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BigData Hadoop Developer

Des Plaines, IL · On-site

Skill BigData Hadoop Developer Location Des Plaines, IL Total Experience 8 yrs. Max Salary Not ... hive, mapreduce,s qoop issue Strong Linux administration background and experience in ...

Alpha Nexus Group

Lead Linux Engineer

Chicago, IL

System Administration (primary function) Manage the server (Linux) and user (Windows) computer environment Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and user software issues Provision, install, and setup new ...

Kyndryl

Mainframe z/VM & Linux

Chicago, IL

The Role We are seeking an experienced Mainframe z/VM & Linux Engineer to support IBM Z ... Responsibilities include: z/VM Administration: * Install, configure, and maintain IBM z/VM systems

Alpha Nexus Group

Lead Linux Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

System Administration (primary function) Manage the server (Linux) and user (Windows) computer environment Troubleshoot and resolve hardware and user software issues Provision, install, and setup new ...

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How much do linux administration developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux administration developer in Chicago, IL is $56.99, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.73 and $61.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Linux Administration Developer vs Linux System Administrator?

AspectLinux Administration DeveloperLinux System Administrator
Primary FocusDevelops and maintains Linux-based systems and tools, often involving scripting and automationManages and maintains Linux servers, ensuring system stability and performance
Skills & CertificationsLinux certifications (e.g., LPIC, RHCSA), scripting, programming skillsLinux certifications, system monitoring, troubleshooting skills
Work EnvironmentDevelopment teams, DevOps environments, software projectsData centers, IT departments, server rooms
Common TasksWriting scripts, automating deployment, developing system toolsConfiguring servers, managing user access, performing backups

While both roles require Linux expertise and certifications, the Linux Administration Developer focuses on developing and automating Linux systems, whereas the Linux System Administrator primarily manages and maintains existing Linux infrastructure.

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Contract - Linux Administration

Contract - Linux Administration

Request Technology, LLC

Chicago, IL • On-site

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Contract Linux Administration

Rate: Open

Location: Chicago, IL (local candidates only)

Hybrid: 3 days onsite, 2 days remote

Duration: 6 months

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Linux system administration (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu)
  • Strong knowledge of server deployment and configuration management
  • Expertise in patch management and system upgrade procedures
  • Proven troubleshooting skills for Linux systems and applications
  • Experience with AWS cloud services and infrastructure management
  • Experience with Ansible
  • Knowledge of vulnerability assessment tools and remediation techniques
  • Experience using ServiceNow for incident management, change management, and workflows
  • Familiarity with virtualization technologies (VMware, KVM, etc.)
  • Working knowledge of networking concepts and security principles
  • Scripting skills in Bash/ksh, Python, or other relevant languages

Preferred

  • Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)

Responsibilities

  • Deploy, configure, and maintain Linux servers in both physical, virtual, and AWS cloud environments
  • Implement and manage automated server provisioning using Ansible and other automation tools
  • Plan and execute regular system patches and upgrades to ensure security and performance
  • Design and implement AWS infrastructure following best practices and cost optimization strategies
  • Manage AWS services including EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, RDS, and other relevant services
  • Identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities within Linux systems and applications
  • Conduct regular review of vulnerability scans reports and implement remediation strategies
  • Knowledge of creating content views and managing lifecycle environments in Red Hat Satellite
  • Create and manage JIRA, ServiceNow tickets, workflows, and change management processes
  • Monitor system health, performance, and capacity, taking proactive measures to prevent issues
  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex server issues in a timely manner
  • Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with organizational policies

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