Explore Linux Systems Engineer Jobs

Linux Systems Engineers build, maintain, and improve the systems that power business-critical applications and infrastructure. Their work can span server administration, cloud platforms, networking, automation, and security. Explore vetted Linux Systems Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Linux Systems Engineer Do?

Linux Systems Engineers provision and configure Linux servers, monitor system performance, troubleshoot complex issues, and plan upgrades. Depending on the organization, they may support on-premises data centers, cloud environments, or hybrid infrastructure. Common responsibilities include managing access controls, maintaining reliable backups, improving system availability, and documenting operational standards.

Skills and Technologies Employers Seek

Employers often look for experience with Linux distributions such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, or Debian; scripting with Bash or Python; and configuration management and automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Knowledge of networking, virtualization, containers, and cloud platforms can also be valuable. Many roles call for familiarity with monitoring, incident response, system hardening, and security best practices.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Linux Systems Engineers may advance into senior engineering, site reliability engineering, DevOps, cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, or systems architecture roles. Opportunities vary by employer, industry, experience, and location. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, required skills, work arrangements, and compensation.

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Ladders helps experienced professionals discover vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Search Linux Systems Engineer openings and explore roles that match your technical background and career goals.

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$110K - $130K *

Drive the enhancement of Ground-Based Radar Systems by developing and analyzing system requirements, designing architectures, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver advanced radar s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion the execution of manufacturing ramps across multiple sites, ensuring readiness in equipment, processes, and resources to meet production targets. Drive cross-functional collaboration and mana...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving manufacturing readiness across multiple sites, ensuring seamless execution of capacity ramps and operational excellence in semiconductor production. Collaborate cross-functi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $165K *

Deliver innovative software solutions for cabin systems, enhancing user experience across multiple platforms. Collaborate through all product development stages, ensuring quality and functionality in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $178K *

Empower innovation by leading systems engineering efforts, ensuring seamless integration and validation of complex systems while managing technical, schedule, and cost constraints across all project p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Shape and optimize diagnostics software for avionics systems, ensuring robust development and testing across multiple aircraft configurations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet st...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming customer requirements into comprehensive systems solutions, ensuring effective integration and validation across all product levels while managing technica...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Transform the future of avionics systems by developing and optimizing diagnostics software for the MH-60R/S platform. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust system integration, testing, and documen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Lead the planning and execution of F-35 testing processes, ensuring integration across engineering teams. Collaborate on test plans, oversee lab readiness, and generate reports to assess product quali...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $178K *

Innovate total systems solutions through technical planning, integration, and analysis. Collaborate across design, test, and logistics to ensure reliability and maintainability while adhering to cost...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading the integration and testing of advanced F-35 sensor systems. Drive technical test planning, execution, and continuous improvement in a collaborative environment, ensuring m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Engineer innovative hardware solutions to enhance system verification and testing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate and troubleshoot complex systems, ensuring operational readiness...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $150K *

Unlock potential by providing expert operational support for Windows environments. Manage complex incidents, ensure service availability, and collaborate across teams to enhance customer experiences i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Lead critical integration efforts in advanced space systems, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance capabilities and ensure seamless operations across ground and mission segments while managing r...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $176K *

Lead the charge in strategic knowledge management and executive support for high-visibility initiatives, ensuring seamless collaboration across agencies and fostering key partnerships for mission succ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing systems design and infrastructure, delivering innovative solutions to complex technical challenges while ensuring optimal performance, availability, and security across bu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$70K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving complex system design efforts through model-based systems engineering. Collaborate across teams to enhance IT systems and foster a culture of innovation and integration in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering efforts, ensuring seamless integration and validation of complex systems while managing technical, schedule, and cost constraints across all project pha...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Transform advanced aircraft development by integrating COTS components into system architecture. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, utilizing CATIA and Cameo for hardware design and build-up on the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining our team to establish and maintain configuration management processes, ensuring product consistency throughout the lifecycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $130K *

Lead the charge in technical planning and system integration, ensuring effective solutions that meet customer requirements while balancing cost and schedule constraints across all system lifecycle pha...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team to support all phases of the program lifecycle, ensuring systems integration and technical documentation for advanced engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional groups...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing ground systems engineering for aerospace missions. Support design, integration, and testing of critical infrastructure, ensuring reliable communication betwee...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $163K *

Drive technical planning and system integration for comprehensive solutions, ensuring effective analysis across all system levels. Collaborate with teams to translate customer requirements into action...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $252K *

Champion innovative software solutions that enhance operational workflows, integrating closely with intelligence analysts to optimize mission capabilities and address unmet needs in real-time, ensurin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Linux Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Linux Systems Engineer designs, configures, operates, and troubleshoots Linux-based infrastructure. Responsibilities may include server administration, automation, performance monitoring, security, and support for cloud or on-premises systems.

  • What skills are commonly required for Linux Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek Linux administration experience, scripting skills such as Bash or Python, knowledge of networking and security, and familiarity with automation or configuration management tools. Specific requirements vary by role.

  • Which certifications can help with a Linux Systems Engineer career?question toggle

    Certifications such as Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE), and Linux Foundation credentials may help demonstrate relevant skills. The most useful certification depends on the employer, technology stack, and career goals.

  • How much do Linux Systems Engineers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on experience, location, industry, and job responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary details.

  • Where can Linux Systems Engineers find jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted Linux Systems Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Listings may include roles in systems engineering, cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, and related fields.