Explore High Paying Linux System Administrator Jobs

As a Linux System Administrator, you can take your career to new heights with Ladders. We host a carefully curated collection of high paying Linux System Administrator jobs from top employers. The opportunities listed here can help you not only earn a competitive salary, but also advance in a growing field.

Key Skills for Linux System Administrators

As a Linux System Administrator, you would be expected to have expertise in shell scripting, problem-solving, and have a strong understanding of Linux servers. Experience with networking, Unix/Linux architecture, and automation tools can also strengthen your candidacy.

Opportunities for Growth

The ever-evolving IT landscape presents ample opportunities for Linux System Administrators to grow both in terms of position and compensation. Stay at the forefront with the latest job postings in this category on Ladders.

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$149K - $155K *

Transform your career by developing innovative web and mobile applications while enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-performing, scalable solutions that drive engagement...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform VMware systems support through proactive leadership, complex problem-solving, and innovative infrastructure designs. Drive business-aligned solutions, ensuring system reliability and disaste...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing cloud infrastructure and enhancing application quality, leveraging DevOps practices to ensure reliability, performance, and efficient automation across our d...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $153K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing a complex, 24/7 SAP environment. You'll ensure system uptime, drive performance improvements, and support business operations through innovative solutions an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Create streamlined systems that enhance team productivity and efficiency. Drive integration and automation across platforms while ensuring data integrity and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$63K - $133K *

Empower clients by ensuring effective cloud migrations and integrations. Drive customer success as a Cloud Integrations Engineer, collaborating across teams to optimize services and maintain strong re...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Empower customer success through expertly managing cloud migrations, technical integrations, and optimizing service delivery while fostering strong client relationships in a fast-paced, collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $211K *

Advance your career as you lead a talented engineering team through the full spacecraft design lifecycle, shaping the future of avionics for innovative space missions while fostering collaboration acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $216K *

Unlock potential by integrating complex systems to enhance U.S. air travel safety. Collaborate across teams ensuring accurate data flow, layout customization, and operational support in fast-paced env...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $166K *

Lead the charge in platform engineering and application support. Collaborate with development teams to streamline deployment processes, ensuring secure and efficient operation within Kubernetes enviro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's building resilient infrastructure for a global medical AI platform. Apply your SRE expertise to enhance performance, reduce toil, and refine incident response, making a meaningful i...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Play a key role in maintaining system performance and resolving complex technical issues across multiple platforms, ensuring compliance with SLAs, and enhancing operational efficiencies in a fast-pace...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Manage a talented engineering team, driving software development and community collaboration while maintaining high-quality standards and executing on ambitious goals effectively. Engage directly with...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion logistics and coordination across procurement, leasing, and operations to ensure optimal deployment and tracking of GPU infrastructure, enhancing transparency and efficiency while building la...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $152K *

Elevate your career by driving innovation through hands-on API development and integration. Collaborate across teams to enhance data exchange and improve system efficiencies in a dynamic AWS GovCloud...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform observability solutions that enhance customer insights and operational efficiency. Collaborate with clients to design and implement impactful frameworks, ensuring effective communication and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $175K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing our infrastructure, automating deployments, and ensuring security through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Bring your expertise to enhance our clou...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver exceptional client-focused solutions through hands-on support and optimization of monitoring technologies. Partner with teams to enhance system performance and ensure clients fully leverage So...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead IT operations for a major state department, ensuring technology aligns with strategic goals. Drive modernization and enhance service delivery while fostering collaborat...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's committed to operational excellence in a 24/7 Managed Services environment. Your leadership will drive service performance, governance, and continuous improvement, ensuring optimal...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $158K *

Transform your career by designing and architecting robust network solutions across diverse environments. Take the lead in complex troubleshooting and mentor the next generation of engineers while ens...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $182K *

Build a future-ready platform by enhancing program integrity through cloud solutions and advanced automation, while mentoring peers and driving secure, efficient DevSecOps practices across critical pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $146K *

Take ownership of the Healthy Planet application, guiding design, governance, and strategic direction. Collaborate across Epic platforms, lead initiatives, and ensure alignment with best practices to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to manage complex global IT projects, ensuring operational governance and audit readiness. Collaborate across multiple functions to enhance systems and processes within a fast-pace...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with us to lead complex IT projects for the Department of Corrections. Oversee systems integration and new Data Management capabilities, ensuring project delivery aligns with business goals and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the job duties of a Linux System Administrator?question toggle

    A Linux System Administrator is typically responsible for maintaining system efficiency, ensuring that the system infrastructure runs smoothly and reliably, and securing the company’s information systems.

  • What skills do employers look for in a Linux System Administrator candidate?question toggle

    Top employers usually look for skills such as proficiency in Linux OS, experience with Linux server, shell scripting abilities, problem-solving skills, and familiarity with network protocols and database management.

  • What kind of Linux System Administrator jobs are available on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders hosts a wide variety of Linux System Administrator jobs, ranging from junior level to senior level positions, across various industries. All jobs listed on Ladders pay $100k or more.