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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

131

30-day trend

+100%

% of listings

2%

Quick answer

As of August 2026, GraphQL appears in 131 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

React1.36%
TypeScript1.09%
JavaScript0.88%
Stakeholder Mgmt0.88%
AWS0.79%
Java0.76%
SQL0.74%
Kubernetes0.55%

Top roles hiring GraphQL

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer4,477
Backend Engineer394
Frontend Engineer223
QA Engineer189
Mobile Developer112
Embedded Engineer29
Full Stack Developer3,810
Backend Engineer315

Is GraphQL in demand in 2026?

GraphQL appears in 131 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 2% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has grown 100%.

GraphQL most commonly appears alongside React, TypeScript, JavaScript 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 131 active engineering job listings, about 2% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has grown 100% over the past 30 days.

What roles require GraphQL?

GraphQL is most in demand for Full Stack Developer roles, followed by Backend Engineer and Frontend Engineer, based on active engineering listings.

What skills pair with GraphQL?

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

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Further reading

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