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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$69K - $90K *

Shape the future of education by providing consultative support to Career and Technical Education programs, enhancing operational procedures and fostering collaboration between districts and education...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$142K - $271K *

Lead execution of spacecraft programs by partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure technical and financial success, while maintaining high customer satisfaction and compliance with government r...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team in a remote role to enhance infrastructure reliability and automate processes, ensuring top-notch performance and scalability for mission-critical applications in a collaborative e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform user experiences by building and enhancing engaging front-end solutions. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to maintain high-quality standards while driving innovation in product...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$88K - $139K *

Optimize technical support for government and commercial systems, driving customer satisfaction through remote and onsite assistance in a collaborative environment. Engage with diverse teams to ensure...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Partner with us to design, manage, and enhance the RSA Archer eGRC solutions. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders, effective project management, and driving continuous improvements in r...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $188K *

Lead the charge in managing complex service programs to drive value realization and enhance customer outcomes through strategic governance and team collaboration, while cultivating strong stakeholder...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Innovate the security landscape by driving cloud, network, and infrastructure security across multiple platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enforce policies and create resilient archi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing end-to-end AI project lifecycles, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative data solutions for federal clients while ensuring alignment on goals and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $237K *

Elevate air traffic management by applying advanced engineering and operational knowledge to develop, integrate, and modernize Air Traffic Control systems, ensuring they meet future aviation needs and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $169K *

Elevate your career as a Staff Software Engineer, driving innovation in our data infrastructure. Lead cross-functional efforts to enhance analytics capabilities, optimize data services, and mentor a t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $100K *

Support the EPA by providing essential Help Desk assistance and facilitating user onboarding for the Next Generation Grant System, ensuring optimal functionality and user satisfaction while managing t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$110K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping exceptional projects by managing all phases from concept to completion. Ensure timely execution and budget adherence while fostering strong partnerships with clients, contra...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$66K - $106K *

Optimize imaging informatics systems across multiple facilities, ensuring efficient workflows and compliance to support clinical operations and outstanding patient care while collaborating with divers...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Enhance imaging operations by administering PACS and RIS systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency in clinical workflows. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize imaging technology and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $105K *

Help us optimize financial performance through advanced analysis and modeling. Collaborate with business leaders on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic initiatives, providing insights to drive reven...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to build impactful AI-driven solutions, rapidly deploying features that enhance pharmacist and patient communications. Collaborate closely with talented engineers in a fast-paced e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $170K *

Engineer scalable solutions as a Senior Space Systems Engineer, tackling the complexities of space applications. Collaborate with diverse teams, drive project success, and deliver innovative technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by guiding the evolution of ITSM solutions through strategic leadership and architecture expertise. Collaborate across teams to optimize the ServiceNow platform, ensuring alignment wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional environmental solutions. In this role, you'll drive client relationships, spearhead business development efforts, and ensure project success thro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data engineering efforts on an enterprise scale. Collaborate with technical teams to build reliable data products, streamline processes, and optimize data gov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing scalable full-stack applications, optimizing performance, and contributing to cutting-edge AI features within an innovative, agile team environment. Drive operational ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $275K *

Shape the future of CloudOps by leading critical incident management, fostering automation, and enhancing system architecture across a global SaaS platform. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize healthcare operations by designing and supporting Epic applications, ensuring efficient workflows, regulatory compliance, and effective collaboration between IT and clinical teams to enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Oversee data center operations, ensuring reliability, uptime, and performance across multiple sites while managing teams and vendor relationships to drive continuous improvement and operational excell...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.