Senior Linux Administrator Jobs

Explore Senior Linux Administrator jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Senior Linux administrators keep essential systems reliable, secure, and responsive while helping organizations scale their infrastructure. Browse roles across industries and discover opportunities that match your technical expertise and career goals.

What Senior Linux Administrators Do

Senior Linux administrators design, manage, and troubleshoot Linux-based environments. Their responsibilities may include maintaining servers and operating systems, managing user access and storage, monitoring system performance, applying patches, and resolving complex outages. Many roles also involve collaborating with engineering, security, and operations teams to improve availability and operational standards.

Common Skills and Technologies

Employers often seek deep experience with Linux distributions such as Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Ubuntu, or Debian; scripting with Bash or Python; and infrastructure tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef. Depending on the role, useful experience may also include virtualization, containers, cloud platforms, networking, observability, backup and recovery, and security hardening. Requirements vary by employer and environment.

Career Opportunities

Senior Linux administrators may specialize in cloud infrastructure, platform engineering, systems security, or site reliability. With broader ownership of architecture and operations, experienced professionals can pursue paths such as Linux systems architect, infrastructure manager, cloud engineer, or site reliability engineer. Senior roles commonly combine hands-on technical work with mentoring and cross-team collaboration.

Find Senior Linux Administrator Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Senior Linux Administrator opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and find positions that fit your experience with Linux systems, automation, and infrastructure operations.

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$160K - $212K *

Support large-scale Linux systems by managing installations, operations, and security. Engage in troubleshooting, optimizing performance, and ensuring system integrity while providing Tier 1 and Tier...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate system performance by managing server maintenance, user accounts, and security protocols. Collaborate with teams to automate tasks and ensure compliance, while providing oversight and document...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by managing a complex network environment, ensuring optimal system performance, and solving hardware/software issues efficiently while supporting end users and maintaining document...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead system administration efforts for a complex, distributed network, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with users and technical teams to resolve issues and maintain documentatio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion application compatibility validation to ensure seamless deployment across enterprise environments. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify issues, coordinate remediation, and support produc...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $120K *

Take ownership of securing, administering, and optimizing Linux systems in complex environments, ensuring reliability and performance of critical infrastructure while collaborating with cross-function...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Innovate and secure Linux systems in complex environments. Leverage your expertise in administration, networking, and scripting to enhance critical infrastructure and ensure operational excellence...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Manage and optimize MySQL databases to ensure performance, security, and reliability. Collaborate with technical teams to troubleshoot issues and support business-critical applications in a dynamic en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$181K - $222K *

Transform complex systems into streamlined solutions by managing requirements, developing documentation, and collaborating across teams to ensure operational excellence and compliance with security st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$181K - $222K *

Unlock potential by managing system requirements and developing engineering documentation for complex systems. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure compliance and enhance operational capabilities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $105K *

Manage and maintain local area network systems, ensuring stability and user support. Oversee hardware and software installations, coordinate maintenance, and provide training to users while documentin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of Unix administration, focusing on AIX environments. Leverage your expertise in server configuration, security, and performance engineering to enhance system reliability and efficiency...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing enterprise data solutions in a Databricks Lakehouse environment, supporting critical missions with a focus on scalability and best practices...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and maintain critical IT systems for enterprise applications, ensuring security, reliability, and performance while mentoring others. Drive modernization efforts and suppor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion the evolution of a hybrid IT infrastructure, leading major modernization projects while ensuring optimal performance and security across on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate with a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Optimize and manage Linux environments, ensuring reliability and security across physical, virtual, and containerized infrastructures while driving incident resolution and enhancing operational effici...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $128K *

Engage in server installations and support, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate with teams to manage logistics and technical documentation while troubleshooting complex issues in a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion data integrity and system performance by providing diagnostics and support for operational data collection, ensuring seamless historian operations and optimizing data systems for business suc...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Pioneer the advancement of server technologies by developing benchmarks, managing technical collateral, and presenting thought leadership. Collaborate with product teams to create impactful solutions...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Lead the charge in complex IT infrastructure projects, from planning to execution. Drive Microsoft 365 migrations, enhance security, and provide advanced troubleshooting support while collaborating wi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by enhancing Azure cloud environments, ensuring security, and automating scaling. Collaborate with DevOps to integrate Azure into CI/CD processes while troubleshooting performance...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Azure cloud environments, ensuring security, automating scaling, and integrating with DevOps. Drive the migration of legacy infrastructure and implement Windows Virtual De...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Make your mark at a leading spaceflight mission operations team, supporting critical systems and IT initiatives. Leverage your Linux expertise to enhance operational efficiency and ensure seamless mis...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing network systems and enhancing security. As a Windows Systems Engineer SME, you'll lead technical support efforts, collaborate with experts, and ensure effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$65K - $98K *

Lead the charge in managing enterprise network resources across campuses, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability. Oversee network administration, systems engineering, and cybersecurit...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Linux Administrator do?question toggle

    A Senior Linux Administrator manages and improves Linux systems, including server configuration, performance monitoring, patching, access controls, troubleshooting, and reliability. The exact scope depends on the employer and infrastructure.

  • What skills are commonly required for Senior Linux Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include advanced Linux administration, scripting with Bash or Python, troubleshooting, networking fundamentals, and experience with automation tools. Cloud, virtualization, containers, security, and monitoring skills may also be requested.

  • How much do Senior Linux Administrator jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Compensation for a specific Senior Linux Administrator role varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities.

  • What career paths can follow a Senior Linux Administrator role?question toggle

    Potential next steps include Linux systems architect, infrastructure or operations manager, cloud engineer, platform engineer, and site reliability engineer, depending on your interests and experience.

  • Where can I find Senior Linux Administrator jobs?question toggle

    Browse Senior Linux Administrator listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more.