Hey everyone! I've got a question about whether I should take a pay cut for a new job that seems more interesting. I've been working as a DevOps engineer for several years, but I haven't had the chance to work with Kubernetes. Right now, I'm in a big company using Cloudfoundry, and honestly, it doesn't look like we'll be moving to Kubernetes anytime soon. There might be teams that are using Kubernetes internally, but there's no guarantee I could get a spot there.
I've received an offer from a smaller company that uses Kubernetes, but it comes with a 10% pay cut and fewer social benefits. Do you think I should accept this new position to gain that experience, or should I stay where I am and keep looking for better opportunities while preparing for the CKA certification? Thanks for your thoughts!
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From my perspective, having production Kubernetes experience is super valuable for your resume. If the 10% pay cut is manageable for you, I’d say go for it! Especially if you're early in your career and have room to grow, that experience can open up a lot of doors for you later on. After gaining some Kubernetes skills, you can always look for higher-paying positions down the line.
I have 8+ years of experience, but I've just never worked with Kubernetes. I'm worried that if I stay where I am, it'll be harder to find a job elsewhere if I get raises and lack that vital Kubernetes experience.