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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$170K - $231K *

Unlock potential by leading vulnerability management initiatives, collaborating with industry leaders, and addressing critical open-source security challenges to advance AI supply chains and standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to lead strategic initiatives driving infrastructure and technology modernization across various corporate functions. Champion risk reduction and operational excellence to achieve alig...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $102K *

Innovate with your expertise as a Technical Business Analyst, supporting government programs by translating complex business needs into actionable technical specifications, ensuring compliance with fe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$150K - $250K *

Elevate trading solutions by developing impactful C++ applications that enhance equity trading platforms, leveraging AI and collaboration to optimize performance and user experience for trading profes...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$208K - $312K *

Help us design and build an innovative agentic interface for seamless task execution, combining AI with interactive systems across multiple platforms while ensuring trust and reliability in user inter...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Empower your career by contributing to backend C# and T-SQL development. Engage in optimizing performance and enhancing import product functionality within a dynamic team, all while adhering to best p...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage technical and administrative tasks in Empower, supporting system implementation and maintenance while ensuring expertise in earned value management and reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform IT support operations by leading the Service Desk team, ensuring seamless service continuity, driving best practices, and enhancing user productivity through strategic planning and technical...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$61K - $99K *

Empower our Network Services team by managing permits, easements, and leases for facility placements. Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure compliance and expedite processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Transform global technology alliances by owning strategy, driving go-to-market execution, and fostering executive relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to create impactful partnerships that en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in high-impact IT project management to ensure successful project execution, integrate vendor and client efforts, and maintain compliance with contractual obligations critical to Medicaid initi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $158K *

Architect the development and optimization of ServiceNow ITOM/ITSM modules, ensuring top-tier performance and integration. Utilize your expertise to enhance configurations while fostering collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales success by providing expert technical guidance and client solutions in the commercial real estate sector, enhancing workflows with an AI-first approach while collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$106K - $153K *

Drive product vision and strategy for RF Site products, leading cross-functional teams to deliver market-focused solutions that meet customer needs and enhance product value. Collaborate closely with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$204K - $327K *

Empower a high-performing engineering team by steering technical direction, fostering collaboration, and ensuring aligned delivery toward business goals across platform areas like Infrastructure, DevE...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $169K *

Optimize system reliability and performance as you tackle complex engineering challenges. Engage with a dynamic team to monitor, respond to incidents, and develop automation tools vital for maintainin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the enterprise data and AI platform landscape by owning its complete lifecycle and strategy. Drive innovation through modern architectures, ensuring security and integration while leading te...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $170K *

Lead the design and documentation of modular systems, enhancing collaboration with engineering and production teams to deliver innovative and efficient solutions while driving quality and standardizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform mainframe batch operations and scheduling through expert-level JCL and Control M/EM management. Collaborate with teams to drive modernization and ensure system stability, performance, and in...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $203K *

Join our team as you lead the design and development of advanced cloud infrastructure, ensuring secure and compliant data services that foster innovation and efficiency in engineering projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $230K *

Drive the engineering platform for IGA/IAM, managing environments, pipelines, and operations. Lead a global team, ensuring security, compliance, and reliability as you enhance client delivery and supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by building scalable, maintainable applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver exceptional end-to-end experiences and drive innovation i...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive client success by managing deliverables, overseeing engagement projects, and fostering associate development, all while ensuring client satisfaction through proactive relationship management and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $127K *

Advocate for cloud innovation, optimizing client onboarding and IT deployment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective solution implementation across Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Linux environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Execute innovative design and implementation of large-scale Zero Trust solutions. Lead systems engineering initiatives, collaborating with diverse teams to align with DoD requirements and enhance secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.