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Real-time demand data from active job postings. Updated weekly from the same index powering all Datamata intelligence tools.

How this data works

Active listings

986

30-day trend

Stable

% of listings

15%

Quick answer

As of September 2026, AWS appears in 986 active engineering job listings (15% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with AWS

% of AWS listings that also require each skill

Kubernetes6.84%
Python6.39%
Java5.18%
GCP4.94%
SQL4.92%
Azure4.55%
Docker3.56%
JavaScript3.46%

Top roles hiring AWS

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer5,425
Backend Engineer438
QA Engineer250
Frontend Engineer241
Mobile Developer128
Embedded Engineer42
Full Stack Developer5,111
Backend Engineer392

Is AWS in demand in 2026?

AWS appears in 986 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 15% of all tracked engineering postings. Demand has been stable over the past 30 days.

AWS most commonly appears alongside Kubernetes, Python, Java in job requirements. Building proficiency in these complementary skills can significantly strengthen a candidate profile.

AWS demand FAQ

Is AWS in demand in 2026?

AWS appears in 986 active engineering job listings, about 15% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has been stable over the past 30 days.

What roles require AWS?

AWS is most in demand for Full Stack Developer roles, followed by Backend Engineer and QA Engineer, based on active engineering listings.

What skills pair with AWS?

AWS most commonly appears alongside Kubernetes, Python and Java in job requirements.

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Based on active job listings in the engineering category · Updated weekly