Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert

Technology - Cloud/DevOps Collar: White Collar
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Overview

Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert is a professional credential in Technology - Cloud/DevOps. It validates knowledge and practical skills expected for roles aligned with Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert, and signals readiness for entry through mid-level responsibilities.

Last updated: 2025-11-12 04:29:09 UTC

What it covers

  • Fundamentals commonly required in Technology - Cloud/DevOps roles
  • Applied skills that map to day-to-day job tasks
  • Tools, workflows, and quality/safety best practices
  • Provider-defined objectives and exam domains

Quick snapshot

Price$165
Time Commitment3–6 mo study
Recertification Interval2 yrs
PrerequisitesAzure, DevOps exp
Difficulty4
Job Demand5
Self Employment7
Remote Roles9
Typical Salary (US): $100k–$135k

Steps to get certified

  1. Confirm eligibility and prerequisites (if any)
  2. Review the exam objectives and official candidate handbook
  3. Study with free resources and complete practice tasks/exams
  4. Schedule and take the exam (remote or test center, per policy)
  5. Maintain the credential via recertification/CE (if required)

Free study resources

  • Official exam objectives / sample questions (usually free)
  • Open courseware and tutorials aligned to the objectives
  • Hands-on labs or small projects that mirror real tasks
  • Local library access to relevant books and guides

Communities & discussion

  • Certification-focused forums and Q&A communities
  • Reddit/Discord/Slack groups for this cert’s domain
  • Local meetups or online study groups

Example jobs with this cert

  • Technology - Cloud DevOps Technician
  • Technology - Cloud DevOps Specialist
  • Technology - Cloud DevOps Associate
  • Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert Support/Assistant
  • Junior Technology - Cloud DevOps Analyst
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