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GraphQL

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

210

30-day trend

+13.6%

% of listings

3%

Quick answer

As of October 2026, GraphQL appears in 210 active engineering job listings (3% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with GraphQL

% of GraphQL listings that also require each skill

React1.52%
TypeScript1.21%
SQL1.07%
JavaScript0.96%
AWS0.85%
Python0.8%
PostgreSQL0.79%
Java0.78%

Top roles hiring GraphQL

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 GraphQL in demand in 2026?

GraphQL appears in 210 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 3% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has grown 13.6%.

GraphQL most commonly appears alongside React, TypeScript, SQL in job requirements. Building proficiency in these complementary skills can significantly strengthen a candidate profile.

GraphQL demand FAQ

Is GraphQL in demand in 2026?

GraphQL appears in 210 active engineering job listings, about 3% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has grown 13.6% over the past 30 days.

What roles require GraphQL?

GraphQL 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 GraphQL?

GraphQL most commonly appears alongside React, TypeScript and SQL in job requirements.

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Further reading

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