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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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32
Salary range
£40k – £150k
Hiring companies
27
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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

£40k – £150k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 21 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

By seniority
£k base
Mid
40
90
4 jobs
Senior
50
150
12 jobs
Lead
70
105
2 jobs
Skills & tools

What hiring managers ask for

% of 6 listings posted in the last 12 months that mention each skill, extracted from job descriptions.

Terraform
67%
Kubernetes
67%
Python
67%
CI/CD
50%
Prometheus
50%
Grafana
50%
Azure
33%
Ansible
33%
Machine Learning
33%
Bash
33%
GitHub
17%
Databricks
17%
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

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Top hirers

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Hiring locations

Where this role is hiring

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

London

Location
13 open

Manchester

Location
2 open

Sheffield

Location
2 open

Birmingham

Location
1 open

Leeds

Location
1 open

Cardiff

Location
1 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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