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Engineers who design, build, and manage the cloud infrastructure that powers modern applications. A critical role in ensuring scalability, reliability, and security in the cloud.

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91
Salary range
£45k – £113k
Hiring companies
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Platform Engineers are at the heart of cloud computing, responsible for designing, building, and managing the cloud infrastructure that underpins modern applications. They work closely with development teams to ensure that applications are scalable, reliable, and secure. Companies ranging from scaleups to the larger consultancies rely on Platform Engineers to optimise their cloud environments, whether on AWS, Azure, or GCP. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud platforms, automation tools, and DevOps practices.

What the role does

Inside the role of a Platform Engineer

A typical week for a Platform Engineer is a mix of infrastructure design, deployment, and maintenance, with a focus on automation and optimisation.

  1. 01
    Design and implement cloud infrastructure solutions.
  2. 02
    Automate deployment and management processes using CI/CD pipelines.
  3. 03
    Monitor and optimise system performance and security.
  4. 04
    Collaborate with development teams to integrate cloud services.
  5. 05
    Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure issues.
  6. 06
    Stay updated with the latest cloud technologies and best practices.
Salary on the board

£45k – £113k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 145 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

Salary visibility
33% of listings advertise a salary.
By seniority
£k base
Mid
45
91
40 jobs
Senior
55
120
64 jobs
Lead
61
139
12 jobs
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 182 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

CI/CD
71%
Terraform
70%
Kubernetes
58%
Python
49%
AWS
47%
Infrastructure as Code
34%
Azure
31%
Docker
29%
Grafana
22%
Prometheus
21%
Linux
21%
Bash
18%
Career ladder

From Junior to Principal

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

  1. Level 1

    Junior Platform Engineer

    0–2 yrs

    Assists in the design and implementation of cloud infrastructure, focusing on learning and supporting more senior engineers.

  2. Level 2

    Platform Engineer

    2–5 yrs

    Takes ownership of specific cloud infrastructure components, ensuring they are scalable, reliable, and secure.

  3. Level 3

    Senior Platform Engineer

    5–8 yrs

    Leads the design and implementation of complex cloud solutions, mentoring junior engineers and driving best practices.

  4. Level 4

    Principal Platform Engineer

    8+ yrs

    Strategises and oversees the entire cloud infrastructure, influencing company-wide cloud strategy and leading major initiatives.

Pathway

How to become a Platform Engineer

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

  1. 1

    Learn Cloud Fundamentals

    Start by gaining a solid understanding of cloud computing principles and the major cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.

  2. 2

    Gain Practical Experience

    Work on real-world projects to design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure, focusing on automation and DevOps practices.

  3. 3

    Specialise in a Domain

    Choose a specific area such as security, DevOps, or cloud architecture to deepen your expertise and become a go-to resource.

  4. 4

    Lead Projects and Teams

    Take on leadership roles, leading the design and implementation of complex cloud solutions and mentoring junior engineers.

  5. 5

    Influence Company Strategy

    At the principal level, you will influence the company's cloud strategy, driving major initiatives and setting best practices.

Live jobs

91 live roles

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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, 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
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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 (DevOps / MLOps Focus)

Design and maintain cloud-native infrastructure for large-scale AI and machine learning platforms. Focus on Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD to enable efficient deployment and operation of AI workloads in collaboration with engineering and data science teams.

The Portfolio Group London, United Kingdom £100,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Platform Engineer - Kubernetes

This role involves designing, implementing, and supporting production-grade infrastructure platforms with a focus on Kubernetes and modernisation initiatives across on-premise and cloud environments. The engineer will lead automation efforts using Infrastructure as Code, enhance platform resilience and security, and collaborate closely with software teams to improve deployment workflows. It's a hands-on position within a senior infrastructure team, offering technical leadership and mentorship opportunities while driving enterprise-scale transformation.

Akkodis Sheffield, South Yorkshire, United Kingdom £68,000 – £72,000 pa
Hybrid Contract

Platform Engineer - Opensource/ Kubernetes

Job Title: Platform Engineer - Redhat Openshift and KubernetesLocation: London or ManchesterRate: up to £580 a day Inside IR35Start Date: Beginning of AugJob Type: Contract 6 months - 2 days onsite (ideally on a Tuesday as one of the days)We're...

Square One Resources London, United Kingdom £550 – £580 pd

Platform Engineer- eDV Cleared

This role involves working on high-impact, mission-critical projects for Defence and National Security clients. You will be responsible for building and maintaining cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized applications using technologies like AWS, Azure, GCP, Terraform, and Kubernetes.

Searchability NS&D London, United Kingdom £40,000 – £95,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Platform Engineer- eDV Cleared

This role involves working on high-impact, mission-critical projects for Defence and National Security clients. You will be responsible for building and maintaining cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized applications using technologies like AWS, Azure, GCP, Terraform, and Kubernetes.

Searchability NS&D Manchester, United Kingdom £40,000 – £90,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Azure Platform Engineer

We're looking for experienced Azure Platform Engineering Consultants to join a major cloud transformation programme delivering Telco-as-a-Service on Azure.Azure Platform EngineerLocation: Hybrid / NewburySalary: £65,000 - £75,000 + BenefitsThis is an opportunity to work on a large-scale Azure platform, helping...

EMBS Engineering Newbury, Berkshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £75,000 pa
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Hiring locations

Where this role is hiring

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

London

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27 open

Manchester

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5 open

Milton Keynes

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4 open

Leeds

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3 open

Glasgow

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2 open

Bristol

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2 open
FAQs

Common questions

  • Essential skills include a strong understanding of cloud platforms, automation tools, DevOps practices, and scripting languages like Python or Bash.

  • Gain practical experience, specialise in a domain, and take on leadership roles in cloud infrastructure projects. Continuous learning and staying updated with the latest technologies are also crucial.

  • A Principal Platform Engineer strategises and oversees the entire cloud infrastructure, influences company-wide cloud strategy, and leads major initiatives.

  • Salary ranges can vary widely based on experience, location, and company size. For more detailed information, refer to the salary section on this page.

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