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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$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining mental health care through advanced IT solutions. Oversee technology strategy, implementation, and optimization for critical systems, enhancing operational efficiency and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $154K *

Transform the performance and scalability of cutting-edge OpenShift platforms by analyzing, testing, and optimizing their capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust solutio...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $154K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud technology by testing and analyzing the performance of OpenShift products, ensuring scalability and reliability across customer-facing services for enterp...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Engineer cutting-edge network solutions within a dynamic team to enhance missile defense testing operations. Collaborate closely to ensure systems run efficiently and securely, driving innovation in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Manage and enhance GitLab environments for version control and collaboration, ensuring secure DevSecOps workflows. Drive the implementation of access controls and policies while supporting development...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing vital systems that safeguard national security through advanced cryptographic solutions. Collaborate with experts to enhance compliance and data protection in a dynam...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $115K *

Join a team that transforms IT support by delivering innovative solutions and high-quality service in both remote and onsite environments, ensuring seamless client experiences and handling escalated t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$107K - $179K *

Elevate your career by joining a skilled team, enhancing enterprise infrastructure and IT systems to support national defense missions, while optimizing performance and reliability across diverse tech...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join us to administer and secure Windows systems, enhance IT infrastructure, and ensure operational efficiency. Collaborate with security teams and streamline automation while tackling complex challen...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Champion IT integrity by managing Windows and cloud systems, ensuring security, and driving automation. Collaborate with security teams to enhance compliance and tackle complex challenges in a dynamic...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$93K - $104K *

Transform your career as a Hyper-V Engineer, leading the design and implementation of advanced virtualization solutions while collaborating on global migration initiatives and optimizing cutting-edge...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $330K *

Unlock potential by engaging enterprise customers with innovative data resilience solutions. Leverage your technical expertise and executive presence to drive impactful outcomes in hybrid, multi-cloud...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Play a key role in shaping complex systems as a Senior Systems Engineer, overseeing requirements development, verification, and lifecycle management, while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advanced systems engineering, driving requirements development and verification for critical systems. Collaborate in cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support innovati...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of delivering robust IT infrastructure solutions, ensuring high availability and reliability. Lead strategic projects, enhance processes, and foster vendor relationships to support orga...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $100K *

Elevate IT infrastructure reliability by managing and maintaining server systems, ensuring optimal performance, supporting users, and collaborating across teams for seamless operations and compliance...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$248K - $406K *

Innovate core infrastructure strategies and enhance system efficiencies across networking, storage, and messaging. Collaborate with senior engineers to lead initiatives that drive quality and scalabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Transform your expertise into innovative solutions as a key contributor to our seismic imaging team, enhancing software performance and advancing cutting-edge research initiatives to drive impactful r...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $90K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by providing essential IT support and user access administration. Engage with innovative technologies while ensuring a seamless experience for end users in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $111K *

Shape your IT career by providing Level 2 support for Windows and Linux environments, enhancing end-user experience through effective troubleshooting, installation, and collaboration with business tea...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform software delivery by enhancing CI/CD pipelines, automating workflows, and collaborating across teams to improve infrastructure reliability and development environments in a dynamic DevOps ro...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $150K *

Advance your career by managing hybrid simulation environments, utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and virtualization tools. Take charge of network scenario lifecycles, automate deployments, and i...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Engage in high-performance computing solutions, driving innovations in seismic imaging. Collaborate with researchers to develop algorithms, optimize software, and present findings, while ensuring soft...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Reimagine AI benchmark testing by designing and implementing performance validation for cutting-edge infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance AI workloads and drive insightfu...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career with impactful infrastructure design, implementation, and management. Collaborate on VMware environments, enhance system performance, and ensure compliance through automation and exp...

2 weeks 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.