JavaScript developer resume sample

When handing out your JavaScript developer resume to various jobs, your goal should be to interest the hiring manager. To do this, you need to show off your JavaScript experience effectively. If you aim to make a stand-out resume, you've come to the right place.

This article will give you some tips, tricks, and examples you can use to make your next JavaScript developer CV get results and boost your JS developer salary among other perks.

First, you should know what to include in every JavaScript developer resume. While your resume is unique to you, using standard headings and features will make your writing process easier.

Here's a quick rundown of what you need to include:

• A detailed summary and headline
• An explanation of your skills
• Project descriptions
• Your educational background

Below, we’ll expand on the four things you need in every experienced JavaScript developer resume that will help you get an interview for a JavaScript position.

1. Headline and summary

When your hiring manager has 100 resumes to go through, they make some immediate eliminations based on the headline and summary.

A good Javascript resume headline has your name and job title. In addition, your summary should include the short form of your skills and background, and how they will benefit the company you are applying for.

Under the headline, it's best to copy the job title you are applying for. You show the resume reader you have confidence in owning this job title. You can also overcome the first blockade: the automated applicant tracking system (ATS). The ATS will block your resume if it doesn't identify you as an appropriate match for the job.

The summary (sometimes called "executive summary") is an additional way to inspire the reader and overcome the ATS. Being the short version of your resume, it should display your skills and background in a few sentences. This will help the resume reader identify you as a matching candidate who meets the job listing's skill requirements.

2. Tech and leadership skills

Next, you'll want to clarify to the recruiters that you have skills that can contribute to the job. This way, you can match yourself to the job and present yourself as the best fit. These skills come in two categories: tech and leadership.

Tech skills in JavaScript include the following, among others:

• HTML5
• CSS3
• AJAX
• JSON
• Bootstrap
• JavaScript frameworks (Node.js, Vue, etc.)
• JavaScript libraries (Redux, Angular, React, etc.)
• User interface development
• Cross-browser web design implementation
• MySQL
• Version control systems such as Git
• Experience with the Agile methodology

When listing your skills, don’t limit yourself to the technical side. In many cases, soft skills are just as important, if not more. Soft skills include:

• Running development teams
• Collaborating on projects
• Inter-department coordination
• Positive response to feedback
• Problem solving

To get any job, your resume must show a combination of technical and leadership skills. For another example, check out our Node JS developer resume samples.

3. JavaScript resume project descriptions

A good JavaScript resume must include work experience broken down into different projects. In the descriptions of the projects, you need to tell the resume reader how you contributed to them and how your contribution led to results.

If you focus too broadly on the overall job, the hiring manager might think you’re trying to hide how little you contributed. It'll also make people question your skill set, especially regarding leadership.

Here's a quick list of things to include in every project description:

• The size of the team
• The domain of the project (e-commerce, fintech, etc.)
• Your project role
• Your specific responsibilities
• The tools and technologies you used to contribute to the project

If you can connect this project to a reference, that will add further weight to any skill claims you make.

4. Education and certifications

The education section should contain all of the knowledge-seeking work you've done. This includes your degree and certifications.

You might think: "If I have the degree, why do I need a certification?" While you might not need certifications in areas you are already skilled at, certifications in less familiar areas show a passion for learning.

It all comes back to making your resume more interesting. You don't want to look like all the other JavaScript developers. Below are six tips to make your JavaScript resume stand out to the hiring manager:

1. Choose the best JavaScript resume format

There are a lot of fancy-looking resumes you could choose from. Some include headshots, others list hobbies, and some sort your skills by percentages. But, in most cases, these resumes distract from you, so you should choose something a bit more standard.

The resume should start with your name and target job title aligned to the left. To the right, list your contact information (email, phone number, portfolio URL, etc.). This makes it easy to contact you and for the ATS to identify you.

The later sections should be separated by different headings (summary, skills, work experience, and education). You might put the most important words in the summary in bold (this is optional).

If you want to get fancy, pick your favorite (professional) color for your name. Also, stick to common formats that won't confuse people. Save the fancy PDF resumes for when someone is testing your design skills (when a hiring manager directly asks for it).

2. Pick your best JavaScript projects for your resume

A CV, or curriculum vitae, is a long-form version of your resume. It contains every project you've ever done, including how they contributed to the company. But that’s too much information to include on your resume.

Instead, ask yourself: What is the most relevant experience for the job I'm applying for? Keep this question in your head while browsing through your list of past projects. Pick the best ones that produced the most results and will connect with the reader.

3. Showcase quantitative results of your previous work

It helps to look at the big picture to make your skills look impressive. Include quantifiable data that can be linked to your contributions. That means data that can be expressed with numbers.

For example, if a feature you implemented on an e-commerce project resulted in a 12% increase in conversions, talk about it. Just be sure that any percentage-based improvement claims are linked to something you did (or contributed to).

4. Match your resume to each vacancy

Each job description prioritizes different skills. By tweaking your resume for each job, you'll get more attention.

Information to adjust includes your summary, header, and work experience. If you created a large CV with all your experience, changing work experience on your short resume should be easy.

For more examples of how you might tweak your resume for different positions, check out our React JS developer resume example.

5. Write a cover letter

Cover letters are a great way to show your interest in a job and display your soft skills.

If a job description asks for an "optional" cover letter, that means mandatory. Hiring managers probably won’t read your application if it doesn't include a cover letter.

For tips on making an effective one, read our article on front end developer cover letters tips. It also includes a free template you can use to increase your odds.

6. Leverage your LinkedIn account

LinkedIn profiles can be a public form of your resume. By showcasing your professional experience publically, you might naturally attract the jobs you want to apply for.

LinkedIn accounts are also a great way to network with other JavaScript professionals. You can ask them how they got their job or connect with people at the company you wish to apply for.

For a comprehensive look at leveraging your LinkedIn account, check out our A to Z guide to LinkedIn for software engineers.

Now that you have some tips in your back pocket, let's look at a few examples.

Senior JavaScript developers need to have many years of experience. They are valued for their technical expertise but are expected to have equally strong leadership skills. Here's an example resume for a senior developer:

Full-stack developers can build the front and back ends of a website. Typically, this means they need a ton of technical experience. Here's an example resume you can use:

Now that you have a bit of inspiration on what to include in your resume, you can start writing it. To learn how to design it, download our JavaScript resume template.

With the template, some tips, and a few examples in your back pocket, you are ready to build your resume. But don't just try out your resume on anything; try it out on some of the jobs you can find on our website. If you’re looking for remote JavaScript developer jobs, EPAM Anywhere has you covered.