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Canvendor Inc

Unix Automation Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

Unix Automation Engineer Location : Sanjose CA(Onsite) Rate : 12 +Years of consultant Visa : H1b ... Own system hardening baselines and CVE response workflows * Design and enforce compliance-as-code ...

Jobsbridge

Middleware Administrator

Palo Alto, CA · On-site

$61.75 - $81/hr

Experience with Unix system administration and TCP/IP networking. ? Experience using Java, J2EE ... B.S. Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering, M.S. preferred. Qualifications eb-based ...

Zealogics.com

HPC engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

HPC Operating System Installation/provision - Windows Server, Linux, Unix. * Troubleshooting and ... Programming language: Python, Shell * Virtualization and containerization * Computer network

Zscaler

Staff Site Reliability Engineer

San Jose, CA · On-site

$66.75 - $88.75/hr

You are an SRE with proven experience in Linux/UNIX System Administration and hands-on expertise in building infrastructure and managing platforms like Kubernetes using automation tools and high ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

$130K - $154K/yr

Experienced in UNIX Systems programming and automation using Python and/or Shell. Authoritative level usage of UNIX and UNIX utilities. Excellent planning and communication skills. Experience in ...

Nvidia

EDA Workflow Optimization Engineer

Santa Clara, CA · Hybrid

$130K - $154K/yr

Experienced in UNIX Systems programming and automation using Python and/or Shell. * Authoritative level usage of UNIX and UNIX utilities. * Excellent planning and communication skills. * Experience ...

Fortinet

Staff Software QA Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA

Proficient in using Windows/Linux/Unix system for daily work. * Experience in development using script programming language, Python, Java, or Perl. * Experience in using Spirent or Ixia traffic ...

Nastech Global

System QA Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

System QA Engineer Location: Cupertino, CA (onsite) Job type: Full time Skills Must-haves for ... Knowledge of Unix, and any scripting language like Python * Excellent cross-functional ...

ApplyMint

Software Engineer

Redwood City, CA · On-site

We are seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with a Master's or PhD in Computer Science and at ... proficiency in Unix systems, and expertise in Python (preferred), Go, or C++. Excellent ...

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How much do unix system engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for unix system engineer in Santa Clara, CA is $71.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.62 and $78.41 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.
Unix System Engineer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Unix System Engineer job openings in Santa Clara, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $149,587 per year, or $71.9 per hour.

Unix Automation Engineer

San Jose, CA • On-site

Canvendor Inc
IT Services • 11 - 50 employees
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Job description

Job Title :Unix Automation Engineer

Location : Sanjose CA(Onsite)

Rate : 12 +Years of consultant

Visa : H1b, and USC

Type: Contract

 

Job Responsibilities

  • Build infrastructure-as-code (Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, Chef) version-controlled, peer-reviewed, CI/CD-deployed
  • Apply security principles (least privilege, defense in depth, zero trust) to system design
  • Own system hardening baselines and CVE response workflows
  • Design and enforce compliance-as-code: drift detection, secret detection, automated remediation, and audit trails
  • Monitor system performance, troubleshoot bottlenecks, and implement optimizations to ensure high availability and reliability
  • Conduct capacity planning and performance engineering across computers, storage, and network layers
  • Maintain Git-based workflows for all infrastructure changes — branching, code review, merge pipelines
  • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines (GitLab CI, Jenkins, GitHub Actions) for configuration deployment, image builds, and validation
  • Manage configuration management at scale using Puppet, Chef, or Ansible across heterogeneous environments
  • Automate everything from provisioning, compliance checks, patching until decommissioning,
  • Address complex cross-system issues: NFS, kernel, networking, storage, and server hardware
  • Perform performance engineering: identify bottlenecks, implement measurable fixes, and produce evidence-based root cause analysis
  • Build observability and synthetic monitoring tooling to detect problems before users report them
  • Work closely with development, networking, security, and other IT teams to deploy applications, integrate new technologies, and manage project lifecycles
  • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system configurations, architectural decisions, runbooks, and troubleshooting procedures

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • 12+ years of extensive hands-on experience in Unix/Linux administration and enterprise infrastructure management.
  • Strong expertise in automation using Puppet, Chef, Ansible, Terraform
  • Strong experience with installation, configuration, administration, and support of enterprise infrastructure and operational tools.
  • Deep understanding of system security hardening, vulnerability remediation, patch management, and access control best practices.
  • Advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills with the ability to resolve complex technical issues across multiple infrastructure layers.
  • Solid knowledge of core networking concepts including TCP/IP, DNS, subnetting, routing, and firewall fundamentals.

•     Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to document designs, procedures, and technical recommendations clearly.

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