# U.S. software developer job postings up 15% despite AI coding tools

> Since February 2025, postings for software developers have risen 15%, driven by demand for AI‑savvy senior roles.

Oossa · 2026-10-11 · https://oossa.com/en/u-s-software-developer-job-postings-up-15-despite-ai-coding-tools

U.S. job listings for software developers have increased nearly 15% since February 2025, even as overall job ads fell. The growth is strongest in senior and AI‑focused positions, which make up most of the new postings. Companies are using tools like Anthropic’s Claude Code and GitHub’s AI assistant to write code faster, but they still need experienced developers to review, integrate, and manage the output.

## The facts

- Job postings for software developers rose ~15% from Feb 2025 to Oct 2026 (Indeed Hiring Lab).
- Senior roles accounted for 71% of the posting increase; AI‑related titles were 37% of the rise.

## Why it matters

Hiring managers will prioritize developers who can work with AI tools, creating more opportunities for experienced coders while limiting entry‑level openings.

## Sources & references

1. [AI is automating coding. So why are software developer job postings on the rise?](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/10/11/ai-software-developer-jobs.html) – CNBC, 2026-10-11

Last updated: 2026-10-11