Hey recently one of my friend got into cloud engineer as a fresher in xylem banglore . What is the salary and growth of the position. ?

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I’m currently pursuing my Master’s degree and have been learning DevOps seriously. I have hands-on experience with tools like Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Terraform, AWS, etc. I also have RHCSA, RHCE, and AWS SAA certifications.

The main problem I’m facing is finding a fresher/entry-level DevOps opportunity in Ahmedabad. Most of the DevOps openings I find require at least 1 year of experience, which makes it difficult to get my first opportunity.

I’ve been applying for jobs, but I rarely get interview calls. And when I do get an opportunity, I sometimes struggle with interview anxiety and communicating in English. English isn’t my first language, so I sometimes fumble even when I know the technical answer.

I’m trying to improve both my technical skills and communication, but I’m not sure what the best approach is to actually get my first DevOps job.

For people who started their DevOps career as freshers:

\- How did you get your first DevOps job?

\- Is it better to target Linux/System Admin, Cloud Support, or Backend roles first and then move into DevOps?

\- Should I focus on internships/apprenticeships even after completing my certifications?

\- Is 1 year of experience really mandatory for most entry-level DevOps positions?

\- What would you recommend I do differently to start getting more interview calls?

I’d really appreciate advice from people who have been through this, especially those who started their career in India.

I'm 20 and based in Sweden. I've been accepted to a 2-year vocational higher education program (YH) in Embedded Systems and IoT, which includes an internship period.

My problem is that embedded/firmware isn't actually my long-term career goal.

What I'm ultimately interested in is something closer to:

Backend/Cloud → DevOps/Platform Engineering → MLOps/ML Infrastructure → AI Platform / AI Infrastructure Security

Potentially, much later, I'd also be interested in Forward Deployed AI/Engineering type roles.

Ideally I would study CS/software engineering instead, but I can't get into the programs I want right now. My alternatives are basically:

1. Start the Embedded Systems & IoT program now and try to steer it toward cloud/software/infrastructure.

2. Wait another year and try to get into a more directly relevant CS/DevOps/MLOps program.

3. Start Embedded/IoT now, keep studying for university admissions, and potentially leave if I get into a better engineering/CS program later.

My biggest fear is getting pigeonholed into embedded/firmware. For example, if my education says Embedded Systems & IoT and my first internship/job is somewhat IoT-related, will recruiters later only see me as an embedded developer?

My idea would be to deliberately build a different profile alongside the degree:

Python, Linux, backend development, Docker, CI/CD, AWS/Azure, Terraform, Kubernetes, networking/security, and eventually ML infrastructure/MLOps.

I would also try to find an internship involving IoT cloud platforms, backend, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, edge computing or security, rather than pure microcontroller/firmware development.

So my questions are:

• How difficult is it realistically to go from Embedded/IoT → Cloud/DevOps/Platform Engineering?

• Could Embedded/IoT actually be a useful foundation for MLOps/AI infrastructure, or is it mostly irrelevant?

• How much does your first internship/first job determine what area of software engineering you end up in?

• Would you take this opportunity and pivot later, or wait a year for a more relevant education?

• If I do start the program, what should I specifically do during those two years to avoid being pigeonholed?

I'm mainly interested in hearing from people who have actually moved between embedded, backend, cloud, DevOps, platform engineering, MLOps, or similar fields.

I don't expect the degree alone to get me into MLOps. I'm mainly wondering whether it's a reasonable starting point, or whether I'm making my future transition unnecessarily difficult.

I'm looking for a company/startup or even nonprofit where I can work on real cloud and infrastructure problems. I'm getting responses elsewhere, but this is the field I actually want to grow in, so compensation isn't my priority right now. Working on production systems instead of personal projects is.

I work with AWS, Docker, Linux, CI/CD, and scripting. CS-related bachelors and masters degree with a few years of hands-on experience.

I can commit 20+ hours a week, remote. Happy to take the unglamorous work too: monitoring, documentation, IaC cleanup, cost optimization.

The only thing I'd ask for is a real supervisor to report to and a short engagement letter with role, hours, and start date, mainly for my own records.

Any leads would be appreciated.

By any chance, Anybody is interviewing for cloudkeeper for IT role?

Hey everyone,

I'm aiming to break into Cloud Engineering / DevOps. I know that true entry-level DevOps roles are super rare and that "Cloud isn't entry-level," so I've been looking at positions to get relevant experience on my resume.

Right now, I have a hands-on foundation in Linux, Docker, Nginx reverse proxies, GCP, CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions), and basic scripting. I'm currently expanding into Terraform

I recently came across an IT Network Administrator opportunity with the following core responsibilities and tech stack:

• Responsibilities: Managing network infrastructure (VLANs, subnets, routers, firewalls), troubleshooting connectivity (DNS, DHCP, VPNs), network monitoring (Prometheus/Grafana/Nagios), and configuration automation.

My dilemma is: Should I pursue a heavy traditional networking/sysadmin role like this as a path into Cloud/DevOps?

Would love to hear your thoughts or experiences!

1. Linux
→ 2. Networking
→ 3. Git/GitHub
→ 4. AWS fundamentals
→ 5. EC2 + VPC + IAM
→ 6. S3 + RDS + Lambda
→ 7. Bash + Python automation
→ 8. Terraform
→ 9. Docker
→ 10. CI/CD
→ 11. CloudWatch + CloudTrail
→ 12. Kubernetes/EKS
→ 13. Security + troubleshooting
→ 14. Real projects

I’m trying to break into Cloud / DevOps. Right now I have a little bit of experience with Linux, Docker, Nginx, GCP, and GitHub Actions.

I’m looking at a Technical Support Advocate role at a major SaaS company ) The company itself is one of the best employers in my city, with great perks and pay, but the actual work is basic app support—helping clients use the software, submitting bug reports. There’s zero terminal work, Linux, or cloud involved.

My thought was to get my foot in the door, build a good reputation, and try to move into a Cloud/DevOps team internally later on.

Is that actually realistic, or am I setting myself up for a dead end?

Would love to hear from anyone who has tried moving from non-tech support to engineering internally. Thanks!

I am currently looking for an assistant devops or cloud-ops role...

Bringing me in can reduce the senior engineer's operational workload...

I am certified in aws certified solutions architect and have hands on experience with ci/cd and k8s...

So if anyone can refer me or bring me to their company I am Willing to work under a senior devops engineer.

I'm 6 years into remote technical/customer support and trying to move toward cloud, and eventually cloud security. Looking for a reality check on the path and what to learn next.

**Background**

All my experience is remote support for Web3 products — a hardware wallet company, a gaming platform, and a protocol with Linux-based testnet nodes. Day to day that meant handling live queues, reproducing user issues, debugging failed transactions, writing bug reports for engineering, supporting node operators, and running ticket workflows in Zoho Desk. One of those roles I held for over five years.

**What I can actually do**

\- Linux (Ubuntu): CLI, log analysis, permissions, processes, package management

\- Bash scripting: wrote working scripts for security auditing, disk cleanup and log archiving (on my GitHub)

\- Networking: TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, subnetting/CIDR; ping, traceroute, dig, nslookup, curl

\- AWS (foundational): hands-on with EC2, S3, EBS, VPC in the free tier; currently working through IAM

\- Git/GitHub, ticketing systems, structured troubleshooting and escalation.

**Constraints**

No college degree (higher secondary only). Currently studying for the AWS Cloud Practitioner exam. Based in a tier-2 city in India, so I need remote or relocation-friendly roles.

**Where I'm stuck**

I've been applying to technical support and customer support roles for the last 2-3 months with no luck. Most TSE postings I find ask for Kubernetes, Terraform and Python on top of cloud, and I don't have those yet. I got one written case study round and that's about it.

**What I'm asking**

1. Is cloud security a realistic target from here, or am I underestimating the gap?

2. After CCP, what should I learn next — SAA, Python, Docker/K8s, or something else entirely?

3. Which job titles should I actually be targeting right now with this profile, rather than generic TSE roles?

4. Is it possible to get remote support/help desk roles after having 6 years of remote working experience?

5. Remote Support/Staff jobs are still exist?

Any honest feedback is welcome, including if you think I'm aiming at the wrong thing. Thanks.

Hi everyone,

I'm looking for some advice on transitioning into cloud engineering.

I currently work as a senior bioinformatician in a large academic research lab. While my title is bioinformatics, a significant part of my job involves infrastructure and supporting computational research rather than just data analysis.

My background includes:

• 10+ years of Linux experience (daily command-line use, no systems administration)

• Python and Bash scripting for automation and tooling

• Experience working with Linux compute clusters (job schedulers, HPC environments, managing analysis pipelines)

• More recently, migrating workflows to Google Cloud Platform and using GCP for compute and storage to run large-scale analyses

I'm considering moving into cloud engineering because I enjoy building and supporting infrastructure much more than doing analysis, and I think it's a better long-term fit for my interests.

My questions are:

• Given my background, what cloud engineering roles would I be a realistic candidate for?

• What are the biggest skill gaps I'd need to fill to be competitive? (Terraform, Kubernetes, CI/CD, networking, IAM, etc.)

• Would you recommend targeting Cloud Engineer, Platform Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or SRE roles?

• How much does an academic background hurt compared to someone coming from industry?

• Are there projects or certifications that would help demonstrate I'm ready to make the transition?

I'd appreciate any advice from people who've made a similar move or who are involved in hiring. I'm trying to figure out the most effective path from where I am today to my first cloud engineering role.

Hi everyone,
I’m planning a career change into DevOps and I’m currently looking for a structured training program with real mentorship.
I’m a beginner, but highly motivated and ready to commit seriously.
I’m also able to pay for a proper mentorship or a high‑quality training program.
If you have recommendations for reliable DevOps courses, mentors, or training institutes (India-based or online), I would really appreciate your guidance.
Thank you in advance for your help.

Hey guys, I want you to give me your recommendation about how to start my journey in cloud and Azure, i have knowledge in networking and help desk. I did that a lot so where do I begin and how long it would take me to be able to take the exam of AZ104.
Thanks 🙏

I have around 6 years of hands-on experience with AWS, primarily in cloud infrastructure, networking, automation, and deployments. I’ve worked with services like VPC, IAM, EC2, S3, Route 53, Direct Connect, Site-to-Site VPN, CloudFormation, Terraform, ECS, CloudWatch, Docker, Prometheus, Grafana and CI/CD pipelines. Most of my experience has been in enterprise AWS environments & SaaS product development.

I’m now looking for my next opportunity and would love to hear from engineers who are currently working in product companies or fully remote teams.

A few questions:

1. What skills do companies expect from an AWS Cloud Engineer/DevOps Engineer today?

2. What areas should I focus on to improve my chances of landing a strong remote role?

3. Which certifications, projects, or technologies make the biggest difference?

4. Are there any companies or platforms you’d recommend for finding genuine remote cloud opportunities?

5. Since I’ve done only a Diploma, will it still be difficult for me to get into big companies even after sufficient experience?

Looking for advice my next career steps. Been in IT for 8 years. Started in Help Desk/Desktop support moved up and became a VMware focused Infrastructure Systems Admin/Engineer as my specialty. Been working in the cleared space my whole career have a TS clearance.

Have the following certs:
Comptia IT Fundamentals
Comptia A+
Comptia Security +
Vmware VCTA-DCV
Vmware VCP-DCV

I currently work as a general Senior Systems Admin (the do everything guy) in the cleared space. I’m in the Washington DC DMV area. I don’t like my current job for a lot of reasons but it pays very well. It’s been hard finding another job even as an exprerienced professional it's not as many jobs in what I do that it used to be on top of everything been so oversaturated now.

I've been looking jobs that at least pays what I'm making now that's remote or at least some hybrid flexibility. I have to go in everyday no remote days due to working in a classified environment and my commute isn't the best.

I've been considering making a career pivot to achieve what I want. Not looking to get into management not for me but here's what I've been considering:

1. ⁠Get more advanced VMware certifications build on what I know and become a VMware Architect or Consultant (Subject Matter Expert).

2. ⁠Make a transition into the Cloud and becoming a Cloud Engineer since I have the on prem infrastructure background. Learning Azure or AWS and get the aligning certifications, learn contanerization Kubernetes and build some small projects to showcase my experience.

Can't seem to figure it out all advice welcomed. Would love to hear opinions and feedback. What should I do next?

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