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It emphasizes collaboration between development teams and operations professionals, focusing on automation and continuous delivery.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe role of a DevOps engineer involves:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EBuilding and maintaining CI/CD pipelines\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EManaging the cloud environment\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EImplementing automation for repetitive tasks\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EMonitoring system performance\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ECollaborating with technical teams\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EImportance of DevOps in software development\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe DevOps methodology has fundamentally changed how organizations approach the software development life cycle. It automates much of the integration and deployment process, which allows developers to push updates and new features faster than ever. And with quicker release cycles, teams can promptly respond to market needs or user feedback.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EIt also makes it easy for teams to scale their infrastructure and codebases up or down, thanks to tools like containerization and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). When usage spikes or new features are needed, the system adapts without missing a beat.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAnother reason why DevOps is important in software development is that, by bringing together development and operations teams, it knocks down silos and fosters a more collaborative work environment where different teams can combine their strengths instead of working separately.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAdditionally, integrating automated testing directly into the development pipeline means that code quality is constantly checked. The result is better-performing software that provides a smoother, more reliable user experience.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ELastly, since DevOps teams take care of repetitive tasks through automation, they help cut down on wasted time and reduce human error. This saves resources and lowers costs, making teams more productive and budgets less restrictive.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAlso Read: \u003C/b\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://www.shell.us/about-us/careers/information-technology/software-engineering.html\"\u003ESoftware Engineering\u003C/a\u003E\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ESkills and qualifications\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ETechnical skills required for a DevOps engineer\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA successful DevOps engineer needs a strong technical foundation, as this role brings together different facets of infrastructure, automation, and software deployment.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere’s a brief overview of the technical skills needed to excel in this role:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EInfrastructure and systems\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELinux administration and networking: \u003C/b\u003ELinux’s open-source nature and wide-ranging development tools make it a popular choice among developers and programmers. Not to mention that Linux is dominant in the server and data center world. Administration aside, make sure to understand networking concepts like DNS, VPNs, and load balancing.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECloud platforms: \u003C/b\u003ECloud computing is at the core of most DevOps workflows since it’s key to efficiently managing and scaling infrastructures as needed. As such, familiarity with major cloud services like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform is imperative.\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EContainer technologies: \u003C/b\u003EExperience with tools like Docker for containerization and Kubernetes for orchestration allows DevOps engineers to deploy applications at scale and reduce dependencies, ensuring that software runs reliably regardless of the underlying environment—like development, testing, and production.\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EInfrastructure as Code (IaC): \u003C/b\u003ETerraform by HashiCorp and other IaC tools help control virtualized resources by testing configuration files like source code files. This makes it easier to manage infrastructure in a codified, repeatable way, which in turn reduces human error.\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EProgramming and automation\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EScripting languages: \u003C/b\u003EPython, Ruby, or Perl are often used to create automation scripts for simplifying complex processes. Knowledge of at least one of these scripting languages is crucial for managing your workflows as a DevOps engineer.\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EVersion control with Git: \u003C/b\u003EAs a DevOps engineer, you should be familiar with Git commands and workflows, as it’s often used for tracking code changes and collaborating with other team members for smooth project versioning and source code management.\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EShell scripting: \u003C/b\u003EShell scripting provides direct access to the system command line, making it ideal for quick automations and optimizations. Bash is commonly used on Linux, while PowerShell is the go-to for Windows-based environments (available for Linux and macOS as well).\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECI/CD pipeline implementation: \u003C/b\u003EDevOps engineers build and manage Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) pipelines to automate testing and deployment. Experience with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or CircleCI helps streamline code delivery and reduce manual intervention.\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch4\u003EMonitoring and security\u003C/h4\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EPerformance monitoring: \u003C/b\u003EUnderstanding application and server performance metrics is key to ensuring reliable system behavior. Tools like Prometheus, New Relic, and Grafana come in handy here.\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELog management and analysis: \u003C/b\u003EProficiency in tools like Splunk, ELK Stack, or Datadog for log management helps DevOps engineers detect anomalies and gain insights from application logs.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ESecurity best practices: \u003C/b\u003EKnowledge of best practices, from secure coding and access control to vulnerability scanning, helps safeguard the infrastructure and applications that DevOps is responsible for.\u003Cb\u003E\u003C/b\u003E\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003ENon-technical skills and qualifications\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA degree in Computer Science or Information Technology can be a huge push for anyone looking to work as a DevOps. But the great thing about this role is that it’s about what you can do, not what qualifications you have. As a matter of fact, some of the best DevOps engineers in the field are self-taught, with little in the way of formal higher education.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAs long as you have the above-listed technical DevOps skills, along with core non-technical skills such as problem-solving, clear communication, project management, and a continuous learning mindset, it should be relatively easy for you to land a job as a DevOps engineer.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003ELearning resources\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EOnline courses and tutorials for DevOps\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EGetting started with DevOps requires a structured learning approach. 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It reduces configuration drift and eliminates the classic “It works on my machine” nodus by encapsulating all dependencies and configurations within the container.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EMeanwhile, Kubernetes orchestrates containerized applications, handling scaling, load balancing, and failover. Moreover, it offers self-healing capabilities through which it automatically restarts containers that fail and stamps out containers that don’t respond to user-defined health checks.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EThe future of DevOps\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EEmerging trends and technologies\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EThe world of DevOps is experiencing significant growth, with the market expected to expand to $25.5 billion in 2028 compared to $10.4 billion in 2023.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003ESeveral key trends that are shaping the future of DevOps culture include:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EMicroservice architecture: \u003C/b\u003EOrganizations are breaking down applications into smaller, independently deployable components to improve agility and scalability.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ECloud-native technology:\u003C/b\u003E This approach leverages microservices, containers, and immutable infrastructure to enable faster iteration and reduced dependencies.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EAI/ML integration: \u003C/b\u003EArtificial intelligence and machine learning are being used to automate repetitive tasks and optimize resource allocation.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003ELow-code applications: \u003C/b\u003EThis trend is helping organizations automate business processes and increase the speed of the software delivery process while reducing IT costs through drag-and-drop tools.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EGitOps adoption:\u003C/b\u003E A new approach to managing infrastructure and code in DevOps pipelines, offering improved agility, security, and stability.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cb\u003EDevSecOps (Agile security): \u003C/b\u003EShort for development, security, and operations, this is an extension of the DevOps practice that focuses on security being an intrinsic part of the development process.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EShell’s approach to innovation in DevOps\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EAt Shell, we’ve developed a unique DevOps model through our “Edge” framework.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n"}},{"organism":"Quote.Small","color":"inherited","id":"/content/shell/countries/united-states/en_us/about-us/careers/candidate-resource-center/a-comprehensive-guide-to-becoming-a-devops-engineer/jcr_content/root/main/section/quote","model":{"title":"Gregory Dubus, Business IRM Manager at Shell","text":"\u003Cp\u003E“At Shell, we are not using the term Agile, we are using the term ‘Edge.’ Edge is a wrap-up around Scrum and DevOps.”\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\r\n"}},{"organism":"PromoSimple.Text","color":"brand2","id":"/content/shell/countries/united-states/en_us/about-us/careers/candidate-resource-center/a-comprehensive-guide-to-becoming-a-devops-engineer/jcr_content/root/main/section/text_1863356450","model":{"text":"\u003Cp\u003EWe use “Edge” as an umbrella term for embedding Agile and Lean principles across the organization, implementing it based on specific criteria:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EProjects where speed to market is crucial\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EPrototypes and proofs of concept\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ENon-business-critical applications\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EProjects requiring 6-8 team members or fewer\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ESituations with unclear business requirements\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWe still maintain a bi-model methodology where we choose between Agile and Waterfall:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003EAgile, which allows for changes to be made after the initial planning, for projects requiring uncertainty management and quick decisions.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003C/ul\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWaterfall, which stresses meticulous record keeping for projects that prioritize safety, accuracy, and control.\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Ch2\u003EHow to apply for a DevOps position at Shell\u003C/h2\u003E\r\n\u003Ch3\u003EApplication process overview\u003C/h3\u003E\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere’s a step-by-step overview of our application process:\u003C/p\u003E\r\n\u003Col\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003E\u003Ca href=\"https://shell.wd3.myworkdayjobs.com/shellcareers?source=APPLICANT_SOURCE_United_States_of_America_Local_Page&locationCountry=bc33aa3152ec42d4995f4791a106ed09\"\u003EExplore current vacancies\u003C/a\u003E and click “Send your application online” for suitable roles.\u003C/li\u003E\r\n\u003Cli\u003ENo suitable vacancies at the moment? 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