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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$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building and optimizing scalable DevOps, IT, and Security operations. Drive strategic initiatives, foster team collaboration, and ensure robust system availability and security in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Drive the life cycle management of diverse physical security systems while ensuring operational excellence through collaboration with vendors and internal teams. Enhance security standards and swiftly...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Elevate your career by driving AI innovations in mental healthcare. Design robust systems that bridge architecture and research, ensuring excellence and safety in patient engagement and provider workf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Join a dedicated team as an Accounting & Finance Systems Manager, overseeing the NetSuite ERP and related platforms to drive enhancements. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop scalable solutions a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence by supporting application and cloud systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance technology solutions, develop integrations, and troubleshoot issues, ensuring high perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $207K *

Elevate your career as you manage and optimize critical data assets, ensuring quality and accessibility across systems. Drive data governance, improve operational efficiency, and lead cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $210K *

Lead the creative vision and direction of a growing SaaS brand, inspiring a talented team while ensuring consistent brand expression across multiple channels. Partner cross-functionally to enhance dig...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading cloud transformation as a Senior DevOps Engineer. Collaborate with diverse teams to build and manage scalable, secure systems using AWS and Kubernetes, driving efficienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Join our infrastructure team to enhance our cloud architecture, ensuring secure, scalable, and reliable systems that power groundbreaking AI projects. Collaborate cross-functionally in a dynamic start...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $174K *

Drive strategic data engineering efforts to transform technical data into actionable insights, ensuring program efficiency and effective communication of investment trade-offs to high-level Army leade...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Grow your career with an opportunity to lead critical data center commissioning projects, driving technical excellence and strategic execution in dynamic environments. Collaborate with cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by managing multiple projects in a global legal software environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure successful implementation, driving impactful solutions for clients...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$228K - $412K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of platform architecture, leading diverse teams to shape innovative solutions across enterprise and commercial landscapes, ensuring customer success through strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $206K *

Lead strategic growth and client engagement in the technology sector. Drive go-to-market strategies, foster partnerships, and mentor cross-functional teams while positioning the company as a go-to par...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead automated testing initiatives to enhance quality and performance of critical Air Force IT systems. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to develop and implement comprehensive testing strateg...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $140K *

Lead the design and development of innovative applications. Collaborate with agile teams to enhance system capabilities while ensuring performance, security, and scalability. Drive technical decisions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage as a key member of the Red Team, leveraging your expertise to identify security gaps in cloud and corporate infrastructure while collaborating to enhance detection capabilities and overall secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team focused on enhancing customer satisfaction and retention in the Automotive Refinish industry. Leverage your experience in building relationships and analyzing performance metrics t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of mission-critical applications by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on system reliability and operational excellence. Drive modern practices within AWS environments for sca...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Drive your career with this AI Developer role focusing on ML model creation and full-stack application development. Collaborate across teams to build scalable, high-performance AI solutions in an inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the growth and direction of cross-functional engineering teams, guiding talent to achieve ambitious goals while ensuring robust data architecture and infrastructure, all in a collaborative, incl...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Tackle customer satisfaction as a Performance Manager, ensuring accountability and success in the Automotive Refinish sector. Build strong relationships, conduct audits, analyze KPIs, and manage budge...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering Workday solutions, overseeing project lifecycles from inception to handover while fostering client relationships and coordinating diverse teams for optimal performance an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $129K *

Shape the future of energy by providing expert instrumentation and controls support. Partner with team members to ensure reliable operation of power generation systems through maintenance, troubleshoo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $305K *

Join us to advance Tetragon's observability and security capabilities. As a Technical Leader, you'll guide architecture and development while solving complex system challenges to enhance performance a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.