I'm a systems administrator with over ten years of experience. Recently, I've been working with GitOps using Ansible and Terraform, and I've also been managing some on-prem Kubernetes clusters. I have basic Azure knowledge but wouldn't call myself an expert. I've done a bit of CI/CD pipeline work too. I'm looking to transition into a DevOps role but I'm unsure what additional skills or qualifications I might need before applying.
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You might consider getting a certification or two, but honestly, why not start applying now? Your programming skills are a plus, but keep in mind that every DevOps role varies. In my experience, many DevOps positions tend to be filled by sysadmins who have transitioned into the role with a higher salary.
That's true! I recently started a job that wasn't what I expected, and I'm hesitant to apply elsewhere because I worry I'll need software engineering-level experience.