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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$165K - $185K *

Shape the future of large-scale GPU cluster architectures by optimizing designs within power constraints while ensuring peak performance across all components and services. Collaborate with cross-func...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Deliver innovative software solutions to enhance online publications across platforms, ensuring quality and compliance while optimizing user experience and analytical insights for scholarly content...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by engineering seamless data integrations between complex EHR systems and our innovative platform. Empower clinicians with actionable insights to enhance patient care and outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $114K *

Transform your career with a key role ensuring legal rights for land use, preparing permits, and collaborating with diverse teams and stakeholders to support successful facility construction within a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$195K - $245K *

Unlock potential by conducting vital growth research studies for the product team. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine user experiences across onboarding, acquisition, and activation, dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$146K - $183K *

Unlock potential by driving growth-focused research, enhancing user adoption and product value through comprehensive studies, compelling partnerships, and actionable insights within the product landsc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$73K - $111K *

Inspire change by leading complex integrations for strategic customers. You'll collaborate cross-functionally to design solutions that connect diverse systems and enhance client operations, ensuring s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's tackling complex challenges with analytical precision. Lead and assess programs, provide strategic insights to leadership, and drive enterprise improvements while fostering stakehol...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering superior IT infrastructure support. Manage virtualized environments, enhance system integrity, and implement cloud solutions while ensuring compliance with s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead technology strategies and enhance IT operations, ensuring performance, resiliency, and innovation across specialty areas like network and security, while managing relationships with vendors and i...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Engineer robust infrastructure solutions by automating processes, optimizing CI/CD, and managing Kubernetes deployments. Collaborate with teams to enhance system reliability, security, and performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your software engineering skills by driving the development of essential features within a collaborative, agile team environment while maintaining the integrity of a diverse codebase...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$220K - $311K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare revenue cycles by developing strategic operations, driving client relationships, and enhancing team capabilities to ensure financial and operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $315K *

Drive best-in-class software delivery by partnering with engineering teams, optimizing workflows, and leaving behind reusable tools to enhance productivity across diverse environments. Contribute to a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading cybersecurity governance and compliance efforts. Oversee information assurance processes while collaborating with diverse teams to secure mission-critical operations in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $150K *

Advance EDA's Records Management Program by leading assessments and standardizing practices for digital and electronic records across six regional offices, fostering sustainable information management...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $172K *

Contribute to the development of backend systems for vulnerability management, improving workflows for GitLab's customers. Collaborate with a cross-functional team, ship features with minimal guidance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $260K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable backend components for our blockchain network. Collaborate within a dynamic team to design, code, and enhance production-grade software, ensuring reliability and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform IT infrastructure by leading the design and implementation of scalable systems. Ensure reliability while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams to enhance performance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Analyze and maintain detailed construction schedules to ensure timely project delivery. Collaborate with project teams, track progress, and proactively manage risks to optimize performance in dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Elevate marketing efficiency by designing and implementing AI-driven applications on a robust data platform. Collaborate across teams to optimize workflows, ensuring data integrity and security while...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$156K - $215K *

Transform data services by leading the design and operations of cutting-edge distributed systems at scale across multi-cloud infrastructures, driving automation and collaboration with global engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving clinical adoption through effective implementation of digital cognitive assessment technologies. Enhance client experiences by optimizing workflows and ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $115K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by automating and enhancing system performance, supporting automation tools, and collaborating with teams to optimize AWS operations and Linux systems in a dyn...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a senior support engineer, tackling complex technical challenges for enterprise customers while driving system improvements and mentoring fellow engineers in a collaborative env...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.