Fiche métier ingénieur devops

DevOps Engineer

DevOps engineers use continuous integration and deployment methods with developers and operational teams to speed up the production of websites and applications.
devops engineer

Role of the devops engineer

DevOps engineers specialise in optimising the processes used to deploy websites and applications. Their job is to streamline communication between developers, administrators and security teams. By automating tests and ensuring that integration runs smoothly, they help to reduce development time while guaranteeing the quality and performance of projects.

In addition to development, DevOps ensures that applications continue to function. They take into account feedback from users to make any necessary improvements.

Tasks of the devops engineer

  • He/she sets up full automation of the production release to speed up application delivery.
  • He/she checks that each test is carried out successfully at each stage of development.
  • They manage source code versions and configurations.
  • It optimises infrastructures and automates processes to improve overall system performance and team productivity.
  • It supervises and analyses application performance to ensure that it meets user expectations.
  • It monitors application security to prevent security breaches.

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Skills of the DevOps engineer

Technical skills

To develop and automate processes, DevOps engineers master various programming languages such as JavaScript, Python, PHP and HTML. They are comfortable with infrastructure deployment and cloud computing solutions, enabling them to configure and optimise IT resources. They have a good command of test management and automation tools, as well as IT supervision software.

Soft skills

DevOps engineers are excellent communicators. They facilitate the coordination and sharing of information between developers, the digital project manager and network administrators. They know how to work in a team, especially in an Agile environment where they have to adapt quickly and manage priorities. DevOps teams need to be rigorous, autonomous and good listeners, so that they can understand needs and propose appropriate solutions. Fluency in technical English is a plus.

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Education and training for DevOps engineers

There is no dedicated training course to become a DevOps engineer, but there are several routes that can lead to it. It is possible to follow a course in IT development or system administration. An engineering degree or a Master's in computer science, after 5 years of post-bac studies, is required for this profession.

In addition to a 5-year post-baccalaureate diploma, other qualifications are highly valued on your CV. These include the DevOps Institute, Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS). Some schools, such as 2i Academy, offer more targeted training courses, such as the DevOps Consultant professional qualification. This course combines theoretical teaching with practical work experience.

Career options for devops engineers

Engineers can progress to DevOps Manager or DevOps Director positions, where they can manage all DevOps operations within a company.