Cloud computing ⁠— What are the hottest career prospects in 2023?

With cloud computing now present in many aspects of our lives, there’s never been a greater need for qualified cloud professionals. Candidates with the right skills and certifications can expect healthy salaries and robust employment packages.

Some of the most-in-demand cloud computing careers for 2023 are:

Cloud Database Administrator

These highly sought-after IT professionals help businesses apply data to solve business problems. They’re responsible for managing cloud-based databases, and can help steer companies into new areas, for example the Internet of Things (IoT), blockchain, and AI.

Skills required: Azure, JSON, DevOps, Linux, Analytics, Machine Learning, AI

According to Glassdoor, this year's average pay was £40,000.

Cloud Computing Engineer

Cloud engineers troubleshoot problems and are responsible for planning, designing, and implementing cloud-based applications. They need to ensure that systems work smoothly according to company guidelines.

Skills: Many companies require proficiency in specialist software such as Amazon Web Services (AWS).

Reed estimates the average salary is in the region of £55,000 to £82,000.

Cloud DevOps Engineer

DevOps teams bridge the gap between coding and engineering. They work across departments, developing cloud-based systems that balance service reliability with speed of delivery. DevOps teams not only build software delivery pipelines in the cloud, but have to monitor, manage, and report on incidents.

Skills: DevOps engineers need to have experience in coding languages, software engineering, and cyber security. They also need an analytical mindset and teamwork and problem-solving skills.

According to UKTalent.com, the average salary for a DevOps cloud engineer is £60,000.

Mobile Applications Developer

These IT professionals create software applications that run on mobile devices. They need to be able to develop apps for iOS and Android.

Skills: An understanding of coding within mobile frameworks is essential, as is the ability to use mobile development languages.

Salaries vary according to experience; however, TotalJobs reveal that a mobile app developer can expect to earn in the region of £60,000 to £75,000.

Cloud Architect

Cloud Architects plan, design, and upgrade networks and cloud projects, overseeing the complex processes that support strategic decision-making. They need to be able to translate business requirements into effective database solutions and have to manage data centres to ensure they’re secure. Cloud architects also need to possess a good knowledge of handling network and cloud technologies and excel at solving problems.

Average salaries (according to PayScale UK) for an experienced Cloud Solutions Architect are £73,000.

Cloud Security Analyst

These IT professionals are critical to ensuring the safety and security of cloud systems. They recommend the best ways to keep a company’s overall security high and are able to pinpoint potential threats and vulnerabilities when organisations transition to a public cloud.

Skills: Security analysts need to have an in-depth understanding of the latest protocols around authentication and certification. Familiarity with cloud services like AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Rackspace will give these professionals the edge.

On average, a Cloud Security Analyst can earn around £65,000 per annum (CheckASalary.com).

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