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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$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to enhance our SaaS infrastructure by troubleshooting issues, implementing solutions, and ensuring system reliability, security, and performance while fostering a colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping industrial automation strategies that enhance operational efficiency and reliability. Oversee complex system design and implementation while mentoring engineering teams to a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $95K *

Champion a robust Active Directory infrastructure, ensuring operational stability, security, and performance in a 24x7 environment. Collaborate across teams to support enterprise services while adheri...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $151K *

Unlock technology solutions by managing hardware and software systems for a critical satellite navigation program, ensuring reliability and performance to meet evolving mission demands for military an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $146K *

Unlock potential by driving advanced healthcare IT solutions, enhancing system performance, security, and integration across diverse medical technologies while collaborating with various departments t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $199K *

Elevate national security by administering and optimizing enterprise virtual environments. Your expertise in virtualization and collaboration with cross-functional teams will drive mission-critical IT...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $199K *

Take ownership of ensuring the stability and security of virtual server platforms, optimizing resources across Windows and Linux. Support critical operations while maintaining compliance and enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $199K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of national defense by ensuring the stability and security of enterprise virtual server platforms, optimizing resources, and managing compliance for high-availabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $199K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing national defense. In this role, you will manage and optimize enterprise-level virtual server platforms, ensuring their security and availability across divers...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join the charge in enhancing our technology landscape. Drive the design and implementation of robust IT infrastructure systems, ensuring their scalability, security, and high availability across cloud...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $215K *

Lead the development of AWS infrastructure and CI/CD processes, ensuring high availability, security, and observability for a wildfire detection platform. Collaborate across teams to optimize deployme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $243K *

Champion high-performance compute solutions while providing exceptional technical support to customers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and drive innovation in te...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing IT systems, ensuring optimal performance, and troubleshooting technical issues while providing expert support for infrastructure and operations, all in a secure environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $119K *

Make your mark at the forefront of IT leadership, overseeing the City’s systems and cybersecurity initiatives. You will drive strategic projects, mentor staff, and enhance resilience across cloud and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $197K *

Transform your software engineering career by leading multi-disciplinary teams in designing and developing advanced C#/C++ applications, while mentoring junior engineers in a dynamic environment focus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Champion advanced missile systems development by leading requirements management, verification, and validation initiatives. Collaborate with multi-site teams to ensure compliance with rigorous defense...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining corporate infrastructure with cutting-edge AI tooling, focusing on security and internal operations. Lead the evolution of our SaaS stack and enhance corporate identity t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Execute the daily configuration and operations of systems, encompassing comprehensive management in clinical technology to enhance performance and support users effectively in a fast-paced environment...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Innovate data governance through effective Box administration, managing user access, enforcing policies, and enhancing data security. Collaborate with IT teams to ensure optimal data lifecycle managem...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $90K *

Transform complex hardware failures into reliable solutions by analyzing GPU, CPU, and server environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance RMA processes, vendor interactions, and l...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$75K - $95K *

Drive the design and management of enterprise networks, ensuring operational readiness and effective training support. Collaborate with teams to enhance network infrastructure across varied environmen...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive enterprise network operations by designing, configuring, and maintaining robust computer networks to ensure operational readiness and support training environments. Collaborate with teams to opt...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate our infrastructure by designing scalable systems for AI/ML workloads. Collaborate closely with teams to implement reliable monitoring, incident response, and automation processes that enable r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $187K *

Oversee the development and maintenance of mission-focused web applications in a dynamic, containerized Linux environment while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qualit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $187K *

Deliver innovative solutions as a Software Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and sustain mission-focused web applications in a dynamic Kubernetes environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.