Certifications are a bit like gym memberships: having one is good, using it is better. 🏋️ Here are the ones employers actually ask us about.
Cloud
- AWS Solutions Architect (Associate and Professional)
- Microsoft Azure Administrator, Solutions Architect Expert and Data Engineer
- Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
Security
- CISSP for senior and leadership roles
- OSCP for penetration testing
- Cloud security certifications such as AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer
- CISM and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer for governance roles
Enterprise platforms
- SAP: S/4HANA certifications for your module, plus BTP
- ServiceNow: CSA, CAD and module CIS certifications
- Salesforce: Administrator, Platform Developer and cloud consultant certifications
Data and AI
- Databricks Data Engineer
- Snowflake SnowPro Core
- Microsoft Fabric Analytics Engineer
- Cloud AI and machine learning certifications from AWS, Azure or Google
Delivery and agile
- SAFe, PRINCE2 and PMP for program and project roles
- Professional Scrum Master or Product Owner
How to choose
- Pick certifications that match the jobs you want next, not the ones that are trendy
- Pair each certification with a real project you can talk about
- Keep them current. An expired cert from 2019 raises questions.
👉 See which roles fit your certifications, or read our guide to upskilling for AI.
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