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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$110K - $130K *

Innovate in security engineering by assessing and mitigating vulnerabilities in complex systems to protect sensitive information, ensuring compliance with stringent Information Assurance standards and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and integrate complex Integrated Avionics systems, driving solutions from development to end-of-life. Engage in all lifecycle phases, focusing on issue resolution and sys...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of enterprise desktop environments by providing expert engineering and support for Windows OS, software deployment, and security configurations in a large-scale federal setting, ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $170K *

Discover your potential as you design and implement secure Azure architectures, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud capabilities and support mission-critical systems in a dynami...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform complex power systems as a Senior Systems Analyst by leading design initiatives, mentoring engineers, and ensuring alignment with customer requirements while maximizing performance and reduc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $231K *

Drive innovation by developing scalable distributed systems and optimizing performance for high-performance software applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance chip production ef...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $125K *

Transform the future of airborne acoustic signal processing by developing innovative software solutions for advanced military aircraft systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality across m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage engineering activities for complex information systems, guiding teams in requirements and solutions engineering. Oversee system integration and ensure timely delivery of geospatial intelligence...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $97K *

Transform IT operations by optimizing system performance and supporting ServiceNow environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and ensure stability across platforms while managing...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform systems engineering by overseeing project teams and delivering comprehensive support across multiple technical domains, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with government standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $208K *

Unlock potential by leading DevOps initiatives, mentoring teams, and enhancing enterprise infrastructure. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation, optimize processes, and ensure seamless inte...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovation in digital experiences by building and optimizing high-performing web applications. Collaborate with creative teams to enhance customer engagement across platforms while managing the...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $164K *

Shape the future of naval defense systems by providing expert engineering solutions for precision weapons programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance operational capabilities and ens...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $208K *

Transform cyber security initiatives by designing secure IT systems and leading incident response efforts. Drive technical excellence and innovation while ensuring the safety and integrity of critical...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the enhancement of security measures for cloud-based healthcare solutions, focusing on vulnerability management, incident response, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $208K *

Architect secure networks for classified environments, ensuring robust administration and maintenance. Engage in troubleshooting, user access control, and compliance with security policies while adapt...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Empower healthcare innovation by deploying and supporting cutting-edge digital pathology systems. Collaborate with IT teams and engineers to ensure seamless integration and reliability of Linux-based...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Transform the future of digital pathology by deploying and supporting Linux-based systems in clinical environments. Collaborate with IT teams and engineers to ensure reliability and performance for cr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $140K *

Join a team that's pioneering secure solutions for classified data and networks. Contribute to system configuration, testing, and innovative engineering projects that enhance security for government c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $133K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of robust data center solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and efficiency while men...

1 week ago

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

$152K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of infrastructure by optimizing virtualized and containerized environments. Play a key role in maintaining resilient systems, managing storage, and ensuring mission availability t...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing high-priority infrastructure through hands-on DevOps practices. Leverage your expertise in Linux, virtualization, and container management to ensure mission...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Empower your career by developing mission-critical software for space systems. Collaborate with senior engineers, enhance your skills, and take ownership of features in a dynamic environment focused o...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space technology! As a Software Engineer, you'll develop mission-critical software, collaborate with experts, and enhance your skills while delivering impactfu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Transform your software engineering career by delivering impactful solutions in the space domain. Collaborate with senior engineers, tackle complex challenges, and enhance your skills while contributi...

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  •   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.