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Sonsoft Inc

Abinitio

Torrance, CA · On-site

$53.25 - $69.75/hr

Skills: - Ab initio ETL, UNIX shell scripting , DB2. * Must have strong hands on experience in the design and delivery of ETL solutions using Ab initio. * Hands on experience and knowledge in PDL ...

Sonsoft Inc

Abinitio

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$50.75 - $66.25/hr

Skills: - Ab initio ETL, UNIX shell scripting , DB2 * Must have strong hands on experience in the design and delivery of ETL solutions using Ab initio * Hands on experience and knowledge in PDL ...

Sonsoft Inc

Abinitio Consultant

Phoenix, AZ

Skills: - Ab initio ETL, UNIX shell scripting , DB2 * Must have strong hands on experience in the design and delivery of ETL solutions using Ab initio * Hands on experience and knowledge in PDL ...

Sonsoft Inc

Abinitio Consultant

Torrance, CA

Skills: - Ab initio ETL, UNIX shell scripting , DB2 * Must have strong hands on experience in the design and delivery of ETL solutions using Ab initio * Hands on experience and knowledge in PDL ...

Sonsoft Inc

Ab-initio Developer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

Skills: - Ab initio ETL, UNIX shell scripting , DB2 * Must have strong hands on experience in the design and delivery of ETL solutions using Ab initio * Hands on experience and knowledge in PDL ...

Sonsoft Inc

Abinitio

Austin, TX

$50.50 - $66.25/hr

Skills: - Ab initio ETL, UNIX shell scripting , DB2 * Must have strong hands on experience in the design and delivery of ETL solutions using Ab initio * Hands on experience and knowledge in PDL ...

Sonsoft Inc

Abinitio Consultant

Moline, IL

Skills: - Ab initio ETL, UNIX shell scripting , DB2 * Must have strong hands on experience in the design and delivery of ETL solutions using Ab initio * Hands on experience and knowledge in PDL ...

Sonsoft Inc

Abinitio Consultant

Moline, IL · On-site

Skills: - Ab initio ETL, UNIX shell scripting , DB2 * Must have strong hands on experience in the design and delivery of ETL solutions using * Ab initio. * Hands on experience and knowledge in PDL ...

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How much do freelance unix shell scripting jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for freelance unix shell scripting in the United States is $47.71, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.28 and $61.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Freelance Unix Shell Scripting vs Freelance Linux System Administration?

AspectFreelance Unix Shell ScriptingFreelance Linux System Administration
Required SkillsScripting, command-line, automationSystem management, networking, security
CertificationsNone mandatory, but certifications like Linux+ or RHCSA helpLinux+, RHCSA, or LPIC certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentMostly remote, project-basedRemote or on-site, ongoing system support
Industry UsageAutomation, scripting tasksServer management, network setup

Freelance Unix Shell Scripting focuses on writing scripts to automate tasks, while Freelance Linux System Administration involves managing and maintaining Linux systems. Both roles require Linux knowledge, but scripting is more specialized, whereas system administration covers broader responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Freelance Unix Shell Scripting job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% Full Time, 47% Part Time, 2% Temporary, 25% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,230 per year, or $47.7 per hour.
Systems Administrator - UNIX / LINUX

Systems Administrator - UNIX / LINUX

McCoy's Building Supply

San Marcos, TX

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

McCoy's Building Supply rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 60 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

12th of 13 rated diy builders merchants

Job description

Job Description

Time Type:

Full time

Role Details:

Time Type: Full Time

Pay: DOE

Job Location: 1350 IH 35 N, San Marcos, TX 78667

Job Summary:
The Systems Administrator - UNIX / LINUX supports, maintains, and optimizes IBM Power/AIX environments in a mission-critical enterprise setting. This role is responsible for system availability, performance, security, and lifecycle management across development, test, and production environments.


Supervisory Responsibilities:
None.


Duties/Responsibilities:
Installs, configures, administers, and supports IBM AIX operating systems on Power hardware.
Installs, configures, administers, and supports different LINUX operating systems.
Performs system provisioning, upgrades, patching, and firmware management.
Manages LPARs, VIOS, and PowerVM virtualization.
Monitors system performance, capacity, and availability; troubleshoots complex issues.
Implements and maintains system security, hardening, and compliance controls.
Automates administrative tasks using shell scripting (ksh/bash).
Support backup and recovery processes; participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
Collaborates with application, storage, network, and security teams.
Provides on-call support and responds to incidents as required.
Maintains system documentation and operational procedures.
Other assignments and duties as assigned by management.
Attends and participates in team meetings and training sessions.


Required Skills/Abilities:
This position requires travel with overnight stays.
Must have a current driver's license and auto liability insurance.


Education/Experience
5+ years of hands-on experience administering UNIX in an enterprise environment.
Strong knowledge of IBM Power Systems architecture and virtualization.
Experience with VIOS, LPAR management, and NIM.
Proficiency in UNIX shell scripting (ksh, bash) and cron jobs.
Solid understanding of TCP/IP networking and storage concepts.
Experience with system monitoring, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
Familiarity with backup solutions (e.g., TSM/Spectrum Protect or equivalent).
Experience with High Availability solutions (PowerHA, HACMP).
Experience with automation/configuration tools (Ansible, Chef, etc.).
Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks, scanning tools, or audit compliance, preferred.
Experience with scripting languages beyond shell (Python, Perl), preferred.


Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds at times.
Standard office hours apply with occasional weekends and holidays.
Must be regularly available and willing to work on average 40 hours per week during business hours or as the employer determines are necessary or desirable to meet business needs.
Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined by management.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

McCoy's is an equal opportunity employer. Equal access to programs, services and employment is available to all persons. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodations in the application and/or interview process should contact a representative of the People Development Department at (866) 896-0884. EOE, AAP, D, F, VA

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