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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of server technology by leading technical collateral development, defining benchmarks, and creating proof of concepts. Collaborate with product managers and engineers to enhance produ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in server technology as a System Engineer, leading technical collateral development and creating benchmarks. Collaborate with product teams to enhance product differentiation through...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead technology operations across multiple offices, ensuring reliable systems and support. Collaborate with local IT staff and corporate teams to enhance infrastructure, security, and user experience...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Drive technology excellence as a Senior Systems Administrator, overseeing IT operations across multiple offices. Collaborate with local and corporate teams to ensure reliable, secure systems while enh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Empower a dynamic IT environment by leading technology operations across multiple offices. Collaborate with local and corporate teams to ensure reliable, secure systems while providing hands-on suppor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring seamless IT operations across multi-user networks. Collaborate with experts to manage systems, optimize performance, and provide top-notch support while mentor...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $215K *

Drive software tool design and implementation for reuse and domain analysis, enhancing efficiency through advanced automation and monitoring techniques in a dynamic support environment...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $215K *

Transform your career by designing innovative software tools and managing development processes. Lead initiatives for automation and continuous monitoring while leveraging technical expertise across m...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $126K *

Unlock your potential by providing expert technical support for network management, system architecture, and hardware/software configurations in a secure environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network security and performance. In this role, you'll design, maintain, and monitor systems while ensuring compliance with cybersecurity standards and provid...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Champion national security by leading transformative IT infrastructure projects. Leverage your expertise to enhance enterprise architecture and drive modernization efforts, ensuring mission success fo...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise IT capabilities for national security. Drive infrastructure modernization, ensure compliance, and mentor junior staff while delivering innovative solutions t...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $235K *

Champion innovative cloud infrastructure solutions by designing, building, and maintaining robust environments, while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance performance and reliability across...

Reposted today

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

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by safeguarding our digital assets through proactive cybersecurity measures. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and maintain security protocols, ensuring compliance an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive the administration of core SaaS platforms, ensuring seamless integration and functionality across systems. Collaborate with teams to document standards, automate tasks, and support business func...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $148K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Citrix environments to enhance healthcare delivery. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot complex issues, improve operational practices, and ensure reliable access to cr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $194K *

Elevate your career by overseeing information system security operations, ensuring compliance, and maintaining system integrity. Collaborate with teams to implement security policies and conduct audit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $108K *

Elevate operational efficiency by providing advanced IT support for Public Safety applications, coordinating technology initiatives, and ensuring compliance with standards while serving as a key liais...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $200K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Linux team to design and implement innovative solutions in a hybrid cloud environment. Collaborate on architecture, automation, and troubleshooting to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform IT operations by leading advanced system administration and cybersecurity efforts. Collaborate with engineers to enhance infrastructure reliability and compliance, ensuring robust support fo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Champion cybersecurity excellence by leading on-site operations for control systems, ensuring compliance and resilience. Oversee a team, manage vulnerabilities, and liaise with remote stakeholders to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by managing and optimizing enterprise systems, ensuring robust security and performance across Windows Server and cloud environments while collaborating with diverse teams to sup...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing missile defense systems by administering and maintaining Windows Server environments, supporting cloud applications, and ensuring cybersecurity compliance in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Drive network operations by implementing changes, resolving issues, and enhancing system performance. Collaborate on technical projects while ensuring compliance with security protocols and maintainin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $140K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Systems Engineer, managing and securing our Microsoft infrastructure and Fortinet network. Drive automation and enhance security while collaborating with IT teams to...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.