How to improve JD match

JD match improves when your resume provides clear evidence for what the job is asking. The goal isn’t to copy the posting — it’s to make your relevant experience obvious.

A simple workflow

1) Extract the must-haves

Pull out responsibilities, required skills, and domain context. Group them into 6–10 “requirements” you can map to evidence.

2) Map each must-have to proof

For each requirement, point to 1–2 bullets that demonstrate it. If you can’t find proof, that’s a real gap.

3) Rewrite for clarity

Use the same language as the JD where it’s accurate, but keep it natural. Recruiters should instantly see the match.

4) Fill the gaps intentionally

Add a project, a measurable example, or a short skills+proof bullet to cover missing requirements. Avoid fake experience.

Common mistakes

  • • Keyword stuffing with no evidence in bullets
  • • Editing titles but not aligning responsibilities/outcomes
  • • Listing tools without describing how you used them
  • • Ignoring domain signals (payments, infra, healthcare, etc.)
Pro tip

If the JD says “own end-to-end delivery”, your resume should show end-to-end ownership: requirements → design → implementation → launch → measurable outcomes.