Technical
Tokyo Tech
Minimalist, developer-focused layout with monospace accents and clear expertise indicators. Perfect for software engineers and data scientists.
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Modern Professional
Classic corporate layout with centered headers and bold section dividers. Highly readable and optimized for ATS systems.
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Classic ATS
A straightforward single-column resume layout with standard headings, clear dates, and recruiter-friendly spacing.
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How to write this resume well
Separate languages, frameworks, databases, cloud, and tooling instead of mixing everything into one list.
Write engineering bullets around problem, technical action, and outcome such as latency, reliability, scale, or delivery speed.
Add project context such as users, traffic, data volume, uptime, or system constraints when available.
Common mistakes to avoid
Do not list every technology without showing where you used it.
Do not make projects sound like tutorials if they solved a real problem.
Do not hide GitHub, portfolio, or LinkedIn links in tiny text.
Search terms and use cases
Start with the closest layout, then tailor your summary, skills, and experience bullets to the target job. For ATS-heavy applications, keep headings conventional and avoid placing important keywords only in decorative areas.
Frequently asked questions
What should a software engineer resume template include?
It should include technical skills, work experience, projects, education, links, and bullets that show engineering impact.
Should software engineers use a one-page resume?
Early-career engineers should usually use one page. Experienced engineers can use two pages if every section is relevant.