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BigQuery

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

149

30-day trend

+15.4%

% of listings

3%

Quick answer

As of October 2026, BigQuery appears in 149 active data job listings (3% of tracked data postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with BigQuery

% of BigQuery listings that also require each skill

SQL2.26%
Python2.08%
dbt1.71%
GCP1.3%
Data Modeling1.08%
Snowflake1.06%
Stakeholder Mgmt0.98%
Airflow0.92%

Top roles hiring BigQuery

Active listings by role title in data

Data Engineer1,764
Data Analyst1,517
Data Scientist1,046
Data Architect203
Analytics Engineer186
Data Governance96
BI Developer53
BI Engineer49

Is BigQuery in demand in 2026?

BigQuery appears in 149 active job listings in the data category — representing 3% of all tracked data postings. Over the past 30 days demand has grown 15.4%.

BigQuery most commonly appears alongside SQL, Python, dbt in job requirements. Building proficiency in these complementary skills can significantly strengthen a candidate profile.

BigQuery demand FAQ

Is BigQuery in demand in 2026?

BigQuery appears in 149 active data job listings, about 3% of tracked data postings. Demand has grown 15.4% over the past 30 days.

What roles require BigQuery?

BigQuery is most in demand for Data Engineer roles, followed by Data Analyst and Data Scientist, based on active data listings.

What skills pair with BigQuery?

BigQuery most commonly appears alongside SQL, Python and dbt in job requirements.

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Further reading

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