Cloud Engineer Salary in United Kingdom

£66,000Regional estimate

The median Cloud Engineer / Architect salary in the UK is £66,000. Most professionals earn between £49,000 and £117,000, with senior roles commanding higher figures.

Pay percentiles

Regional estimate
25th percentile
£49,000
Median (p50)
£66,000
75th percentile
£89,000
Top 10% (p90)
£117,000

Gross annual, local currency.

Salary by seniority

Estimated
Junior£40,000-40%
Mid-level£58,000-12%
Senior£83,000+25%
Lead / Exec£116,000+75%

Total compensation

Base70%
Bonus12%
Equity12%
Benefits6%

Benefits are worth about £8,000 a year on top of cash pay.

Where this pay goes furthest

The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.

How we calculate this

This data provides a regional estimate for Cloud Engineer / Architect salaries in the UK. All figures represent gross annual earnings before tax and deductions.

Frequently asked questions

Is a £66,000 salary good for a Cloud Engineer / Architect in the UK?

A median salary of £66,000 is a strong benchmark. With the top 10% earning £117,000, many Cloud Engineers / Architects find this figure reflects a good earning potential in the UK.

What is the salary difference between a junior and senior Cloud Engineer / Architect?

The median salary for a junior Cloud Engineer / Architect is £40,000. In contrast, a senior Cloud Engineer / Architect has a median salary of £83,000, reflecting increased experience and responsibility.

What is the total compensation for a Cloud Engineer / Architect?

Beyond base salary, Cloud Engineer / Architects can expect additional benefits valued at £8,000 per year. This brings the total potential compensation higher than the base salary alone.

How are Cloud Engineer / Architect salaries calculated?

Salaries are determined by factors like experience, location, company size, and specific skills. The figures provided represent percentiles, showing the distribution of earnings across the UK market.

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