CV keywords
Architect CV keywords that get past the filters in 2026
Most architect CVs are not rejected by a person. They are filtered before a person ever sees them because the first screen does not carry the words the role is scanned for.
This is not about stuffing keywords. It is about making sure scope, verbs, and proof are visible in the top third of the page, where the reading actually happens.
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Start a free mock interviewThe 20 terms to check first
Use these as a checklist, not a script. A CV that reads like a keyword list fails for a different reason.
Action verbs that score
Three bullet rewrites
Weak
Responsible for reporting and updates for the team.
Stronger
Built weekly architect reporting that gave leaders a clear view of progress, blockers, and next actions.
Weak
Worked with different teams on projects.
Stronger
Led cross functional delivery with clear scope, owners, and timelines so architect work moved without handoff gaps.
Weak
Helped improve processes.
Stronger
Improved the core architect workflow by making priorities, metrics, and outcomes visible in the first review cycle.
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Start a free mock interviewFAQ
Should every keyword appear on my CV?
No. Add only the terms you can prove with real work. Forced keywords make a CV weaker.
Where should these words appear?
Put the most important terms in the top third, then prove them again in your strongest recent bullets.
Do recruiters search for exact titles?
Often, yes. If your title is unusual, include the common market title nearby so the search still finds you.