clear and readable format such as:+ Proficiency level+ Type of skill or technology
Showcase your skills
Organizing your skills
UnorganizedTime management, Problem solving, Communication, C++, Leadership, Quick learner, Programming
OrganizedCore Competencies: Agile Development, Remote Leadership, Application Testing, Object-Oriented DesignProgramming Languages: C++, HTML, Python, C, PHP, Perl, Swift, R, C#, RubyApplications: SharePoint, Google Analytics, Sybase, GitHub, Jira, NetBeans, Quixy, DropBox, RocketChatOperating Systems: Windows, Linux, MacOS
Organizing your skills
UnorganizedTime management, Problem solving, Communication, C++, Leadership, Quick learner, Programming
OrganizedCore Competencies: Agile Development, Remote Leadership, Application Testing, Object-Oriented DesignProgramming Languages: C++, HTML, Python, C, PHP, Perl, Swift, R, C#, RubyApplications: SharePoint, Google Analytics, Sybase, GitHub, Jira, NetBeans, Quixy, DropBox, RocketChatOperating Systems: Windows, Linux, MacOS
In-demand skills for technology careers
Product Manager
+ Feature prioritization
+ Growth strategy
+ User testing+ Pricing and
revenue modeling
Data Scientist
+ Python+ Machine
learning+ SQL+ Data
visualization+ R
IT Technical Support
+ Problem solving
+ Computer networking
+ Help desk
Software Developer
+ API integration
+ Database configuration
+ Product requirements
+ Debugging
+ Call attention to important achievements and projects
+ Use numbers to measure your impact
+ Use active language+ Use keywords from job
postings
Work experience
Follow the WHO Method for your professional experience bullets
What did you do?
WHow did you do it?
HOutcomes related
to the work
O
WHO Methodin action
Answered phone calls from customersAnswered phone calls and provided excellent customer service to improve customer satisfaction.Answered 100 calls per day and provided excellent customer service, helping increase customer satisfaction scores from 78% to 89%.
Let’s update real work experience bullets
Here are the task-based bullets, which already use active language and keywords:+ Developed project build, engineering, and created
adequate documentation.+ Practiced agile development methodologies with
current networking technologies.+ Produced high-quality releases and lead the
solutions engineering and system redesigns.
Shift focus from task to achievement
Developed project build, engineering, and created adequate documentation.Streamlined business and software development processes by developing project build, engineering, and group policy by creating adequate documentation.
Shift focus from task to achievement
Practiced agile development methodologies with current networking technologies.Increased stakeholder collaboration 40% by practicing agile development methodologies with current networking technologies.
Shift focus from task to achievement
Produced high-quality releases and lead the solutions engineering and system redesigns.Produced high-quality releases and accelerated product releases 20% by leading the solutions engineering and system redesigns eliminating costly complexities in Tailored by Tinu technologies.
+ Recent grads can list GPA and programming projects under Education, which should be at the top of the resume
+ Mid- and senior-level professionals can include fewer education details
+ Online courses and professional development should be in a separate section
Education
+ Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs)
+ Bootcamps+ Certifications+ Shadowing + mentoring+ Open source work+ Get your foot in the door
Professional development
Discover tools and resources available
Job seekers with an Indeed Resume hear from employers 4x more often.+ Simple formatting+ Easily apply+ Employer resume search
Ready your Indeed Resume
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Indeed data (US)
Employers search for resumes by role and location, using filters and advanced search techniques to refine their results.
Employers are looking for you
Austin, TXSoftware developer
Austin, TXSoftware developer
Software Developer
Updated resumes get pushed to the top of employers’ resume search results, so you’re more likely to get contacted by employers if you updated your Indeed Resume in the last week.
Show employers you are open to starting a new job immediately by hitting the Ready to work toggle button on your profile.
Indeed data (US)
Indeed insider tips
+ 1-2 pages+ .5” - 1” margins+ Easy-to-read font
throughout, size 10-12+ Headers in bold+ Bullets, no paragraphs+ Proofread!
Format your resume carefully
Browse resume samplesIndeed has resume examples for a variety of industries and job titles.They are based on the resumes most contacted for that specific job title.
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Let’s recap
+ Use a simple resume format with clear sections to make it easier for the recruiter and ATS to digest.
+ Follow the WHO method to showcase your impact in past work experiences.
+ Include relevant skills, education and professional development activities that help showcase your ability to learn.
+ Utilize Indeed’s free tools to make applying to jobs easier and more effective.
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