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2T Consulting

Solaris System Administrator

Cary, NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

2T Consulting

NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

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Solaris System Administrator

Garner, NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

2T Consulting

NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

2T Consulting

Solaris System Administrator

Raleigh, NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

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Solaris System Administrator

Raleigh, NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

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Solaris System Administrator

Apex, NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

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Solaris System Administrator

Cary, NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

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Solaris System Administrator

Durham, NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

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Solaris System Administrator

Garner, NC · On-site

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

2T Consulting

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production ...

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How much do solaris engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for solaris engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Solaris engineer?

A Solaris Engineer is an IT professional who specializes in administering, configuring, and maintaining systems running the Solaris operating system, which is a Unix-based platform developed by Sun Microsystems (now owned by Oracle). Their responsibilities include installing Solaris OS, managing system performance, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring system security and reliability. Solaris Engineers often work with servers in enterprise environments, supporting business-critical applications and providing solutions for system upgrades and migrations. They may also be involved in automating tasks using shell scripting and working with network protocols and storage technologies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Solaris engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Solaris Engineer, you need deep knowledge of Solaris operating systems, UNIX/Linux administration, scripting, and a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Experience with tools like Solaris Zones, ZFS, network configuration utilities, and certifications such as Oracle Certified Professional (OCP) are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help you excel in troubleshooting and collaborating with IT teams. These skills are crucial to ensure system reliability, security, and optimal performance in enterprise environments.

How does a Solaris engineer typically collaborate with other IT teams in a large organization?

Solaris Engineers frequently work alongside network engineers, database administrators, and application support teams to ensure seamless operation of enterprise systems. They are often involved in cross-functional projects, such as system migrations or upgrades, which require clear communication and coordination. Regular meetings, documentation sharing, and adherence to change management protocols are essential to maintain system reliability and security. This collaborative environment helps Solaris Engineers build strong technical and project management skills while supporting critical business applications.

What is the difference between Solaris Engineer vs Linux Administrator?

AspectSolaris EngineerLinux Administrator
CertificationsSun/Solaris certifications, Linux certificationsLinux certifications (e.g., RHCE, CompTIA Linux+)
Work EnvironmentSolaris-based servers, enterprise data centersLinux servers, cloud environments
Industry UsageTelecom, finance, large enterprisesWeb hosting, cloud services, enterprise IT
Common TasksSystem setup, performance tuning, Solaris-specific featuresServer management, scripting, system updates

While both roles involve managing Unix-like systems, Solaris Engineers focus on Solaris-specific features and enterprise environments, whereas Linux Administrators work primarily with Linux systems across various industries. Both require strong system administration skills and certifications, but their platform expertise differs.

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Infographic showing various Solaris Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Solaris System Administrator

2T Consulting

Cary, NC • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Solaris System Administrator with strong expertise in Unix infrastructure administration, platform modernization, and Solaris-to-Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) migration initiatives. The ideal candidate will be responsible for administering enterprise Solaris and Linux environments while leading infrastructure transformation activities, including assessment, discovery, application dependency mapping, migration planning, platform modernization, build automation, and production support.

This role requires deep technical expertise in Solaris administration, Linux engineering, infrastructure automation, virtualization technologies, middleware integration, and enterprise production support within mission-critical environments.

Required Technical/Functional Skills

  • Strong hands-on experience in Solaris 10/11 and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) system administration.
  • Administer and support Solaris and RHEL environments across Development, Test, UAT, DR, and Production environments.
  • Experience with Solaris Zones, Containers, Logical Domains (LDOMs), and virtualization technologies.
  • Perform operating system installation, configuration, patching, hardening, upgrades, and lifecycle management.
  • Expertise in system performance tuning, troubleshooting, capacity planning, and health monitoring.
  • Strong knowledge of ZFS, NFS, UFS, volume management, storage allocation, and file system administration.
  • Experience with infrastructure automation and scripting using Shell, Python, or Ansible.
  • Good understanding of enterprise middleware integration and application hosting on Unix/Linux platforms.
  • Knowledge of security best practices, compliance standards, and OS hardening.
  • Experience with monitoring, incident management, root cause analysis, and production support.

Roles & Responsibilities

  • Administer, maintain, and support enterprise Solaris 10/11 and RHEL server environments.
  • Lead Solaris-to-RHEL migration projects, including infrastructure assessment, workload analysis, and migration planning.
  • Perform application discovery, dependency mapping, and compatibility assessments for migration activities.
  • Design and execute migration strategies with minimal business disruption and downtime.
  • Build, configure, and automate server provisioning using infrastructure automation tools and scripting.
  • Manage Solaris Zones, LDOMs, Containers, and virtualization platforms to optimize resource utilization.
  • Perform OS installation, patch management, security hardening, upgrades, and vulnerability remediation.
  • Administer storage, ZFS, NFS, file systems, and volume management to ensure high availability and performance.
  • Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement performance optimization initiatives.
  • Collaborate with application, middleware, storage, network, and database teams during migration and modernization projects.
  • Support Disaster Recovery (DR) planning, testing, and execution activities.
  • Troubleshoot complex production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventive measures.
  • Prepare and maintain system documentation, operational procedures, migration runbooks, and technical standards.
  • Ensure infrastructure complies with organizational security, governance, and regulatory requirements.
  • Participate in on-call support and maintenance activities for mission-critical production environments.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 6+ years of experience in Solaris and Unix/Linux system administration.
  • Experience with enterprise-scale Solaris modernization and cloud migration initiatives is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity with automation tools such as Ansible, Terraform, or similar Infrastructure-as-Code solutions.
  • Experience with enterprise monitoring tools and ITIL-based operational processes.
  • Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

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