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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

118

30-day trend

-23.8%

% of listings

2%

Quick answer

As of July 2026, GraphQL appears in 118 active engineering job listings (2% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with GraphQL

% of GraphQL listings that also require each skill

React0.96%
TypeScript0.73%
Java0.7%
AWS0.54%
Kotlin0.53%
SQL0.53%
Stakeholder Mgmt0.5%
JavaScript0.43%

Top roles hiring GraphQL

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer6,086
Backend Engineer574
QA Engineer294
Frontend Engineer246
Mobile Developer134
Embedded Engineer42
Full Stack Developer5,794
Backend Engineer480

Is GraphQL in demand in 2026?

GraphQL appears in 118 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 2% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 23.8%.

GraphQL most commonly appears alongside React, TypeScript, Java 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 118 active engineering job listings, about 2% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has declined 23.8% 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 Java in job requirements.

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Further reading

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