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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

69

30-day trend

-20%

% of listings

2%

Quick answer

As of June 2026, MySQL appears in 69 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%
AWS1.35%
Kubernetes1.03%
Python0.98%
Stakeholder Mgmt0.73%
Kotlin0.73%
React0.62%
PostgreSQL0.5%

Top roles hiring MySQL

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer3,613
Backend Engineer286
QA Engineer188
Frontend Engineer170
Mobile Developer96
Embedded Engineer21
Full Stack Developer3,613
Backend Engineer286

Is MySQL in demand in 2026?

MySQL appears in 69 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 2% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 20%.

MySQL most commonly appears alongside SQL, AWS, Kubernetes 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 69 active engineering job listings, about 2% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has declined 20% 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 Kubernetes in job requirements.

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Further reading

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