Experience — Demand & Depth Analysis

What the data shows for Experience:

• •Required in 0.9% 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 Marketing roles — 38% of all Experience jobs
• •Median salary for roles requiring Experience: $153K vs $130K for roles that don't — a $3K difference

What L5 means in practice:

L5 (Expert) means the employer expects someone who can architect systems around Experience, mentor teams, and make strategic decisions. This goes well beyond "I’ve used it before."

This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used Experience 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 0% means most candidates have adequate Experience proficiency. To stand out, aim for L4-L5 depth with concrete evidence.

Which roles need Experience most:

Marketing positions drive 38% of demand. Software Engineering also frequently list Experience as a requirement.