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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$120K - $160K *

Drive innovation by enhancing performance tools for Apple platforms, collaborating with diverse teams to automate insights and streamline investigations. Your expertise will boost engineering efficien...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $110K *

Lead database administration efforts to ensure operational reliability, security, and performance for critical systems. Collaborate with teams to maintain data integrity and support the mission of a n...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$63K - $113K *

Champion operational efficiency by managing projects and nurturing client relationships. Employ technical skills to lead teams and mentor students in emerging data communications, ensuring high-qualit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Reimagine enterprise infrastructure and cloud architecture, ensuring secure, scalable, and resilient systems. Translate complex requirements into practical designs while balancing innovation, complian...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $188K *

Lead the charge in IT Operations management, ensuring reliable, secure, and cost-effective delivery of technology services across hybrid environments while managing staff, budgets, and continuous impr...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Empower your career by leading innovative systems engineering projects, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and collaboration with diverse stakeholders while focusing on operational excellence and cust...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $297K *

Unlock potential as a Senior Staff Storage Engineer, influencing EDA and HPC infrastructure. Own storage architecture and automation, ensuring operational excellence across petabyte-scale environments...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Oversee enterprise project management, ensuring system integrity and improvements. Liaise with sites to implement solutions while enhancing technology and user experiences. Champion IT/OT alignments t...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$56K - $112K *

Pioneer the design and implementation of cutting-edge network solutions in a dynamic cloud environment, ensuring seamless operations and optimal performance across multiple data centers during 24/7 co...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's responsible for maintaining and optimizing complex operating systems and servers, ensuring top performance, integrity, and compliance while executing installations and upgrades in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Innovate the management of enterprise-wide storage and compute infrastructure while ensuring compliance and optimal performance across multi-datacenter environments. Design, implement, and support hig...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in infrastructure management. You'll oversee enterprise-wide storage and compute systems, ensure security compliance, and design multi-datacenter solutions that s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $170K *

Unlock your potential by managing the quality control program for audio and video content. Collaborate with creative teams to enhance content quality, while coordinating multiple projects in a fast-pa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing and optimizing diverse database environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance data initiatives, ensuring reliability and performance. Take charge of cloud-based datab...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Champion enterprise security by implementing robust Privileged Access Management solutions, ensuring compliance and collaboration across teams to safeguard vital systems and access, while promoting le...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Innovate IT infrastructure management by optimizing systems and enhancing compliance. Leverage expertise in Microsoft technologies and AI-driven tools to streamline operations and improve stability wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $221K *

Transform enterprise configuration management by establishing frameworks that enhance process standardization, ensure compliance, and foster operational excellence across cross-functional teams and co...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$123K - $221K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide configuration governance and documentation to ensure compliance, operational consistency, and process standardization across complex environments. Drive str...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Take ownership of the design, implementation, and optimization of complex enterprise networking and hybrid infrastructures, ensuring robust security and operational excellence across multiple projects...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $135K *

Execute cutting-edge network operations and support as you design, maintain, and enhance network infrastructures, ensuring seamless connectivity and security across diverse environments while deliveri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team driving large-scale Linux server migrations. Collaborate across teams to ensure system stability, optimize performance, and implement automation for seamless trans...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to maintain and optimize our network infrastructure, ensuring secure and reliable connectivity across operations. Play a key role in troubleshooting issues and imple...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Engage learners and deliver impactful cyber training programs, translating technical network scenarios into actionable curriculum while managing infrastructure in virtual and hybrid environments...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Lead terminal operations to ensure efficient, safe, and compliant freight movement while driving employee engagement, operational excellence, and cost management. Partner with teams to achieve service...

Dorval, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$75K - $95K *

Transform operations by leading a dynamic terminal team to enhance efficiency, ensure safety, and achieve performance targets while fostering employee engagement and driving continuous improvement ini...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.