While discussions continue about artificial intelligence threatening employment in the software sector, a new analysis published reveals data that complicates this narrative. According to data shared by TrueUp, there has been a 30% increase in software engineering job postings since the beginning of 2026. This contradicts the narrative that "AI is taking our jobs."
67 Thousand Open Positions
TrueUp data is not limited to percentages. According to the report, there are approximately 67,000 active software engineer positions in the market. This number marks the highest level in the last three years, representing more than double the increase compared to the sector's stagnation period in 2023.
Considering the contraction experienced especially in the post-pandemic period, this rise is seen as a remarkable recovery. However, while these figures paint a positive picture on the surface, the experiences of job seekers are not equally optimistic.
Finding a Job is Getting Harder
In recent years, not only in the software sector but generally in job search processes, a significant transformation is being experienced. According to experts, at the heart of this transformation are automation and AI-supported human resources processes. Candidates preparing their applications with AI tools, and companies evaluating these applications with similar systems, are making the process increasingly mechanical.
This situation, combined with the increase in "ghost listings" – positions that are not actually planned to be filled – makes the picture even more difficult for job seekers.
Another important debate in the sector focuses on the long-term effects of AI increasing productivity. Initial data shows that these tools significantly increase the amount of software produced. For example, the Apple App Store recorded a 30% increase in the number of new applications from 2024 to 2025. This increase is thought to be linked to "vibe coding" and AI-supported rapid development processes.
However, this growth also brings with it quality discussions. Some engineers within the sector warn that while the idea of "everyone being able to write code" may seem positive in theory, an increase in low-quality software production could negatively impact the entire ecosystem.
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