DevOps vs SRE vs Platform Engineer: Which Pays More? ($120K to $450K)
Description
Confused about DevOps vs SRE vs Platform Engineer roles? You're not alone. These three positions overlap heavily but have distinct responsibilities, salary ranges, and career paths.
In this video, I break down the real differences between DevOps Engineers, Site Reliability Engineers, and Platform Engineers so you can decide which path fits your skills and career goals in 2025.
📚 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN:
✅ The core responsibilities of DevOps, SRE, and Platform Engineering roles
✅ Key skills and tools required for each position
✅ Salary expectations and career growth potential
✅ Which role is best for your background and goals
✅ How companies define these roles differently (and why it matters)
Whether you're a software engineer looking to specialize, a cloud engineer planning your next move, or someone breaking into tech infrastructure roles, this breakdown will give you clarity on the difference between DevOps and SRE, what a Platform Engineer actually does, and how to position yourself for the right opportunities.
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