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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

1,199

30-day trend

Stable

% of listings

15%

Quick answer

As of September 2026, Java appears in 1,199 active engineering job listings (15% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with Java

% of Java listings that also require each skill

AWS4.95%
Python4.8%
SQL3.83%
React2.74%
Kubernetes2.52%
JavaScript2.45%
Stakeholder Mgmt2.29%
TypeScript2.29%

Top roles hiring Java

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer6,798
Backend Engineer540
QA Engineer359
Frontend Engineer268
Mobile Developer141
Embedded Engineer58
Full Stack Developer6,389
Backend Engineer522

Is Java in demand in 2026?

Java appears in 1,199 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 15% of all tracked engineering postings. Demand has been stable over the past 30 days.

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

Java demand FAQ

Is Java in demand in 2026?

Java appears in 1,199 active engineering job listings, about 15% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has been stable over the past 30 days.

What roles require Java?

Java 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 Java?

Java most commonly appears alongside AWS, Python and SQL in job requirements.

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