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 *

Unlock your potential by maintaining and enhancing a robust, secure payment platform while managing critical HSMs and supporting complex database systems. Join us in ensuring the performance and secur...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Advance progress at the U.S. Department of War by managing and optimizing the Jira and Confluence platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance quality assurance workflows, automate processes, and impr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $146K *

Lead the charge in transforming IT infrastructure by providing hands-on solutions and strategic planning. Collaborate with teams to analyze problems, innovate solutions, and ensure project success acr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $219K *

Join a team that's redefining financial systems! As a Principal Finance Systems Administrator, you will lead architecture and integration of our vital financial tech stack, ensuring seamless operation...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $113K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our enterprise IT network infrastructure, ensuring exceptional availability, security, and performance within a regulated environment. Contribute to mission-critical opera...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $100K *

Serve as a key driver for enhancing IT infrastructure and user support. Manage systems, coordinate vendors, and provide hands-on technical assistance. Collaborate in a mission-driven environment to st...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring seamless IT operations and support. Lead the charge in managing daily technology services, guiding IT staff, and fostering a secure, efficient environment to e...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$62K - $101K *

Lead the charge in developing and coordinating training programs that enhance compliance and employee development within a healthcare setting, ensuring effective learning experiences and documentation...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Unlock seamless cloud operations by administering and securing mission-critical environments. Collaborate in ensuring compliance, proactive issue resolution, and effective service restoration for a va...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Drive the administration and maintenance of MS SQL Server databases to ensure optimal performance, security, and reliability within production and non-production environments while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $125K *

Manage application environments and optimize performance of analytics platforms. Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure system security, availability, and compliance while providing support for...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Accelerate your career by managing high-performance Citrix systems. Take ownership of application delivery, infrastructure maintenance, and security compliance in a dynamic environment. Enjoy opportun...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $100K *

Transform customer experience by providing expert technical support for complex issues, ensuring timely resolutions while maintaining high service standards. Serve as a key contributor with opportunit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise messaging systems, ensuring seamless communication and leading innovation in technology. Apply your expertise to develop infrastructure, enhance user experie...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform and manage network and security systems, ensuring optimal performance across various platforms while enhancing cybersecurity and automating processes for efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Elevate IT infrastructure support by providing remote and on-site assistance. Manage hardware, software, and user connectivity across multiple locations, ensuring optimal performance and compliance wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $158K *

Join a team that's committed to providing comprehensive IT support across multiple sites. You will troubleshoot and maintain both physical and virtual systems while ensuring seamless user experiences...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to monitor, maintain, and support IT and electronic security systems for various clients while providing Tier 1 helpdesk assistance and ensuring compliance with system standards. F...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion rapid recovery and stability in mainframe environments, leading analysis and risk assessment for infrastructure changes while fostering collaboration among cross-functional teams to enhance o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $210K *

Unlock the potential of our testing infrastructure by owning the CI/CD pipelines and enhancing performance profiling. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation in regression testing and automation...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $210K *

Optimize our critical hardware regression testing and CI/CD infrastructure, leading multiple teams in performance profiling while developing robust applications and maintaining Kubernetes environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $210K *

Transform our critical hardware regression testing infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines while collaborating with multiple development teams to enhance product performance and reliability through effecti...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $203K *

Join a team that's dedicated to supporting and integrating systems for government operations. Leverage your engineering skills to manage complex projects, collaborating across multiple stakeholders to...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $286K *

Contribute to system requirements specifications and design activities. Lead technical leadership and integration efforts while ensuring technical integrity and feasibility studies. Collaborate with s...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $165K *

Drive complex database solutions and hybrid cloud implementations, ensuring stability and compliance while leading cross-functional teams in architectural design and governance. Translate technical ne...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.