📝TL;DR
→ Staff roles slip to 10.8% of openings (-12.1pp)
→ Mobile roles +13.6pp to 14.5% share
→ Austin leads at 6.2% of postings
→ Management p90 reaches $360k
→ Intern share at 1.3% of openings
→ Cross-Functional Collaboration demand at 10.6% of postings
TypeScript down 5.4pp, remote roles hold 32.1% of 1320 new postings
Based on 10.85 job postings analyzed over the last 4 weeks
🔗Co-occurrence — hires alongside TypeScript
AWS330 co-occurring postings
Python274 co-occurring postings
Rust233 co-occurring postings
JavaScript223 co-occurring postings
Express200 co-occurring postings
🤝Soft Skills
Communication11.1pp movement
Cross-Functional Collaboration10.6%↑ 4.0pp
Written Communication5.1%↑ 1.3pp
Customer Focus4.0%↑ 3.3pp
Communication Skills2.3%↑ 1.6pp
Verbal Communication2.1%↑ 0.9pp
Leadership6.7pp movement
Technical Decision-Making3.8%↑ 1.7pp
Product Intuition3.7%↑ 3.7pp
Mentoring2.8%↑ 0.2pp
Systems Thinking1.4%↑ 1.2pp
Methodology3.6pp movement
Solid Principles3.6%↑ 3.6pp
📰Market News
The U.S. tech job market is currently experiencing a dynamic period marked by both significant layoffs, often attributed to AI-driven efficiency and restructuring, and a notable surge in demand for specific programming languages and skills. While overall job openings in March remained unchanged, suggesting a sluggish market, there's a clear emphasis on specialized tech talent, particularly in TypeScript and JavaScript. The increase in remote work percentages also stands out as companies continue to adapt their operational models, though some reports indicate a recent shift back towards more in-office roles.
hiringTypeScript in United States: Supply vs Demand AnalysisBeBee · 2026-05-06
There are 24,502 active job listings requiring TypeScript in the U.S., with only 12 professionals actively seeking such roles, indicating a high demand and excellent opportunities for skilled TypeScript professionals.
↗ TypeScript +12.59% share hiringIs JavaScript Still in Demand in 2026?Upwork · 2026-03-19
JavaScript remains highly in-demand, ranking as the second most in-demand programming language according to the 2025 CoderPad State of Tech Hiring report. While the way JavaScript is used has evolved, often alongside TypeScript and AI tools, the need for skilled JavaScript developers is strong.
↗ JavaScript +10.33% share See all 7 articles on the market page →
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