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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$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud infrastructure, leveraging your system administration skills and automation expertise to support enterprise digitization initiatives within a collaborative environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Deliver exceptional IT consulting by managing technology infrastructures for diverse clients. Support system health, enhance processes, and engage in complex problem-solving while collaborating effect...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of enterprise network operations, security, and infrastructure while managing and sustaining an integrated IT environment with a focus on routing, switching, and network security tech...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Deliver expert administration and management of ClearPath OS2200 systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with teams to enhance services, support integration, and drive continuo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Engage in innovative solutions as a Senior Systems Engineer, championing customer satisfaction and providing top-notch technical support while documenting processes and training new staff within a dyn...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team as a Systems Administrator, driving the efficient use of SaaS collaboration platforms. Elevate internal processes with your technical expertise while ensuring robust system secur...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing hosting infrastructure while designing a next-gen DevOps pipeline. You'll evaluate and improve systems, contribute documentation, and ensure compliance with pri...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$66K - $106K *

Empower operations as a System Administrator for MODES III, managing AWS and on-prem cloud systems. Ensure system security, availability, and performance while collaborating with DevOps teams to suppo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $205K *

Optimize cyber security strategies and execution within industrial control systems, focusing on advanced threat detection, security analysis, and system hardening while leading lab environment develop...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Join a team dedicated to ensuring compliance with STIG standards, configuring RHEL systems, validating security measures, and utilizing advanced scripting to enhance security operations across virtual...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $134K *

Champion the future of enterprise infrastructure by ensuring reliability, security, and performance across systems. Lead technical deployments and team guidance while supporting cybersecurity measures...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative system solutions and technical leadership for complex applications. Contribute to design, analysis, and project management while guiding less experienced resou...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Join us to design and maintain critical integrations across our technology stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data flow and drive automation, enhancing operational effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $244K *

Help us manage and enhance IT infrastructure in a dynamic remote environment. You'll lead system administration, ensuring optimal performance and security while collaborating with diverse teams to mee...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $195K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of Linux Kernel development, designing and implementing new features while integrating cutting-edge CPU technology. Collaborate closely with engineers and vendors t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $141K *

Play a key role in analyzing and optimizing complex business processes, facilitating change management through collaboration with stakeholders, and delivering strategic insights to improve operational...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Empower the future of technology infrastructure by creating effective management plans, leading system operations, and ensuring optimal performance of applications and hardware in a dynamic, supportiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to critical infrastructure solutions by supervising system operations, optimizing performance, and ensuring quality support. Engage with innovative technologies to enhance user experience a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Optimize system performance through implementation, troubleshooting, and administration of hardware and software. Collaborate on technical documentation and support, ensuring compliance with security...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Optimize database performance and security by managing Oracle databases, executing effective backup strategies, and supporting DevOps collaboration for high availability and continuous delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the management of complex systems across Windows, Linux, and Azure services, ensuring optimal performance and security while providing 7x24 on-call support in a collaborative team environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion the governance and administration of Microsoft 365 services, enhancing secure access and compliance across environments. Lead collaboration configurations, manage identity governance, and sup...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing cybersecurity for veterans' healthcare by securing complex systems, supporting cloud migration, and ensuring compliance with federal standards across healthcare envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop embedded software for IoT devices, focusing on hardware security integration. Engage in all design, development, and testing phases within a collaborative cloud environm...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $125K *

Lead the charge in modernizing cloud infrastructure and managing systems administration, identity governance, and automation to enhance agility and efficiency across environments, ensuring robust secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.