A recent analysis of U.S. tech job postings reveals a significant increase in hiring despite ongoing layoffs. Employers are prioritizing cloud infrastructure, DevOps, and data system expertise over niche AI skills. Amazon Web Services (AWS) emerged as the most sought-after skill, appearing in 30% of job ads. Cloud platforms collectively were required in nearly 42% of postings, highlighting their critical role. The tech sector remains the largest employer, with California and Virginia leading in job vacancies.
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https://finchannel.com/ai-layoffs-havent-slowed-tech-hiring-aws-cloud-skills-and-git-lead-u-s-job-market-oxylabs-research-finds/133214/jobs/2026/07/