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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$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming cloud infrastructure with end-to-end project ownership while enhancing operational effectiveness and compliance within Azure environments. Engage cross-functionally to...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, enhancing scalability, compliance, and automation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive enterprise growth and operationa...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the modernization of cloud architecture by leading Azure infrastructure projects, optimizing deployment strategies, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration for scalable enterprise soluti...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Develop and optimize Azure cloud infrastructure solutions that enhance operational efficiency, ensure compliance, and support scalable enterprise growth. Collaborate cross-functionally while implement...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Reimagine cloud infrastructure as a Senior Azure Cloud DevOps Engineer, driving CI/CD practices and automating deployment processes while ensuring compliance and scalability across collaborative teams...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive innovative cloud infrastructure initiatives by collaborating across teams, automating deployments, and ensuring compliance. Lead modern Azure solutions to enhance scalability, performance, and s...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Advance infrastructure innovation by leading Azure cloud projects, optimizing DevOps practices, and enhancing system reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to design automation solutions that sup...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in bridging development and operations by architecting and implementing scalable, secure Azure cloud solutions. Drive modernization efforts while ensuring compliance and fostering coll...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead infrastructure projects end-to-end, modernizing cloud architecture and establishing a scalable Azure foundation. Collaborate across teams to enhance DevOps culture and optimize performance throug...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Optimize network performance and security by leading infrastructure design, implementation, and cloud initiatives. Drive strategic management of IT services and cybersecurity, ensuring a reliable envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Shape the future of client technology solutions by delivering advanced technical support and exceptional customer service. Collaborate within a team to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in diver...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Support mission-critical operations by providing advanced Tier 2 and Tier 3 technical assistance for a federal government client, ensuring seamless enterprise desktop and endpoint management in both c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Elevate IT infrastructure support by providing remote and on-site assistance. Manage hardware, software, and user connectivity across multiple locations, ensuring optimal performance and compliance wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Join a dedicated IT team to support infrastructure across multiple sites, ensuring seamless management of user devices, network troubleshooting, and data security while adhering to service level agree...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Join a team that's committed to providing comprehensive IT support across multiple sites. You will troubleshoot and maintain both physical and virtual systems while ensuring seamless user experiences...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Empower remote IT support across multiple sites, managing system installations, troubleshooting hardware and software, and ensuring operational excellence in desktop services and network communication...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $245K *

Drive security integration into our CI/CD pipelines to enhance delivery efficiency while ensuring compliance and customer trust across regulated industries. Lead the design and implementation of secur...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Tackle complex challenges in computerized systems by enhancing validation programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving improvements for laboratory systems essential to Biologics op...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $163K *

Optimize and ensure production reliability for cloud and Databricks platforms, managing CI/CD pipelines, IaC, and automation processes to drive efficient deployments and operations while enhancing mon...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in Navy aircraft systems by collaborating with top software engineers to enhance mission capabilities, ensuring performance and scalability while adhering to best practices in agile d...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a team of elite software developers dedicated to enhancing the capabilities of US Navy aircraft systems. Engage in the full software development lifecycle while contributing to mission-critical s...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engineer exceptional backend solutions for advanced military aircraft systems. Collaborate with top professionals to enhance mission capabilities and ensure the safety of naval operations while adheri...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $245K *

Reimagine security in software development as you integrate automated testing and vulnerability management into CI/CD pipelines for high-velocity delivery, ensuring robust compliance and empowering en...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $245K *

Take ownership of integrating security in CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure cloud operations while empowering engineering teams at speed. Collaborate to fortify security architecture and manage vulnera...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $165K *

Take ownership of hybrid infrastructure solutions, enhancing Microsoft services and integrations. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and optimize both on-premises and Azure environments, e...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.