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 *

Lead program management efforts by analyzing, scheduling, and optimizing resources for medium-scale projects. Ensure timely delivery and stakeholder alignment while managing risks and team performance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining an internal client services team to provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 support. Collaborate across functions while troubleshooting diverse technical issues and contributing to conti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of application development by supporting Agile processes and CI/CD tools as a Senior DevOps Tools Engineer focused on enhancing system efficiency, stability, and automation across glo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Manage and enhance Agile development tools and CI/CD processes, ensuring optimal performance for application teams while fostering a collaborative DevOps culture across the organization...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Manage the daily operations of IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and availability. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues and implement updates, whi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate network performance and security by integrating, testing, and optimizing solutions. Collaborate with experts to enhance compliance, documentation, and incident management, ensuring robust netw...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $110K *

Empower the future of our IT landscape by designing and managing innovative cloud and server solutions. You'll collaborate with teams to enhance operational processes and ensure top performance in a d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive successful complex data migrations, ensuring thorough ownership of projects from planning to execution, while collaborating with IT teams to provide innovative solutions and support documentatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $205K *

Unlock potential by leading mainframe z/OS storage solutions, enhancing disaster recovery, and managing top-tier IBM DS8000 and TS7700 storage systems. Collaborate with teams on proactive changes, ens...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $205K *

Lead the charge in optimizing mainframe z/OS storage operations, ensuring efficiency and reliability across environments. Leverage your extensive experience to enhance disaster recovery strategies and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing database performance and security. As a Database Administrator, you'll enhance data availability and integrity, support application development, and automate...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's designing and commissioning advanced audiovisual systems for government projects worldwide. Leverage your expertise to deliver reliable, secure AV/IT solutions, ensuring mission suc...

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

$133K - $222K *

Optimize system performance and security in a mission-critical environment. Leverage your expertise to manage, troubleshoot, and enhance IT infrastructure, ensuring seamless operations for vital defen...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$320K - $405K *

Develop robust systems for tracking and managing infrastructure assets. Collaborate across teams to ensure controls, compliance, and efficient reporting, all while maintaining high standards for data...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive advancements in Epic Research by developing and maintaining robust integrations. Collaborate with security teams and enhance healthcare data workflows to support seamless communication between E...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Help us develop and maintain Epic Research interfaces and integrations, ensuring secure healthcare data exchange and interoperability, while collaborating with teams to enhance clinical research funct...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $140K *

Lead daily operations of a nursing facility ensuring compliance and quality care for residents. Develop policies, monitor staff performance, manage budgets, and engage with the community while promoti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $153K *

Empower a dynamic team to design and support robust networking solutions across hybrid cloud environments, enhancing operational excellence and security for Managed Services platforms...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Join a team that empowers innovation and collaboration in Systems Engineering, driving projects with your expertise in Microsoft environments and automation skills while shaping enterprise solutions a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K *

Lead and innovate within our IT infrastructure team, overseeing system operations, security, and strategic direction. Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to enhance web services for the globa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in executing complex engineering programs, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful design, integration, and testing per contract requirements while interfacing with g...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $102K *

Lead the evolution of IT infrastructure by managing networks and data centers, optimizing security, and strategizing innovations to enhance university-wide connectivity and communication systems...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $125K *

Transform the financial data landscape by ensuring optimal functionality of Oracle EPM applications. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, troubleshoot issues, and maintain secure, effi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $110K *

Support and enhance global IT infrastructure and employee experience by managing IT operations, troubleshooting issues, and driving system efficiencies to ensure reliability and security across divers...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive the design and management of enterprise networks, ensuring operational readiness and effective training support. Collaborate with teams to enhance network infrastructure across varied environmen...

1 week 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.