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Specialists who design, build, and manage Microsoft Azure infrastructure. A critical role in the cloud ecosystem, ensuring scalable and secure cloud solutions.

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32
Salary range
£35k – £100k
Hiring companies
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Azure Engineers are at the forefront of cloud computing, focusing on Microsoft Azure to design, build, and manage cloud infrastructure. They work with a variety of tools and services to ensure that applications and services are scalable, secure, and highly available. These roles are in high demand across a range of industries, from tech scaleups to large enterprises, and require a deep understanding of Azure's capabilities and best practices.

What the role does

Inside the role of an Azure Engineer

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

  1. 01
    Design and deploy cloud infrastructure using Azure services.
  2. 02
    Monitor and optimise the performance of cloud resources.
  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 Azure features and best practices.
Salary on the board

£35k – £100k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 41 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

By seniority
£k base
Mid
35
100
19 jobs
Senior
40
95
19 jobs
Lead
60
75
2 jobs
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 42 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

Azure
93%
Terraform
71%
CI/CD
64%
Kubernetes
43%
PowerShell
40%
Azure DevOps
36%
AKS
21%
Automation
19%
Azure Monitor
17%
GitHub Actions
17%
DevOps
17%
Bicep
17%
Career ladder

From Junior to Principal

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

  1. Level 1

    Junior Azure Engineer

    0–2 yrs

    Assists in the deployment and management of Azure resources, focusing on learning and gaining hands-on experience.

  2. Level 2

    Azure Engineer

    2–5 yrs

    Takes ownership of specific projects, designs and implements cloud solutions, and ensures they meet performance and security standards.

  3. Level 3

    Senior Azure Engineer

    5–8 yrs

    Leads complex cloud projects, mentors junior engineers, and drives innovation in cloud architecture and operations.

  4. Level 4

    Principal Azure Engineer

    8+ yrs

    Strategises and oversees the entire cloud infrastructure, influences organisational cloud strategy, and collaborates with C-level executives.

Pathway

How to become a Azure Engineer

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

  1. 1

    Learn Azure Fundamentals

    Start by gaining a solid understanding of Azure services, architecture, and best practices. Consider certifications like Azure Fundamentals.

  2. 2

    Gain Practical Experience

    Work on real-world projects to deploy and manage Azure resources. This hands-on experience is crucial for building your skills.

  3. 3

    Specialise in a Domain

    Choose a specific area of Azure, such as security, DevOps, or data engineering, and deepen your expertise in that domain.

  4. 4

    Lead Projects and Teams

    Take on leadership roles, managing complex projects and mentoring junior engineers. This will help you develop your strategic thinking and leadership skills.

  5. 5

    Influence Cloud Strategy

    At the senior level, you will influence the organisation's cloud strategy, working closely with C-level executives to drive innovation and efficiency.

  6. 6

    Contribute to the Community

    Share your knowledge and insights by writing articles, speaking at conferences, or contributing to open-source projects. This can enhance your reputation and open new opportunities.

Live jobs

32 live roles

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Platform Engineer - Active SC, Databricks, Trivy, Azure DevOps

This role involves configuring and managing Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines, working with Terraform for IaC, and using Databricks and Docker in a public sector environment. The position requires active SC clearance and a strong understanding of Azure cloud services and security scanning tools.

Hays Technology London, United Kingdom £480 pd
Remote Contract Clearance Required

Senior Full Stack Python Engineer (Flask, REST APIs, AWS/Azure)

This role involves building and scaling a modern SaaS platform using Python, Flask, and cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. You will design and develop RESTful APIs, frontend components, and a production-ready Python library, while contributing to system architecture and technical design.

Grace May Sy45Sd, SY4 5SD, United Kingdom £60,000 – £65,000 pa
Remote Permanent
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Hiring locations

Where this role is hiring

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

London

Location
8 open

Birmingham

Location
2 open

Cardiff

Location
1 open
FAQs

Common questions

  • Key skills include a strong understanding of Azure services, cloud architecture, scripting and automation, security, and DevOps practices. Certifications like Azure Administrator and Azure Solutions Architect are also valuable.

  • Responsibilities include designing and deploying cloud infrastructure, monitoring performance, ensuring security and compliance, and collaborating with development teams to integrate cloud services.

  • Advance by gaining practical experience, specialising in a domain, leading projects, and contributing to the cloud community. Continuous learning and staying updated with Azure's latest features are also crucial.

  • The typical progression starts as a Junior Azure Engineer, advancing to Azure Engineer, Senior Azure Engineer, and eventually Principal Azure Engineer. Each level involves increasing responsibility and strategic influence.

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

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