kubernetes developer demand
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How many developer roles ask for kubernetes, how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.
What do roles requiring kubernetes pay in 2026?
As of July 2026, the typical advertised salary is US$148,191 a year, with most postings between US$123,063 and US$172,467.
That's about 11% more than the typical US software developer earns (US$133,080), per Bureau of Labor Statistics figures from May 2024.
| 25th percentile | US$123,063 |
|---|---|
| Median (50th percentile) | US$148,191 |
| 75th percentile | US$172,467 |
Advertised base salary, from 36 job postings with pay data, as of July 2026.
How strong is hiring demand for kubernetes in 2026?
Tarmac tracked 41 postings in July 2026.
| Month | Postings | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| June 2026 | 28 | — |
| July 2026 | 41 | US$148,191 |
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