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Tarion

Manager, Application Development (Remote)

Toronto, ON · Remote

CA$99K - CA$148K/yr

Information Systems Type of Position: Full Time, Permanent Location: 7th Floor, 5160 Yonge Street ... administer a best-in-class warranty program. Each employee is invited to participate fully in this ...

Lifeworks

Systems Analyst II

Toronto, ON · Remote

CA$57K - CA$67K/yr

Remote (Canada) We are seeking a curious, solution-oriented Systems Analyst II who thrives in an ... Administer user access requests and removals while following established security and compliance ...

KeyData Cyber

CyberArk Support Engineer

Toronto, ON · Remote

Contract, Remote Vacancy Status: Immediate Opening: This position is currently available, and ... Implement security patches, upgrades, system maintenance, cleanup activities, and server ...

QuickNode

Technical Support Engineer

Toronto, ON · Remote

$104K - $130K/yr

We are a global remote company with an HQ in Miami, Florida. The Role As a Technical Support ... Expertise in managing Linux hosts. * Experience with proactive alerting and monitoring systems ...

Agfa

Customer Support Analyst, Tier 1

Toronto, ON · Remote

General knowledge of networking and operating systems (Linux, UNIX, and Windows), databases (Oracle), remote connectivity, security and image processing. * Experience with and understanding of HL7 or ...

Tucows Inc.

Senior Backend Engineer

Toronto, ON · Remote

CA$145K - CA$155K/yr

... system (DNS). As part of Tucows--one of the world's largest Internet companies--Tucows Domains has ... It's also why the majority of our roles are remote-first, meaning you can work from anywhere you ...

Tucows Domains

Senior Backend Engineer

Toronto, ON · Remote

CA$145K - CA$155K/yr

... system (DNS). As part of Tucows--one of the world's largest Internet companies--Tucows Domains has ... It's also why the majority of our roles are remote-first, meaning you can work from anywhere you ...

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

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote linux system administrator in Toronto, ON is $97,861.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $71,098.00 and $118,815.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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.

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Infographic showing various Remote Linux System Administrator job openings in Toronto, ON as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,861 per year, or $47 per hour.

Senior Backend Engineer (Rust & Cloud Platform) - Remote Canada

Sangoma

Toronto, ON • Remote

CA$120K - CA$135K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 5 days ago

Job description

Senior Backend Engineer (Rust & Cloud Platform)

Built it. Scale it. Own it.

Sangoma is a global leader in business communications, delivering innovative cloud-based solutions including UCaaS, CCaaS, VoIP, SIP Trunking, Managed Connectivity, and Communications Platform services. We are seeking a Senior Backend Engineer to join our Sangoma Meet Cloud team and help build the highly available, scalable, and secure services that power mission-critical communications for businesses around the world.

We are looking for an engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building reliable cloud services, and contributing to distributed systems at scale. The ideal candidate is a strong backend developer with deep Rust experience, a passion for clean architecture, and a desire to work collaboratively in a fast-moving engineering environment.

Please note that we are unable to provide employment-based sponsorship now or in the future.

Location: Remote (Eastern or Central Time Zones Preferred)

Your Role:
  • Design, develop, and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available backend services and APIs using Rust.
  • Build distributed cloud-native applications that integrate with internal systems, third-party platforms, and communications technologies.
  • Develop and maintain REST, GraphQL, and WebSocket-based services that support real-time collaboration and communications.
  • Contribute to the ongoing operation, reliability, and performance of the Sangoma Meet Cloud platform, ensuring SLA adherence and 24/7 service availability.
  • Design and implement solutions that improve scalability, resilience, observability, and security across the platform.
  • Collaborate with Product Management, Engineering, DevOps, and frontend teams to deliver new features and enhancements.
  • Troubleshoot complex production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement long-term solutions.
  • Participate in architectural discussions, technical planning, code reviews, and technology roadmap decisions.
  • Develop and improve CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure-as-Code deployments, and operational automation.
  • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Your Background:

  • 5+ years of professional backend software development experience.
  • 3+ years of hands-on Rust development in production environments.
  • Strong experience developing and maintaining Linux-based backend services.
  • Experience building cloud-native applications and distributed systems.
  • Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code, CI/CD pipelines, and Git.
  • Strong understanding of REST APIs, GraphQL, WebSockets, HTTPS, and networking fundamentals.
  • Experience with relational databases such as PostgreSQL or MySQL.
  • Experience working with services written in Rust and collaborating across environments that include Node.js and/or Java.
  • Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
  • Fluent English, written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications

    • Experience with Nix and/or NixOS.
    • Experience with Tokio, Axum, Actix, or similar Rust frameworks.
    • Experience supporting high-availability SaaS platforms.
    • Experience with WebRTC, SIP, VoIP, or real-time communications technologies.

*Please note: Candidates must be authorized to work without current or future sponsorship. Sangoma is unable to provide employment-based visa sponsorship for this position.

Benefits

What We Offer:

    • Extended Healthcare Plan (Medical, Disability, Dental & Vision)
    • RPP - Group RRSP
    • Group Life - AD&D - Critical Illness Insurance
    • Paid Time Off Benefits
    • Work From Home - Flexible hours
    • Entrepreneurial work environment partnered with high growth career opportunities.
    • We value transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. For this role, we offer a salary range of $120,000 to $135,000 CAD per year, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and location

Are you ready to make a direct impact on the company and be rewarded for your performance?  Are you ready to take on a new challenge?

 Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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