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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$325K - $360K *

Take ownership of ChromeOS as a platform, managing device standards, policies, and lifecycle for vendor teams. Collaborate with IT and security to ensure seamless integration and support for a growing...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $360K *

Transform ChromeOS management for a global fleet, ensuring seamless device integration, security, and lifecycle oversight. Collaborate with teams to define standards and automate processes, enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $266K *

Unlock potential by leading systems engineering initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop governance artifacts, and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture strategies i...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $90K *

Lead the charge in delivering IT support for system operations, ensuring efficient resolution of end-user issues while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet performance goals. Engage in ha...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a mission-driven team to support critical Command and Control operations, ensuring secure communications and network administration across classified and unclassified environments for military an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform network operations by managing VMware and SDDC environments, ensuring the integrity and security of critical infrastructures. Lead a team to optimize performance and address complex challeng...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $189K *

Oversee the installation and maintenance of IT systems, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective solutions while managing user accounts and disaster...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Develop and maintain enterprise LAN/WAN environments, troubleshoot complex network issues, and enhance operational efficiency across multiple sites. Collaborate with engineers on design and support in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and maintain complex SharePoint and Windows Server environments, ensuring reliability and security for mission-critical systems. Lead technical initiatives and support wa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and maintaining complex SharePoint and Windows Server environments, ensuring reliability and security for mission-critical systems while providing technical leadership and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$108K - $130K *

Engineer and maintain complex SharePoint and Windows Server environments, ensuring security and reliability. Provide technical leadership and support for warfighting reporting systems while training s...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing identity and access management. Oversee cloud-based applications, streamline onboarding/offboarding, and automate workflows while collaborating with cross-fun...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Transform enterprise network operations by enhancing configuration management, ensuring service reliability through collaboration across engineering and operational teams, and integrating innovative a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$67K - $109K *

Advance healthcare technology by providing hands-on IT support for clinicians and operational teams. Resolve technical issues, maintain systems, and enhance user experience in a dynamic environment fo...

4 days ago

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

$81K - $90K *

Transform your career by managing complex IT systems and infrastructure. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance service delivery, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements in a dynamic envi...

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

$84K - $112K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT infrastructure operations. You'll implement, maintain, and decommission systems while collaborating with IT leadership to ensure optimal service delivery f...

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

$110K - $130K *

Create innovative solutions and optimize complex systems. Lead the analysis and automation of workflows, support infrastructure integration, and enhance development processes to meet user needs effici...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior IT Engineer, overseeing end-to-end IT systems. You'll enhance employee experiences through automation, manage security compliance, and collaborate across departments to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Engage in innovative project planning and execution as a key member of a dynamic technical team, mentoring peers while managing IT environments globally for enhanced operations and continuous improvem...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $290K *

Shape the future of systems engineering by managing product backlogs, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with mission objectives. Drive technical leadership and deliver high-value...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $94K *

Join the charge in enhancing cybersecurity by analyzing network traffic, identifying threats, and coordinating incident responses. Leverage cutting-edge tools to protect vital resources and ensure a s...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's building cutting-edge cybersecurity products from inception. You will architect and implement large-scale systems, focusing on embedded solutions and software management while advan...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $124K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing software delivery and operational stability for enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functiona...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $177K *

Join us to design and automate secure cloud and on-premises environments, enhancing research and software development. Collaborate with teams to optimize infrastructure, streamline workflows, and supp...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing network operations by resolving complex issues, implementing upgrades, and ensuring seamless connectivity. Collaborate with teams to drive continual service improvement an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.