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What do tech giants like Amazon, Netflix, and Etsy have in common? They all use DevOps to ensure high-quality products and optimal...

What do tech giants like Amazon, Netflix, and Etsy have in common? They all use DevOps to ensure high-quality products and optimal stability. Now, more and more companies are making the push towards DevOps.

DevOps is a tech philosophy and culture that aims to improve collaboration between the software development and IT operations teams. Before DevOps, development and operations often worked in very siloed environments. This greatly affected the process between each department — lengthy backlogs and slower time to market and most importantly, little to help build a trusting and collaborative relationship between development and operations.

Thankfully, with the birth of DevOps, teaching teams of all sizes are seeing substantial increases in productivity and are finding themselves able to push out higher quality products faster than ever before.

Tech companies are launching and growing at a rapid pace. These emerging organizations all understand the importance of fostering a DevOps...

Tech companies are launching and growing at a rapid pace. These emerging organizations all understand the importance of fostering a DevOps culture and having the right talent to accelerate growth. DevOps roles, including Site Reliability Engineers (SREs), are in high demand for emerging tech companies.

Careers have parallels to supply and demand models. In roles with high demand and low supply, candidates tend to be passive and aren’t...

Careers have parallels to supply and demand models. In roles with high demand and low supply, candidates tend to be passive and aren’t seeking out new opportunities. That scenario fits well for the role of Site Reliability Engineer (SRE).

Organizations are shifting to a DevOps culture for software development, and the transition is accelerating due to the impact of COVID-19.

Organizations are shifting to a DevOps culture for software development, and the transition is accelerating due to the impact of COVID-19. 

For DevOps and Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) professionals, an interview is an opportunity. Even if you’re a passive candidate, there was...

For DevOps and Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) professionals, an interview is an opportunity. Even if you’re a passive candidate, there was something about the position and company that piqued your interest. Now it’s your chance to figure out if the role is a great fit for you and the company.

Technical leadership bridges the gap between engineering and business. A tech lead guides the team’s efforts towards a shared goal. But far...

Technical leadership bridges the gap between engineering and business. A tech lead guides the team’s efforts towards a shared goal. But far from merely managing people, DevOps/SRE tech leads are capable of both solving challenging engineering problems and seeing the big picture, understanding how decisions impact the success of the team and, ultimately, the business. Technical leaders are able to communicate technical concepts to key stakeholders, from engineers to senior management.

The DevOps/SRE space is consistently a highly competitive marketplace. The unprecedented shift in the way we work, communicate and consume...

The DevOps/SRE space is consistently a highly competitive marketplace. The unprecedented shift in the way we work, communicate and consume emphasized the discipline’s critical impact on business success. Rather than slowing down, the demand for DevOps and SRE professionals spiked during the pandemic, further establishing the market’s candidate-driven status. Moreover, as the pandemic increased the need for security and reliability, DevOps and Site Reliability engineers were at the forefront of the massive digital transformation. Amid the global crisis, DevOps remained one of the fastest-growing roles across industries.  

The health pandemic caused a massive shift to remote work across sectors and industries that took by storm businesses and people on a...

The health pandemic caused a massive shift to remote work across sectors and industries that took by storm businesses and people on a global scale and dramatically reshaped the way people work. While many sectors were heavily affected, the tech industry adapted faster and better to the new COVID-19-stricken environment and even flourished in some cases. Such is the case of the DevOps/SRE sector, where the demand for SREs and DevOps engineers skyrocketed during the health crisis, and average salaries remained unaffected or even increased.

DevOps helps organizations deliver solutions to their end-users more safely and faster than ever with high-performance outcomes. These...

DevOps helps organizations deliver solutions to their end-users more safely and faster than ever with high-performance outcomes. These include better cross-functional collaboration, on-demand deployment, shorter mean time to resolution (MTTR), and faster lead time to change (LTTC). Over the past ten years, a growing number of enterprises practicing DevOps have shown massive success. Moreover, the accelerated digital transformation that took place during the pandemic illustrates the tangible benefits of breaking silos in order to get the most out of engineering expertise.

From buzzword to essential practice, DevOps grew significantly in popularity in a short time. As the discipline gradually established its...

From buzzword to essential practice, DevOps grew significantly in popularity in a short time. As the discipline gradually established its crucial value to business growth, the demand for DevOps and SRE professionals escalated. Today, from startups to high-profile companies, every business needs to implement DevOps practices, making DevOps/SRE professionals the most sought-after talent in the tech arena. 

For any candidate that receives an offer, a company-employee contract can be confusing and overwhelming. Complex legal language can...

For any candidate that receives an offer, a company-employee contract can be confusing and overwhelming. Complex legal language can complicate the document, so we wanted to provide a simplified breakdown of what it usually contains. Then, we’ll dive into some of the best negotiation tips we provide our candidates to ensure you’re getting the most beneficial deal and feel comfortable committing to your new opportunity.

Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) are a highly sought-after group, but most in the field are passive candidates. Furthermore, that doesn’t...

Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) are a highly sought-after group, but most in the field are passive candidates. Furthermore, that doesn’t mean that the hiring process isn’t difficult. Companies hiring SREs have high expectations and want the best of the best. For any candidate with SRE experience or those seeking to become one, you’ll appreciate this honest, candid look from the perspective of an SRE/DevOps veteran recruiter.

When negotiating salaries and other benefits while considering an opportunity, many DevOps and site reliability engineer (SRE) candidates...

When negotiating salaries and other benefits while considering an opportunity, many DevOps and site reliability engineer (SRE) candidates look for equity packages. Equity is a different type of offer than salary alone. For SREs who are joining startups or established companies, an equity deal can make the position more attractive, even at a lower base salary. But what makes an equity deal good or bad?

The last two to three years have been full of disruption and uncertainty. As the pandemic continues to be a constant, the business needs of...

The last two to three years have been full of disruption and uncertainty. As the pandemic continues to be a constant, the business needs of organizations are rapidly changing. Any organization that develops digital assets is pivoting to ensure it can satisfy user requirements. DevOps/SRE teams are instrumental in this transformation. Whether you already have a team in place or are building one, it’s time to put a new lens on how DevOps can help you achieve your company’s objectives.