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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$69K - $103K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing enterprise messaging and infrastructure. This role offers the chance to enhance system performance, support technical operations, and ensure secure environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $243K *

Unlock potential by providing expert technical leadership and consulting, ensuring successful design and implementation of high-performance technology solutions, while nurturing customer relationships...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $109K *

Join a dynamic team as a vital NOC System Administrator, enhancing network operations and security for crucial defense programs while ensuring optimal system performance and availability across local...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $111K *

Contribute to advancing drug discovery by developing a cloud-based platform for global data sharing and analytics, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to integrate AI and ensure compliance in a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $130K *

Develop innovative software solutions to enhance product offerings, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating across engineering teams to drive optimal performance and reliabilit...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $196K *

Engineer resilient DDI solutions by leveraging automation and scalable architecture. Drive network availability and security, while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join us to administer and secure Windows systems, enhance IT infrastructure, and ensure operational efficiency. Collaborate with security teams and streamline automation while tackling complex challen...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Champion IT integrity by managing Windows and cloud systems, ensuring security, and driving automation. Collaborate with security teams to enhance compliance and tackle complex challenges in a dynamic...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $95K *

Unlock the potential of IT infrastructure and cybersecurity by ensuring robust support for nationwide operations, maintaining compliance, and optimizing system performance to enhance mission effective...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Manage a large-scale Control-M environment across Mainframe and Linux, ensuring administration, troubleshooting, and strategic direction for mission-critical production workloads. Collaborate with tea...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $196K *

Drive your career with this expert-level DDI Engineer role, focused on DNS, DHCP, and IPAM. Leverage advanced Python and Ansible skills to design scalable solutions and enhance operational efficiency...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovative storage solutions in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise in LUN provisioning, cloud storage, and backup technologies to support mission-critical IT ini...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $196K *

Shape enterprise-level DDI solutions through design, automation, and operational excellence. Leverage your expertise in DNS, DHCP, and IPAM to enhance network reliability, security, and efficiency acr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team as you support high-performance computing users, resolve technical issues, optimize workflows, and enhance user experiences. Collaborate with researchers to deliver training and im...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $110K *

Engineer seamless integration of JIRA and GitLab, ensuring secure data synchronization and workflow automation. Collaborate on API solutions and enforce enterprise authentication protocols to enhance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Elevate operations by supporting Special Access Programs for defense agencies. This role involves troubleshooting, maintaining secure networks, and mentoring team members while ensuring compliance wit...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $106K *

Champion the development and administration of SAS environments while driving ETL pipeline creation, performance tuning, and system optimization. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational effici...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that enhances network infrastructure through design, monitoring, and optimization. Ensure scalability and reliability while leading innovations in technology, security, and connectivity ac...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that delivers expert support for complex operating systems, ensuring optimal performance and data integrity while managing upgrades and troubleshooting issues in a secure environment. Your...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$72K - $133K *

Drive the design and optimization of Windows enterprise infrastructure, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security while leading projects and mentoring junior engineers in a collaborative environ...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Grow your career with us as you manage IT help desk operations, ensuring effective support for users. Be the key liaison, enhance processes, and drive operational efficiency for a world-class tech env...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $88K *

Lead the operation and maintenance of advanced water treatment automation systems, overseeing PLC, SCADA, and telemetry processes to ensure effective water reclamation and safety of operations. Drive...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$91K - $112K *

Lead the design and delivery of robust IT infrastructure projects. Enhance system performance, security, and scalability by mentoring your team, overseeing project execution, and implementing innovati...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing innovative Systems Engineering solutions. Oversee technical support for strategic systems, ensuring robust and compliant network solutions that meet mission o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of IT capacity management by ensuring resources meet business demand in a regulated environment. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance, manage risks, and align strategies for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week 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.