Explore Linux System Administrator Jobs

Find Linux System Administrator opportunities that match your technical expertise and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, including positions focused on Linux infrastructure, enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and security.

What Does a Linux System Administrator Do?

Linux System Administrators install, configure, maintain, and secure Linux-based systems. They monitor availability and performance, troubleshoot complex issues, manage user access, automate routine operations, and support reliable services across on-premises and cloud environments. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve server architecture, backup and recovery, compliance, and incident response.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for hands-on experience with Linux distributions such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, or Debian; scripting with Bash or Python; networking fundamentals; and tools for configuration management, monitoring, and automation. Knowledge of virtualization, containers, cloud platforms, identity management, and security practices can strengthen a candidate’s profile. Senior roles may require experience designing infrastructure, leading technical projects, or supporting high-availability environments.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Linux administration can lead to roles such as Senior Linux Administrator, Systems Engineer, Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, or Infrastructure Architect. Opportunities span technology, finance, healthcare, government, telecommunications, and other industries that depend on secure and dependable computing systems.

Find Your Next Linux Administration Role

Browse Ladders to discover vetted Linux System Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare opportunities, and identify positions where your experience in Linux operations, automation, cloud infrastructure, or security can make an impact.

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$115K - $130K *

Champion secure and scalable cloud infrastructure in Azure and AWS. Drive lifecycle management of Windows Server and networking components while optimizing backend platforms and enhancing security mea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $140K *

Innovate in the design and development of U.S. Navy Navigation Systems, ensuring reliability and compliance. Lead hybrid system integration from concept to deployment while collaborating with cross-fu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $125K *

Take ownership of the Learning Management System, enhancing user experience and optimizing operations for corrections professionals nationwide. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective traini...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing a Microsoft Windows domain Active Directory environment, ensuring seamless integration, troubleshooting, and security for critical systems while collabor...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Contribute to the effective management of the ServiceNow platform, ensuring optimal performance and user satisfaction through system upgrades, troubleshooting, reporting, and collaboration with stakeh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $148K *

Contribute to integrated testing events for CIAT systems, ensuring interoperability and performance. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to validate software baselines and support mission capa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $101K *

Optimize high-performance computing storage systems, ensuring health, capacity, and availability. Manage backups, data migrations, and filesystem tuning while supporting researchers with data manageme...

1 week ago

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

$74K - $101K *

Lead the charge in administering high-performance computing storage systems, ensuring optimal health, capacity, and performance. Collaborate with researchers to manage data effectively and automate pr...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving CI/CD initiatives and enhancing cloud infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to ensure application reliability and modernization in Azure and AWS, balancing product deliv...

Tempe, AZRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $130K *

Empower small-to-medium businesses by managing their technology stack. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft applications and consulting to enhance client relationships, drive growth, and deliver impac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to the success of small-to-medium sized businesses by providing expert consulting and management of IT systems, focusing on Microsoft technologies while ensuring effective communication and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $210K *

Innovate and develop robust software for autonomous spacecraft operations, tackling complex challenges in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect and implement miss...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $235K *

Join a team that's defining the future of data center architecture. Lead evaluations of next-generation technologies and integrate diverse engineering domains, guiding innovations from pilot to hypers...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future by leading systems engineering efforts across all lifecycle stages, ensuring seamless integration and performance of complex systems while translating customer needs into effective so...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading IT projects and providing advanced technical support across diverse platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and deliver exceptional customer service...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $200K *

Shape innovative solutions as a senior technical authority, bridging business and technology. Lead the architecture and delivery of scalable automation and AI-enabled products, mentoring teams and dri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing IT operations, vendor relationships, and internal projects. Lead endpoint management and ensure service quality while driving technology transitions and compliance init...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $181K *

Support our IT team as a Tier 2 Systems Administrator, providing expert technical assistance, maintaining critical systems, and ensuring top-tier performance and security for user infrastructure. Make...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $300K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing robust build systems for high-performance CPU development, ensuring efficient workflows and reliability across design and verification teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise infrastructure by designing, supporting, and optimizing complex technology platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure the stability and security...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $120K *

Develop robust enterprise systems by supporting, enhancing, and integrating ERP and WMS applications. Serve as a critical liaison between stakeholders and tech teams, ensuring application reliability...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $100K *

Drive innovative solutions for complex network challenges while enhancing system performance and security. Collaborate with clients to troubleshoot and implement effective network configurations in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by providing expert technical support and solutions for desktop systems. Collaborate with users to resolve complex issues, manage upgrades, and ensure optimal performance in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by developing scalable web applications with .NET and modern frameworks. Collaborate on innovative solutions, mentor peers, and drive technical excellence in a dynamic remote en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $175K *

Optimize cloud system operations by managing deployment, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Collaborate with teams to enhance system reliability and performance while ensuring compliance with security...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Linux System Administrator do?question toggle

    A Linux System Administrator manages Linux servers and systems, including installation, configuration, updates, monitoring, troubleshooting, access controls, security, and backup processes.

  • What skills are important for Linux System Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include Linux administration, Bash or Python scripting, networking, troubleshooting, system monitoring, automation, and security. Cloud, virtualization, and container experience may also be valuable.

  • What qualifications do employers typically expect?question toggle

    Requirements vary by role, but employers often seek relevant systems administration experience and practical Linux expertise. Certifications in Linux, cloud, or security may help demonstrate skills, though they are not required for every position.

  • What career paths can follow Linux system administration?question toggle

    Linux administrators may advance into senior administration, systems engineering, DevOps, site reliability engineering, cloud infrastructure, security, or infrastructure architecture.

  • Does Ladders list Linux System Administrator jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compensation and qualifications vary by position, so review each listing for details.