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KLA

Sr. HPC Systems Architect (Linux)

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$129K - $220K/yr

... senior technical leadership for the architecture, deployment, and longterm scalability of ... Advanced Linux systems knowledge (PXE/netboot, systemd, HA concepts) * Solid networking ...

Leidos

Senior Linux System Administrator

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$107K - $195K/yr

The Test and Training Enabling Architecture (TENA) program at Leidos is looking to add a Senior Linux System Administrator . Our mission is to develop tools for the United States Department of ...

Clark Creative Solutions

The System Architect shall respond to user/system reported errors and system outages as well as design/implement updates/changes to the system as required.. Senior Linux Software Developer ...

GDIT

$88K - $117K/yr

As a Senior Linux System Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our ... Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems. * You will also ...

Kla

Sr. HPC Systems Architect (Linux)

Ann Arbor, MI

$129K - $220K/yr

... senior technical leadership for the architecture, deployment, and longterm scalability of ... Advanced Linux systems knowledge (PXE/netboot, systemd, HA concepts) * Solid networking ...

GDIT

$88K - $117K/yr

As a Senior Linux System Engineer, you will help ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our ... Designs and defines system architecture for new or existing computer systems. * You will also ...

ValidaTek

Senior Linux Administrator

Pensacola, FL · On-site

ValidaTek is seeking a reliable and highly skilled Senior Linux Administrator to support the ... This position is responsible for the architecture, day-to-day operations, maintenance, and security ...

ValidaTek, Inc.

Senior Linux Administrator

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$90K - $115K/yr

... Senior Linux Administrator to support the Cybersecurity Systems Support (CSS) contract with the ... This position is responsible for the architecture, day-to-day operations, maintenance, and security ...

ValidaTek, Inc.

Senior Linux Administrator

Pensacola, FL · On-site

$90K - $115K/hr

ValidaTek is seeking a reliable and highly skilled Senior Linux Administrator to support the ... This position is responsible for the architecture, day-to-day operations, maintenance, and security ...

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How much do senior linux architect jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior linux architect in the United States is $123,935.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,500.00 and $141,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Senior Linux Architect, you need deep expertise in Linux system administration, architecture design, scripting languages, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with tools like Ansible, Puppet, Docker, Kubernetes, and certifications such as RHCE or LFCS are typically required. Strong problem-solving, leadership, and effective communication skills help in collaborating with teams and guiding technical decisions. These abilities are crucial to ensure secure, scalable, and efficient Linux environments that support organizational goals.

What are some common challenges faced by a Senior Linux Architect, and how can they be addressed?

Senior Linux Architects often encounter challenges related to designing scalable, secure, and highly available systems while balancing business requirements and technical constraints. Integrating various open-source and proprietary solutions, managing large-scale migrations, and ensuring seamless collaboration across development, operations, and security teams are frequent hurdles. To address these, strong communication skills, deep technical expertise, and continuous learning are essential. Staying updated on industry best practices and fostering a culture of documentation and knowledge sharing within the team can also help mitigate these challenges.

What does a Senior Linux Architect do?

A Senior Linux Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex Linux-based systems and infrastructure. They ensure that Linux environments are stable, secure, and scalable to meet organizational needs. Their duties often include evaluating new technologies, leading system migrations, setting standards for system configuration, and mentoring junior staff. They also collaborate with other IT teams to integrate Linux systems with other components and troubleshoot advanced issues.

What is the difference between Senior Linux Architect vs Linux Systems Engineer?

AspectSenior Linux ArchitectLinux Systems Engineer
CertificationsLinux Professional Institute Certification (LPIC), RHCE, CompTIA Linux+LPIC, RHCE, CompTIA Linux+
Work EnvironmentDesigning Linux infrastructure, architecture planning, high-level system designImplementing, configuring, maintaining Linux systems, troubleshooting
ResponsibilitiesArchitecting scalable Linux solutions, guiding teams, strategic planningDeploying and managing Linux servers, system updates, performance tuning
Industry UsageIT, cloud providers, enterprise data centersIT departments, managed service providers, enterprise environments

The main difference is that a Senior Linux Architect focuses on designing and planning Linux infrastructure at a high level, while a Linux Systems Engineer handles the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of Linux systems. Both roles require similar certifications and often work in overlapping environments, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

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Infographic showing various Senior Linux Architect job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 83% In-person, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $123,935 per year, or $59.6 per hour.
Sr. HPC Systems Architect (Linux)

Sr. HPC Systems Architect (Linux)

Orbotech

Ann Arbor, MI

$129K - $220K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

Job description

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world's leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow's electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

This role provides senior technical leadership for the architecture, deployment, and longterm scalability of largescale HPC storage and compute platforms! It owns systems endtoend-from early architectural definition through full production-partnering across engineering, manufacturing, and strategic vendors to deliver highly available, highperformance infrastructure at scale.

The scope emphasizes deep technical ownership, architectural decisionmaking, and solving sophisticated infrastructure challenges in live production environments! This work directly develops critically important HPC platforms built for adaptability, scale, and operational excellence, driving realworld impact across core products and technologies.

Job Duties, but not limited to:
  • Lead the design, implementation, and ongoing support of highperformance compute (HPC) clusters, taking accountability for system performance, reliability, and scalability
  • Serve as a technical authority for HPC storage, with deep handson expertise in parallel file systems such as Lustre, GPFS, and BeeGFS
  • Apply sophisticated systems knowledge across CPU and GPU architectures, highbandwidth interconnects, and robust storage subsystems to deliver balanced, highperformance solutions
  • Lead the creation of hardware BOMs for HPC clusters, working directly with vendors and coordinating hardware release activities
  • Design, configure, and optimize Linux operating systems for HPC environments.
  • Translate project specifications and performance requirements into subsystem and systemlevel designs, driving execution while meeting technical and schedule commitments
  • Support the design, release, and transition of new systems to manufacturing and customers, providing highquality golden images, procedures, scripts, and documentation
  • Lead EOL part requalification activities to ensure longterm system viability and supportability
Qualifications, but not limited to:
  • Proven experience with HPC systems and Linux platform.
  • Strong, distroagnostic Linux experience (Rocky, RHEL, SuSE, Ubuntu)
  • Strong scripting skills in Shell and Python
  • Strong understanding of HPC hardware platforms (servers, GPUs, networking, storage, BIOS/BMC)
  • Advanced Linux systems knowledge (PXE/netboot, systemd, HA concepts)
  • Solid networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, HTTP)
  • Experience with configuration management and automation (Salt, Ansible, Puppet, Chef, etc.)
  • Interest in HPC storage
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong DevOps and automation mentality (CI/CD pipelines, Git, infrastructure as code)
  • Experience with containers for HPC (Singularity, Docker)
  • Monitoring and observability experience (Prometheus, Grafana)
  • Familiarity with Apache/Nginx and supporting infrastructure services

        Minimum Qualifications

        Requires minimum of 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years and a Master's degree; or a PhD with 3 years experience; or equivalent experience.

        Base Pay Range: $129,600.00 - $220,300.00 AnnuallyPrimary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLAKLA's total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

        Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

        KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us at talent.acquisition@kla.com or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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