ATS keywords
QA Engineer resume keywords
These are the top 13 ATS-relevant keywords every QA Engineer resume should include in 2026. Copy them into your resume, then let ApplyX tailor it to any job description.
Keywords by priority
Priority is based on frequency in real QA Engineer job descriptions. Use critical keywords in your summary and top experience bullets.
1test automation
Critical2selenium
Critical3cypress
Critical4test plans
Critical5regression testing
Important6bug tracking
Important7ci/cd
Important8api testing
Important9load testing
Useful10manual testing
Useful11quality assurance
Useful12agile
Useful13jira
UsefulHow to use these keywords
Summary section: Include 3-4 critical keywords naturally. Example: “Experienced QA Engineer with expertise in test automation, selenium, cypress.”
Skills block: List all relevant keywords in a comma-separated skills section. ATS systems scan this first.
Experience bullets: Pair keywords with measurable impact. “Implemented test automation resulting in 25% improvement in delivery time.”
Projects section: Name the tools and technologies you used. Every keyword in context adds ATS weight.
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