ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Unix System Engineer Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

previous pagenext page

Showing results 21-40

All JobsUnix System Engineer JobsUnix System Engineer Jobs in Utah

Unix System Engineer information

See Utah salary details

$30

$55

$98

How much do unix system engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for unix system engineer in Utah is $55.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.69 and $61.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Unix System Engineer vs Linux System Administrator?

AspectUnix System EngineerLinux System Administrator
CertificationsUnix certifications (e.g., UNIX Certified Engineer)Linux certifications (e.g., RHCE, CompTIA Linux+)
Work EnvironmentUnix-based servers, enterprise environmentsLinux servers, data centers, cloud platforms
Employer & IndustryFinancial, telecom, large enterprisesWeb hosting, tech companies, startups
Common TasksSystem setup, scripting, performance tuningServer management, security, automation

Both roles involve managing and maintaining server systems, but Unix System Engineers focus on Unix-based platforms with specialized certifications, while Linux System Administrators primarily work with Linux environments, often requiring Linux-specific skills and certifications. The roles overlap in system setup and troubleshooting but differ in platform specialization and typical industry usage.

How much do Unix System Engineers make?

Unix System Engineers typically earn between $80,000 and $130,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and certifications. Senior roles or those with specialized skills in scripting, networking, or cloud environments can command higher salaries.

What does a Unix System Engineer do?

A Unix System Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining, and troubleshooting Unix-based operating systems and servers. They often work with shell scripting, system security, and performance optimization, using tools like SSH, cron, and monitoring software to ensure system stability and efficiency.

What cities in Utah are hiring for Unix System Engineer jobs?

Cities in Utah with the most Unix System Engineer job openings:

Unix System Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Unix System Engineer job openings in Utah as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, and 3% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,953 per year, or $55.7 per hour.

Engineering Division- Draper- Associate, Systems Engineering- 10469780 - Goldman Sachs

Draper, UT • On-site

Polluxa, Inc.
See more jobs at Polluxa, Inc.external

$125 - $150/hr

Other

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

Job description

Job Duties: Associate, Systems Engineering with Goldman Sachs Services LLC in Draper, Utah. Develop expertise across all Engineering, including datacenter design, networks, storage, grid compute, operating systems, databases, communications, market data and software languages. Contribute to the design and development of the firm’s computer and data infrastructure by identifying internal hardware and implementing public and private cloud-based solutions to provide seamless on-demand scaling of the firm's applications. Assist in the creation of automated testing processes, standards, solutions and tools to ensure smooth operation of the firm’s businesses. Apply data mining and machine learning techniques to identify and react to problems in the firm’s infrastructure and platforms. Identify, analyze, and resolve application issues by documenting repetitive error resolutions and minimizing operational errors. Assist in developing and monitoring reports to track and manage application health and support application service performance. Assist in monitoring risk in the production environment and change management processes. Help to improve application stability and performance by automating failures using machine learning techniques and analyzing discrepancies and trends. Review and assess production incidents and communicate with users, applications owners, vendors, and internal and external stakeholders. Develop sustainable systems and services through automation, performance tuning and database queries. Assist with business continuity planning and disaster recovery and plan appropriate contingency plans.

Job Requirements: Master’s degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems/Technology, or related field and one (1) year of experience in job offered or related role OR Bachelor’s degree (U.S. or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems/Technology, or related field and three (3) years of experience in job offered or related role. Prior employment must include one (1) year of experience (with a Master’s) OR three (3) years of experience (with a Bachelor’s) with: performance tuning and troubleshooting application issues utilizing Oracle, code debugging, or log analysis; software development using UNIX operating system, Shell scripting, or Python; designing and supporting database systems utilizing technologies such as DB2 or Sybase ASE; working with the full Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) including requirements gathering, design, prioritization, coding testing, release, and support; SQL performance, tuning, and diagnosing potential performance issues by analyzing query execution plans and setting up disaster recovery; and performing systems management for Windows platforms such as Microsoft Configuration Manager or comparable enterprise systems management products.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

Apply