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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$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by analyzing network traffic to detect threats and enhance cyber defense strategies. Collaborate with experts to safeguard critical information systems and contribute to a secure d...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in network administration by providing technical expertise, managing enterprise infrastructure, and ensuring security compliance while mentoring junior staff in a dynamic, mission-focu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $223K *

Transform build operations in secure environments by leading automation efforts, driving compliance, and enhancing processes. Serve as a vital link between technical teams, ensuring operational excell...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer robust IT infrastructure by administering Windows and Linux servers, managing domain services, and ensuring system security and performance. Collaborate with teams to support critical enterpr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of enterprise Linux infrastructure by leading automation, security, and operational excellence initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing enterprise Linux infrastructure through expert administration, automation, and security practices. Collaborate with senior engineers to drive operational exce...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer the evolution of our enterprise Linux infrastructure by leading automation, security, and operational excellence initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliabil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Build and enhance our enterprise Linux infrastructure as a Senior Systems Administrator. Lead automation, security, and operational excellence initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring high availability and continuity of technology across multiple Data Centers. Leverage your expertise in Windows and Linux systems to design, implement, and mai...

Richmond Hill, ONRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Help us ensure high availability and continuity of technology across multiple Data Centers. Leverage your expertise in Windows and Linux systems to design, implement, and maintain critical infrastruct...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $111K *

Champion enterprise applications by providing expert support and management. Collaborate with teams to enhance IT services, ensuring optimal performance and security across platforms while driving inn...

Brockville, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$85K - $100K *

Champion innovative solutions as a System Engineer, driving client success through technology implementation and project management. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects on time and enhance clie...

Tampa, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$213K - $233K *

Champion operational excellence by ensuring the reliability and performance of software applications. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues, enhance system health, and drive continuous service...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing IT infrastructure, optimizing deployment strategies, and ensuring system security. Collaborate with teams to automate processes and troubleshoot issues, driving high avail...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $145K *

Lead the charge in providing technical oversight and mentorship for a Systems Administration team, ensuring the security, performance, and availability of critical enterprise IT infrastructure while r...

Washington DC, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate system performance by managing and optimizing computer functionality across multiple operating systems. Collaborate with an agile team to troubleshoot, automate software deployments, and enhan...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of IT infrastructure management in a DoD environment, ensuring robust, secure, and high-performing systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system functionality and m...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by managing Windows Server environments, providing technical oversight, and mentoring junior staff. Drive system efficiency through documentation and best practices while ensuring com...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system performance and security. You'll manage Windows Server environments, mentor junior staff, and implement best practices while ensuring compliance with D...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing and enhancing Windows Server environments, providing expert system administration and security engineering while mentoring junior staff and improving operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading AI architecture solutions that empower clients through innovative design, hands-on implementation, and strategic guidance, ensuring successful adoption of cutting-edge tech...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of infrastructure systems management, ensuring optimal operation and security of automated building controls. Collaborate with teams to support, troubleshoot, and enhance system perform...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join us to support and enhance IT systems through troubleshooting, maintenance, and management of infrastructure. Collaborate on problem resolution and optimize operations for client/server and networ...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing our IT platforms, ensuring seamless integration across departments. This hands-on role requires expertise in Microsoft 365, Azure, and various business appli...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$68K - $117K *

Champion the integrity of radiology systems by implementing and managing EPIC modules. Collaborate with teams to enhance functionality, resolve issues, and ensure efficient operations while meeting pr...

Urbana, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.