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DevOps Engineer Resume Keywords
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DevOps Engineer resume keywords
- CI/CD
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- Terraform
- AWS
- Azure
- GCP
- Prometheus
- Grafana
- GitHub Actions
- Ansible
Tools & platforms
- Terraform
- Kubernetes
- Docker
- AWS
- Prometheus
- Grafana
- Argo CD
Typical responsibilities
- Automate build, test, and deploy paths
- Improve reliability and deployment frequency
- Own monitoring, alerting, and runbooks
- Partner with developers on platform usability
Resume tips
- Quantify deploy frequency, MTTR, or cost savings
- Name cloud providers and IaC tools from the JD first
- Show production ownership, not only lab projects
ATS recommendations
- Include exact tool spellings (Terraform, Kubernetes) matching the JD
- Avoid logo walls — text keywords parse better
- Put the exact DevOps Engineer title from the posting in your headline when truthful
Common mistakes
- Listing every cloud service without depth
- No reliability or security outcomes
- Confusing DevOps with generic sysadmin duties only
Certifications often seen
- AWS SysOps
- CKA
- Terraform Associate
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