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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and managing cloud compute systems, ensuring seamless operations, effective capacity planning, and exceptional customer support as part of a dedicated Cloud Operations te...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of defense technology as a Senior Systems Engineer, bridging hardware, firmware, and cloud systems. Drive architecture, ensure coherent product integration, and own critical systems e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive data integrity and security by optimizing SQL Server performance. Engage with clients, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with the DBA team to enhance processes and services, ensuring clients...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring operational reliability across modular and distributed data centers by providing technical leadership, incident management, and mentoring to NOC staff in a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role in network administration, focusing on design, implementation, and security of network infrastructures while managing projects and enhancing operational performanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing healthcare processes by providing expert analysis and support to optimize clinical and business functions across the Veterans Health Administration, ensuring alignment wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Help us empower our clients by leading network design and implementation. You will drive technological excellence and mentor junior engineers while ensuring high-quality delivery across complex networ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $178K *

Advance your career by building and operating compute services for satellite imaging. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance reliability, scalability, and availability of our next-gen imaging p...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engage in enhancing virtual desktop environments by deploying, managing, and optimizing VDI solutions. Collaborate across IT teams to ensure system performance, security compliance, and effective trou...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and CI/CD processes, ensuring reliability and scalability. Collaborate closely with a small team to enhance DevOps practices by leveraging strong backend and infrastructu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $97K *

Lead the charge in managing our Moodle LMS, overseeing Linux servers and application performance while ensuring seamless integration and collaboration with educators and IT teams to enhance user exper...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion the design and implementation of robust security architecture for distributed storage systems, enabling secure, high-performance operations across multi-tenant environments and architecting s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $247K *

Elevate application security by leading initiatives and shaping best practices across multiple programming languages, while collaborating with engineering teams to ensure that security is integrated a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $201K *

Innovate by leading software development for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and deploy robust features while ensuring security and interop...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Champion the management of Azure Virtual Desktop environments, ensuring system security and availability. Collaborate closely with technical teams to optimize performance and support a large user base...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $170K *

Elevate employee experience by owning, optimizing, and enhancing Workday systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and effective solutions while navigating a dynamic environment to supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $104K *

Make your mark at the forefront of data center project management, overseeing asset control and resource allocation while ensuring timely and budget-conscious project delivery. Collaborate with divers...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing customer cloud network systems through expert troubleshooting, configuration management, and comprehensive documentation. Drive incident resolution while ensuring adheren...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of maritime technology by designing, developing, and integrating advanced electronic control systems. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality automation solutions that...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing IT access control and security, enhancing identity practices, and supporting a remote workforce. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure secure, efficient technology expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $105K *

Join a dynamic engineering team, driving the future of cloud automation and operational reliability. Collaborate across departments to enhance CI/CD processes, ensuring resilience and efficiency in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $176K *

Play a key role in designing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, optimizing developer experiences, and ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across teams to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Build and scale essential IT systems for seamless employee operations. Own endpoint engineering, identity management, and security compliance to drive superior IT functionality and support at all orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Oversee cloud operations in a FedRAMP environment, ensuring security, reliability, and scalability. Lead the design, building, and management of complex infrastructure projects while optimizing perfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $124K *

Join a team that's advancing security compliance for federal clients. This hands-on role involves collaboration with engineering teams to ensure regulatory alignment and maintain the security posture...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.