Top Resume Keywords That Get You Hired

November 2, 2025 · 1 min read

Top Resume Keywords That Get You Hired

Keywords help ATS match your profile with the role. Use them truthfully in your Experience bullets and Skills list.

High-value universal keywords

• Led, Delivered, Optimized, Automated, Improved, Reduced, Increased

By function

• Software/IT: Python, SQL, APIs, CI/CD, Kubernetes, AWS/Azure, React
• Finance: IFRS, GAAP, SAP, Budgeting, Forecasting, Valuation
• Marketing: SEO, Google Ads, Analytics, CRM, ROAS, A/B Testing
• Engineering: AutoCAD, CMMS, Commissioning, ISO 9001, HSE

How to add keywords

Mirror the JD wording in bullets: “Developed Python ETL to automate reporting, reducing cycle time by 35%.”

Try it now: scan your resume for missing keywords.

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