Tech resumes often over-index on listing programming languages and under-index on the other keyword categories that actually get searched.
Languages & frameworks
Still important, but be specific about versions/ecosystems where relevant — "React" plus state management tools you've used, not just a bare list.
Methodologies
- ✓ Agile
- ✓ Scrum
- ✓ CI/CD
- ✓ Test-driven development
- ✓ Code review
Infrastructure & tools
- ✓ Docker
- ✓ Kubernetes
- ✓ AWS/GCP/Azure
- ✓ Git
- ✓ Terraform
Soft-but-searchable terms
"Cross-functional collaboration," "technical mentorship," and "stakeholder communication" are searched more often than engineers expect, especially for senior roles.