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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

1,168

30-day trend

-8.6%

% of listings

14%

Quick answer

As of October 2026, AWS appears in 1,168 active engineering job listings (14% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with AWS

% of AWS listings that also require each skill

Python6.31%
Kubernetes5.82%
SQL4.94%
GCP4.7%
Azure4.59%
Java4.26%
CI/CD3.55%
TypeScript3.45%

Top roles hiring AWS

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer7,007
Backend Engineer499
QA Engineer401
Frontend Engineer341
Mobile Developer174
Embedded Engineer59
Full Stack Developer7,064
Backend Engineer500

Is AWS in demand in 2026?

AWS appears in 1,168 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 14% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 8.6%.

AWS most commonly appears alongside Python, Kubernetes, SQL 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 1,168 active engineering job listings, about 14% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has declined 8.6% 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 Python, Kubernetes and SQL in job requirements.

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