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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$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving cutting-edge VMware strategies and designs to enhance operational efficiency. Lead efforts in automation, migration, and performance monitoring, while ensuring top-level sup...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Transform technology support and streamline operations as you resolve incidents, automate processes, and optimize cloud solutions in a dynamic team environment. Your expertise will enhance efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that ensures robust IT infrastructure stability and compliance. Oversee critical data center systems, collaborate with engineering teams, and maintain operational readiness to support futu...

3 weeks ago

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

$112K - $125K *

Drive systems engineering excellence by managing the lifecycle of complex strategic projects, enhancing national security capabilities and delivering innovative solutions for military tactical systems...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $117K *

Manage and optimize endpoint devices to enhance security and performance. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance with IT standards and protocols while leading projects for device management and d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Build a robust global enterprise network as a Senior Network Engineer leading architecture, optimization, and team mentorship. Drive transformations to improve performance, reliability, and security a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Advance avionics software solutions by leading DO-178 development, mapping I/O, and integrating systems. Deliver high-quality testing and certification artifacts while ensuring compliance with aerospa...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Tackle cloud-integrated application development and enhance our Work Management Systems. Collaborate in Agile teams to deliver scalable web solutions using Angular and .NET, while driving innovation a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $120K *

Elevate your career by providing critical system administration support across diverse server environments, enhancing overall infrastructure performance while leading projects, managing vendor relatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance your career by leveraging your Linux and automation expertise in a dynamic engineering environment. Enhance operational efficiency, support cloud-based developer tools, and drive innovative in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $196K *

Elevate enterprise infrastructure by designing and implementing DDI solutions; lead automation and ensure network services' availability through scalable architectures and advanced scripting to drive...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and support DDI services in enterprise environments, utilizing Python and Ansible to enhance operational excellence and network security across global infrast...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $196K *

Partner with us to design and implement robust DNS, DHCP, and IPAM solutions, enhancing network availability and efficiency. Leverage Python and Ansible for automation to streamline processes while en...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by supporting technology and operations solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure smooth system administration, enhance processes, and maintain reliable IT environ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Accelerate operational efficiency by providing technology support and solutions. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues, document best practices, and enhance system functionality through automation...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to support technology solutions, enhance operations, and streamline processes. You will manage incidents, engage in cloud operations, and optimize automation in a collaborative env...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Transform IT support by troubleshooting and optimizing system performance, driving service requests to resolution, and enhancing self-service capabilities in a dynamic and collaborative team environme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Innovate solutions by managing and optimizing complex IT systems, focusing on cloud administration and user identity management while ensuring seamless technology support and operational excellence ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Optimize your career with a dynamic team as a System Administrator, focusing on technology solutions, cloud management, and operational support. Engage in incident resolution and automation to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Support collaborative technology solutions as a System Administrator, enhancing operational efficiency through incident resolution, service tracking, and automation in cloud and enterprise environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Elevate your career by providing comprehensive system administration and support. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft technologies and cloud operations to streamline processes and enhance performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $155K *

Join our team to provide critical system administration solutions, optimizing infrastructure and managing virtual servers, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet user capacity and per...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Support and lead the Infrastructure team ensuring efficient system management and administration across cloud and on-premise environments. Drive improvements in network infrastructure and security to...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Optimize system integration activities to enhance amphibious navigation systems, ensuring compliance with design requirements. Collaborate with defense personnel to assess and certify combat systems e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $196K *

Engineer robust DDI solutions through DNS, DHCP, and IPAM expertise. Lead network security initiatives, manage production networks, and utilize Python and Ansible for automation to enhance operational...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.