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VTG

Software Engineer

Chantilly, VA · Remote

Bachelor's degree in Geospatial Intelligence, Geography, Remote Sensing, Intelligence Studies ... Experience working in Linux environments such as CentOS or Rocky Linux. * Experience with Python ...

VetsEZ

DevSecOps Engineer (Remote Opportunity)

Washington, DC · Remote

$59.75 - $81.75/hr

Experience with AWS services, Linux administration, scripting, and infrastructure automation ... Remote Opportunity. Note: Selected candidates will be required to complete fingerprinting at a ...

VetsEZ

DevSecOps Engineer (Remote Opportunity)

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$59.75 - $81.75/hr

Experience with AWS services, Linux administration, scripting, and infrastructure automation ... Remote Opportunity. Note: Selected candidates will be required to complete fingerprinting at a ...

Jobgether

Infrastructure Operations Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$160K - $200K/yr

In this role, you will work hands-on with GPU environments, Linux systems, cloud infrastructure ... Flexible remote or hybrid work environment within the United States. * Professional development ...

inTALENTgent

Mid-Level Network Engineer

Chantilly, VA · Remote

Remote network and server administration \n * Implementing Virtual private network (VPN) \n * Routing and WAN connectivity \n * Unix (Linux, Solaris) Administration \n * Perl\/Shell script \n * Java ...

Onyx Point, Inc.

System Administrator 2 - 871

Hanover, MD · On-site +1

$78K - $275K/yr

ALL LINUX Solid understanding of PKI/TLS/crypto including crypto policies Exp w/ automation tools ... Flexible work arrangements, including remote work options * Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

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How much do remote linux jobs pay per hour?

As of May 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote linux in Silver Spring, MD is $57.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51.92 and $61.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Remote Linux job?

A Remote Linux job involves managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux-based systems from a remote location. Professionals in these roles may work as system administrators, DevOps engineers, or cloud engineers, ensuring server uptime, security, and performance. Common tasks include configuring servers, automating processes, and deploying applications. These jobs require expertise in Linux command-line tools, scripting languages, and networking. Many companies hire remote Linux professionals to support cloud environments, web servers, and enterprise systems.

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

To thrive in a Remote Linux role, you need a strong understanding of Linux system administration, shell scripting, networking concepts, and troubleshooting skills, often supported by a degree in computer science or relevant certifications such as CompTIA Linux+ or RHCSA. Proficiency with configuration management tools (like Ansible or Puppet), remote monitoring solutions, and cloud platforms is commonly required. Strong communication, self-motivation, and problem-solving abilities are key soft skills that help remote professionals excel. These skills ensure reliable system performance, efficient collaboration with distributed teams, and successful problem resolution in remote environments.

What kinds of projects or daily tasks can I expect as a Remote Linux professional?

As a Remote Linux professional, your daily tasks may include server provisioning, managing user accounts, monitoring system health, deploying software updates, and troubleshooting network or application issues. You may also work on automation projects using scripting languages or configuration management tools to streamline system operations. Collaboration is often virtual, so you'll join regular meetings, coordinate with development or DevOps teams, and document processes or incidents thoroughly. Depending on your employer, you may participate in on-call rotations or respond to urgent incidents to ensure uptime and security. This variety of responsibilities provides both technical challenges and opportunities for skill development in a dynamic environment.
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Search Backend Engineer Remote

Search Backend Engineer Remote

Progressive Technology Inc

Rockville, MD • Remote

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Search Backend Engineer (Remote)

PTFS is seeking a Search Backend Engineer with deep expertise in Lucene-based search platforms such as Apache Solr, Elasticsearch, or OpenSearch. This role is designed for engineers who specialize in search and information retrieval, with strong Java backend development experience.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design, develop and maintain search platforms using SolrCloud
  • Build and optimize indexing pipelines for high-volume unstructured data
  • Develop custom query logic, ranking strategies, and relevance tuning
  • Implement and maintain search APIs and services using Java and Spring Boot
  • Design and evolve schemas, analyzers, and tokenization strategies
  • Troubleshoot search quality and performance issues in production environments
  • Work with distributed search clusters and supporting components
  • Contribute to monitoring, observability, and reliability of search systems
Skills Qualifications (Required):
  • 7+ years of hands-on experience with Java, including Spring and Spring Boot, in the USA
  • 7+ years of experience using Solr/SolrCloud (Preferred) or Elasticsearch, in the USA
  • Strong understanding of Apache Lucene fundamentals
  • Java development experience applied to search and processing structured and unstructured data
  • Experience building search APIs or services (Solr/Elasticsearch/OpenSearch clients)
  • Experience with XML parsing, binding and transformation workflows.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills across distributed systems and JVM-based applications
  • Monitoring experience with tools like Prometheus and Grafana
  • Experience with testing practices (TDD/BDD, performance testing such as JMeter)
  • Experience with DevOps tooling (Git/GitLab, Jenkins, Maven, Nexus, Ansible)
  • Strong Linux experience in production environments
Other Requirements:
  • Must be eligible to obtain a Public Trust clearance
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, Green Card holder, or Employment Authorization Document (EAD) holder
  • No visa sponsorship or C2C arrangements available
  • Must have resided in the United States for at least three (3) years
Education:
  • A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science.
Benefits:
  • 15 days paid time off per year
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • 401(k) Plan with matching
  • Tuition assistance
  • Disability insurance
  • Referral Bonuses

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