Skill Demand Index
Agile — Demand & Depth Analysis
Based on 10 scored job postings out of 4,995 total. Depth levels reflect actual proficiency tiers, not just keyword presence.
0.2%
Demand Rate
L5
Median Depth
10%
Gap Rate
10
Jobs Analyzed
Expert
Most employers want Agile at architect level, not just familiarity.
Overview
What is Agile?
Market context for Agile in the current job market
Agile is required in 0.2% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current job market. Employers looking for Agile typically want candidates who can demonstrate real proficiency, not just surface awareness.
What the data shows for Agile:
- •Required in 0.2% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
- •Employers typically expect L5 depth — architect-level, not just familiarity
- •Most demand comes from Software Engineering roles — 40% of all Agile jobs
- •Median salary for roles requiring Agile: $167K vs $133K for roles that don't — a $28K difference
What L5 means in practice:
L4 (Advanced) means solving hard problems, optimizing workflows, and mentoring others. Employers want someone who can be the go-to person for Agile on their team.
This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used Agile once or twice. They want evidence of professional application — shipped work, measurable outcomes, and the ability to operate independently.
Common skill gaps:
The gap rate of 10% means most candidates have adequate Agile proficiency. To stand out, aim for L4-L5 depth with concrete evidence.
Which roles need Agile most:
Software Engineering positions drive 40% of demand. Data Analysis and Other also frequently list Agile as a requirement. Skills commonly paired with Agile include Bachelor's Degree and Project Management.
Depth Level Distribution
Proficiency Distribution
How candidates match Agile requirements across 10 scored evaluations
Average depth: L3.8·Median depth: L4.5
Salary Correlation
Pay Impact
How Agile affects compensation based on postings with disclosed salary data
With Agile
$168K
Median $167K
5 jobs
Without Agile
$140K
Median $133K
1231 jobs
↑ $28K higher
for roles requiring Agile
Skill Demand Insight
“Agile appears in 0.2% of all scored jobs.”
From 10 scored job postings
Skill Pairings
Commonly Paired Skills
Other skills that frequently appear alongside Agile
Role Breakdown
Top Role Categories
Job categories most likely to require Agile
Gap Analysis
Gap Rate Explained
How often Agile is identified as a skill gap (L0–L1) in scored applications
Very low gap rate — candidates generally have this skill
When Agile appears in a job's requirements, 10% of scored applicants received an L0 or L1 (missing or minimal).
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