Total: 179,207, Remote: 17,978, On-site: 161,229.
Specializations
Our coverage of job openings across the globe (excluding China) shows notable demand for specialists in business software applications, data engineering, and various software development roles. The largest number of current postings fall under business software applications and data engineering, with full-stack, analytics, and leadership positions also accounting for sizable shares. Opportunities span front- and back-end engineering, as well as roles centered on specific technologies such as Java, indicating a healthy appetite for expertise in core programming and product development domains. Machine learning, AI, and data analytics are also well represented, suggesting strong interest in advanced analytical and automation capabilities across industries.
- Business Software Applications: 32,570
- Data Engineering: 31,854
- Full-Stack & General Software: 28,319
- Software & Technology Leadership: 23,071
- Data & Analytics: 14,585
- Machine Learning & AI: 13,915
- Backend Engineer: 10,432
- Full Stack Engineering: 10,063
- Java Engineering: 8,068
- Frontend & Web Engineering: 7,204
In Demand Skills
Our coverage of job openings across the globe (excluding China) presents a current snapshot of the most frequently requested technical proficiencies in job postings. Python, CI/CD, and AWS stand out as particularly sought-after skills, reflecting strong demand for expertise in software engineering, cloud infrastructure, and modern development automation practices. Candidates with solid backgrounds in SQL, DevOps methodologies, and major cloud platforms such as Azure and GCP remain highly valued. Additionally, core programming languages including Java, along with frameworks and tools like Kubernetes, Docker, and React, feature prominently. Skills such as data analysis, JavaScript, microservices architecture, and experience with distributed systems and REST APIs round out a broad spectrum of requirements, highlighting the multifaceted needs of contemporary technology teams.
- Python: 30,983
- PostgreSQL: 6,841
- CI/CD: 29,570
- ETL: 6,270
- AWS: 26,049
- Spring: 6,126
- SQL: 23,315
- Node.js: 5,575
- DevOps: 20,366
- Kafka: 5,449
- Azure: 19,450
- Angular: 5,344
- Java: 19,080
- Snowflake: 5,216
- GCP: 16,524
- .NET: 4,856
- Kubernetes: 16,155
- Data Modeling: 4,796
- React: 13,215
- Spark: 4,781
- Docker: 12,034
- SRE: 4,573
- Data Analysis: 12,028
- Power BI: 4,539
- JavaScript: 10,880
- CSS: 4,292
- TypeScript: 10,532
- System Design: 4,269
- Microservices: 9,506
- PyTorch: 4,243
- Linux: 9,357
- Spring Boot: 4,158
- Distributed Systems: 8,622
- NoSQL: 3,861
- REST API: 8,448
- GitHub Actions: 3,856
- Terraform: 8,328
- HTML: 3,778
- Jenkins: 7,005
- Tableau: 3,597
AI Skill signals
Our coverage of job openings across the globe (excluding China) reveals substantial interest in AI-related skills, with tens of thousands of current postings referencing artificial intelligence in general. Within this field, there is notable demand for expertise in large language models (LLMs), generative AI, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and platform-specific knowledge such as Claude, Copilot, and OpenAI technologies. Skills in prompt engineering, as well as familiarity with agentic frameworks and patterns, also feature prominently, suggesting employers are actively seeking talent capable of leveraging both foundational and advanced AI methods in practical applications. This snapshot highlights AI skill signals that span both core and emergent areas in the current market for technical and adjacent roles.
- AI (generic): 55,710
- LLMs: 11,024
- Generative AI: 8,008
- RAG: 3,287
- Claude: 2,485
- Copilot: 2,481
- Prompt engineering: 2,417
- OpenAI: 2,008
- Agentic frameworks: 1,642
- Agentic patterns: 1,445
Seniority Levels
Our coverage of job openings across the globe (excluding China) currently shows that mid and senior-level positions form the largest segments by seniority. Entry-level and intern roles appear far less frequently, suggesting fewer opportunities at the early stages of careers compared to more experienced levels. This snapshot highlights a landscape where organizations are prioritizing hiring individuals with established skills and professional experience.
- Mid Level: 85,423
- Senior: 75,449
- Entry Level: 13,771
- Intern: 4,564
Geographic Hotspots
Our coverage of job openings across the globe (excluding China) reveals several prominent geographic hotspots in the current snapshot. Remote US roles make up a large share of postings, while Indian tech and business centers remain particularly active, with Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, and Chennai all posting high numbers of open positions. Major US metropolitan areas such as the San Francisco Bay Area, New York Metro, and Washington DC Metro stand out with large concentrations of job openings. London and Toronto also represent notably active markets in their respective regions.
- Bengaluru, 19, IN: 9,867
- Remote, US: 12,440
- New York City, NY, US: 5,821
- Pune, 16, IN: 4,349
- San Francisco, CA, US: 4,257
- Hyderabad, 40, IN: 4,113
- London, ENG, GB: 3,737
- Toronto, 08, CA: 2,312
- Chennai, 25, IN: 2,025
US Metro Totals
- San Francisco Bay Area: 10,829
- New York Metro: 6,338
- Washington DC Metro: 2,027
- Seattle Metro: 2,021
- Boston Metro: 1,697
- Dallas-Fort Worth Metro: 1,678
- Los Angeles Metro: 1,509
- Chicago Metro: 1,397
- Austin Metro: 1,311
- Atlanta Metro: 1,124