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Specialists who design, build, and manage cloud infrastructure on Amazon Web Services. A critical role in the modern tech stack, driving scalability and efficiency.

Open roles
26
Salary range
£45k – £95k
Hiring companies
16
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AWS Engineers are the backbone of cloud-native applications, ensuring that systems are scalable, secure, and efficient. They work with a range of AWS services to design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure. These roles are in high demand across a variety of industries, from startups to large enterprises, and require a deep understanding of cloud architecture and best practices.

What the role does

Inside the role of an AWS Engineer

A typical week for an AWS Engineer is a mix of designing and deploying cloud infrastructure, monitoring system performance, and ensuring security and compliance.

  1. 01
    Design and deploy cloud infrastructure using AWS services.
  2. 02
    Monitor and optimise system performance and resource usage.
  3. 03
    Implement and maintain security and compliance measures.
  4. 04
    Collaborate with development teams to integrate cloud services.
  5. 05
    Troubleshoot and resolve issues in the cloud environment.
  6. 06
    Stay updated with the latest AWS features and best practices.
Salary on the board

£45k – £95k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 38 UK listings priced in pounds in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

Salary visibility
32% of listings advertise a salary — up from 0% the year before.
By seniority
£k base
Mid
45
90
11 jobs
Senior
59
111
10 jobs
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 24 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

AWS
100%
Terraform
71%
Python
58%
CI/CD
46%
Docker
46%
Kubernetes
46%
S3
29%
Lambda
29%
VPC
29%
EC2
25%
IAM
25%
RDS
25%
Career ladder

From Junior to Principal

A typical UK progression for aws engineers. Years are guidance — strong people move faster, and many senior folks sidestep into research, product or management.

  1. Level 1

    Junior AWS Engineer

    0–2 yrs

    Assist in the design and deployment of cloud infrastructure, focusing on learning and gaining hands-on experience with AWS services.

  2. Level 2

    AWS Engineer

    2–5 yrs

    Take ownership of specific projects, design and implement cloud solutions, and contribute to the overall architecture and security of the system.

  3. Level 3

    Senior AWS Engineer

    5–8 yrs

    Lead the design and implementation of complex cloud architectures, mentor junior engineers, and ensure the system meets performance and security standards.

  4. Level 4

    Principal AWS Engineer

    8+ yrs

    Drive strategic cloud initiatives, lead cross-functional teams, and influence the direction of cloud architecture and operations within the organisation.

Pathway

How to become a AWS Engineer

There's no single route, but most people follow some version of these steps.

  1. 1

    Learn AWS Fundamentals

    Start by gaining a solid understanding of AWS services, including EC2, S3, and VPC. Complete relevant certifications like AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate.

  2. 2

    Gain Practical Experience

    Work on real-world projects to design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure. Contribute to DevOps processes and collaborate with development teams.

  3. 3

    Specialise in Advanced Services

    Deepen your expertise in advanced AWS services such as Lambda, DynamoDB, and CloudFormation. Pursue higher-level certifications like AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional.

  4. 4

    Lead Projects and Teams

    Take on leadership roles, leading the design and implementation of complex cloud architectures. Mentor junior engineers and ensure best practices are followed.

  5. 5

    Influence Cloud Strategy

    Drive strategic initiatives to optimise cloud usage, reduce costs, and enhance security. Influence the organisation's cloud strategy and contribute to industry thought leadership.

Live jobs

26 live roles

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AWS Platform Engineer

AWS Platform EngineerWhen registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed.Join Microlise as an AWS Platform Engineer on...

Microlise Langley Mill, Derbyshire, NG16 4BS, United Kingdom £35,000 pa

SC Cleared Lead AWS Engineer

Lead AWS Engineer to design, build, and support cloud infrastructure within a Cloud Centre of Excellence. Focus on AWS, Terraform, CI/CD, networking, and multi-account environments. Must be SC cleared and operate in a regulated enterprise context.

Hays Technology London, United Kingdom £700 – £750 pd
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Python & AWS Software Engineer - Data Science Focus

Design and build data pipelines, APIs, and backend services using Python and AWS, with a focus on processing complex datasets and deploying machine learning models into production. Work within a cloud-native environment to transform raw data into actionable insights using modern software engineering practices and data science techniques.

Adecco Derby, Derbyshire, DE1 3AE, United Kingdom £60,000 – £75,000 pa

AWS DevOps Engineer

Design and manage secure AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and CloudFormation. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, automate operational tasks with scripting, and implement robust monitoring and observability. Work within Agile teams to optimise cloud environments and apply cloud security best practices including Zero Trust principles.

83zero London, United Kingdom £75,000 – £80,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

AWS DevOps Engineer

Design and manage secure AWS cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform and CloudFormation. Develop CI/CD pipelines, automate operations with scripting, and implement cloud security best practices including Zero Trust. Work within Agile teams to improve scalability, resilience, and observability in mission-critical environments.

83zero Manchester, United Kingdom £75,000 – £80,000 pa

AWS DevOps Engineer

DevOps / Cloud Engineer (AWS) | Active SC Clearance EssentialDay Rate: £600 per day (Outside IR35)Location: Hybrid, London (1 day per week onsite)Contract Length: Initial 6 monthsStart Date: Immediate / ASAPSecurity Clearance: Active SC Clearance requiredWe are partnering with a...

Opus Recruitment Solutions London, United Kingdom £600 pd

AWS Data Engineer ( - Oxfordshire

This role involves designing and building scalable data pipelines on AWS, working with messy data to create trusted insights. You'll collaborate with engineering and technology stakeholders, using services like S3, Glue, Lambda, Athena, and Redshift to support business reporting and analytics.

Opus Recruitment Solutions Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom £400 – £450 pd
Hybrid Contract

AWS Data Engineer

Location: London (Hybrid) with occasional client travelSalary: Up to £60,000We're recruiting for aData Engineer to join a growing consultancy, delivering production-grade data platforms for some of the UK's leading organisations.This is a client-facing role where you'll design and build scalable...

Lynx Recruitment Sw1E5Lb, United Kingdom £40,000 – £60,000 pa
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Hiring locations

Where this role is hiring

The locations with the most live listings for this role today.

London

Location
9 open

Manchester

Location
4 open

Oxford

Location
3 open

Bristol

Location
1 open
FAQs

Common questions

  • Key skills include a strong understanding of AWS services, cloud architecture, DevOps practices, and scripting languages like Python or Bash. Security and compliance knowledge is also crucial.

  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate and Professional, AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional, and AWS Certified Security – Specialty are highly valued in the industry.

  • The typical progression starts as a Junior AWS Engineer, advances to AWS Engineer, then Senior AWS Engineer, and finally reaches Principal AWS Engineer or a leadership role.

  • Common challenges include managing cloud costs, ensuring high availability and performance, maintaining security and compliance, and keeping up with the rapid evolution of AWS services.

  • Salaries for AWS Engineers can vary widely based on experience and location. For specific salary ranges, please refer to the salary section on this page.

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