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Scala

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

147

30-day trend

-18.8%

% of listings

1%

Quick answer

As of October 2026, Scala appears in 147 active engineering job listings (1% of tracked engineering postings).

Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.

Skills that pair with Scala

% of Scala listings that also require each skill

Java1.01%
Python0.68%
SQL0.52%
Databricks0.5%
AWS0.48%
Excel0.48%
C++0.45%
Azure0.37%

Top roles hiring Scala

Active listings by role title in engineering

Full Stack Developer8,941
Backend Engineer774
QA Engineer651
Frontend Engineer417
Mobile Developer227
Embedded Engineer98
Full Stack Developer9,043
Backend Engineer748

Is Scala in demand in 2026?

Scala appears in 147 active job listings in the engineering category — representing 1% of all tracked engineering postings. Over the past 30 days demand has declined 18.8%.

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

Scala demand FAQ

Is Scala in demand in 2026?

Scala appears in 147 active engineering job listings, about 1% of tracked engineering postings. Demand has declined 18.8% over the past 30 days.

What roles require Scala?

Scala 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 Scala?

Scala most commonly appears alongside Java, Python and SQL in job requirements.

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Further reading

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