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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$75K - $95K *

Drive the performance and maintenance of IT systems. Support users and teams in a dynamic environment, ensuring reliability across cloud, Linux, and Windows systems. Tackle technical issues with profi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Launch your career by managing high-performance systems across multiple subsidiaries, ensuring availability and security. Drive automation and optimize infrastructure in a dynamic environment with amp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $360K *

Drive operational efficiency by streamlining workflows and automating systems. Contribute to a centralized team optimizing enterprise applications to enhance productivity and reduce operational overhe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Analyst in Linux Systems Administration, providing enterprise-level support and management in a dynamic global environment, while collaborating with cross-functional...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $179K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of technology and security by implementing and maintaining complex research infrastructures. Collaborate with a dynamic team of professionals to ensure mission...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $166K *

Transform your career by providing system administration support for a dynamic network. Collaborate in a complex, fast-paced environment, ensuring optimal performance and security of multiple systems...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion advanced engineering solutions to enhance SIGINT production while supporting daily operations and customer requirements in a dynamic environment focused on cutting-edge technology and innovat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Develop engineering solutions to enhance SIGINT production globally, managing requirements and deployments across high-speed access systems. This role demands ten years of systems administration exper...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $190K *

Optimize IT systems by troubleshooting, maintaining infrastructure, and supporting users. Collaborate with teams to enhance server performance and operations, ensuring reliable and efficient server ma...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K *

Tackle network support challenges across educational institutions, ensuring a stable and secure environment. Collaborate with various teams to install, configure, and troubleshoot network systems whil...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Deliver scalable software solutions that automate system operations and streamline infrastructure management utilizing AWS technologies and DevOps practices in a large-scale environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future by managing large-scale Linux systems, collaborating with teams to automate processes, enhance security, and improve critical infrastructure across the organization in a dynamic and i...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Elevate operational efficiency by managing a robust Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ensuring compatibility, data integrity, and user training to optimize maintenance processes acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Take ownership of IT systems by implementing, troubleshooting, and maintaining infrastructure. Deliver Tier 1 and Tier 2 support while effectively managing problem resolution and escalation processes...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $146K *

Unlock potential by driving advanced healthcare IT solutions, enhancing system performance, security, and integration across diverse medical technologies while collaborating with various departments t...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $85K *

Empower organizational efficiency by managing systems and ensuring data security. Collaborate with teams on hardware/software upgrades, support IT functions, and implement best practices for effective...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that designs and optimizes enterprise storage environments. This role leads technical solutions, ensuring reliable operations for mission-critical systems while mentoring peers and managin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform Windows Server management by leveraging advanced VMware skills. Oversee upgrades, automation, and security for our server environments while providing expert troubleshooting and leading smal...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance education and training applications through Life Cycle Sustainment activities, maintaining and optimizing hybrid Windows/Linux systems while embracing cloud technology a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing infrastructure through deployment, configuration, and support of Windows systems, collaborating across departments in a fast-paced trading environment with st...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform IT infrastructure through expertise in systems administration, managing virtual environments and providing advanced troubleshooting. Collaborate with a dynamic team while mentoring junior st...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of cybersecurity, optimizing security systems, and enhancing operational defense strategies. Drive improvement in security posture and mentor administrators in a co...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing IT infrastructure and systems. Leverage your expertise to provide high-level support for classified and unclassified environments, ensuring security complian...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $116K *

Optimize IT infrastructure by ensuring reliable operation of systems and networks. Support implementation and maintenance of Active Directory services while managing day-to-day IT operations. Join a d...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $116K *

Elevate IT performance by managing and maintaining systems while supporting infrastructure operations and ensuring availability and reliability of services across the organization. Play a key role in...

4 weeks 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.