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 *

Empower employees by leading innovative onboarding and development strategies that foster integration and growth, creating a cohesive and engaged workforce aligned with institutional values and missio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$185K - $200K *

Shape your career by leading a modern SOC, enhancing security operations, driving improvements, and ensuring effective incident management while collaborating with diverse teams to uphold cybersecurit...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate solutions in Microsoft Azure by designing, deploying, and supporting cloud environments. Collaborate with clients to integrate Azure with existing infrastructures while maintaining documentat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Elevate customer success by driving Emergency Call Management adoption. This role emphasizes cloud product integration and technical support, ensuring seamless operation within client infrastructures...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $110K *

Shape organizational transformation by leading change initiatives, developing strategies, and collaborating with federal leaders. Drive success in program execution while implementing best practices i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$87K - $124K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing application performance and reliability. Collaborate with various stakeholders to support, troubleshoot, and enhance enterprise systems, ensuring seamless op...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $99K *

Drive impactful learning by designing diverse educational solutions that leverage technology and adult learning principles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance educational experiences a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$89K - $179K *

Empower the software engineering team to design, develop, and test innovative applications and platform solutions. Collaborate across the SDLC while adhering to best practices and proactively resolvin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $114K *

Drive the implementation and oversight of fiber network construction projects, ensuring compliance with standards and effective coordination across multiple locations while managing costs and timeline...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $180K *

Lead the development of strategic relationships with key clients, driving innovative solutions and new business opportunities while collaborating closely with senior executives to enhance overall busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $138K *

Lead the charge in managing configuration processes for MODES III systems, ensuring proper documentation and compliance. Utilize your expertise to support military family policies in this critical, re...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $208K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of infrastructure automation, working on systems management, CI/CD development, and the latest in virtualization technologies to drive innovation in audio and video...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $128K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by automating and securing SaaS platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational excellence and drive modernization and scalability wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $175K *

Execute impactful networking product strategies, translating technical complexities into market-ready offerings while collaborating across engineering teams to ensure successful delivery within a high...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a dynamic Operations Emergency Response Team to stabilize and restore manufacturing operations across U.S. and Canada. This hands-on role requires urgent technical leadership in critical producti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team focused on operational risk management, ensuring safe delivery of new capacity. Drive cross-functional collaboration and continuous improvement to enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Contribute to epidemiologic and scientific projects by analyzing real-world EMR data, ensuring high-quality programming outputs through SAS, and collaborating with cross-functional teams for regulator...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll enhance DevSecOps pipelines, automate security processes, and collaborate on infrastructure operations. Manage containerized applications and optimize secure network i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our DevSecOps pipeline, optimizing deployment and security through automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure safety while driving techni...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$276K - $344K *

Drive innovation by managing a senior engineering team, fostering AI-driven projects, and enhancing code quality for customer-facing solutions while collaborating in a fast-paced, remote startup envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $103K *

Empower stakeholders by designing and implementing innovative ServiceNow solutions, enhancing workflow management and integration across systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize processes a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at a leading company, managing risks and developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with engineers, mentor junior staff, and ensure effective operations across multiple...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $163K *

Join a dynamic team to configure, monitor, and support Epic Client Systems infrastructure, ensuring system performance and reliability. Collaborate with technical teams while adapting to evolving heal...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Lead the charge in Active Directory account administration utilizing advanced scripting and technical skills for user management across multiple classified networks, resolving access issues and ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $226K *

Develop the future of networking software, collaborating with engineers to build, test, and optimize core features, ensuring security and performance across the product lifecycle while working asynchr...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   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.