Nowadays, the IT sector is booming tremendously. This industry upsurged after the COVID-19 pandemic. One of the profiles in which people have become interested is cloud engineering. As per Yahoo Finance, the cloud technologies were valued at $12.92 billion, and with that time, it will reach $31.10 billion by 2026 – that’s an impressive CAGR of 15.75%.
From this blog, let’s briefly discuss how to become a successful cloud engineer so that you can be one step closer to knowing more about this industry and position.
- Educational Foundation: The basic requirement to become a cloud engineer is to have a robust educational qualification. There should be a degree in computer science, information technology, or anything closely related to these education qualifications.
As a matter of fact, a bachelor’s degree provides a platform to learn programming, networking, and system administration, which are all part of the cloud ecosystem. - Develop Technical Skills:
- a. Proficiency in Programming Languages: You should have expertise in Python, Java, and C#. All these languages will push you towards cloud engineering.
- b. Understanding of Operating Systems: Know more about operating systems, such as Linux and Windows, because cloud experts use these environments for their development.
- c. Networking Knowledge: Learn TCP/IP, DNS, and VPNs to work towards cloud networks.
- d. Know Your Cloud Service Providers: Go through the entire cloud platform, such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Gain Professional Experience on the Job: If you have acquired on-the-job experience, nobody can take that knowledge away from you. Therefore, you should aim for professional internships, personal projects, or entry-level positions in this industry.
- Obtain Relevant Certifications: Walk towards earning a reputable certification so that you can show it to your employer and earn a good salary package. As a matter of fact, you can pursue the following:
- a. AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- b. Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- c. Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
- Develop Soft Skills: Cloud engineering doesn’t only require technical skills; it also demands soft skills. Therefore, learn how to communicate with your team so that they can understand your requirements and you can comprehend theirs.
- Stay Updated with Industry Trends: Keep updating yourself on what is happening around the cloud engineering ecosystem. You need to read newspapers and expert articles, attend workshops, watch YouTube videos, and many more.
- Build a Professional Network: Focus on building a robust network of professionals where you can ask your queries and receive feedback from them. You can follow them on LinkedIn, ask your queries on GitHub, join OpenAI communities, and many more.
- Prepare a Strong Portfolio and Resume: All the things that you have learned in your course and while working as a cloud engineer will matter on your resume. Therefore, prepare an exceptional resume that shows your work portfolio to grab the job in a FAANG company or any other reputable company.
All these points will take your career in cloud engineering to new heights.
Content Written By
Taranjeet Singh
