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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
38
Salary range
£45k – £91k
Hiring companies
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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 – £91k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 30 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

Salary visibility
25% of listings advertise a salary.
By seniority
£k base
Mid
45
91
10 jobs
Senior
50
93
15 jobs
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 41 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

AWS
100%
Terraform
78%
CI/CD
61%
Python
59%
Kubernetes
59%
Docker
49%
Bash
39%
VPC
34%
Infrastructure as Code
32%
CloudWatch
29%
S3
29%
IAM
29%
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

38 live roles

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Platform AWS Engineer (SC Cleared)

Platform AWS Engineer (Database & Linux)Location: Hybrid - occasional travel to LondonRate: £492 per day (Umbrella)IR35 Status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella Company)Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance mandatory Sector: Public SectorYour New RoleWe are seeking an experienced Platform AWS Engineer to join...

Hays Technology London, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom £492 pd

AWS DevOps Engineer

This role involves building and maintaining AWS cloud infrastructure, developing CI/CD pipelines, and supporting containerised environments using Terraform, Kubernetes, and Docker. The engineer will work closely with development teams to ensure platform reliability, performance, and best practices in a high-ownership, delivery-focused environment within a regulated financial services setting.

SoCode London, United Kingdom £500 – £550 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

AWS Cloud Engineer

This role involves designing and building cloud-native architectures on AWS, using Infrastructure as Code tools like Terraform or CDK for deployment, and ensuring security best practices are followed. The engineer will manage software configurations, create reusable implementation patterns, and collaborate with stakeholders across projects. The position operates in a secure environment requiring UK Security Vetting, with opportunities for senior candidates to lead teams.

Damia Group Gloucester, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom £50,000 – £80,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

AWS Cloud Engineer

Design and develop scalable, cloud-native applications on AWS to process real-time telematics data with a focus on low latency and high throughput. Build and maintain containerised solutions using Python, Docker, and Kubernetes, while collaborating with engineering and product teams in an Agile environment. Ensure systems are secure, resilient, and optimised using Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, and AWS services such as Lambda, ECS, S3, and Aurora.

Lightfoot Clyst St Mary, Devon, EX5 1FE, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

AWS Infrastructure Engineer (Night Shift)

AWS Cloud Operations Engineer (Night Shift)Full Remote | UK Only | UK Security Clearance EligibleNight Shift | 10pm - 6amLooking to build your career in AWS Cloud and Infrastructure?Whether you're an early-career Cloud Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer or Operations Engineer looking...

Spectrum IT Recruitment United Kingdom £45,000 – £60,000 pa

DevOps Engineer AWS

This role involves designing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, building Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Terraform, and supporting the migration of legacy systems into AWS and Kubernetes environments. The engineer will work on secure, scalable cloud solutions using GitOps practices, Helm, and ArgoCD, collaborating closely with development and infrastructure teams. The position supports a large-scale cloud transformation programme with a focus on automation and modernisation.

Hays Technology London, United Kingdom £560 pd
Hybrid Contract Clearance Required

Senior AWS Platform Engineer

Senior Platform EngineerLondon (Hybrid, 2 days per week in the office)Up to £90,000 + BenefitsWe're partnering with a software company building mission critical platforms for financial services, trading firms, and the gambling sector. Regulated, high stakes environments where downtime and...

REVYBE IT RECRUITMENT LIMITED London, United Kingdom £85,000 – £90,000 pa
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Software Engineer (AWS, Python, C#/C++, CFD/FEA)

This role involves developing core modules within an engineering design platform and integrating them into a cloud compute environment. You will work on automating complex engineering processes and solving first-of-their-kind challenges in a fast-paced, innovative environment.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Oxford, United Kingdom £45,000 – £68,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Hiring locations

Where this role is hiring

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

London

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13 open

Manchester

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3 open

Southampton

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2 open

Bristol

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1 open

Sheffield

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1 open

Oxford

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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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