The keywords for a data analyst resume determine whether you pass ATS before anyone reads your work. Data analyst roles require a precise mix of technical and communication keywords — SQL, Python, BI tools, and data storytelling terms. Here is the complete list.
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Group by category: Languages (SQL, Python, R), BI Tools (Tableau, Power BI), Databases (BigQuery, Snowflake), Cloud (AWS, Azure). ATS matches on exact tool names.
Not "built a dashboard" but "built a Power BI dashboard tracking 15 KPIs for C-suite, reducing monthly reporting time by 40%." Numbers and business context are critical.
Include a 2–3 line project section if you have relevant side projects or portfolio work. Link to GitHub or portfolio where possible.
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The most critical keyword categories for data analyst resumes are: query and programming languages (SQL, Python, R, DAX, M Query), BI and visualisation tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker, Qlik, Excel, Google Data Studio), data platforms (Snowflake, BigQuery, Azure Synapse, AWS Redshift, Databricks), and analytical skills (data modelling, ETL, data cleaning, statistical analysis, A/B testing, KPI dashboards, cohort analysis, funnel analysis). Include the specific version of tools where relevant (e.g. Power BI Service, Tableau Server) as ATS may filter on these.
Use a clean single-column layout, mirror the exact language from each job description, include a dedicated Skills section with role-specific keywords, and quantify achievements. Avoid tables, columns, graphics, and unusual fonts that confuse ATS parsers.
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ML, Python, statistical modelling, and NLP keywords
Requirements, process mapping, Agile, and JIRA keywords
FP&A, CFA, budgeting, forecasting, and ERP keywords
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