REST API
Real-time demand data from active job postings. Updated weekly from the same index powering all Datamata intelligence tools.
Active listings
172
30-day trend
Stable
% of listings
2%
As of September 2026, REST API appears in 172 active engineering job listings (2% of tracked engineering postings).
Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.
Skills that pair with REST API
% of REST API listings that also require each skill
Top roles hiring REST API
Active listings by role title in engineering
Is REST API in demand in 2026?
REST API appears in 172 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 2% of all tracked engineering postings. Demand has been stable over the past 30 days.
REST API most commonly appears alongside SQL, Java, JavaScript in job requirements. Building proficiency in these complementary skills can significantly strengthen a candidate profile.
REST API demand FAQ
Is REST API in demand in 2026?
REST API appears in 172 active engineering job listings, about 2% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has been stable over the past 30 days.
What roles require REST API?
REST API 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 REST API?
REST API most commonly appears alongside SQL, Java and JavaScript in job requirements.
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