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NOC 21232TEER 1Technology
DevOps Engineer Immigration to Canada
Complete pathway guide for devops engineers moving to Canada. Explore Express Entry, provincial programs, requirements, and job prospects.
NOC Code
21232
TEER Category
TEER 1
Median Salary
$105,000
Very High Demand
Overview
DevOps Engineer Pathway to Canada
DevOps engineers are critically needed for CI/CD, automation, and infrastructure as code. Modern software development depends on DevOps practices, creating severe talent shortage.
STEM category Express Entry draws target DevOps professionals. High salaries and strong demand across all tech-forward organizations.
Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, and cloud platform expertise essential. SRE (Site Reliability Engineering) skills increasingly valuable.
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Immigration Pathways
Eligible Programs for DevOps Engineers
Multiple pathways available depending on your qualifications and circumstances.
Requirements
What You Need to Qualify
Key requirements for devops engineer immigration to Canada.
Education
Bachelor's in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Self-taught with strong experience also viable.
Experience
Minimum 2 years DevOps, SRE, or infrastructure automation experience.
Language
CLB 7 minimum. Most achieve CLB 9+ in technical environments.
Licensing
No licensing. Certifications valuable: CKA, AWS DevOps, Azure DevOps, Terraform.
Express Entry
Express Entry for DevOps Engineers
DevOps engineers score high. Bachelor's + 3 years + CLB 9 = 490-510.
Category-Based Draws
DevOps Engineers are eligible for category-based Express Entry draws, which typically have lower CRS cut-offs than general draws. This significantly improves your chances of receiving an ITA.
Typical CRS Range
480-510
Processing Time
6 months
Employment Outlook
Job Market & Settlement
What to expect when you arrive in Canada as a devops engineer.
Time to Employment
1-2 months
Average time to secure first job in Canada
Top Cities for DevOps Engineers:
TorontoVancouverMontrealOttawaWaterloo
Job Search Tips
Kubernetes certification (CKA/CKAD) highly valuable. Highlight CI/CD pipelines built. Contribute to infrastructure as code projects. Toronto fintech and Vancouver tech have highest demand. Remote work very common. Many companies sponsor internationally.
Top Employer Types
Tech companies
Banks and fintech
Cloud service providers
E-commerce companies
SaaS startups
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about devops engineer immigration to Canada
What DevOps tools are most important in Canada?
Kubernetes and Docker essential. Terraform for IaC. CI/CD: Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions. Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure). Monitoring: Prometheus, Grafana, Datadog. Config management: Ansible, Chef. Scripting: Python, Bash, Go.
Do I need to know programming as DevOps engineer?
Yes, scripting essential. Python, Bash, and increasingly Go. Not full software development but automation scripting critical. Infrastructure as code is programming. Understanding of software development lifecycle important. Many DevOps engineers come from development background.
Is DevOps engineer different from SRE?
Similar but different focus. DevOps emphasizes CI/CD, automation, developer productivity. SRE focuses on reliability, monitoring, incident response. Roles overlap significantly. Both in high demand. SRE typically requires more software engineering. Career paths converge.
What is salary range for DevOps engineers?
DevOps Engineer: $95-120K. Senior: $120-150K. Lead/Principal: $150-190K. DevOps Architect: $160-200K. SRE roles pay 10-15% premium. Kubernetes expertise adds value. Toronto and Vancouver highest. Remote work common.
Can I transition from sysadmin to DevOps?
Yes, common career path. Learn cloud platforms, containers, CI/CD, IaC (Terraform). Get Kubernetes certification. Contribute to automation projects. Many DevOps engineers started as sysadmins. Scripting and automation mindset most important. Excellent pathway into higher-paying roles.
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