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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$80K - $95K *

Drive exceptional customer support by resolving complex technical issues, managing firewall deployments, and mentoring junior technicians while ensuring adherence to service level agreements and enhan...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $100K *

Pioneer innovative network solutions for military IT systems, ensuring quality and safety standards. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and maintain enterprise networks while supporting miss...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming innovative software prototypes into robust, operational systems. Drive full-stack development, ensure data security, and support mission-critical applications in a dyna...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by developing resilient cloud infrastructure solutions. Collaborate on building scalable, cloud-native services for Linux environments, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to support...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage the administration and support of a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) system, ensuring secure user account management, system configuration, and compliance with federal standards while enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $126K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our Edifecs platform, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance, manage technical ove...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $126K *

Lead the Edifecs Platform Management, ensuring operational stability and strategic alignment while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud scalability and performance in a dynamic e...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $126K *

Champion innovation by leading Edifecs application support, ensuring operational stability and strategic alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud scalability and optimize ED...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $126K *

Drive operational excellence as a Software Systems Engineer Principal, overseeing Edifecs platform management, ensuring compliance, scalability, and strategic alignment while collaborating with cross...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing EDI solutions through strategic oversight, technical guidance, and collaborative partnerships, ensuring operational excellence and compliance in a dynamic clo...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $117K *

Contribute to the maintenance and optimization of local IT infrastructure, ensuring smooth operations of servers and network equipment in a regulated environment. Collaborate globally on projects and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Drive innovative network solutions by troubleshooting complex issues, implementing designs, and enhancing operational efficiencies. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality documentation and lea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $148K *

Transform operations by ensuring optimal data center infrastructure performance. Collaborate with teams to deploy hardware, troubleshoot issues, and maintain critical systems, driving innovation in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $140K *

Join our team to drive software integration for submarine C5I systems. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, define interface designs, and ensure successful feature implementations across pl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $194K *

Join a team that's driving infrastructure excellence by architecting, deploying, and optimizing enterprise Windows Server platforms. Collaborate across engineering and manufacturing to deliver secure...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$250K - $285K *

Optimize complex software systems by developing, maintaining, and enhancing diverse applications. Collaborate with teams to analyze requirements, debug software, and implement solutions that meet perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $285K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing and enhancing complex software systems. Utilize your expertise in algorithms and data manipulation while collaborating with engineers to deliver high-quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the optimization and support of IBM i systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure peak performance, security, and reliability while mentoring fellow engineers in a dynamic en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing and supporting IBM i systems. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you'll ensure reliable infrastructure, lead operational improvements, and collaborate with cross...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Empower seamless operations for mission-critical IBM i systems. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you will optimize and support infrastructure, ensuring performance, security, and reliability while collab...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$88K - $119K *

Advance your career by providing critical support for Active Directory systems, ensuring efficient management and integration across multiple environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance network so...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K *

Empower progress at a dynamic IT support role, delivering Tier 1 & 2 assistance, managing onboarding/offboarding, and ensuring top-notch customer service while supporting ongoing projects and maintain...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and maintaining robust network infrastructures. This hands-on role emphasizes troubleshooting and optimizing enterprise systems, collaborating closely with te...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $93K *

Contribute to configuration management and data administration, ensuring compliance with engineering standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain documentation and support program ne...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $142K *

Empower innovation by leading the design and management of global endpoint environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize efficiency, provide expert support, and mentor junior engineers in t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.