Software developer: cover letter example
When to use it
For frontend, backend, mobile or full-stack roles: leads with results achieved, not a list of technologies.
The full letter
Dear [Hiring manager's name],
I am applying for the [role — e.g. Backend Developer] position at [Company name]. For [X] years I have built production systems with [core technologies], and I care equally about code quality, testing and the product's business results.
At [Current company] I work on [project]. There I [specific technical achievement — e.g. "cut API response time from 400 ms to 120 ms"] and [second achievement — e.g. "raised test coverage from 30% to 80%"]. I also run code reviews and mentor newer developers.
I am especially interested in [Company name]'s work on [product or technical challenge — e.g. high load, scaling]. I have used [technology/requirement from the ad] on [project], and you can see examples of my code at [GitHub link].
My CV is attached. I'm happy to prove myself in a technical interview or a take-home task.
Kind regards, [Your full name] [Phone] · [Email] · [GitHub]
Replace the parts [in square brackets] with your own details. Cut generic phrases; add specific facts and numbers.
💡 Expert tips
- 1Link your GitHub, portfolio or a live project — it's the strongest proof a developer can offer.
- 2Spell technologies exactly as the job ad does — ATS looks for exact matches.
- 3Go easy on jargon — HR often reads the letter first.