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 - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading SAP RSH project deliveries, optimizing resource scheduling, and enhancing client solutions to ensure high satisfaction and effective maintenance operations...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Optimize cost management services for large-scale construction projects. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage budgets, and ensure project objectives are met in complex construction environments. Remo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $120K *

Help us drive excellence in cost management for large-scale data center projects. Collaborate with diverse teams, ensuring client objectives are met through strategic analysis and disciplined cost pla...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in overseeing critical federal projects, managing cross-functional teams to ensure service delivery, compliance, and customer satisfaction; a key role requiring strategic leadership an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Reimagine developer experiences by designing and automating robust platform infrastructure. This role encompasses collaboration across teams to enhance productivity, ensure system reliability, and imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$91K - $172K *

Elevate your career as a Tax Manager for our Not for Profit team, where you'll deliver tailored tax and advisory services, cultivate client relationships, and empower junior staff in a collaborative e...

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2 weeks ago

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

$165K - $175K *

Lead and develop the AI Adoption team, driving enterprise-wide AI fluency and sustainable usage. Collaborate across functions to enable technology adoption and ensure responsible AI governance through...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Drive effective sales operations and renewals by leading teams, optimizing CRM systems, and collaborating across functions to enhance workflows and achieve business objectives...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$206K - $275K *

Champion innovative developer experiences to empower engineers through effective CI/CD, tooling, and AI integration, driving productivity and measurable outcomes across the software lifecycle...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by driving innovative interface development and integration solutions in a dynamic healthcare environment, ensuring data integrity and optimal performance while collaborating wit...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Champion innovative product strategies in AI-driven development, guiding end-to-end feature delivery while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive customer value and ensure market success...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Champion end-to-end architecture and delivery of enterprise integration platforms. Lead full-stack development and mentor engineers while architecting scalable systems on AWS, integrating platforms li...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $184K *

Lead the charge in transforming healthcare technology through intelligent automation, enhancing member responsiveness and operational efficiency by developing, supporting, and optimizing solutions usi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $235K *

Join a team that develops innovative software for high-throughput data processing, supporting real-time decisions in remote sensing and satellite systems, while collaborating across disciplines to enh...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$70K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by becoming a key contributor in enhancing software solutions for clients. Collaborate with project teams to document requirements, conduct testing, and ensure deliverables meet...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $95K *

Drive excellence in MDS services by training and supporting nursing teams to enhance resident care quality while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and improving 5-star ratings across facil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $240K *

Drive end-to-end client success for strategic accounts by optimizing AI deployment and fostering relationships. Engage with diverse stakeholders while building scalable systems for enhanced client exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$136K - $204K *

Architect tailored cloud solutions by providing leadership and guidance. Drive technical delivery across complex engagements while developing team capabilities and fostering client partnerships. Ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock strategic potential by delivering high-impact, client-focused IT projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance service quality, resolve issues, and drive measurable growth and client sati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion seamless project handovers to ensure high-quality service readiness, minimize operational risk, and align cross-functional teams for success in energy storage solutions and services from day...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable cloud solutions on AWS, transforming legacy infrastructures into modern cloud-native architectures to enhance data analytics and operational eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Engage in managing the lifecycle of moderate-to-complex sales opportunities, driving account growth through effective collaboration and proactive strategy development while mentoring junior team membe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to mentor engineers and lead the development of complex financial systems. Drive architecture decisions while remaining hands-on. Collaborate across domains to enhance payment, fra...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $169K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative Fire Control software, ensuring reliability and future readiness for Navy platforms while managing the full software lifecycle...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Create high-quality software solutions by designing, developing, and debugging applications. Collaborate effectively, contribute to complex projects, and lead junior engineers while maintaining high c...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.