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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$160K - $210K *

Optimize cloud-based networks and support broadcast systems by leveraging expertise in IT Modernization, Data Enablement, and Hyperautomation, driving solutions with a focus on security and innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $110K *

Explore your technical expertise to enhance critical radio communication systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to support emergency communications, manage infrastructure, and ensure operational reli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-scale finance transformations. Serve as a trusted advisor, optimizing financial operations and driving measurable business outcomes while collaborating with dive...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead EHS initiatives to ensure safety compliance and foster a culture of awareness. Drive the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of environmental, health, and safety programs whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining financial management for the federal government by leading a diverse group, implementing modern accounting systems, and optimizing operational efficiency in support of th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$103K - $135K *

Champion complex projects, driving operational excellence and innovation across teams. Lead cross-functional initiatives from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals while foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Develop and implement comprehensive EHS programs while ensuring compliance with regulations, fostering safety culture, and mitigating operational risks across the organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $200K *

Champion groundbreaking lunar technologies; influence mission concepts and architectures from ideation to execution, ensuring innovative solutions for lunar exploration and systems development. Collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by architecting and implementing advanced network infrastructures, mentoring engineers, and ensuring top-tier delivery across diverse environments while driving process improvement...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Lead the modernization of large-scale AWS cloud platforms. Design, automate, and secure DevSecOps practices to enhance software delivery in a dynamic agile environment, collaborating with cross-functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as you design and enhance cutting-edge cloud solutions for diverse web and mobile platforms. Collaborate across teams to translate product vision into robust software while drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower patient care initiatives by leading data analysis and reporting. This role involves collaborating with diverse teams to enhance quality and efficiency, ensuring data integrity, and providing a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Transform data solutions as a key member of our programming team, enhancing system effectiveness and driving innovations for Navy projects while collaborating in a fully telework environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $124K *

Help us design and develop innovative AI-enabled software solutions for federal clients, ensuring robust performance and user-centric design through collaboration and application of modern engineering...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Lead the charge in transforming higher education outcomes by overseeing customer implementations of our academic operations platform, ensuring seamless adoption through planning, training, and collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

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

$109K - $164K *

Empower your career by leading negotiations and threat intelligence in cyber extortion. Utilize your analytical skills to enhance response strategies, mentor junior analysts, and drive improvements in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a transformative journey in AI-driven software engineering, shaping technical standards and building critical infrastructure across platforms, while directly influencing product development an...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $160K *

Drive new business sales through strategic account and territory planning. Build C-suite relationships, orchestrate account strategies, and act as a trusted advisor to leverage our solutions for custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $100K *

Champion innovation in cloud services by overseeing operations, ensuring system health, and bridging communication across teams. Utilize technical skills to analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $186K *

Drive security success by leading manual application security reviews, collaborating on threat modeling, and improving processes across a diverse product portfolio. This hands-on role demands analytic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading the successful delivery of advanced endpoint implementation projects, leveraging your expertise in cloud technologies and security to enhance customer experiences and ou...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Shape the future of software development by leading the design and implementation of scalable IT solutions while driving architectural decisions and mentoring junior engineers within a collaborative e...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage and optimize our NetSuite ERP system, enhancing performance and driving operational efficiency across departments to support business growth and innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Contribute to engineering designs and proposals for client logistics solutions, driving business growth and operational efficiency while collaborating with teams to enhance distribution center operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Join as a Director of Software Engineering, leading modernization and strategic development across key product lines while fostering innovation in AI adoption and agile practices. Drive team performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.