I've been hearing mixed reports about the job market, especially for DevOps roles in North America. Some people say it's really tough right now, and I'm curious about real experiences. How many calls and interviews are you getting relative to the number of job applications you send out? If you recently landed a job, how long did the process take and what's your background? I have experience in Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) and I'm considering a switch. I'm close to getting an offer that isn't quite what I wanted, and I'm worried about passing on it in case it becomes harder to find something better. I haven't applied to any other positions yet apart from this one.
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I can't speak for North America, but I think one of the big challenges now is resumes getting lost in AI screenings. Nowadays, everyone polishes their CV for specific jobs. Just a couple of years ago, I would get a lot of interview calls, but now, it feels like the market’s not as forgiving.
Absolutely! It feels like the traditional "send your resume and wait" method is nearly dead. Networking is becoming more crucial than ever.
In the U.S., I've got 15 years of experience overall, with 4 years in DevOps. I haven't received any calls or emails after sending out about 50 applications. It's tough out there!
My experience has been similar—getting an offer took some time, but I also wasn't actively looking. I had more than 15 years in tech, and it took me months to find a good role, but in the end, I landed a decent offer without even looking too hard. I wouldn't stress too much if this offer isn't ideal; explore your options, but remember that it’s more about the connections you build than just applying to jobs online.
Yeah, it’s definitely about leveraging relationships nowadays. In-person events and tech meetups can make a difference in getting noticed.
Exactly! And remember, taking a lesser role can sometimes be just a stepping stone, rather than a setback.
The job situation isn't great, but it’s not completely hopeless. Tailoring your resume for each application is crucial in this climate. A lot of applicants are still stuck in a pattern of submitting generic resumes, which just won't cut it now.
I've hit some roadblocks myself. I got laid off 5 weeks ago, had one interview that felt more like a formality than a real evaluation – not a single technical question. I’ve been doing DevOps since 2011, so I’m surprised at the silence following my applications.
That’s frustrating! I’ve faced similar issues. Even when you get an interview, the role you apply for often doesn’t match what they’re looking for. It seems there's a disconnect between the job listings and the expectations during interviews.
Things will eventually get better for everyone, just hang in there!
You're spot on about AI shaping the landscape. It’s like an arms race now—everyone's using it for applications, and companies are also using it to sift through tons of submissions. The personalized touch is lost. I’ve had better luck with jobs that require manual applications without too much AI intervention.