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.

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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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Innovate enterprise HR systems by leading PeopleSoft HCM initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance functionality, maintain data integrity, and over...

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize system performance by leading configuration management and technical oversight. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance operability and maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standard...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as an Operations Engineer, driving MES enhancements and optimizing manufacturing processes. Collaborate across departments to ensure quality and reliability while fostering a cultu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $131K *

Drive secure, efficient IT solutions while collaborating with diverse teams enhancing classified systems. Leverage your skills in systems administration and cybersecurity to support critical programs...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $141K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $141K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $140K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $236K *

Transform national security through innovative systems engineering. Leverage your expertise in network design and administration to enhance operational capabilities while ensuring compliance and techn...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Bellota Labs is seeking a Senior/Principal DevOps Engineer to shape the architecture and development of their innovative gaming platform, ClubWPT Gold. This role involves managing DevOps tools, automa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$78K - $250K *

Deliver innovative solutions by leveraging your expertise in Python and C++. Engage in complex systems engineering projects while collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance operational capabilities...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting tactical data management through advanced system administration. Leverage your expertise in Linux and Windows environments to enhance operational efficiency...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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Drive end-to-end architecture for next-gen data center solutions, influencing platform strategy and collaborating with hyperscale customers to deliver innovative, scalable, and high-performance system...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative solutions by automating Linux and Kubernetes environments, ensuring optimal performance and security for mission-critical applications while collaborating with multidisciplinary te...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $131K *

Take ownership of system operations and performance monitoring in a mission-critical environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and resolve anomalies, support...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Innovate our Microsoft 365 environment by engineering solutions that enhance security, governance, and automation. Collaborate with teams to drive modernization initiatives and improve employee produc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $95K *

Support network stability and performance by monitoring, troubleshooting, and escalating issues. Ensure adherence to operating procedures while utilizing enterprise tools to maintain optimal operation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Support the stability and performance of enterprise network infrastructure. Monitor, troubleshoot, and document network issues while adhering to operating procedures. Collaborate with vendors and util...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $115K *

Elevate network operations by troubleshooting and optimizing a global data center network. Lead incident response, enhance processes, and drive automation initiatives while collaborating with engineer...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $115K *

Support advanced network operations by troubleshooting and optimizing a global data center network. Collaborate with teams to resolve complex issues, enhance processes, and drive continuous improvemen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a full stack engineer, enhancing data workflows for government operators and supporting defense companies in securing vital contracts. Collaborate on innovative solutions that a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize our internal IT systems and security posture while managing user access, supporting AWS operations, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with the COO to enhance efficiency and maintain a secu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $108K *

Engineer and lead high-impact IT solutions focused on Windows, VMware, and Exchange systems. Drive maintenance, design, and implementation standards while managing a portfolio of projects for optimal...

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  •   8 - 10 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.