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  • *Travel Project Manager, Data Center*

    $90K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Grow your career with a leading data center project manager role overseeing operations, safety, and finance. Champion team success while guiding diverse technicians through various projects that prioritize quality and efficiency.
    Requirements: 5+ years data center experience, 2+ years project management, valid driver license.
  • Technical Project Manager, FAA

    $125K — $225K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Join a team that's leading the implementation of communication systems, managing multiple high-stakes projects, and ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints for critical infrastructure across FAA operations.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree, 10+ years in project management, strong leadership, travel 50%.
  • Engineering Manager, DGX Cloud Production Engineering

    $224K — $356K *US-AnywhereRemote
    Empower a dynamic team in building scalable GPU infrastructure. Lead operations and automation for Kubernetes environments, enhancing production readiness and driving engineering excellence through collaboration and innovative practices.
    Requirements: BS/MS in Computer Science; 8+ years experience, 2+ years in leadership.
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    Technical Support Engineer, Drone as First Responder (DFR)

    $95K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Discover a role where you take ownership of complex technical support for Drone as First Responder operations, ensuring customer success through expert troubleshooting and clear communication across cross-functional teams.
    Requirements: FAA Part 107 certification, 4+ years tech support experience, strong troubleshooting, SaaS familiarity.
  • Program Manager

    $90K — $130K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Champion large-scale IT contract support operations, coordinating teams across locations, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance while liaising with government stakeholders to execute project plans and drive success in an evolving environment.
    Requirements: 10+ years in IT project management; PMP preferred; must be eligible for clearance.
  • Integrated Testing Engineer

    $80K — $110K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Drive integrated testing excellence by leading cross-disciplinary teams to ensure technical readiness and performance validation for customer solutions, enhancing project delivery and customer satisfaction with high-quality execution.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree + 2+ years in engineering/project management; skills in MS Office.
  • Sr. Technical Business Systems Analyst

    $100K — $130K *San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person
    Discover an exciting opportunity to bridge business needs with technical expertise, optimizing systems and driving innovation in the financial services sector. Collaborate across teams to ensure strategic alignment and efficiency in product delivery.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 5+ years experience in banking technical analysis; Agile proficiency.
  • Lead Project Manager – Power Plants

    $100K — $130K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Grow your career with a senior Lead Project Manager role, supporting complex litigation projects for a federal agency. You'll coordinate multiple projects, ensuring quality and timely delivery, while managing a team in a fast-paced, remote environment.
    Requirements: 6+ years in litigation support, 1+ year PM experience, eDiscovery tools expertise.
  • Training Requirements Manager

    $90K — $130K *San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person
    Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous vessel training by leading strategy and scaling programs across diverse platforms. Ensure mission-ready personnel with innovative curriculum and delivery models for complex systems.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 5+ years in product management or training systems required.
  • Sr Benefits Analyst

    $75K — $95K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Elevate your expertise by managing U.S. benefits programs, ensuring compliance, and optimizing employee experience. Collaborate across regions, lead open enrollment, and drive continuous improvements in benefits administration with data-driven insights.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 3-5 years U.S. benefits admin experience; Workday HRIS proficiency.
  • Senior Solutions Consultant

    $110K — $130K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Provide strategic guidance and solutions to enhance customer experiences, leading technical demonstrations and discovery sessions while mentoring team members. Leverage insights to create actionable plans that bridge government and citizen connections.
    Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; 5+ years in consulting or technical roles.
  • Automated Test Engineer

    $104K — $166K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Optimize automated testing strategies across multiple projects, ensuring quality and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software functionality through rigorous testing and automation solutions.
    Requirements: BS/BA; 3-12 years experience; active TS/SCI clearance; Agile; Selenium; CI/CD.
  • Chief Software Architect

    $230K — $285K *San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person
    Lead the charge in defining the architectural vision for scalable, AI-integrated software solutions. Collaborate with multiple senior leaders to align strategies and set standards that drive innovation across portfolio products and platforms.
    Requirements: Bachelor's/Master's in Software Engineering; 10+ years in software design.
  • Sr. Integration Success Engineer

    $96K — $120K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Unlock potential by serving as a technical partner for financial institutions, guiding integration architecture, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring successful SDK and API utilization throughout the integration lifecycle.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree, 4-6 years in integration, strong understanding of REST APIs.
  • Front End SW Engineer - iOS / Web - iCloud

    $120K — $150K *San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person
    Bring your expertise to our innovative team crafting exceptional user experiences for iCloud Mail. Collaborate on complex products across platforms, enhancing functionalities while maintaining high performance and quality standards.
    Requirements: 3+ yrs iOS/macOS/web app engineering; strong system-level engineering exp.
  • Front End SW Engineer - iOS / Web - iCloud

    $130K — $160K *San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person
    Grow your career with an innovative team dedicated to creating top-tier iCloud Mail experiences on iOS, macOS, and the Web. Collaborate on building performance-driven client frameworks while shaping the future of user interactions.
    Requirements: 7+ years in iOS/macOS/web engineering; experience with APIs and high-performance systems.
  • Senior Azure Data & Automation Engineer

    $100K — $150K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Advance cloud innovation by designing and automating robust Azure solutions. Utilize your expertise in software engineering, DevOps, and data engineering to create scalable, secure applications, while mentoring teams in a collaborative Agile environment.
    Requirements: 5+ years experience in software engineering, Azure, CI/CD, C#, .NET Core.
  • Lead Product Security Engineer

    $120K — $160K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Help us enhance product security and team collaboration through hands-on expertise in application security, CI/CD, cloud environments, and incident response, driving innovative solutions in a dynamic, growth-oriented setting.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 5+ years in product security; strong coding skills; PKI expertise.
  • Sr. Business Intelligence Developer/Hybrid - 139825

    $125K — $140K *San Diego, CA (San Diego County)Hybrid
    Elevate business intelligence solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining analytics that support decision-making for leadership, faculty, and staff within a collaborative Health Sciences environment.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree + 5 years experience in BI; strong SQL, Tableau skills.
  • AI Security Engineer

    $160K — $180K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Pioneer robust AI security measures to enhance compliance and resilience across AI systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while driving risk mitigation and efficiency through innovative security engineering and governance strategies.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree; 5+ years security experience; AI/ML systems expertise.
  • Executive Recruiter - Federal

    $134K — $241K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Join a team that's shaping talent strategies to attract top executives across industries. You'll collaborate with senior leaders to enhance recruitment processes, ensuring a competitive edge in hiring and a positive candidate experience.
    Requirements: 15+ years recruiting exp; BA/BS in HR, Business, or related field.
  • Sr Principal Engineer - Software

    $142K — $213K *San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person
    Lead the charge in engineering cutting-edge enterprise solutions across multiple projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align with mission-critical objectives and drive technological advancements in R&D activities.
    Requirements: Bachelor's in STEM + 8 yrs exp; Java 21+, Spring, EIP proficiency required.
  • Lead Automation Engineer PA-Auto-2026-Q2-JB006

    $110K — $130K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Empower mission-critical financial systems as a Lead Automation Engineer, utilizing Blue Prism, Python, and advanced AI techniques. Architect an AI-augmented SDLC and collaborate cross-functionally to develop automated solutions and optimize performance.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree, 7+ years experience in C#, .NET, Python; Blue Prism expertise.
  • #2626 Senior Logistician (LG40) San Diego, CA

    $80K — $110K *San Diego, CA (San Diego County)In-Person
    Support logistics operations by managing vital Waterfront processes, ensuring timely materials and information flow to maximize Combat System readiness and efficiency across various teams to enhance mission success.
    Requirements: Bachelor's degree & 7-9 years logistics experience or 10-12 years without.
  • Senior Security Engineer

    $150K — $185K *US-AnywhereRemote in United States
    Drive security engineering initiatives across applications, APIs, and cloud infrastructure, enhancing automation, integration and securing development workflows to prevent security vulnerabilities and streamline remediation processes.
    Requirements: Bachelor's or Master's in CS/Cybersecurity; 4+ years DevSecOps experience; coding skills.

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FAQ About Linux System Administrator Jobs in San Diego, CA

What are the job duties of a Linux System Administrator?

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?

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?

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.