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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$60K - $200K *

Elevate infrastructure reliability by leading a skilled team of System Administrators. Drive performance optimization, ensure logical security, and tackle complex technical challenges to support seaml...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Unlock your potential while providing IT operations support for Azure environments. Engage in problem-solving, performance monitoring, and cybersecurity compliance, ensuring system reliability and sec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Lead the enhancement of our IT infrastructure, ensuring resilience through disaster recovery, cloud solutions, and operational support. Balance strategic initiatives with daily technical support in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing vital systems that safeguard national security through advanced cryptographic solutions. Collaborate with experts to enhance compliance and data protection in a dynam...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $205K *

Champion innovative workplace technology initiatives across the Americas, leading a high-performing team in project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and financial governance to drive business transfo...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform complex environments by architecting and modernizing Linux-based systems and cloud platforms. Contribute to operational excellence in mission-critical applications while ensuring high availa...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $179K *

Elevate your career by joining a skilled team, enhancing enterprise infrastructure and IT systems to support national defense missions, while optimizing performance and reliability across diverse tech...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $127K *

Champion the management and optimization of our network infrastructure, ensuring high performance and security across on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance network desi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $131K *

Unlock value by managing and optimizing IT systems, focusing on endpoint management and identity solutions. Collaborate with senior engineers, support infrastructure, and ensure compliance while enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $199K *

Optimize enterprise desktop application stability and performance while supporting critical national defense operations. Collaborate across teams to ensure effective packaging, deployment, and securit...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $165K *

Drive IT systems administration excellence in a dynamic environment, adeptly managing Microsoft Windows and Linux systems while resolving complex technical challenges as part of a collaborative team...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $137K *

Manage and maintain advanced physical security systems, ensuring compliance while leading projects that enhance safety and reliability. Collaborate across departments to implement best practices in se...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $110K *

Join our team to engineer and support innovative solutions in a Windows environment, enhance system deployment, and improve network operations while collaborating with various teams to ensure seamless...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $104K *

Shape the future of IT infrastructure by managing technical operations, troubleshooting, and coordinating vendor support to ensure seamless connectivity and optimal performance across our data center...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise technology modernization projects, managing complex IT initiatives including cloud solutions and tool deployments while liaising with stakeholders and ensuring ad...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Champion IT excellence by leading a dynamic Service Desk team, focusing on customer satisfaction and operational efficiency through ITIL best practices while partnering with key stakeholders to drive...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead and optimize enterprise network infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance across various environments, while providing technical guidance and supporting infrastructure changes that ali...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $475K *

MatX is seeking an AI System Software Engineer to develop scalable and high-performance system software components, including device drivers and low-level libraries, for their advanced silicon product...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Engage with enterprise teams to support and enhance cloud infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance of hardware and software systems while delivering exceptional user support and maintaining securi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion network excellence as a Senior Systems Engineer, driving the design, implementation, and optimization of complex network infrastructures while ensuring robust performance across multiple envi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$86K - $165K *

Transform IT operations by providing systems administration in diverse environments, ensuring high availability and security for 24x7 factory systems, while collaborating in a fast-paced technological...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $95K *

Advance your career by supporting IT operations and vendor management. Collaborate with staff and technical teams to enhance network, systems, and cybersecurity performance, while ensuring timely issu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Champion embedded cybersecurity by overseeing system security design, implementation, and risk mitigation for defense weapon systems to enhance product integrity and innovation in cybersecurity measur...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Optimize IT system performance by managing Microsoft Identity Manager and SQL environments. Collaborate in troubleshooting, maintenance, and configuration to ensure data integrity and enhance user exp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $222K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of high-performance computing, designing and maintaining robust, low-latency networks across multiple sites, while ensuring secure and efficient data transfers for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.