# IT & Software Industry Resume

Templates tested against ATS systems used by TCS, Infosys, Wipro, HCL, and top product companies.

## Key Points
- Indian IT companies process 100,000+ applications per hiring cycle — all through ATS.
- TCS, Infosys, and Wipro use sophisticated ATS that rejects 70%+ of resumes before human review.
- Tech portfolios and GitHub links need to be in parseable text, not embedded graphics.
- The same ATS you might build for clients is filtering your resume right now.

## What to Include
- Technology stack with proficiency levels
- Project details with business impact
- Certifications: AWS, Azure, GCP, Agile
- Client-facing experience for services companies
- Open source contributions for product roles

## Common Mistakes
- Listing every technology without showing depth
- Not differentiating IT services vs product experience
- Missing project scale (team size, users, revenue)
- Using flashy designs for conservative IT companies
- Not tailoring resume to specific company type

## Keywords to Use
- Software Development
- Agile
- Cloud Computing
- Full Stack
- DevOps
- Microservices
- REST API
- CI/CD
- SDLC
- Project Delivery
- Client Management
- Offshore/Onsite

## Sample Bullet Points
- Delivered 5 enterprise software projects for Fortune 500 clients with combined value of $2M, achieving 100% on-time delivery
- Led onsite-offshore team of 12 developers for banking client, reducing system downtime by 80% through architecture redesign
- Migrated legacy monolith to cloud-native microservices on AWS, reducing infrastructure costs by 40% and improving scalability 10x
- Achieved AWS Solutions Architect Professional certification and led cloud adoption for 3 major client engagements

## Recommended Templates
- [professional](https://stepupcareer.in/builder?template=professional)
- [compact](https://stepupcareer.in/builder?template=compact)
- [crisp](https://stepupcareer.in/builder?template=crisp)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**How do IT services and product company resumes differ?**
Services: emphasize client delivery, onsite experience, and project management. Product: emphasize ownership, scale, and technical depth.

**Which certifications matter most in Indian IT?**
AWS certifications are most valued, followed by Azure. Agile/Scrum certifications (CSM, PSM) and PMP for management roles.

**Should I include all projects?**
No. Pick 3-5 most impactful projects from the last 3-5 years. Show scale, technology, and measurable outcomes.

**How important is onsite experience?**
For IT services companies, onsite (US, UK, EU) experience is a significant differentiator. Mention it prominently.

**Should I tailor my resume for each company?**
Yes. Customize your professional summary and keywords for each application. Study the job description and mirror their language in your resume.

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