Multi-Cloud Market Briefing: Week of 2025-10-21

Executive Summary

This week, the multi-cloud job market reflects a notable shift in demand and compensation across platforms. AWS has reclaimed the top position in median salary at $152,840, while GCP has seen a decline in job postings by 14%, dropping to second place in median salary at $152,000. Security roles continue to command high salaries, averaging $145,466 across 57 listings.

Multi-Cloud Snapshot

The visualization of job counts and average salaries for major cloud platforms reveals significant insights. AWS leads with 422 job postings and an average salary of $158,235. Azure follows closely with 376 postings and an average salary of $150,716. GCP, despite its decline in postings, still maintains a strong presence with 195 job listings and an average salary of $160,487.

The data indicates a competitive landscape where AWS and Azure are vying for talent, while GCP's decrease in job postings suggests potential market challenges. The overall job count across these platforms highlights a robust demand for cloud professionals, with AWS and Azure collectively accounting for a significant share of the market.

job count and average salary for major cloud platforms

Top Certifications Analysis

The top-certifications visualization illustrates the value of specific certifications in the job market. The CISSP certification leads with 34 job postings and an average salary of $132,660, while the AZ-500 certification has 17 postings with an average salary of $145,731. Notably, the SCS-C01 certification for AWS Security Specialty has 14 job postings and commands an impressive average salary of $160,611.

Certifications such as the SAA-C03 (AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate) and the SAP-C02 (AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional) also show strong demand, with average salaries of $171,609 and $156,194, respectively. This data indicates that security and architecture certifications provide the highest value in terms of salary premiums and job demand.

top certifications by job count with salary overlay

Technology Demand Analysis

The analysis of in-demand technologies reveals critical trends in the cloud job market. AWS remains the most sought-after technology with 422 job postings and an average salary of $158,235. Azure follows with 376 postings and an average salary of $150,716. GCP, while having fewer job postings at 195, offers a competitive average salary of $160,487.

Emerging technologies such as Kubernetes and Terraform are also gaining traction, with Kubernetes having 242 job postings and an average salary of $156,898. The data suggests a growing demand for professionals skilled in these technologies, indicating potential skill gaps in the market.

Overall, the multi-cloud landscape is dynamic, with AWS and Azure leading in job counts and salaries, while GCP's position reflects both challenges and opportunities for cloud professionals. The insights from this week highlight the importance of certifications and emerging technologies in shaping career trajectories in the cloud domain.

top technologies by job count with salary overlay