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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$218K - $480K *

Drive the future of GPU computing by leading Linux kernel architecture and OS development. Collaborate across teams to ensure performance, reliability, and security while mentoring engineers and guidi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Execute cutting-edge engineering solutions within a government software hosting facility. Support deployment, maintenance, and troubleshooting of both physical and virtual infrastructures while ensuri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$76K - $102K *

Empower IT infrastructure by maintaining systems, troubleshooting issues, and supporting end-users. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient operations and security protocols in a hybrid environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical integration and testing. Leverage your expertise in hardware integration and systems engineering to support critical aerospace projects and ensure s...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Champion innovative backend solutions to enhance core platform infrastructure, enabling governments to swiftly acquire essential technology for national security and operational efficiency...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering support for advanced technology programs, driving mission performance improvements through analysis, risk management, and technical expertise in radar and electr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Analyze and manage SIEM systems to enhance cybersecurity incident response, ensuring compliance with DoD/Army standards. Collaborate with teams to monitor threats, develop reporting requirements, and...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $99K *

Drive the development and maintenance of network systems, ensuring seamless operations and security. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions, manage projects, and provide expert analysis for opt...

1 week ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Unlock your potential by managing critical aviation logistics systems, supporting Navy Reserve operations, and ensuring seamless IT infrastructure across multiple locations. Join a dynamic team dedica...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $107K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of systems engineering, leveraging technical expertise to enhance manufacturing processes, drive loss elimination, and build team capabilities through hands-on lea...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze and implement cutting-edge operational support technologies for LAN, BAN, and WAN services. Play a key role in enhancing network performance and guiding strategic direct...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Engage in innovative problem-solving by applying computer science principles to enhance DoD systems. Lead projects, assess user needs, and drive automation improvements for U.S. Navy and Special Opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Drive excellence in network operations by providing 24/7 support, designing solutions, and ensuring compliance with security best practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer connectivity and...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the integration and maintenance of cloud systems, ensuring seamless deployment and operational support for mission-critical projects in the Cyber, Security, & Intel space. Collaborate with te...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$124K - $165K *

Innovate and lead IT infrastructure management, ensuring optimal performance, security, and reliability of technology services in a healthcare environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance cli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Innovate by blending systems engineering, development, and DevOps to enhance cloud infrastructure reliability, automate deployment, and ensure seamless cross-team collaboration for efficient applicati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $111K *

Develop and maintain complex network systems, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate on design, implementation, and troubleshooting while providing technical guidance to IT staff. Driv...

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

$185K - $205K *

Unlock the potential of operational excellence by providing Tier I/II support in a dynamic 24/7 environment. Collaborate with users and service providers to ensure seamless incident management and enh...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$59K - $106K *

Champion the administration of Windows Server environments, ensuring optimal performance and security. Collaborate on infrastructure projects while providing expert support for virtualization and auto...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and architecting SysOps software solutions for a critical program, ensuring alignment with operational requirements and security standards while fostering collaboration acr...

Ottawa, ONHybrid

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $189K *

Join our innovative team to develop cutting-edge embedded software for optical test and measurement systems, focusing on imaging and machine vision applications throughout the product lifecycle...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $133K *

Lead the design and validation of complex systems, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and maintain high-quality...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Elevate network performance and security by managing and optimizing systems, ensuring reliable communication for training environments. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot issues and implement poli...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Optimize your career by providing expert virtualization support in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance VMware infrastructure and ensure mission-critical operations while adhering...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative VDI solutions while leading cross-functional teams to optimize performance and enhance user experience in enterprise environments. Drive continuous improvements and ensure complian...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.