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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$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of security by leading initiatives to enhance software development, cloud environments, and AI systems. Collaborate closely with teams to embed security practices, assess risks, and m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive the F135 engine repair and overhaul processes, ensuring fleet readiness and operational excellence in an exciting international setting. Your leadership and expertise...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$211K - $349K *

Elevate your career by driving subscription sales of Red Hat Ansible Automation Platform in the naval sector. You'll develop strategic opportunities, deliver impactful presentations, and enhance custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Oversee large-scale IT transformation projects across multiple hospital locations, focusing on network remediation and system migration. Engage directly with users and vendors to ensure successful imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $152K *

Champion advanced enterprise security initiatives, drive cybersecurity maturity, and lead incident response efforts while optimizing cloud and operational security across diverse environments with a c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to modernize fiscal data processes and enhance financial reporting. Streamline user access while ensuring compliance and operational excellence within project timeli...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$200K - $240K *

Optimize your career by leading a dynamic Infrastructure team. Drive architectural discussions, manage team performance, and ensure operational excellence, all while collaborating with cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Accelerate project delivery by managing IT initiatives through structured planning, robust communication, and effective stakeholder engagement, ensuring successful execution from inception to closure...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of release management for critical infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance across various systems. Engage in hands-on deployments, enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Explore critical safety engineering in the DoD acquisition lifecycle for advanced weapon systems. Collaborate across teams, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing national defense cap...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $125K *

Join a team that's innovating healthcare analytics through software engineering, designing robust applications, and collaborating across departments to drive client success while enhancing your techni...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $157K *

Take ownership of substation projects by leading relay settings engineering, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring quality standards while contributing to innovative energy solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$164K - $229K *

The New Ad Formats team at Reddit is seeking a skilled full stack engineer to build innovative ad experiences and enhance ad performance on the platform. This role involves collaborating with product...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$133K - $222K *

Optimize your career by leading enterprise applications strategy, managing a high-performing IT team, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to enhance business value through innovative applica...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $174K *

Innovate cloud infrastructure and developer tooling, enhancing reliability and observability while collaborating with teams to enable efficient service delivery and improve the overall developer exper...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Unlock your potential by developing impactful Power BI solutions to drive data insights for federal clients, leveraging Power Apps and Power Automate to enhance reporting and analytics in a collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate the evolution of secure and scalable Azure cloud solutions. Lead design, automation, and governance initiatives while mentoring teams to optimize performance and achieve enterprise moderniz...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $100K *

Elevate operational effectiveness by designing automation systems, driving adoption, and supporting end-to-end product outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable workflows an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Launch your career as a Security Operations Analyst, where you'll enhance security infrastructure, drive incident response, and partner with IT teams to strengthen defenses in a dynamic and impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Software Engineer, architecting scalable data systems and mentoring teams. Collaborate to align technical strategies with business goals, solving complex challenges to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure uptime and reliability of a cutting-edge HPC platform. Leverage your SRE skills to tackle operational challenges and implement systemic improvements for ongoing high avai...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining education through cutting-edge software and AI. As a senior engineer, you'll design and implement innovative AI-driven features, collaborating directly with founders whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion the eDiscovery process by overseeing data specialists, ensuring quality and compliance with litigation support methodologies for complex legal scenarios. Collaborate remotely to drive efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$111K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping superior wireless solutions through expert oversight of design, installation, and validation processes, ensuring compliance with Air Force and Space Force standards across g...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$138K - $173K *

Accelerate the evolution of our cutting-edge Cloud Ecosystem by leading a high-performing engineering team. Own product vision, enhance developer experiences, and drive operational excellence with AI...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.