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SAP HANA Administration

Portland, OR · On-site

Linux, Unix, Windows Work on Application Support, Database support and Project Delivery in the following areas: - SAP HANA 1.0, HANA 2.0 administration, installation, upgrade, patching - HANA ...

HealthEdge

DevOps Engineer

$52.75 - $72.25/hr

Troubleshoot application, infrastructure, and deployment issues, with strong Linux administration and debugging skills. * Write and maintain automation scripts using Bash, Shell, or Python for ...

Jobsbridge

System/Cluster Admin

Portland, OR · On-site

Proven expertise and hands-on knowledge of working with Linux systems and System Administration Demonstrable Experience of working as a Linux system administration Experience with cloud computing ...

Cynet Systems

HPC Consultant

Tualatin, OR · On-site

$52 - $57/hr

Linux system administration. * HPC storage and I/O performance tuning. * MPI and OpenMP programming models. * HPC compilers and toolchains (GCC, Intel, NVIDIA HPC SDK). * Performance analysis tools.

Panasonic

MTS II, Software Developer - IaaS

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$38.46 - $64.42/hr

Linux administration and internals (systemd, boot process, kernel tuning). * Custom kernel config or module work (esp. for embedded or hybrid hardware). * Kernel/user-space interface debugging ...

Siemens

DevOps Engineer Advanced

Wilsonville, OR · On-site

$141K - $197K/yr

Working with Linux administration and networking; Working with agile software development lifecycles Scrum and Kanban. Less than 50% domestic travel is required. Telecommuting and/or working f ...

Panasonic

MTS IV, Software Engineer - IaaS

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$116K - $194K/yr

Linux administration and internals (systemd, boot process, kernel tuning) * Custom kernel config or module work (esp. for embedded or hybrid hardware) * Kernel/user-space interface debugging: strace ...

Johnstone Supply

Systems Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

... Linux Server administration to include building, maintaining and scripting across various versions of Linux operating systems. • Knowledge of Windows Server administration to include building ...

Johnstone Supply LLC

Systems Engineer

Portland, OR · On-site

Systems Administration • Develop and maintain security, backup, and redundancy strategies for hosting platforms. • Maintain Linux systems to include, build, test, deploy and update/patch. • ...

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How much do linux administration jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for linux administration in Oregon is $54.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44.47 and $62.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Linux Administration vs Network Administrator?

AspectLinux AdministrationNetwork Administrator
CertificationsLinux+, LPIC, RHCSACompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA
Work EnvironmentServers, data centers, cloud platformsNetworking hardware, routers, switches
Primary ResponsibilitiesManaging Linux servers, scripting, securityConfiguring networks, troubleshooting connectivity
Industry UsageIT, hosting, cloud servicesTelecommunications, enterprise networks

Linux Administration and Network Administrator roles often overlap in IT environments, but Linux Administrators focus on managing Linux servers and systems, while Network Administrators handle network infrastructure and connectivity. Both roles require technical certifications and are vital in maintaining secure, efficient IT operations.

What are some common challenges Linux Administrators face when managing large-scale server environments?

Linux Administrators managing large-scale environments often encounter challenges such as maintaining consistent system configurations across multiple servers, efficiently automating routine tasks, and ensuring security compliance. Troubleshooting performance issues and applying regular updates without disrupting critical services can also be demanding. Collaborating closely with development and network teams is essential for smooth operations and quick incident resolution, making strong communication skills and a proactive mindset vital for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Linux Administrator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Linux Administrator, you need strong knowledge of Linux operating systems, shell scripting, system security, and troubleshooting, often backed by a relevant degree or certifications like RHCSA or CompTIA Linux+. Familiarity with tools such as Ansible, Docker, and monitoring systems, as well as experience managing servers and network configurations, is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication set top professionals apart in this field. These skills ensure reliable system performance, quick resolution of issues, and seamless collaboration with IT teams.

What is Linux Administration?

Linux Administration refers to the process of managing and maintaining Linux-based systems, including tasks such as installing and configuring software, monitoring system performance, ensuring security, managing users, and troubleshooting issues. Linux administrators play a crucial role in keeping servers and networks running smoothly, often working with various distributions like Ubuntu, CentOS, or Red Hat. Their responsibilities also include automating tasks, performing regular backups, and applying system updates to keep the environment secure and efficient.
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Infographic showing various Linux Administration job openings in Oregon as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $112,638 per year, or $54.2 per hour.
Technical Support Engineer (Openstack, Kubernetes)

Technical Support Engineer (Openstack, Kubernetes)

Mirantis

OR • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Company Description
Mirantis is the Kubernetes-native AI infrastructure company, enabling organizations to build and operate scalable, secure, and sovereign infrastructure for modern AI, machine learning, and data-intensive applications. By combining open source innovation with deep expertise in Kubernetes orchestration, Mirantis empowers platform engineering teams to deliver composable, production-ready developer platforms across any environment-on-premises, in the cloud, at the edge, or in sovereign data centers. As enterprises navigate the growing complexity of AI-driven workloads, Mirantis delivers the automation, GPU orchestration, and policy-driven control needed to manage infrastructure with confidence and agility. Committed to open standards and freedom from lock-in, Mirantis ensures that customers retain full control of their infrastructure strategy. https://www.mirantis.com/
Job Description
The Technical Support Engineer is a mid-level role responsible for maintaining the reliability and performance of customer environments remotely and supporting any Mirantis Openstack/k0s layers they run along with it. The ideal candidate brings hands-on Linux administration experience, with the ability to diagnose and resolve system-level issues efficiently. A solid working knowledge of Kubernetes and Openstack is desired - including cluster operations, components workload management, and troubleshooting containerized environments.
Main Responsibilities:
  • Proactively/Reactively troubleshoot customer environments based on Linux, OpenStack, Kubernetes, networking and other cloud technologies, detect, report and resolve issues. Alert Management.
  • Learn and troubleshoot MOSK (Mirantis Openstack on Kubernetes)
  • Resolve and Handle/Triage IaaS related needs in customer datacenters.
  • Reproduce customer issues in labs where needed, confirm bug reports, provide detailed information to the development team.
  • Work closely with the development team: discuss customer issues, suggest improvements, fix product bugs, etc.
  • Own escalations end-to-end by routing issues to the appropriate teams, including OpenStack/ceph storage, networking, hardware, and infrastructure, and product engineering while maintaining accountability and follow-through.
  • Participate in weekend on call rotation and holiday coverage
  • Communicate urgently, clearly, and in detail with customers during incidents via email and remote session, providing accurate status updates and guiding them through troubleshooting and resolution
  • Work with AI tools to increase efficiency and problem solving tasks for customers.
  • Troubleshooting server issues- DCOPs issues, Firmware upgrading, Iso, OS, Dell, Lenovo, ST Micro
  • Work to troubleshoot any DC networking asks/upgrades, triaging where applicable

Qualifications
  • High School diploma or equivalent required, four year college degree preferred or work history equivalent (3+ years technical customer support in IaaS, Saas Technologies
  • Knowledge of OpenStack, Neutron, kubernetes and object storage principles
  • Strong English speaking and writing ability required.
  • Expert Linux system administration and troubleshooting skills
  • DCOPs experience, Firmware upgrades, Iso, OS, Dell, Lenovo, ST Micro
  • Networking - tools / Netbox, LibraNMS, Verity, Tailscale, experience with troubleshooting network issues) - Vlans, ports, spine/leaf config, change management, Fortinet, Cisco, Juniper
  • Python, scripting experience, automation concepts
  • Understanding of networking concepts and protocols
  • Alert management experience,
  • Standard Operating Procedure generation (SOP)
  • Change Management experience
  • Good knowledge of virtualization solutions (libvirt, KVM, VMWare)
  • Good knowledge of network and distributed storage solutions

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience w/ databases and message brokers (MySQL, Galera, PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ, InfluxDB, ElasticSearch, Cassandra, Zookeeper)
  • Experience with configuring, customizing, and extending monitoring tools (Grafana, Kibana, Nagios, Prometheus)
  • Experience working configuration management tools (Puppet, Chef, Salt, Ansible, Helm)
  • Kubernetes experience, openstack frameworks
  • TOR switching, networking concepts

Additional Information
What does Mirantis offer you?
  • Work with an established Silicon Valley leader in the cloud infrastructure industry;
  • Work with exceptionally passionate, talented and engaging colleagues, helping Fortune 500 and Global 2000 customers implement next-generation cloud technologies;
  • Be a part of cutting-edge, open-source innovation;
  • Thrive in the high-energy environment of a young company where openness, collaboration, risk-taking, and continuous growth are valued;
  • Professional development and training;
  • Attend conferences and working groups;
  • Company outings, happy hours, hackathons, and tech talks;
  • Receive a competitive compensation package with a strong benefits plan.

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