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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$117K - $176K *

Join a team that's vital to the U.S. defense strategy, supporting complex missile defense operations through systems administration and integration of advanced technologies. Your expertise will enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $140K *

Transform testing processes by designing and developing innovative software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality performance and compliance with coding standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $190K *

Join our team to elevate network reliability through SRE principles. You will engineer the network as a system, automate processes, and drive observability, partnering with teams across multi-cloud en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Manage and enhance IT operations across diverse locations, ensuring security, reliability, and effectiveness of technological systems supporting patient care and organizational efficiency. Collaborate...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

Empower your career by architecting robust AWS infrastructure solutions. Join a senior team to innovate, optimize, and deliver high-performance systems that enhance AI products and drive excellence in...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Lead and innovate as you design end-to-end infrastructure for AI products. Collaborate within a senior team to implement scalable, reliable, and secure solutions in AWS, impacting real-time decisionin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $215K *

Engage in transformative software development to enhance operational efficiency, reducing manual tasks through innovative internal solutions and seamless system integration for diverse teams. Shape th...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $149K *

Take ownership of software development in a dynamic Agile environment, driving improvements and innovations within a service-oriented architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by enhancing CI/CD workflows and managing AWS infrastructure. Collaborate on deployment practices, optimize builds, and ensure platform reliability across multi-environment setups wit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Engage in comprehensive systems engineering tasks including requirements analysis, design, integration, and validation for advanced defense systems. Collaborate across teams to innovate and enhance pr...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $174K *

Optimize system design and deployment processes by leveraging discrete event simulation expertise to drive data-driven decisions and enhance operational efficiency in robotics environments...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that transforms manufacturing processes through innovative software development, focusing on cloud applications and low-level Linux systems to enhance automation and data management in div...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $124K *

Engineer the future of robotics by developing AI software kits and demos. Leverage your skills in embedded systems and sensor integration to enhance functionality, support customer use cases, and crea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $200K *

Pioneer observability solutions for large-scale GPU infrastructure, enhancing internal ops and customer visibility. Develop telemetry pipelines and alerting systems, while improving reliability and us...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Architect observability solutions across large-scale infrastructure, designing telemetry pipelines and alerting systems. Ensure reliability and enhance customer visibility while collaborating cross-fu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $210K *

Join a team that's transforming the payments landscape by operating and enhancing a mission-critical 24x7 service. Leverage your software and system engineering skills to ensure reliability, scalabili...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the design and implementation of enterprise-grade authorization solutions, enhancing security and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to create a robust framework for access control and o...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative authorization solutions at the intersection of IAM and DevSecOps. Collaborate across teams to enhance enterprise security with policy-driven access controls, while driving regulator...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the development of mission-critical software solutions, leveraging advanced technologies and CI/CD practices to enhance operational capabilities across secure environments while collaborating wi...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $230K *

Champion innovative RF communication systems by architecting solutions that meet customer needs. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams for robust system integration, ensuring product performance a...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Engineer system enhancements for Child Support Services by gathering requirements, analyzing data, and translating business needs into technical specifications. Collaborate with stakeholders and ensur...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovation as a key technical contributor in creating mission-capable software solutions for a critical defense initiative, leveraging advanced technologies and frameworks to enhance operational...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $275K *

Transform your career by leveraging your software development expertise to create applications that meet government needs. Collaborate with varied technologies in a dynamic environment, shaping innova...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $99K *

Drive database management excellence as a key IT professional. Collaborate with a dynamic team to optimize support, reporting, and security protocols for critical systems within a respected state agen...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $241K *

Lead the integration of missile defense elements, ensuring alignment with national objectives. Collaborate with teams to evaluate systems, support engineering milestones, and develop advanced applicat...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.