Introduction
It seems more professionals in India than ever are asking one question, “Is it possible to switch your career to DevOps?”
The demand for DevOps engineers has generated a surge in activity as automation, cloud computing, and AI disrupt the landscape of IT.
Naresh i Technologies has over 22 + years of helping train software trainers gets professionals and students into high-growth roles through DevOps training with placement assistance and DevOps with AWS training programs. You will not only learn the theory we will provide you with your experience. We provide mentoring, and project-based learning to you experience, not to get you theory, but before you go, in your experience.
Now let’s discuss – Who can switch, Why now, What do I need to learn, When should I make a start, Where is DevOps growing, and How to make a successful transition.
Who Can Switch Their Career to DevOps?
DevOps is not limited to coders. It’s a mindset of collaboration between development, testing, and operations. If you have experience in any IT or semi-technical role, you can switch to DevOps by learning the right tools and workflows.
- Software Developers – automate deployment and CI/CD pipelines.
- System Administrators / Network Engineers – evolve into cloud and infrastructure management roles.
- QA / Test Engineers – move toward continuous testing and automation.
- Technical Support Professionals – learn monitoring, observability, and SRE principles.
- Freshers & Career Switchers – start with foundational tools like Linux, Git, Docker, and AWS.
At NareshIT, our DevOps courses help each learner identify their current skill gaps and build the right roadmap toward DevOps jobs for professionals in India.
Why Make the Switch to DevOps Now?
There is no better time than now to make a switch to DevOps. According to NASSCOM 2025 data, India is projected to have more than 1.2 million openings related to DevOps within the IT services, product firms, fintech, and startups.
Here are reasons to switch now:
- High Demand & Low Supply: DevOps skills are still among the top five highest in-demand skills in IT.
- Great Salary Ranges: Average DevOps salary in India is ₹7 LPA – ₹25 LPA based on experience level and tools learned.
- Future Resilience: The foundations of modern applications are with Cloud, containers, and CI/CD.
- Global Opportunity: Working for clients or remotely with AWS, Azure, and GCP.
If you decide to switch, it will put you front and center in the future decade of cloud transformation and platform engineering.
Which essential skills you should attempt to grow while working in the DevOps space?
After starting your new DevOps job, you will need to round out a set of technical skills and soft skills that enable cross-population working.
Key Technical Skills:
| Category | Tools / Technologies | Why They Matter |
|---|---|---|
| Version Control | Git, GitHub | Track work and collaborate on code. |
| CI/CD Tools | Jenkins, GitHub Actions | Automate the build, test, and deployment pipeline. |
| Containers & Orchestration | Docker, Kubernetes | Docker, Kubernetes Deploy applications to scale and run |
| Cloud Platforms | AWS, Azure, GCP | Run and manage infrastructure easily. |
| IaC & Config Management | Terraform, Ansible | Automate the provisioning of the infrastructure. |
| Monitoring & Logging | Prometheus, Grafana, ELK | Support for uptime and find issues sooner. |
| Security & Compliance | Vault, IAM, DevSecOps | Securing your application and credentials is best practice. |
Soft skills
- Improve collaboration between Developers, Operations, QA.
- Have a flexible, problem-solving mindset, and be agile or flexible.
- Have a mindset to learn and always adjust!
NareshIT is a DevOps roadmap to help professionals learn and practice everything to sit alongside a curriculum of Instructor led practise, and build a real project.
DevOps career positions may be applicable to any industry.
- IT Services & Consulting, e.g., Tata Elxsi, Wipro, Infosys, or Tech Mahindra.
- Product and SaaS, for cloud companies in Hyderabad/Bengaluru and product companies in other cities.
- FinTech / E-Commerce – companies who have a goal of scaling their software while at a similar time looking to make their software more reliable and performance improvements via automation.
- Healthcare & Manufacturing IT, broadening application of automation across the pipeline.
The top job markets for DevOps jobs are in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Pune, Chennai, and Gurugram.
NareshIT’s placement assistance cell will connect candidates which have gone through the process via our training which they are looking to interview immediately following DevOps with Multi -Cloud Training and then placement assistance to avoid duplication.
Moving Ahead with a Career in DevOps – A Guide for You
1.Identify Your Skillset
Think about what you’ve learned from past jobs, such as scripting, testing, and possibly even networking.
2.Gain Training / Education
Look for a DevOps with AWS course at NareshIT, which is real-time instructor-led training.
3.Some projects and/or applications
You can experiment with CI/CD pipelines, deploying Docker, and K8 clusters.
4.Start building your GitHub portfolio
Make sure you include work such as infrastructure as code, some automation scripts, dashboards etc.
5.Finally, obtain certifications
AWS Certified DevOps Engineer or CKA, Kubernetes Administrator may be excellent credentials to get.
6.Finally, apply for a job
Look for jobs as a DevOps Professional in India with NareshIT employment partners.
FAQs – Changing Careers to DevOps
Q1. Can people who don’t code move into DevOps?
Yes. Basic scripting experience (Python or Bash) can help, but all possible tools are configuration-based.
Q2. How long does it take to change to DevOps?
Based on the professional background of the student, it usually takes 3-6 months of a structured learning plan, and some project work.
Q3. Which certification will help in India?
AWS DevOps or Kubernetes CKA certification will provide greater visibility.
Q4. Is DevOps good for people with 5-10 years of experience?
Yes. Many people with 5-10 years of experience move into DevOps for better work-life balance, and overall career stabilization.
Q5. Does NareshIT provide job placement assistance?
Yes; the DevOps course with job placement assistance provides resume workshops, job choir mock interviews, and recruiters looking for DevOps professionals.
Conclusion
Transitioning to a DevOps career allows you to tap into one of the fastest growing IT domains in India. By acquiring skills in automation, cloud and continuous delivery you will prepare yourself for your career in tech and have opportunities for impactful positions in multinational companies.
At Naresh i Technologies, we provide DevOps with AWS training and DevOps training with placement assistance to professionally prepare you by acquiring skills and building real projects to show recruiters.
Get started with your DevOps career today!
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