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Specialists who design, build, and manage applications and infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform. A role that demands both technical depth and cloud-native innovation.

Open roles
14
Salary range
£40k – £100k
Hiring companies
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GCP Engineers are at the forefront of cloud computing, leveraging Google Cloud Platform (GCP) to design, build, and manage scalable and secure cloud infrastructure. They work closely with development teams to ensure applications are optimised for performance and cost-efficiency. GCP Engineers are in high demand across a range of industries, from startups to large enterprises, and are often found in roles that require a deep understanding of cloud-native technologies and best practices.

What the role does

Inside the role of a GCP Engineer

A typical week for a GCP Engineer is a mix of designing and implementing cloud solutions, monitoring and optimising existing infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

  1. 01
    Design and deploy cloud architectures using GCP services.
  2. 02
    Optimise and troubleshoot existing cloud infrastructure for performance and cost.
  3. 03
    Collaborate with development teams to integrate cloud services into applications.
  4. 04
    Monitor and maintain cloud security and compliance.
  5. 05
    Participate in code reviews and contribute to DevOps practices.
  6. 06
    Stay updated with the latest GCP features and best practices.
Salary on the board

£40k – £100k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 17 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

By seniority
£k base
Mid
40
85
8 jobs
Senior
50
95
7 jobs
Lead
90
100
1 job
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 16 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

GCP
88%
Terraform
50%
Python
50%
Kubernetes
44%
CI/CD
44%
Google BigQuery
38%
Fivetran
38%
dbt Cloud
38%
data ingestion
31%
data modelling
31%
Jenkins
25%
Bash
19%
Career ladder

From Junior to Principal

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

  1. Level 1

    Junior GCP Engineer

    0–2 yrs

    Assists in the design and deployment of cloud solutions, focusing on learning and gaining hands-on experience with GCP services.

  2. Level 2

    GCP Engineer

    2–5 yrs

    Takes ownership of cloud infrastructure projects, ensuring they are scalable, secure, and cost-effective.

  3. Level 3

    Senior GCP Engineer

    5–8 yrs

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

  4. Level 4

    Principal GCP Engineer

    8+ yrs

    Strategises and oversees the cloud infrastructure for large-scale projects, influencing organisational cloud strategy and best practices.

Pathway

How to become a GCP Engineer

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

  1. 1

    Learn GCP Fundamentals

    Start by gaining a solid understanding of GCP services, including Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, and Cloud SQL.

  2. 2

    Gain Practical Experience

    Work on real-world projects to design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure using GCP.

  3. 3

    Specialise in a Domain

    Focus on a specific area such as cloud security, DevOps, or cloud-native development to deepen your expertise.

  4. 4

    Obtain Certifications

    Pursue GCP certifications to validate your skills and enhance your credibility in the industry.

  5. 5

    Lead Projects

    Take on leadership roles in cloud infrastructure projects, mentoring junior engineers and driving innovation.

  6. 6

    Influence Strategy

    Shape the cloud strategy for your organisation, influencing decisions and best practices at a strategic level.

Live jobs

14 live roles

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GCP Data Engineer - up to+ Bonus /London

This role involves designing and building scalable data pipelines and cloud data architectures on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You will develop solutions using BigQuery, Dataflow, and Spanner, optimize data pipelines for performance, and ensure data governance and security.

Involved Solutions London, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

GCP CloudOps Engineer

This role involves managing day-to-day operations, monitoring, and troubleshooting GCP environments, improving platform reliability through automation, and supporting CI/CD pipelines. Senior and lead engineers will mentor team members and drive best practices.

eFinancialCareers Manchester, United Kingdom £40,000 – £73,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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Platform Engineer (GCP)

This role involves designing, building, and maintaining robust cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines on GCP. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions, provide technical leadership, and stay current with emerging technologies.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Flexible

Platform Engineer (GCP)

This role involves designing, building, and maintaining robust cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines on GCP. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions, contribute to system and architecture design, and continuously improve platform performance and security.

Hays Technology Manchester, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Data Engineer (GCP/DBT)

This role involves owning and developing a modern data platform, building and maintaining data ingestion pipelines into BigQuery, and designing analytics-ready dbt models. You will work closely with the BI Analyst to support company-wide reporting and self-serve analytics, contributing to a high-growth education technology business.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment Cardiff, Cymru / Wales, CF10 2AF, United Kingdom £65,000 – £70,000 pa
Remote Permanent

Data Engineer (GCP/DBT)

This role involves building and scaling a modern data platform using GCP and dbt, focusing on data ingestion into BigQuery and developing analytics-ready models. You will work closely with BI Analysts to support company-wide reporting and self-serve analytics, contributing to the company's rapid growth and data-driven decision-making.

Harnham - Data and Analytics Recruitment Manchester, United Kingdom £65,000 – £70,000 pa
Remote Permanent

Principal Data Engineer (GCP)

This role involves providing technical leadership and shaping the data engineering function within a cloud-first environment, focusing on designing scalable data pipelines and mentoring engineers. The Principal Data Engineer will drive best practices in data ingestion, transformation, and monitoring while ensuring compliance and high engineering standards. Working closely with architects, the role plays a key part in evolving a fully cloud-based data platform on Google Cloud.

VIQU IT Recruitment Preston, United Kingdom £90,000 – £100,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior GCP Platform Engineer - up to+ Bonus

This role involves designing, building, and supporting scalable Google Cloud infrastructure, developing reusable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions, and implementing secure platform engineering practices. The Senior GCP Platform Engineer will work on automation workflows, optimize GKE and Kubernetes environments, and collaborate with engineering teams to improve cloud adoption and operational efficiency.

Involved Solutions Edinburgh, Alba / Scotland, United Kingdom £80,000 – £95,000 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.

Manchester

Location
2 open

London

Location
1 open

Preston

Location
1 open
FAQs

Common questions

  • Key skills include proficiency in GCP services, cloud architecture, DevOps practices, and scripting languages like Python or Bash.

  • Gain hands-on experience with GCP, complete relevant certifications, and seek out roles that involve cloud infrastructure and development.

  • The typical progression is from Junior GCP Engineer to GCP Engineer, Senior GCP Engineer, and finally Principal GCP Engineer.

  • Salary ranges vary based on experience and location. For specific figures, refer to the salary section on this page.

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