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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$200K - $280K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise infrastructure modernization, cloud operations, and FinOps governance. Drive strategy, collaboration, and optimization across global teams to ensure operational...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$500K+*

Engage in critical project management for U.S. Coast Guard initiatives, ensuring efficient integration of program services. Lead a dedicated team through the full project lifecycle, optimizing workflo...

1 month ago

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

$142K - $237K *

Engineer cutting-edge IT solutions as part of an agile team, focusing on identity management, automation, and compliance. Expand your skills while driving high-impact infrastructure projects using clo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive technology infrastructure across multiple states, ensuring optimal installation, maintenance, and support of complex systems. Collaborate with leadership to implement solutions that enhance oper...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $123K *

Grow your career with a dynamic IT team supporting a remote workforce. Drive innovative solutions, providing operational support for end-user hardware/software and collaborate on compliance and securi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive alumni engagement and communication by enhancing the Alumni Relations ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, efficient, and systematic solutions while meeting evolv...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in IT procurement, focusing on SaaS and software. Own strategic negotiations, vendor relationships, and asset management to ensure efficient spending and compliance across the organiza...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Engineer advanced IT systems and infrastructure to enhance enterprise operations, providing senior-level technical support and leadership for various complex projects while ensuring system efficiency...

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

$80K - $92K *

Take ownership of IT systems and support by managing user requests, enhancing infrastructure, and optimizing workflows through automation, contributing to seamless operations and a secure IT environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of systems engineering, analyzing and integrating complex architectures to meet mission requirements. Drive technical leadership and guide development processes to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $135K *

Join us to shape the future of cloud infrastructure by building and owning the observability pipeline for our datacenter hardware. This role requires refining raw telemetry into actionable insights cr...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the development and management of secure cloud infrastructure, focusing on Azure security in a financial services setting. Collaborate with diverse teams to implement effective governance and sup...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Develop, optimize, and support Windows Server environments, employing strong automation and system administration skills to enhance reliability and performance across physical and virtual infrastructu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Data Infrastructure Engineer, enhancing our Federal operations through architectural leadership, incident resolution, and data system reliability in a vital compliance env...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $173K *

Lead critical test and deployment efforts. Oversee validation, integration, and readiness certifications for secure and reliable technology deployments across diverse sites, ensuring smooth implementa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $200K *

Empower seamless cloud operations by automating infrastructure, enhancing reliability, and driving system performance. Collaborate globally to optimize SaaS/IaaS offerings while ensuring security and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by providing critical IT solutions for integrated systems. Collaborate with users to analyze software issues, develop applications, and enhance technology reliability while ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engineer internal compliance audits that assess IT and operational areas, focusing on controls, risk management, efficiency, and leveraging AI tools for improved audit processes...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K *

Lead the charge in maintaining and improving equipment efficiency by supervising a skilled team, ensuring adherence to quality standards while enhancing operational performance and safety in a dynamic...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K *

Shape operational excellence by leading a maintenance team to ensure optimal performance of machinery and systems, focusing on preventive maintenance, repairs, and team training in a dynamic manufactu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $228K *

Champion innovation by developing cutting-edge software for next-gen network monitoring. Collaborate with multi-site teams to enhance performance and quality in cloud environments, while utilizing div...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading Kubernetes deployments in diverse cloud and on-prem environments. Collaborate with engineering teams and customers to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, ensuring s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Reimagine cloud infrastructure as you engage with customers to deploy and support Kubernetes environments across various platforms. Solve technical challenges and drive deployment success in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Advance your expertise in troubleshooting and deploying Kubernetes environments across multiple infrastructures, working closely with technical teams and customers to resolve complex issues and ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize customer Kubernetes deployments by providing hands-on support in AWS, Azure, and on-prem environments. Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, ensuring seamless infrastruct...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.