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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

360

30-day trend

-19.7%

% of listings

5%

Quick answer

As of July 2026, Kubernetes appears in 360 active engineering job listings (5% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with Kubernetes

% of Kubernetes listings that also require each skill

AWS3.73%
Docker2.52%
Python2.47%
SQL2.35%
GCP2.1%
Java1.75%
Azure1.56%
CI/CD1.5%

Top roles hiring Kubernetes

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 Kubernetes in demand in 2026?

Kubernetes appears in 360 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 5% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 19.7%.

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

Kubernetes demand FAQ

Is Kubernetes in demand in 2026?

Kubernetes appears in 360 active engineering job listings, about 5% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has declined 19.7% over the past 30 days.

What roles require Kubernetes?

Kubernetes 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 Kubernetes?

Kubernetes most commonly appears alongside AWS, Docker and Python in job requirements.

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