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MySQL

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

-18.2%

% of listings

2%

Quick answer

As of September 2026, MySQL appears in 131 active engineering job listings (2% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with MySQL

% of MySQL listings that also require each skill

SQL1.81%
AWS1.33%
Python1.26%
Kubernetes1.15%
Kotlin0.83%
PostgreSQL0.73%
Stakeholder Mgmt0.58%
React0.51%

Top roles hiring MySQL

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer6,007
Backend Engineer500
QA Engineer295
Frontend Engineer245
Mobile Developer139
Embedded Engineer45
Full Stack Developer5,540
Backend Engineer455

Is MySQL in demand in 2026?

MySQL appears in 131 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 2% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 18.2%.

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

MySQL demand FAQ

Is MySQL in demand in 2026?

MySQL appears in 131 active engineering job listings, about 2% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has declined 18.2% over the past 30 days.

What roles require MySQL?

MySQL 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 MySQL?

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

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Further reading

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