Thread by @GabulaMwell_PE

As promised, tips on getting your CV pass the ATS (Applicant tracking system) to the hiring manager.

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Applicant tracking systems are software that automate the hiring process. They screen resumes and candidates automatically, making the assessment of new candidates faster and more efficient.
That means scanning resumes for important keywords and qualifications.

The general goal of ATS is to narrow the applicant pool so that hiring managers can meet the "best" applicants based on a predetermined set of criteria.

1. Read the position Advert carefully for the job requirements and put the relevant information on your CV as ATS is programmed based the requirements of the position and make sure on your experience duties and skills you use the same keywords used on the advert.

2. The main function of an ATS is to read your CV and compare its content to the relevant job description, looking for the best match. This means that your CV cannot be one-size-fits all, it must be tailored for each position you apply to. Always update your CV to match the job.

A job title is one of the keywords, include the experience where your roles and responsibilities will match the job title you're applying to ensure that when the ATS is scanning your CV it comes across familiar keywords

Another good place for keywords is a skills section, you list your core competencies or abilities. Using the main phrases in bullet points is an excellent way to make sure you are using all of the right keywords in a way that fits in the CV and is easy for ATS software to read.

Applicant Tracking Systems use headings to navigate your CV so that the information in each section can be correctly parsed and understood. Make the parser’s job as easy as you can by using the standard set of resume headings.
Education
Contact information
Work experience
Skill

Don't let your CV get fancy, Keep it simple. It is important not to confuse the Applicant Tracking System. The ATS must be able to navigate your CV easily, without getting tripped up on any complex formatting elements. Avoid graphics, footers and headers.

Spelling and grammar of course, this advice applies to all CVs, but it bears repeating in the context of an ATS application. A typical employer or hiring manager will be fully prepared to throw out any CV with a spelling mistake, but with an ATS, your CV won’t even get that far.

Remember, The ATS is looking for matching keywords and relevant headings, so a misspelled word won’t register as a match, even if you are perfect for the job. A little proofreading can be the difference between instant rejection and a successful application.

The top ATS softwares to familiarize yourself with.
Taleo, Brass ring, workday, iCIMS, Smart recruiters, CATS, JazzHR, Jobvite, SuccessFactors.
That's all for now.