Switch to blockchain development as experienced DevOps

Switch to blockchain development as experienced DevOps

smita Geaorge

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Updated: Feb 9, 2025

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So, I’ve been in DevOps for about five years now—CI/CD pipelines, infra automation, cloud deployments, all that good stuff. I’m pretty comfortable with scripting and automation tools, but lately, I’ve been getting really curious about blockchain development.
Thing is, I have no idea what I’m walking into. Like, how big of a shift is this? Are there skills I already have that will actually help, or am I basically starting from scratch? Also… is there even demand for DevOps folks in blockchain, or am I late to the party?
Would love to hear from anyone who’s made a similar jump—or just knows the space better than I do. Any tips, resources, or reality checks?

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Amanda Smith

Member • 6mos

Absolutely, you can switch to blockchain development after working in DevOps. Your experience with automation, scripting, and managing infrastructure already gives you a strong base to build on.

The main thing you'll need to focus on is learning decentralized systems, cryptography, and smart contracts. I’d recommend starting with languages like Solidity (for Ethereum) or Rust (for Solana). You’ll also want to get a good grasp on how blockchain consensus mechanisms like Proof of Stake and Proof of Work work. Tools like Truffle or Hardhat for building dApps will come in handy too.

A lot of what you know from DevOps, especially around CI/CD pipelines, will still be useful in blockchain development. It’s a shift, but if you're interested, it’s definitely doable. Plus, blockchain skills are in high demand, so it's a great time to make the leap!

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Sheza Henry

Member • 4mos

You can transition to blockchain development after working in DevOps. Your experience with automation, scripting, and infrastructure management gives you a strong starting point.

Focus on learning these areas to make the shift: (1) Decentralized Systems: Understand how distributed networks operate and how data is shared across nodes. (2) Cryptography: Learn about hashing, digital signatures, and encryption methods used in blockchain. (3) Smart Contracts: Use Solidity (for Ethereum) or Rust (for Solana) to create and manage blockchain applications. (4) Consensus Mechanisms: Study Proof of Work, Proof of Stake, and similar methods to understand how blockchains validate transactions. (5) Development Tools: Work with tools like Truffle, Hardhat, and Remix to build and deploy blockchain applications.

Your DevOps skills, especially in CI/CD pipelines and managing automated processes, remain valuable. These skills help with tasks like maintaining blockchain nodes and setting up deployment systems.

Start by building small projects, like token contracts or simple decentralized applications (dApps). Use learning resources like online courses, documentation, and tutorials. Engage with blockchain communities to learn from others and stay updated on new developments.

This career change is achievable with consistent effort. Blockchain development offers strong opportunities as demand for these skills continues to grow.

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