Tech Talent Explorer 2026

Tech Talent Explorer 2026

Global market data
to inform your tech decisions

The Tech Talent Explorer provides information on salaries, availability and skills trends across more than 30 countries – based on a survey of 10,000 tech professionals.

The Tech Talent Explorer provides information on salaries, availability and skills trends across more than 30 countries – based on a survey of 10,000 tech professionals.

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Compare how costs and supply counts of various tech specialists differ across 34 countries today.
Discover which roles are most impacted by AI and how people are reacting.
Learn the key motivators for IT professionals worldwide when it comes to choosing a new project or permanent employer.
Find expert insights into tech contracting, with further resources and tools.

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Benchmark salaries and discover where the talent is

Compare permanent salaries and contractor rates across 34 countries, then pair it with talent supply counts to sense-check budget and sourcing decisions.
20 tech roles, 34 countries, perm salaries and contractor rates
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Animated preview image of the Techt Talent Explorer in the ‘Salaries by Role’ section

Discover AI's impact on roles

Use AI Impact Scores to understand how much a role may be automated or changed by AI, and compare differences by job title and country.

Track the skills employers want and candidates need next

Explore skills trends by role, skill area and market to spot where demand is moving and what professionals say matters for future success.
14 skill areas, insights from 10,000 tech professionals, clarity on skills for the future
Animated preview of the Techt Talent Explorer in the “Skill Distribution by Role” section