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Senior Remote Linux System Administrator Jobs in Rochester, NY

Haley & Aldrich

Senior Environmental Engineer 1

Rochester, NY · On-site +1

$101K - $138K/yr

... systems, as well as monitoring contractor activities during construction. This is a full-time ... A remote position may be considered for the ideal candidate. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES In this ...

Haley & Aldrich

Senior Environmental Engineer 1

Rochester, NY · On-site +1

$101K - $138K/yr

... systems, as well as monitoring contractor activities during construction. This is a full-time ... A remote position may be considered for the ideal candidate. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES In this ...

Pronexus, LLC

Senior Accountant

Rochester, NY · Remote

$68K - $85K/yr

Senior Accountant *Part-Time or Full-Time, Remote, On-Site, and Hybrid Opportunities Available ... Evaluate existing accounting processes, systems, and workflows to identify opportunities for ...

L3HHCM20

Senior Manager, Image Science Engineer

Rochester, NY · On-site +1

$133K - $247K/yr

Senior Manager, Image Science Engineering Job Code: 40203 Job Location: Rochester, NY Job Schedule ... Experience in image science, remote sensing, electro-optical/infrared systems, sensor phenomenology ...

L3HHCM20

Senior Manager, Image Science Engineer

Rochester, NY · On-site +1

$133K - $247K/yr

Senior Manager, Image Science Engineering Job Code: 40203 Job Location: Rochester, NY Job Schedule ... Experience in image science, remote sensing, electro-optical/infrared systems, sensor phenomenology ...

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

As of Jul 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior remote linux system administrator in Rochester, NY is $125,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $105,600.00 and $148,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Senior Remote Linux System Administrators and how can they be addressed?

Senior Remote Linux System Administrators often encounter challenges such as troubleshooting complex system issues without physical access, managing security updates across distributed environments, and ensuring reliable communication with global teams. To address these, it's important to leverage robust remote monitoring and management tools, establish clear documentation and processes, and stay proactive about security best practices. Regular virtual meetings and strong collaboration with DevOps, development, and support teams also help maintain seamless operations and knowledge sharing.

What does a Senior Remote Linux System Administrator do?

A Senior Remote Linux System Administrator is responsible for managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Linux-based servers and systems from a remote location. They ensure the stability, security, and performance of these systems, handle software updates, backups, and user management, and respond to incidents and outages. Additionally, they often design and implement automation scripts, monitor system health, and work with development and operations teams to support business-critical applications.

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

To thrive as a Senior Remote Linux System Administrator, you need advanced knowledge of Linux operating systems, scripting languages (like Bash or Python), networking, and a degree in computer science or relevant certifications such as RHCE. Familiarity with automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure), and monitoring systems is typically required. Strong problem-solving, communication, and self-motivation are vital soft skills, especially given the remote nature of the role. These abilities ensure secure, efficient system operation, effective incident response, and seamless collaboration across distributed teams.
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Infographic showing various Senior Remote Linux System Administrator job openings in Rochester, NY as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $125,532 per year, or $60.4 per hour.
Senior Environmental Engineer 1

Senior Environmental Engineer 1

Haley & Aldrich

Rochester, NY • On-site, Remote

$101K - $138K/yr

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Job description

We are looking to add new talent to our growing team! We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Environmental Engineer 1 to work in a technical support role with highly skilled professionals on diverse project teams in a dynamic environment. We offer engineers the opportunity to work on challenging environmental services projects for a wide range of clients. This position entails travel to job sites and working outside of the office setting some of the time, conducting site and subsurface monitoring for environmental projects, operation & maintenance of remediation systems, as well as monitoring contractor activities during construction. This is a full-time position in our Rochester, NY, Midlothian, VA, Charlotte, NC, Cary, NC, or Greenville, SC office. A remote position may be considered for the ideal candidate.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
In this position, youwill:

  • Perform mechanical and process design analysis and calculations according to project requirements.
  • Develop construction drawings and technical specifications.
  • Determine material estimates based on designs.
  • Perform routine data collection and optimization activities for remediation systems.
  • Conduct operations and maintenance of remedial systems, including system optimization.
  • Develop technical approaches and complex contaminated sites and identify opportunities to optimize/innovate existing and new procedures and systems.
  • Draft technical sections of project communications and reports.
  • Review and interpret regulations, as appropriate.
  • Develop technical scopes of work and cost estimating for proposal efforts on small- to medium-sized project opportunities for review by others.
  • Commit to maintaining a membership in one professional society or technical organization in their discipline or primary area of technical interest.
  • Comply with the Guiding Principles and Code of Behavior articulated in our Company Charter.
  • Comply with Company and client Health & Safety protocols.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
Minimum Skills andRequirements:

  • B.S degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering or Chemical Engineering.  M.S. degree welcomed.
  • 5-10 years of environmental engineering and/or consulting experience.
  • Professional engineering registration in core discipline, or ability to obtain within one year.
  • Experience with the full range of an environmental project lifecycle, including feasibility studies, conceptual design, budgetary cost development, detailed design, and contractor selection.
  • Experience with remediation systems, including water pumping and treatment, vapor extraction, construction dewatering, permitting and contractor management.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate with clients, senior project engineers and staff.
  • Strong computer literacy skills including proficiency in industry standard software. Proficiency in AutoCAD is expected.
  • Ability to travel for site visits and client meetings across the U.S.
  • PLC & HMI Programming experience is preferred, but not required.
  • OSHA 40-hr. HAZWOPER training preferred, but not required.

This role has the option to work remotely. The salary range for this position is 70,000-120,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based upon a variety of factors such as education, related work experience, certificates, skills, location, and market conditions. Haley & Aldrich reviews salary ranges each quarter to assess competitiveness with the market.

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