Unix System Administrator Jobs

As a Unix System Administrator, you have the opportunity to shape the technical landscape of some of the world's top companies. Here at Ladders, we provide an extensive range of job opportunities that leverage Unix systems experience, offering intriguing roles and handsome pay packages that start from $100K or more.

Why Unix System Administration?

Unix System Administration stretches across divers industries -from tech giants, finance majors, to telecom behemoths. Given the wide-spread utilization of Unix systems, abundant career opportunities await those armed with the right skill set.

Your Future in Unix System Administration

Whether you're looking to break into Unix System Administration or further solidify your position, our job listings are full of high paying opportunities to catapult your career.

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$90K - $120K *

Accelerate ERP projects by leading effective implementation for clients, ensuring timely deliverables and alignment with business goals. Utilize project management expertise to drive client satisfacti...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $280K *

Join a team that's committed to driving sales excellence and growth by leading a high-performing sales force, enhancing processes, and collaborating with cross-functional leaders to achieve strategic...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K *

Engage in driving effective product support by managing issues, enhancing processes, and collaborating across teams to ensure smooth operations and improved user experience while ensuring clear commun...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of software engineering and data science. Leverage your backend expertise, working closely with data scientists on robust API development and production systems...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $234K *

Transform the future of IT services by leading the management of virtual environments, ensuring secure and optimized virtualization solutions to support mission-critical operations across the vast Ind...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Discover and mitigate cybersecurity risks impacting IT systems, collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance risk controls and compliance. Lead assessments and develop strategies to protect against...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the development and enhancement of critical software systems. Collaborate with teams to implement tech solutions aligned with business goals, ensuring efficient operations, compliance, and contin...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Drive your career by supporting critical modernization efforts in healthcare. Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and transform legacy systems, ensuring improved services for veterans...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Transform the quality assurance landscape by developing automated tests using Java, collaborating with cross-functional Agile teams, and enhancing software validation processes across multiple platfor...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$250K - $300K *

Architect multi-petabyte storage solutions for AI workloads, optimize performance, and drive cost efficiencies while implementing Kubernetes-native operators for scalable, automated data management at...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our production systems for reliability and performance. Collaborate in a dynamic environment, driving automation initiatives and maintaining mission-critical services to...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$67K - $99K *

Elevate your career by collaborating in an agile team to develop, test, and enhance billing software solutions while driving innovation and accountability in a dynamic work-from-home environment...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $89K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing, optimizing, and maintaining network solutions in a dynamic, 24/7 environment to support cutting-edge healthcare technologies and ensure operational excellenc...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead and manage complex cybersecurity programs, driving innovation and operational excellence while coordinating multi-location contractor teams and aligning projects with NIAID goals...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$189K - $302K *

Manage customer success initiatives to maximize product benefits for NAPS clients. Collaborate with system integrators and technical teams to eliminate barriers, ensuring effective implementation and...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $130K *

Transform scientific computing support by leading program management efforts, ensuring financial integrity and operational excellence while collaborating with key stakeholders to enhance mission objec...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Reimagine program management in a dynamic role overseeing complex projects and teams, driving financial and contract management, while ensuring the delivery of innovative health IT solutions and effec...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $120K *

Engineer robust full-stack solutions that process vast data volumes. Collaborate across teams, design and implement innovative features, and ensure high code quality in a dynamic environment serving c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $277K *

Grow your career by leading a high-performing team of technical experts driving AI, data protection, and cloud infrastructure solutions. Influence outcomes through strategic engagements and coaching...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform healthcare technology by developing and modernizing applications for Veteran care. Collaborate in an Agile environment to deliver secure, scalable solutions supporting major federal moderniz...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $110K *

Transform our Salesforce platform by managing administration, enhancing integrations, and improving user experience. Collaborate across departments to ensure a secure, reliable, and high-performance e...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $190K *

Join a team that's focused on optimizing financial systems. Drive the implementation and support of Oracle Fusion ERP Cloud, collaborating with key business teams to enhance operations and ensure SOX...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $163K *

Empower innovation by developing a self-service application platform for AWS, utilizing Jenkins and Terraform to automate workflows and enhance security. Collaborate across teams to deliver robust, sc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of technology-driven manufacturing as a Project Manager, overseeing project execution, quality assurance, and team leadership to optimize operations, ensure budget compliance, and dri...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $95K *

Design user-centered interfaces for web, mobile, and desktop applications. Collaborate with teams to transform requirements into intuitive solutions while ensuring usability principles guide the lifec...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What skills are required for a Unix System Administrator job?question toggle

    Key skills include Unix System Management, Shell Scripting, Network Troubleshooting, and superior Problem-Solving Abilities. Additionally, in-depth knowledge of multiple Unix distributions could serve as an advantage.

  • What positions are available for Unix System Administrators on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders offers a wide range of positions from Junior Unix System Administrators, Senior Unix System Administrators, Unix System Engineer to Lead Unix System Administrator.

  • What is the salary range for Unix System Administrators?question toggle

    The salary range for Unix System Administrators starts at $100K and could go up significantly depending on the level of expertise and the company.