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Centroid Systems, Inc.

Linux Engineer

Troy, MI · Remote

Job Type: Full-Time Employee Location: 100% Remote Job Requirements * Perform intermediate- to ... Support virtualization technologies including Oracle Linux KVM, VMware, Solaris LDOMs, and Solaris ...

CipherStaff

Linux System Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

$122K/yr

Location is remote with occasional office visit in Washington, DC. Salaried job with full benefits ... S. Citizen with an active Secret clearance * 1+ years' experience in IT Linux/Unix support

apiphani

Linux Systems Administrator

Charleston, WV · Remote

$45 - $55/hr

Position is fully remote work. Job Duties * Support and maintain automated Linux and application patching for servers using ansible. * Monitor automation performance and optimize where necessary.

apiphani

Linux Systems Administrator

$45 - $55/hr

Position is fully remote work. Job Duties * Support and maintain automated Linux and application patching for servers using ansible. * Monitor automation performance and optimize where necessary.

Vultr

Linux Systems Administrator

$60K - $75K/yr

... 500 stipend for remote office setup in first year + $400 each following year * Internet ... Partner with engineering and operations teams to design and support new data center deployments ...

DP World

Senior Linux Engineer

Charlotte, NC · On-site +1

... support enterprise workloads across data centers and cloud environments. The role requires deep ... and remote data centers * Evaluate emerging storage technologies and vendor offerings, driving ...

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How much do remote linux support jobs pay per year?

As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote linux support in the United States is $148,749.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $152,500.00 and $167,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Linux Support job?

A Remote Linux Support job involves assisting users, administrators, or businesses with Linux-based systems from a remote location. Responsibilities typically include troubleshooting issues, managing servers, performing system updates, and ensuring security compliance. Support may be provided via email, chat, or remote desktop tools. This role requires expertise in Linux distributions, command-line operations, and networking. It is commonly found in IT support teams, managed service providers, and cloud infrastructure companies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Remote Linux Support position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Linux Support professional, you need a solid understanding of Linux operating systems, command-line proficiency, troubleshooting skills, and experience with system administration. Familiarity with tools like SSH, scripting languages (such as Bash or Python), ticketing systems, and certifications like CompTIA Linux+ or Red Hat Certified System Administrator are often advantageous. Strong communication, problem-solving abilities, and self-motivation are key soft skills for remote work and effective customer interactions. These skills ensure you can efficiently diagnose and resolve technical issues while providing reliable support to clients in a distributed environment.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in Remote Linux Support?

A typical day in Remote Linux Support involves monitoring servers, responding to customer or internal support tickets, diagnosing system issues, and implementing solutions, often through secure remote connections. You'll spend time communicating with team members and end users via email, chat, or video calls to clarify issues and provide guidance. Some tasks may also include performing regular system updates, backups, and documentation. This role requires proactive time management as you may be handling multiple requests or incidents simultaneously, all while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
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Linux Engineer

Linux Engineer

Centroid Systems, Inc.

Troy, MI • Remote

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for systems management across Linux, Unix and Windows server environments in collaboration with networking, database, application development, and internet development teams. Key responsibilities include system installation, operating system patch management, system integration, application administration, systems architecture and design support, and ongoing system maintenance. This role operates in a diverse environment that includes leading-edge technologies, multiple cloud platforms, Oracle engineered systems, Oracle servers running Solaris 10 and 11, and x86 servers running Oracle Linux and other Linux/Unix versions. The storage infrastructure includes network-attached storage (NAS) usually based on Oracle ZFS appliances.
Job Type:  Full-Time Employee
Location: 100% Remote
Job Requirements
  • Perform intermediate- to advanced-level UNIX systems administration activities, including server and application component installation and configuration.
  • Diagnose complex system, network, and application issues in close collaboration with other IT teams.
  • Install related software products, tools, and support utilities.
  • Apply vendor-supplied operating system patches as needed in coordination with database administrators and application support staff.
  • Support virtualization technologies including Oracle Linux KVM, VMware, Solaris LDOMs, and Solaris Zones.
  • Develop or maintain scripts and utilities to automate processes and support application environments.
  • Demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making aligned with essential job functions.
  • Communicate technical information effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Use a Windows based laptop, virtual machines and virtual desktops to complete all job duties.
Skills Required
  • Minimum of 6 years of experience in Linux/UNIX operating system and system software installation, customization, and support.
  • Experience supporting environments in Oracle Cloud or other cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure and AWS.
  • Experience supporting Linux mail servers running Sendmail or Postfix.
  • Experience with virtualization technologies, including Oracle VM, VMware, Solaris LDOMs, and Zones.
  • Working knowledge of Oracle engineered systems, including ODA, Exalytics, PCA, ZFS Appliance, and Oracle Linux.

Skills Preferred
  • Experience supporting Oracle Linux KVM infrastructure.
  • Experience supporting Oracle Cloud Infrastructure and other cloud platforms.
  • Experience supporting and patching OCI specialty DB systems such as ExaCS and BaseDB.
  • Experience with Oracle hardware platforms, including x86, SPARC, and storage systems.
  • Experience using and supporting monitoring solutions such as Oracle Enterprise Manager, Nagios, and Zabbix
  • Experience with OS patch management solutions.
  • Experience with network configuration and troubleshooting.
  • Experience implementing and testing disaster recovery solutions.
  • Experience working with Solaris 10 and 11.
  • Experience working with NAS and SAN solutions such as Oracle ZFS Appliance and NetApp.
  • General understanding of relational databases, including schemas, metadata, relationships, stored procedures, functions, and triggers.
  • Experience with shell scripting and languages such as Python and Perl.
  • Experience with automation tools such as Oracle Linux Automation Manager, Ansible or AWX.
Education Required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Information Systems, Computer Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Requires 6+ years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
 

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