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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$90K - $130K *

Lead IT project management and systems engineering efforts, collaborating with stakeholders to manage requirements and ensure successful Agile software development implementation within a dynamic envi...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative systems engineering solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining secure network and cloud environments, ensuring cybersecurity to protect vital IT assets while collaborating...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to the development and sustainment of advanced defense systems, focusing on system design, integration, and data analysis to evaluate Combat System performance, ensuring success within miss...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $125K *

Drive the design and implementation of advanced infrastructure systems for U.S. Navy surface programs. Foster collaboration and innovation within an agile team to solve complex technical challenges an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$164K - $223K *

Join a team that's shaping cutting-edge defense solutions. As a Senior Systems Engineer, you'll lead the coordination of multi-disciplinary efforts to innovate and optimize complex weapon systems, ens...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Transform the operational health and governance of enterprise Application Platforms. Monitor performance, manage capacity, and ensure secure and efficient service delivery while collaborating with cro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a Systems Administrator, managing critical IT infrastructure and enhancing systems for government operations. Bring innovative solutions and support to the mission, with ample o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $215K *

Join a team that's advancing electrical analysis in power systems by conducting innovative EMT analyses, optimizing performance, and delivering solutions to enhance system reliability. Collaborate acr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $215K *

Empower your career by leading complex electromagnetic transient analyses for power systems. Utilize your expertise in TOV, TRV, switching studies, and software proficiency to optimize performance and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$142K - $215K *

Drive advanced electrical analysis to optimize power systems through EMT expertise, focusing on TOV, TRV, and innovative solution development while collaborating with cross-functional teams for enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Innovate IT infrastructure solutions to enhance network performance, security, and user accessibility across multi-site environments, mentoring junior staff while driving advancements in Microsoft 365...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $131K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team focused on enhancing airport technology and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure smooth operations, compliance, and innovative...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $145K *

Unlock potential by delivering expert systems engineering services for DoD and IC acquisitions. Engage in project reviews, manage contracts, and support acquisition strategy formulation while enhancin...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Manage and optimize the technical efforts in systems engineering for UAS support equipment, ensuring requirements are effectively translated into high-performance systems while collaborating with dive...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $120K *

Drive innovation by leading systems engineering for Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform requirements into optimized solutions while ensuring technical and logistical...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $160K *

Support a cloud engineering team by enhancing service reliability in Google Cloud. Implement infrastructure as code, optimize cost efficiency, and develop CI/CD processes while collaborating with cros...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Systems Engineer by delivering expert systems engineering services and shaping acquisition strategies within DoD and IC environments, ensuring successful program outc...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Empower operational excellence by designing and delivering innovative automation solutions that streamline processes, reduce risk, and enhance efficiency across multiple functions using cutting-edge t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $190K *

Unlock your potential by engineering and enhancing a network reliability platform. Drive innovations in DevSecOps while collaborating across teams to improve system reliability and automate operationa...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career as you lead system development and vendor implementations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance IT applications. Drive project success from initiation to post-imple...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Contribute to innovative software solutions by collaborating with IT teams and driving high-quality deliverables, optimizing development processes, and ensuring successful software change and release...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $275K *

Lead the evolution of silicon architecture by engineering scalable solutions for SOC integration, collaborating across design and physical teams while implementing advanced automation for streamlined...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that deploys and manages a DevSecOps platform for U.S. Government, customizing solutions per requirements. Maintain agile delivery, documentation, and compliance in a classified Azure envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Optimize the delivery of a DevSecOps platform for a U.S. Government client, collaborating with architects and ensuring compliance while enhancing documentation and automation processes to maintain hig...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead and optimize enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance across various environments, while providing technical guidance and supporting infrastructure changes that ali...

2 weeks ago

  •   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.