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NLP

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

76

30-day trend

-47.8%

% of listings

2%

Quick answer

As of July 2026, NLP appears in 76 active ai job listings (2% of tracked ai postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with NLP

% of NLP listings that also require each skill

Machine Learning1.71%
LLMs / GenAI1.59%
Python1.31%
PyTorch0.81%
TensorFlow0.72%
Deep Learning0.68%
A/B Testing0.5%
Kubernetes0.47%

Top roles hiring NLP

Active listings by role title in ai

ML Engineer1,583
AI Engineer1,111
Research Scientist375
MLOps Engineer130
Computer Vision Eng9
NLP Engineer5
ML Engineer1,520
AI Engineer1,077

Is NLP in demand in 2026?

NLP appears in 76 active job listings in the ai category — representing 2% of all tracked ai postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 47.8%.

NLP most commonly appears alongside Machine Learning, LLMs / GenAI, Python in job requirements. Building proficiency in these complementary skills can significantly strengthen a candidate profile.

NLP demand FAQ

Is NLP in demand in 2026?

NLP appears in 76 active ai job listings, about 2% of tracked ai postings. Demand has declined 47.8% over the past 30 days.

What roles require NLP?

NLP is most in demand for ML Engineer roles, followed by AI Engineer and Research Scientist, based on active ai listings.

What skills pair with NLP?

NLP most commonly appears alongside Machine Learning, LLMs / GenAI and Python in job requirements.

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Further reading

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