Software Developer Resume Example
A lead developer reading a junior resume wants to see that the applicant has shipped something real, works well with others and learns fast. This example shows features, projects and the habits of a developer on a small team.
Early career · Last reviewed 11 October 2026 · 2 min read · How we write these
Evergreen has no photo and a deep band of color across the top.
Why this example works
- A product used by thousands of merchants shows real shipping, which beats a long list of tutorials.
- Test coverage from 40% to 78% shows quality habits that senior developers look for in a junior.
- Bug triage and pull request reviews show the applicant already works as part of a team.
- The internship and the budget tracker project show steady growth and self-driven learning.
How to write your own software developer resume
- Open with what you have shipped and who uses it.
- Add one measurable result per role, such as support tickets down or coverage up.
- Show testing and code review in a line each, since juniors rarely mention them.
- Link one project with a readable readme and a working demo, not a long list.
- Keep your skills grouped, and list only tools you could discuss in an interview.
- Explain what you learned in each role in plain terms and avoid claiming expertise you do not yet have.
Skills worth including
Build
JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node.js, SQL, HTML and CSS
Work habits
Automated testing, Code review, Git workflow, Debugging, Agile teamwork
Only list what is true for you. A skill you cannot talk about in an interview does not help.
Common questions
What can a junior developer put on a resume without industry experience?
Projects with a live demo, open-source fixes, internships and team work from a bootcamp or course. Describe what you built and what you learned.
How many programming languages is too many?
List the ones you can work in today and group the rest. Honest scope helps you more than a longer list.
How many projects belong on a developer resume?
Two good ones with clear descriptions and links are worth more than six unfinished ones.
Does a degree matter for a developer role?
It helps with some employers, but shipped work and clear explanations carry a lot of weight. Put education after experience if your work is stronger.
Read next
- How to write the summary at the top of your resumeRead the guide
- Turning your duties into bullet points that show resultsRead the guide
- The skills section: what to list, how to group it and what to leave outRead the guide
- Resume formatting basics: fonts, margins, spacing and a layout that reads wellRead the guide
- The projects section: how to describe your work so it stands up to questionsRead the guide