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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$105K - $115K *

Empower impactful ServiceNow implementations through strategic leadership and client engagement. Drive solutions from scoping to delivery while enhancing operational efficiencies and ensuring post-imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity measures and governance to protect digital assets, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to mitigate risks and respond effectively to incidents, e...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing application security protocols throughout the software development life cycle. Collaborate with teams to enforce best practices while ensuring compliance with federal stan...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to design and scale innovative software solutions that enhance user experiences. Collaborate cross-functionally and lead technical initiatives, while mentoring others and shaping t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $125K *

Optimize data pipelines and models across key domains to enhance decision-making. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality data solutions while managing complex projects and ensuring data govern...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen AI datacenter infrastructure, overseeing all project management aspects. Ensure timely delivery, budget compliance, and cross-functional collaboration while addr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$210K - $230K *

Contribute to the development of autonomous restaurant operations software that enhances guest experiences, optimizes revenue, and innovates interactions, while collaborating cross-functionally in a f...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that drives innovation in enterprise applications, leading the development of robust Java/J2EE solutions for a critical Air Force modernization project, enhancing system performance and se...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $135K *

Lead the charge in integrating security within the software development lifecycle, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while managing cloud and infrastructure operations in a fully remote set...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage in pioneering security strategies for a production platform, handling PCI DSS 4.0 compliance and SOC 2 monitoring. Drive security architecture for container workloads, enhancing security withou...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive platform evolution as a Senior Engineer, leading architecture and development of scalable services while mentoring teams and optimizing infrastructure for growth and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join our innovative Platform team as a strategic Senior Engineer, enhancing core products through scalable services and optimized infrastructure while mentoring engineers and leading technical initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead the evolution of core platform systems, collaborating with teams to enhance scalability and resilience while mentoring engineers and guiding complex technical initiatives in a hands-on role...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise infrastructure solutions, focusing on virtualization, server, and storage technologies to ensure seamless operations and recovery across critical h...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform client outcomes by leveraging your Epic expertise and mentoring skills. Collaborate effectively with teams for successful project execution, driving unique solutions tailored to each client...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $135K *

Drive the support and enhancement of virtual desktop and application environments. Collaborate on solutions, manage projects, and ensure operational excellence while providing 24x7 on-call support in...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $135K *

Pioneer innovative virtual desktop solutions by providing expert support, troubleshooting, and project management. Collaborate with teams to enhance application delivery and ensure optimal performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $191K *

Champion customer success as a Senior Customer Success Engineer, leveraging technical expertise in data backup and recovery to enhance outcomes for clients. Drive adoption, optimize solutions, and eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $163K *

Empower innovation by developing a self-service application platform for AWS, utilizing Jenkins and Terraform to automate workflows and enhance security. Collaborate across teams to deliver robust, sc...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K *

Engage in driving effective product support by managing issues, enhancing processes, and collaborating across teams to ensure smooth operations and improved user experience while ensuring clear commun...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Pioneer the future of litigation support as you manage IT systems for DOJ, optimizing automated resources for complex legal proceedings. Join our remote team to enhance system performance and ensure c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$127K - $175K *

Transform enterprise telephony and contact center capabilities by leading modernization initiatives in cloud-aligned architectures. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance telecom solutions focused...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovation in DevSecOps by leveraging your expertise in Kubernetes, Terraform, and CI/CD to enhance the Platform One initiative for the US Air Force, ensuring compliance with cybersecurity stand...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Help us design and deploy innovative machine learning solutions for satellite imagery analytics, focusing on computer vision and predictive modeling. Collaborate with experts to enhance ML processes a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of payments by architecting resilient, mission-critical systems that handle millions of transactions daily. Lead technical delivery and operational excellence while fostering engineer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.