Skill Demand Index
dbt — Demand & Depth Analysis
Based on 11 scored job postings out of 4,995 total. Depth levels reflect actual proficiency tiers, not just keyword presence.
0.2%
Demand Rate
L1
Median Depth
100%
Gap Rate
11
Jobs Analyzed
Minimal
Most employers want dbt at introductory awareness.
Overview
What is dbt?
Market context for dbt in the current job market
dbt is required in 0.2% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current job market. Employers looking for dbt typically want candidates who can demonstrate real proficiency, not just surface awareness.
What the data shows for dbt:
- •Required in 0.2% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
- •Employers typically expect L1 depth — foundational knowledge with practical application
- •Most demand comes from Software Engineering roles — 55% of all dbt jobs
What L1 means in practice:
L1 (Minimal) means you can discuss the concept but haven’t used it in production. Many entry-level positions accept this.
This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used dbt 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 100% means most applicants lack dbt at the depth employers need. This is a real opportunity for candidates who invest in building genuine proficiency.
Which roles need dbt most:
Software Engineering positions drive 55% of demand. Data Analysis and Data Science / ML also frequently list dbt as a requirement. Skills commonly paired with dbt include SQL and Python.
Depth Level Distribution
Proficiency Distribution
How candidates match dbt requirements across 11 scored evaluations
Average depth: L0.8·Median depth: L1.0
Salary Correlation
Pay Impact
How dbt affects compensation based on postings with disclosed salary data
Without dbt
$141K
Median $133K
1226 jobs
Skill Demand Insight
“dbt appears in 0.2% of all scored jobs.”
From 11 scored job postings
Skill Pairings
Commonly Paired Skills
Other skills that frequently appear alongside dbt
Role Breakdown
Top Role Categories
Job categories most likely to require dbt
Gap Analysis
Gap Rate Explained
How often dbt is identified as a skill gap (L0–L1) in scored applications
High gap rate — most candidates are underqualified
When dbt appears in a job's requirements, 100% of scored applicants received an L0 or L1 (missing or minimal).
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