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GCP

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

533

30-day trend

-13.2%

% of listings

5%

Quick answer

As of October 2026, GCP appears in 533 active engineering job listings (5% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with GCP

% of GCP listings that also require each skill

AWS3.79%
Azure2.84%
Python2.54%
Kubernetes2.38%
Docker1.7%
SQL1.69%
Java1.6%
CI/CD1.48%

Top roles hiring GCP

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer9,434
Backend Engineer767
QA Engineer696
Frontend Engineer442
Mobile Developer223
Embedded Engineer99
Full Stack Developer9,031
Backend Engineer733

Is GCP in demand in 2026?

GCP appears in 533 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 5% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 13.2%.

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

GCP demand FAQ

Is GCP in demand in 2026?

GCP appears in 533 active engineering job listings, about 5% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has declined 13.2% over the past 30 days.

What roles require GCP?

GCP 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 GCP?

GCP most commonly appears alongside AWS, Azure and Python in job requirements.

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