ATS Score Benchmarks by Role
"What ATS score do I need?" is the most common question after checking a resume. The answer depends entirely on your role. A score of 68% might be fine for a marketing manager but below the cutoff for a data engineer. Find your role below to see the real benchmarks.
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Software Engineer
TechnologyPass: 70%·Avg: 52%
Data Analyst
Analytics & Business IntelligencePass: 65%·Avg: 48%
Data Scientist
Data Science & Machine LearningPass: 72%·Avg: 54%
Product Manager
Product ManagementPass: 68%·Avg: 50%
Marketing Manager
MarketingPass: 65%·Avg: 47%
Sales Manager
SalesPass: 63%·Avg: 46%
Operations Manager
Operations & Supply ChainPass: 66%·Avg: 49%
Project Manager
Project ManagementPass: 67%·Avg: 51%
Finance Professional
Finance & AccountingPass: 68%·Avg: 50%
HR Professional
Human ResourcesPass: 63%·Avg: 46%
Nurse
Healthcare & NursingPass: 68%·Avg: 52%
Teacher
EducationPass: 62%·Avg: 45%
Graphic Designer
Design & CreativePass: 62%·Avg: 44%
Accountant
Accounting & FinancePass: 67%·Avg: 50%
Business Analyst
Business Analysis & ConsultingPass: 65%·Avg: 48%
DevOps Engineer
Technology & InfrastructurePass: 72%·Avg: 55%
Customer Service Specialist
Customer Service & SupportPass: 60%·Avg: 43%
Supply Chain Manager
Supply Chain & LogisticsPass: 67%·Avg: 50%
Content Writer
Content & CopywritingPass: 60%·Avg: 43%
Mechanical Engineer
Engineering & ManufacturingPass: 70%·Avg: 53%
Full-Stack Developer
TechnologyPass: 72%·Avg: 54%
Frontend Developer
TechnologyPass: 70%·Avg: 51%
Backend Developer
TechnologyPass: 71%·Avg: 53%
Data Engineer
Data & AnalyticsPass: 73%·Avg: 55%
Machine Learning Engineer
AI & Machine LearningPass: 74%·Avg: 56%
Cybersecurity Analyst
CybersecurityPass: 72%·Avg: 53%
Cloud Engineer
Technology & InfrastructurePass: 73%·Avg: 54%
Mobile Developer
TechnologyPass: 70%·Avg: 52%
UX Designer
Design & ProductPass: 65%·Avg: 47%
Product Designer
Design & ProductPass: 66%·Avg: 48%
Executive Assistant
Administration & SupportPass: 62%·Avg: 44%
Lawyer
LegalPass: 68%·Avg: 50%
Pharmacist
Healthcare & PharmacyPass: 65%·Avg: 47%
Physician
Healthcare & MedicinePass: 68%·Avg: 50%
Physical Therapist
Healthcare & RehabilitationPass: 64%·Avg: 46%
Social Worker
Social Services & Non-ProfitPass: 60%·Avg: 42%
Civil Engineer
Engineering & ConstructionPass: 68%·Avg: 50%
Electrical Engineer
Engineering & ElectronicsPass: 69%·Avg: 51%
Financial Analyst
Finance & InvestmentPass: 69%·Avg: 51%
Investment Banker
Finance & Capital MarketsPass: 72%·Avg: 54%
Digital Marketing Specialist
Marketing & GrowthPass: 64%·Avg: 46%
SEO Specialist
Marketing & GrowthPass: 63%·Avg: 45%
Recruiter
Human Resources & TalentPass: 63%·Avg: 45%
Construction Manager
Construction & Real EstatePass: 67%·Avg: 49%
Real Estate Agent
Real EstatePass: 60%·Avg: 42%
Training & Development Specialist
Human Resources & LearningPass: 62%·Avg: 44%
Event Planner
Events & HospitalityPass: 59%·Avg: 41%
Retail Manager
Retail & ConsumerPass: 60%·Avg: 42%
Copywriter
Marketing & CreativePass: 61%·Avg: 43%
Video Editor
Media & CreativePass: 60%·Avg: 42%
Nurse Manager
Healthcare & Nursing LeadershipPass: 68%·Avg: 50%
Scrum Master
Technology & Agile DeliveryPass: 68%·Avg: 50%
Network Engineer
Technology & InfrastructurePass: 70%·Avg: 52%
What Does Your ATS Score Mean?
0–50%
Rejected
Almost certainly filtered before a recruiter sees it. Critical keyword and formatting gaps.
51–74%
Borderline
May pass in lower-competition roles but will lose to optimised resumes in competitive markets.
75–100%
Strong
Passes ATS filters reliably. Reaches recruiter review. Focus shifts to content and impact.
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