LinkedIn,the professional networking and career development platform, has released its sixth annual Top Companies list for Singapore, identifying 15 organizations that offer strong opportunities for career development in 2026.

In a release on Tuesday, LinkedIn said the biggest results this year are DBS Bank, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, Roche, JPMorgan Chase, HP, Standard Chartered, MSD, Genting Berhad, Alphabet, Barclays, Apple, Micron Technology, Rockwell Automation, and Citi.

The top companies ranking is based on LinkedIn data and evaluates organizations on factors such as employees’ ability to develop skills and advance within the company. Financial institutions make up six of the 15 companies on the list, reflecting Singapore’s position as a global financial hub, alongside continued hiring in technology, healthcare, and industrial sectors.

The list is published amid increased job-seeking activity in Singapore. According to LinkedIn, 58 percent of Singaporeans are looking for a job in 2026, while 82 percent say the process has become more difficult. This trend comes against a backdrop of slower global hiring and the increasing influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace.

LinkedIn’s data indicates continued demand for core business, data, and technology skills. Among the most sought-after capabilities are project management, SQL, Python, business analysis, and data analysis. Skills in cloud computing, risk management, and digital marketing are also in demand.

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