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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

734

30-day trend

-13%

% of listings

9%

Quick answer

As of October 2026, Kubernetes appears in 734 active engineering job listings (9% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with Kubernetes

% of Kubernetes listings that also require each skill

AWS5.82%
Python4.7%
SQL3.77%
Docker3.75%
GCP3.14%
Azure2.71%
Java2.66%
CI/CD2.44%

Top roles hiring Kubernetes

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 Kubernetes in demand in 2026?

Kubernetes appears in 734 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 9% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 13%.

Kubernetes most commonly appears alongside AWS, Python, SQL 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 734 active engineering job listings, about 9% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has declined 13% 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, Python and SQL in job requirements.

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Further reading

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