AI Screening in Tech Jobs: How to Make Your Resume Stand Out

In today's tech job market, getting past AI filters is one of the most crucial steps in landing a job. Many companies are using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) powered by AI to streamline the recruitment process. However, these systems can inadvertently reject well-qualified candidates if their resumes aren't properly formatted or tailored to the system's requirements.

Contacting Recruiters Directly: Your Key to Success

One of the most effective ways to bypass AI screening is by contacting recruiters directly. This approach gives you a chance to get your resume into the hands of a human decision-maker, bypassing the automated filters.

To help you with your job search, we've collected a comprehensive and curated list of tens of thousands of top tech recruiters across the United States. Make your job search easier by visiting our Resume Submission Page to connect with hundreds of top technical recruiters directly. Choose to send your resume to recruiters in your state or expand your reach to recruiters across the entire U.S. and kickstart your career direct connections today.

Resume Success Rates: AI Screening vs. Direct Contact

The success rates for contacting recruiters directly versus other methods, which inevitably involve AI screeners, are drastically different. The table below compares the outcomes of sending 100,000 resumes through job sites versus sending resumes directly to recruiters:

As you can see, contacting recruiters directly results in a much higher chance of being contacted and securing interviews. With over 58% of resumes being contacted when sent directly to recruiters, it’s clear that personal outreach makes a significant difference.

Take advantage of this opportunity to increase your chances of landing a job by reaching out directly to recruiters with your resume!