Resume keywords

Resume keywords for every role.

ATS systems scan for role-specific keywords before a human reads your resume. Find the exact terms, skills, and phrases your target role demands — organized by domain and job title.

Domain

AI and Machine Learning

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Domain

Data and Analytics

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Data Scientist

Uses statistics, experimentation, modeling, and business context to turn data into decisions.

PythonSQLstatisticsA/B testing

Data Analyst

Builds dashboards, analyses, reports, and insights that help teams make better decisions.

SQLdashboardPower BITableau

Data Engineer

Builds reliable data pipelines, warehouses, transformations, and data platform foundations.

ETLELTAirflowSpark

Business Intelligence Analyst

Designs reports, dashboards, and data models that enable data-driven decision-making across the organization.

business intelligencedata modelingLookerPower BI

Quantitative Analyst

Develops mathematical models, risk analytics, and trading strategies using statistical methods and computation.

quantitative analysisstochastic modelingtime seriesrisk

Data Architect

Designs enterprise data strategies, warehouse architectures, governance frameworks, and data platform roadmaps.

data architecturedata modelingSnowflakedata governance

Analytics Engineer

Builds data transformation pipelines, data models, and analytics-ready datasets for business intelligence and analysis.

analytics engineeringdbtdata modelingSQL

Market Research Analyst

Gathers and analyzes market data, customer insights, and competitive intelligence to inform business strategy.

market researchsurveycompetitive analysisdata analysis

Statistician

Applies statistical methods, experimental design, and data analysis to solve complex problems across industries.

statisticsexperimental designregressionR

BI Developer

Builds BI solutions, data warehouses, semantic layers, dashboards, and reporting infrastructure.

BI developerPower BITableaudata modeling

Domain

Software Engineering

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Software Engineer

Builds maintainable software across product features, backend systems, APIs, and engineering workflows.

software engineeringAPIdatabasetesting

Full Stack Developer

Builds frontend, backend, APIs, databases, authentication, and end-to-end product features.

ReactNode.jsJavaScriptTypeScript

Frontend Developer

Builds responsive interfaces, design systems, performance improvements, and accessible user experiences.

ReactTypeScriptJavaScriptCSS

Backend Developer

Builds APIs, services, databases, integrations, authentication, and reliable server-side systems.

REST APIGraphQLPostgreSQLNode.js

Mobile App Developer

Builds mobile applications, cross-platform interfaces, app performance, and release workflows.

mobile appReact NativeFlutterSwift

iOS Developer

Builds native iOS applications using Swift, SwiftUI, UIKit, and Apple platform frameworks.

iOSSwiftSwiftUIUIKit

Android Developer

Builds native Android applications using Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, and Android platform APIs.

AndroidKotlinJetpack ComposeMVVM

Embedded Systems Engineer

Develops firmware and software for microcontrollers, real-time systems, and hardware-software integration.

CC++RTOSembedded

Game Developer

Builds interactive game experiences using game engines, rendering pipelines, physics, and gameplay systems.

UnityUnreal EngineC#C++

Automation Engineer

Builds automated testing frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, release automation, and quality assurance systems.

automationCI/CDPlaywrightSelenium

Engineering Manager

Leads engineering teams, manages delivery, and balances technical strategy with people development.

engineering managerteam leadershipagilementoring

QA Engineer

Designs test strategies, executes manual and automated tests, and ensures product quality across releases.

QAquality assurancetest automationSelenium

Technical Writer

Creates documentation, API references, user guides, and knowledge bases for technical products and audiences.

technical writingdocumentationAPI docsinformation architecture

Systems Engineer

Designs and integrates complex systems spanning hardware, software, networking, and infrastructure.

systems engineeringsystem designintegrationrequirements

QA Automation Engineer

Builds automated test frameworks, CI/CD quality gates, and test infrastructure for software quality at scale.

QA automationtest automationSeleniumPlaywright

Domain

Cloud and Infrastructure

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Cloud Engineer

Builds and operates cloud environments, networking, automation, observability, and deployment foundations.

AWSAzureGCPTerraform

DevOps Engineer

Improves delivery speed, infrastructure automation, observability, and production reliability.

DevOpsCI/CDDockerKubernetes

Site Reliability Engineer

Owns reliability, observability, incident response, SLOs, automation, and production resilience.

SRESLOSLIobservability

Platform Engineer

Builds internal developer platforms, paved roads, self-service tooling, and infrastructure abstractions.

platform engineeringinternal developer platformKubernetesTerraform

Infrastructure Engineer

Designs and manages server infrastructure, networking, storage, virtualization, and data center operations.

infrastructureLinuxnetworkingVMware

Network Engineer

Designs, configures, and maintains network infrastructure including routing, switching, firewalls, and SDN.

CiscoroutingswitchingBGP

Database Administrator

Manages database systems, performance tuning, backup recovery, security, and data availability.

database administrationDBASQLbackup

Systems Administrator

Manages server infrastructure, operating systems, user access, security patching, and IT operations.

systems administrationLinuxWindows ServerActive Directory

Solution Architect

Designs end-to-end technical solutions, evaluates tradeoffs, and aligns architecture with business requirements.

solution architectsolutions architectarchitecturecloud

Cloud Architect

Designs cloud strategies, multi-cloud architectures, governance frameworks, and cloud migration roadmaps.

cloud architectAWSAzureGCP

Domain

Cybersecurity

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Cybersecurity Analyst

Monitors threats, investigates incidents, improves controls, and protects systems and users.

SIEMSOCincident responsethreat hunting

Cloud Security Engineer

Secures cloud infrastructure, identity, network controls, workloads, and deployment pipelines.

cloud securityIAMTerraformKubernetes

Security Architect

Designs enterprise security frameworks, threat models, zero-trust architectures, and security strategies.

security architecturethreat modelingzero trustIAM

Penetration Tester

Conducts authorized security assessments, exploits vulnerabilities, and provides remediation guidance.

penetration testingweb applicationexploitationBurp Suite

DevSecOps Engineer

Integrates security practices into CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code, and software delivery lifecycles.

DevSecOpsCI/CDcontainer securitySAST

Information Security Analyst

Protects information assets through risk assessment, policy development, security monitoring, and compliance management.

information securityrisk assessmentcomplianceNIST

SOC Analyst

Monitors security alerts, triages incidents, escalates threats, and maintains defense operations in a Security Operations Center.

SOCSIEMincident responsealert triage

Threat Intelligence Analyst

Researches adversaries, analyzes threat actor tactics, produces intelligence reports, and operationalizes threat data.

threat intelligenceCTITTPOSINT

Incident Response Analyst

Investigates security breaches, contains threats, performs forensic analysis, and drives post-incident improvements.

incident responseDFIRforensicscontainment

Domain

Product and Strategy

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Domain

Product and Design

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UX/UI Designer

Designs user flows, interfaces, research-backed experiences, prototypes, and design systems.

UX designUI designFigmaprototype

Product Designer

Owns end-to-end product design from concept to shipped interface, blending UX research with polished visual execution.

product designFigmauser researchprototyping

Visual Designer

Creates visual identity, layouts, typography, color systems, and polished UI assets for digital products.

visual designtypographyFigmabrand identity

Motion Designer

Creates animated interfaces, micro-interactions, explainer videos, and motion systems for digital products.

motion designAfter EffectsLottieRive

Design Lead

Leads design strategy, teams, design operations, and sets the creative direction for products and brand.

design leadershipdesign strategydesign operationsteam management

UX Researcher

Conducts user research, usability testing, and behavioral analysis to inform product design and strategy decisions.

UX researchuser researchusability testingqualitative research

Interaction Designer

Designs user flows, micro-interactions, motion behaviors, and intuitive digital product experiences.

interaction designprototypinguser flowsFigma

Graphic Designer

Creates visual content, brand assets, marketing materials, and digital designs across multiple media formats.

graphic designAdobe Creative SuitePhotoshopIllustrator

Creative Director

Leads creative vision, brand strategy, design teams, and cross-channel creative direction for organizations.

creative directorcreative strategybrand directionart direction

Interior Designer

Designs interior spaces that balance aesthetics, functionality, safety codes, and client requirements across projects.

interior designspace planningAutoCADSketchUp

Domain

Engineering

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Mechanical Engineer

Designs mechanical systems, components, and manufacturing processes using engineering analysis and CAD tools.

mechanical engineeringCADSolidWorksFEA

Civil Engineer

Designs and manages infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, water systems, and buildings.

civil engineeringAutoCADRevitstructural

Electrical Engineer

Designs electrical systems, circuits, power distribution, control systems, and electronic hardware.

electrical engineeringcircuit designpower systemsMATLAB

Chemical Engineer

Designs chemical processes, reactors, separation systems, and manufacturing processes for industrial production.

chemical engineeringprocess designAspen Plusthermodynamics

Aerospace Engineer

Designs aircraft, spacecraft, propulsion systems, and aerospace components using engineering analysis and simulation.

aerospaceaerodynamicspropulsionCFD

Biomedical Engineer

Designs medical devices, diagnostic equipment, prosthetics, and healthcare technologies for clinical use.

biomedical engineeringmedical devicesFDAISO 13485

Environmental Engineer

Designs systems for water treatment, air quality, waste management, remediation, and environmental compliance.

environmental engineeringwater treatmentremediationcompliance

Industrial Engineer

Optimizes complex systems, processes, supply chains, and operations for efficiency and productivity.

industrial engineeringleanSix Sigmaprocess improvement

Architect

Designs buildings and structures, develops construction documents, and oversees project delivery.

architectRevitAutoCADbuilding design

Quantity Surveyor

Manages construction costs, contracts, procurement, and financial risk across building and infrastructure projects.

quantity surveyorcost estimationcontract administrationprocurement

Structural Engineer

Designs structural systems for buildings, bridges, and infrastructure ensuring safety and code compliance.

structural engineeringstructural analysisETABSSTAAD

Materials Engineer

Develops, tests, and selects materials for manufacturing, construction, and product applications.

materials engineeringmaterial sciencefailure analysismetallurgy

Process Engineer

Designs, optimizes, and scales manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.

process engineeringmanufacturingleanSix Sigma

Field Service Engineer

Installs, maintains, and repairs technical equipment at customer sites, ensuring uptime and satisfaction.

field servicemaintenancetroubleshootinginstall

Domain

Business and Operations

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Business Analyst

Turns business needs, process gaps, data, and stakeholder requirements into clear execution plans.

business analysisrequirementsprocess improvementSQL

Operations Manager

Oversees daily operations, process efficiency, team performance, and operational KPI improvements.

operations managementprocess improvementKPIbudget

Management Consultant

Solves complex business problems through analysis, frameworks, recommendations, and executive communication.

management consultingstrategyfinancial modelingdata analysis

Supply Chain Manager

Manages end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, logistics, inventory, and demand planning.

supply chainlogisticsinventoryprocurement

Project Manager

Plans, executes, and delivers projects on time, within budget, and aligned with stakeholder expectations.

project managementPMPAgilebudget

Scrum Master

Facilitates Agile teams, removes impediments, coaches Scrum practices, and drives continuous improvement.

Scrum MasterAgileScrumJIRA

Program Manager

Oversees multiple related projects, aligns program goals with strategy, and manages cross-program dependencies.

program managementgovernancestrategic planningportfolio

Product Marketing Manager

Bridges product, marketing, and sales through positioning, messaging, launches, and market intelligence.

product marketinggo-to-marketpositioningcompetitive analysis

Business Operations Manager

Aligns strategy, process, systems, and people to drive operational efficiency and business growth.

business operationsprocess improvementstrategic planningdata analysis

Technical Program Manager

Orchestrates cross-functional engineering programs, manages dependencies, and drives technical delivery at scale.

technical program managementprogram planningrisk managementAgile

Procurement Manager

Manages sourcing, supplier negotiations, purchasing strategies, and cost optimization across the supply base.

procurementsourcingnegotiationsupplier

Vendor Manager

Oversees vendor relationships, performance, contracts, and risk across the third-party supplier ecosystem.

vendor managementsupplier managementcontractSLA

Domain

Growth and Marketing

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Digital Marketing Manager

Owns digital channels, campaigns, SEO, paid acquisition, analytics, and conversion growth.

SEOGoogle AdsGA4CRO

Growth Marketing Manager

Drives user acquisition, activation, retention, and revenue through experimentation and data-driven marketing.

growth marketingexperimentationacquisitionretention

SEO Specialist

Improves organic search visibility through technical SEO, content strategy, link building, and performance analysis.

SEOsearch engine optimizationkeyword researchlink building

Content Marketing Manager

Creates and manages content strategies, editorial calendars, and content assets to drive engagement and leads.

content marketingcontent strategySEOeditorial

Social Media Manager

Develops and executes social media strategies, creates content, grows audiences, and measures engagement.

social mediacontent creationcommunityanalytics

Brand Manager

Defines and maintains brand identity, positioning, messaging, and ensures consistent brand expression.

brand managementbrand strategypositioningcreative direction

Marketing Analyst

Analyzes marketing performance data, builds dashboards, measures campaign ROI, and provides actionable insights.

marketing analyticsSQLattributionGA4

Performance Marketing Manager

Drives measurable customer acquisition through paid channels, budget optimization, and data-driven campaign management.

performance marketingpaid acquisitionGoogle AdsCAC

Email Marketing Manager

Owns email channel strategy, lifecycle programs, automation flows, and performance optimization for revenue growth.

email marketingautomationsegmentationESP

CRM Marketing Manager

Manages customer data platforms, audience segmentation, lifecycle campaigns, and marketing automation infrastructure.

CRMmarketing automationsegmentationcustomer data

PPC Specialist

Manages paid search and social campaigns, optimizing bids, ad copy, and landing pages for maximum ROI.

PPCGoogle Adskeywordbid management

Domain

Sales and Customer Success

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Sales Representative

Prospects, qualifies, and closes new business opportunities through consultative selling and pipeline management.

salesquotapipelineCRM

Account Executive

Manages the full sales cycle from qualification to close for enterprise or mid-market accounts.

account executivefull-cycle salesenterprisenegotiation

Customer Success Manager

Drives customer retention, adoption, expansion, and satisfaction through proactive relationship management.

customer successretentionNPSrenewal

Sales Engineer

Provides technical expertise during the sales process through demos, proof-of-concepts, and technical discovery.

sales engineersolutions engineerdemoPOC

Solutions Engineer

Designs and implements technical solutions for customers, bridging product capabilities with business requirements.

solutions engineersolution designtechnical architectureAPI

Account Manager

Nurtures existing client relationships, identifies growth opportunities, and ensures customer satisfaction and retention.

account managementrelationshipupsellcross-sell

Business Development Representative

Generates qualified leads through outbound prospecting, discovery, and pipeline development for the sales team.

business developmentBDRprospectingoutbound

Sales Operations Analyst

Optimizes sales processes, CRM data, forecasting, reporting, and tools to improve sales team effectiveness.

sales operationsCRMSalesforcepipeline

Customer Support Manager

Leads support teams to deliver timely, high-quality customer service and drives continuous improvement in support operations.

customer supportcustomer serviceSLACSAT

Sales Manager

Leads and develops a sales team to achieve revenue targets through coaching, forecasting, and strategic account management.

sales managementteam leadershipforecastingpipeline

Domain

Finance and Accounting

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Financial Analyst

Analyzes financial data, builds models, creates forecasts, and provides insights for business decisions.

financial analysisfinancial modelingforecastingExcel

Accountant

Maintains financial records, prepares statements, ensures compliance, and manages accounts payable and receivable.

accountingGAAPgeneral ledgerreconciliation

Investment Banker

Advises clients on M&A, capital raising, restructuring, and strategic financial transactions.

investment bankingM&Afinancial modelingvaluation

Private Equity Analyst

Evaluates investment opportunities, performs due diligence, and supports portfolio company value creation.

private equityLBOfinancial modelingdue diligence

Venture Capital Analyst

Sources and evaluates early-stage investments, performs market analysis, and supports portfolio companies.

venture capitaldeal sourcingmarket researchdue diligence

Controller

Oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance for an organization.

controllerfinancial reportinginternal controlsGAAP

Auditor

Examines financial records, evaluates internal controls, and ensures compliance with standards and regulations.

auditauditinginternal controlsrisk assessment

Finance Manager

Oversees financial planning, reporting, budgeting, and analysis to support strategic business decisions.

finance managerFP&Abudgetingforecasting

Tax Analyst

Prepares tax returns, conducts research, ensures compliance, and supports tax planning and audit activities.

tax analysttax preparationtax complianceprovision

Credit Analyst

Evaluates creditworthiness, analyzes financial statements, and recommends lending and risk decisions.

credit analystcredit analysisunderwritingrisk assessment

Domain

Human Resources

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HR Manager

Manages HR operations, employee relations, performance management, and compliance with employment laws.

HR managementemployee relationscomplianceperformance management

Talent Acquisition Specialist

Sources, screens, and recruits top talent through strategic sourcing, interviewing, and offer management.

talent acquisitionrecruitingsourcingATS

People Operations Manager

Builds and manages people programs including onboarding, development, performance, and employee experience.

people operationsemployee experienceperformance managementHR analytics

Recruiter

Sources, screens, and matches candidates to job openings across multiple roles and levels.

recruitingsourcingATSinterviewing

HR Coordinator

Supports HR operations including onboarding, records management, benefits administration, and employee inquiries.

HR coordinatoronboardingHRISbenefits

HR Analyst

Analyzes workforce data, builds HR dashboards, measures people metrics, and provides data-driven HR insights.

HR analyticspeople analyticsSQLTableau

Compensation and Benefits Analyst

Designs and administers compensation programs, benefits packages, equity plans, and total rewards strategies.

compensationbenefitsmarket benchmarkingsalary survey

Talent Development Manager

Designs and manages learning programs, leadership development, succession planning, and skill-building initiatives.

talent developmentlearning and developmentleadership developmentsuccession planning

Employee Relations Manager

Manages employee relations cases, conducts investigations, resolves workplace conflicts, and ensures fair policy application.

employee relationsinvestigationsemployment lawconflict resolution

Domain

Legal and Compliance

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Domain

Healthcare

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Domain

Education and Training

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