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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$95K - $115K *

Transform IT infrastructure by designing and supporting secure, reliable systems for seamless operation. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure business conti...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $198K *

Lead the charge in developing mission-critical Command & Control solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and create innovative architectures that meet diverse...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize enterprise applications and integrations, ensuring security and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and manage cloud environments, vendor relationships...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K *

Transform enterprise Windows infrastructure and cloud environments by designing, implementing, and securing systems. Collaborate with IT teams to optimize performance, automate processes, and ensure c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $120K *

Transform your career by supporting and securing our network infrastructure and systems. Join a collaborative IT team to maintain optimal performance, lead projects, and mentor others while ensuring a...

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

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of advanced systems for Naval Electronic Warfare. Collaborate on innovative solutions that enhance military capabilities in challenging environme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by managing complex systems engineering projects for critical radar systems, ensuring effective solutions that meet technical, schedule, and cost constraints while support...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative systems engineering solutions for a high-priority nuclear modernization program, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to schedule and cost constraints w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering for a high-priority defense program. You'll engage in comprehensive engineering activities, ensuring mission success through effective desi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing expert Systems Engineering support for advanced Intelligence Architecture, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot and enhance mission-critical syst...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of defense by leading systems engineering efforts for critical radar systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational excellence and deliver innovative solutions that enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join us to drive innovative solutions in systems engineering for major acquisitions. Leverage your expertise in DoD and IC processes to ensure timely transitions and effective risk management while co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Shape the future of defense systems by providing expert systems engineering services, driving acquisition strategies, and ensuring timely transitions to operational use while managing risks and costs...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Empower national security by leading systems engineering for nuclear detection systems. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of critical capabilities, focusing on requiremen...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion systems integration and testing for advanced electronic warfare solutions. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance Navy ships' defenses against unmanned aerial threats through rigorous...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team dedicated to enhancing naval operations through advanced systems integration and testing of innovative electronic warfare solutions. Collaborate in dynamic environments while implementing...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engineer high-performance software for robotics data collection systems, optimizing device-side data recording and middleware. Collaborate across teams to enhance system performance and ensure robust...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance deployment practices through containerization and automation. Provide systems engineering support, manage Docker lifecycles, and troubleshoot issues to ensure seamless o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Help us advance our DevOps capabilities by managing containerized applications, optimizing deployment practices, and providing systems engineering support to enhance team productivity and project succ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of cutting-edge embedded software solutions, collaborating with architects and specialists to create a containerized Operating Environment for software-defined radios, while tack...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on developing cutting-edge embedded software solutions for advanced military communication systems, collaborating across the full software stack to d...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Systems Engineer, tackling complex technical challenges while optimizing mission-critical infrastructure across multiple locations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance se...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $234K *

Join a team that's transforming AI compute infrastructure by designing scalable software solutions for distributed systems. You'll enhance operational efficiency and reliability across global fleets...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $261K *

Transform AI compute infrastructure by designing scalable software solutions that automate cluster management and enhance operational efficiency across global systems. Collaborate with cross-functiona...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $125K *

Elevate system performance by providing expert Tier 2/3 support, managing network configurations, and implementing innovative technologies to enhance user experience and operational efficiency...

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

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.