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Remote Linux System Administrator Jobs in California

Akraya Inc.

Clarizen Admin: 24-02599

Redwood City, CA

$45 - $55/hr

Redwood City, CA. 100% remote Pay Range: $45 - $55 per hour on W2 Grow your skills by working with industry leaders JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking an experienced Clarizen System Administrator and ...

Wayve

Triage Automation Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site +1

$144K - $183K/yr

... systems, ideally within robotics or autonomous vehicles * Strong scripting and analytical skills (e.g. Python, SQL, Bash/Shell) * Hands-on experience operating in a remote Linux environment

CoreWeave

Systems Engineer, VDI Platform

Sunnyvale, CA · Remote

This role owns that expansion as the sole DRI for the Next Gen VDI platform: the remote-compute ... Proficiency with Linux system administration (Ubuntu preferred) and Windows 11 endpoint management ...

Deft AI, Inc.

Systems Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site +1

$100K - $200K/yr

... remote diagnostics in deployed environments. ● Experience working with embedded Linux build systems such as Yocto or similar tools. ● Evidence of building or contributing to complex systems ...

GCX Healthcare Solutions

Software Engineer

Petaluma, CA · Remote

$125K - $150K/hr

Solid Linux systems experience (CLI, system-level debugging) * Experience with PostgreSQL (schema ... remote management, and operational insights. You'll join a small, high-impact team (3-4 engineers ...

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How much do remote linux system administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote linux system administrator in California is $51.28, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.58 and $61.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote Linux system administrator?

A Remote Linux System Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux servers and systems from a remote location. This role involves tasks such as system monitoring, security updates, configuration management, automation, and technical support. Administrators often use tools like SSH, Ansible, and monitoring software to ensure system stability and performance. They collaborate with teams to optimize infrastructure, enhance security, and support business operations. Strong knowledge of Linux distributions, networking, and scripting is essential for success in this role.

What does a remote Linux system administrator do?

A typical day for a Remote Linux System Administrator involves monitoring system performance, responding to alerts and incidents, applying updates or patches, and managing user permissions. You'll likely spend time troubleshooting issues, deploying new applications or services, and automating routine tasks to improve system efficiency. Collaboration with developers, security teams, or other IT professionals often happens via chat tools or virtual meetings. This role provides an opportunity to work independently while also building strong technical and communication skills in a distributed team environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote Linux system administrator?

To thrive as a Remote Linux System Administrator, you need strong knowledge of Linux operating systems, scripting languages (such as Bash or Python), and experience with system monitoring, troubleshooting, and security management. Familiarity with tools like Ansible, Docker, and monitoring platforms, alongside relevant certifications like CompTIA Linux+ or Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA), is highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, self-motivation, clear communication, and collaboration skills are essential for success in a remote setting. These abilities ensure secure, reliable, and efficient systems management while supporting seamless teamwork across distributed environments.

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Infographic showing various Remote Linux System Administrator job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $106,664 per year, or $51.3 per hour.

Mainframe Systems Programmer / Mainframe DBA - Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid)

Startekk Inc

Los Angeles, CA • Remote

Contractor

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Company Description
  • StarTekk's adoption of Digital Transformation is to accelerate organizational growth, increase efficiencies and help Star Workforce achieve focused business goals. The Employee will help our organization to identify and bridge the gap that exists in the business by analyzing the data, scale and support digital transformation initiatives.
Job Description

We are seeking a highly experienced Mainframe Systems Programmer / DBA to lead and support complex database upgrade projects, modifications, installations, testing, implementations, maintenance, and enhancements of new and existing system software products.

The selected candidate will plan, install, configure, test, implement, and manage core database and software products supporting enterprise database architecture and business needs. The role may involve working with DB2, IMS, and ADABAS/NATURAL environments.

Required Skills : 

  • Manage hierarchical (IMS), relational (DB2), and file-based (ADABAS) databases.
  • Plan and execute database environment upgrades and migrations.
  • Monitor and verify database health, performance, and capacity.
  • Provide database administration consulting to application development and operations teams.
  • Perform technical reviews and evaluations of existing DBMS environments.
  • Provide database design recommendations to project teams.
  • Develop logical and physical database designs.
  • Create physical databases and logical database overviews.
  • Perform database capacity planning.
  • Develop and maintain backup and recovery procedures.
  • Perform database performance and space monitoring.
  • Conduct database reorganizations, replication, compression, and partitioning.
  • Support production database environments and complex database projects.

Mainframe Technology Skills : 

  • IBM z/OS
  • IMS
  • DB2
  • ADABAS
  • SMP/E
  • JCL
  • IMS DB/DC
  • CICS
  • ACF2
  • Assembler
  • COBOL
  • REXX
  • IBM File Manager
  • DELTA/IMS
  • NATURAL / SUPERNAT
  • EntireX
  • CA SPOOL
  • IMS & DB2 BMC Tools
  • N20/TRIM
Qualifications
  • Minimum 7 years of experience as a Systems Programmer / DBA.
  • At least 3 years of experience in a lead role.
  • 4+ years of database administration experience in Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and/or Microsoft SQL Server environments.
  • 3+ years of experience transferring, validating, and maintaining databases in cloud environments.
  • 5+ years of experience utilizing StarQuest Stelo Data Replication software.
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field required.
Additional Information
  • Assessing, planning, and migrating databases to cloud environments.
  • Transferring, validating, and maintaining databases in cloud environments.
  • Installing, configuring, and supporting Oracle Enterprise Edition 19c and 21c on Linux.
  • Supporting Oracle databases as backends for public-facing web applications and internal data warehousing.
  • Installing and configuring MySQL and PostgreSQL databases.
  • Installing and supporting Microsoft SQL Server instances.
  • Configuring and supporting Oracle Application Express (APEX).
  • Configuring Oracle gateways connecting SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL instances to Oracle databases.
  • Oracle Spatial implementation and support.
  • Building custom ETL utilities using cron/crontab, SQLLoader, and PL/SQL.
  • Database administration including patch installation, cloning, backup/recovery, and script development.
  • Windows batch scripting, Unix shell scripting, and PL/SQL.
  • Troubleshooting and resolving ETL job issues.
  • Setting up and supporting connectivity to remote database servers using Stelo Data Replication software.
  • Monitoring and troubleshooting full and incremental data transfers.

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