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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$86K - $181K *

Transform infrastructure by maintaining Linux systems, ensuring operational readiness through advanced technology applications and robust support for deployments and security compliance...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $149K *

Unlock potential by managing and securing cloud and hybrid environments, bridging operations and development teams. Drive automation and scalability while ensuring robust security measures and efficie...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of IT systems and network engineering by leveraging your expertise in complex LAN/WAN infrastructure. Provide top-tier support and collaborate with customers to design secure and effi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize system performance by managing Linux and Windows environments, ensuring compliance with security policies, and leading IT projects. Collaborate with teams to enhance user support and drive op...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $125K *

Advance your career as a Computer Systems Analyst supporting classified government contracts. Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot, administer Linux systems, and ensure high customer satisfaction...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $200K *

Elevate your career by managing enterprise Windows and Linux environments, ensuring security compliance, and collaborating with cybersecurity teams to support classified programs. Bring your expertise...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $200K *

Optimize enterprise systems by managing Windows and Linux environments, ensuring security compliance, and collaborating with teams to enhance operational efficiency and support classified programs...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing electric aviation by managing our IT systems. Oversee cloud and on-premise environments, ensuring top-notch service and security for all software and hardware across...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maintaining robust Linux systems across diverse operational environments, ensuring mission continuity and security compliance in a high-stakes intelligence program. Can...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as you lead IT initiatives, enhance client partnerships, and drive technology solutions across diverse environments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver exceptional servic...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to engineer, integrate, and optimize Linux server solutions, enhancing critical infrastructure. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative, secure solutions in mission-cr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Elevate mission success by supporting a cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring uptime and performance. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance systems and streamline processes in a dynamic, Agile...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $150K *

Transform the Navy's training infrastructure by managing Linux systems and VMware environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure optimal performance and security of enterprise-wide modelin...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing network infrastructure for live broadcasts. Collaborate with engineers to integrate cutting-edge technologies, ensuring seamless operations and security i...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$122K - $149K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing system performance and user support. Manage installations, conduct troubleshooting, and maintain documentation while exploring new technologies to enhance ou...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Optimize enterprise Linux systems by designing, configuring, and maintaining RHEL environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure system performance, security, and availability while a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by managing IT systems and infrastructure. Provide expert support for troubleshooting, maintenance, and compliance, ensuring optimal performance across diverse platforms while coll...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career by managing enterprise Linux systems, automating processes, and ensuring security. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure reliability and support cutting-edge solutions i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$105K - $147K *

Inspire optimal server performance by mentoring teams and managing diverse IT operations. Oversee Linux and Windows systems, ensure reliable service delivery, and drive innovative DevOps practices in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $147K *

Optimize server operations by maintaining Linux and Windows environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure systems' health, performance, and security, while mentoring junior staff to enhance technic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $175K *

Transform Linux infrastructure by leading a dedicated team to ensure robust system performance, security, and availability while enhancing automation and troubleshooting efforts across complex environ...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $225K *

Transform your career by providing expert Linux system support across diverse environments. Leverage your security knowledge and extensive experience to enhance IT operations and ensure compliance in...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Take ownership of a critical Linux infrastructure, enhancing security and reliability while supporting cloud initiatives. Leverage your expertise in engineering and automation to drive modernization a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by managing and optimizing complex server environments. Leverage Infrastructure as Code and automation tools to enhance system reliability and security while mentoring tea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate enterprise-level IT operations by providing Tier 3 systems administration, security, and support for on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring compliance and optimal performance across mult...

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.