Skill Demand Index
UAT — Demand & Depth Analysis
Based on 2 scored job postings out of 4,995 total. Depth levels reflect actual proficiency tiers, not just keyword presence.
0%
Demand Rate
L3
Median Depth
0%
Gap Rate
2
Jobs Analyzed
Proficient
Most employers want UAT at hands-on daily use, not textbook knowledge.
Overview
What is UAT?
Market context for UAT in the current job market
UAT is required in 0% of scored job postings on ShouldApply, making it a growing skill in the current job market. Employers looking for UAT typically want candidates who can demonstrate real proficiency, not just surface awareness.
What the data shows for UAT:
- •Required in 0% of all scored postings — demand is growing as more employers add it to requirements
- •Employers typically expect L3 depth — hands-on proficiency, not surface awareness
- •Most demand comes from Data Analysis roles — 100% of all UAT jobs
What L3 means in practice:
L3 (Proficient) means daily professional use. You should be able to work independently with UAT without needing supervision or constant guidance.
This means employers aren't looking for someone who has used UAT 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 UAT proficiency. To stand out, aim for L4-L5 depth with concrete evidence.
Which roles need UAT most:
Data Analysis positions drive 100% of demand. Skills commonly paired with UAT include Content Operations and Workflow Definition.
Depth Level Distribution
Proficiency Distribution
How candidates match UAT requirements across 2 scored evaluations
Average depth: L3.0·Median depth: L3.0
Salary Correlation
Pay Impact
How UAT affects compensation based on postings with disclosed salary data
Without UAT
$141K
Median $133K
1235 jobs
Skill Demand Insight
“UAT appears in 0% of all scored jobs.”
From 2 scored job postings
Skill Pairings
Commonly Paired Skills
Other skills that frequently appear alongside UAT
Gap Analysis
Gap Rate Explained
How often UAT is identified as a skill gap (L0–L1) in scored applications
Very low gap rate — candidates generally have this skill
When UAT appears in a job's requirements, 0% of scored applicants received an L0 or L1 (missing or minimal).
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