SQL
Real-time demand data from active job postings. Updated weekly from the same index powering all Datamata intelligence tools.
Active listings
480
30-day trend
+2.7%
% of listings
15%
Skills that pair with SQL
% of SQL listings that also require each skill
Top roles hiring SQL
Active listings by role title in data
Is SQL in demand in 2026?
SQL appears in 480 active job listings in the data category — representing 15% of all tracked data postings. Over the past 30 days demand has grown 2.7%.
SQL most commonly appears alongside Python, Stakeholder Mgmt, Spark in job requirements. Building proficiency in these complementary skills can significantly strengthen a candidate profile.
Companies hiring SQL
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Further reading
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ReadBased on active job listings in the data category · Updated weekly