48 Linux system engineer jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Linux System Engineer Jobs in 2026

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To become a Linux system engineer, you need a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or similar field. You must have experience with Unix/Linux operating systems and familiarity with the fundamentals of Linux scripting languages. You also need proficiency with MySQL, Bind, Puppet, Apache, and similar services and an understanding of load balancing and firewalls. Knowledge of open source application suites like WordPress is beneficial as well. Other skills include written and verbal communication, critical thinking, and analytical problem-solving.

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Top Types Of Linux System Engineer Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Linux System Engineer positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Kernel Maintenance Engineer Ubuntu Linux

    Salary range: $104,000 - $125,000

    Kernel Maintenance Engineer Ubuntu Linux is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Kernel Maintenance Engineer Ubuntu Linux jobs pay between $104,000 (25th percentile) and $125,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Kernel Maintenance Engineer Ubuntu Linux job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Linux

    Salary range: $104,500 - $123,500

    Linux is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Linux jobs pay between $104,500 (25th percentile) and $123,500 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Linux job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Senior Linux System Administrator

    Salary range: $107,000 - $150,000

    Senior Linux System Administrator is a typical job search query Most salaries for Senior Linux System Administrator jobs pay between $107,000 (25th percentile) and $150,000 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Senior Linux System Administrator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Sr Linux System Engineer

    Salary range: $118,000 - $138,000

    Sr Linux System Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Sr Linux System Engineer jobs pay between $118,000 (25th percentile) and $138,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Sr Linux System Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Sr Linux Systems Engineer

    Salary range: $118,000 - $138,000

    Sr Linux Systems Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Sr Linux Systems Engineer jobs pay between $118,000 (25th percentile) and $138,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Sr Linux Systems Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Remote Linux Administrator

    Salary range: $87,500 - $123,500

    As a remote Linux administrator, your duties and responsibilities are to install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot a system, server, or application that runs on the Linux operating system. There are many different Linux OSs, and some of the more common ones are Ubuntu, Mint, and Debian. In addition to maintaining the server and system, you also carry out routine security checks and work with other specialists to improve security and contingency plans for maintaining operations in case of emergency. Linux administrators also provide training and instruction to end users.

  • Linux System Administrator

    Salary range: $85,500 - $130,000

    A Linux system administrator— or sysadmin—is an information technology professional who oversees the lifespan of Linux software installed on a server, computer, or other pieces of hardware, including network devices. As a Linux sysadmin, your responsibilities include software installation, day-to-day maintenance of applications, and an overall understanding of Linux operating systems. As part of the daily maintenance team, your job is to monitor system health and ensure that security patches are up-to-date, so that network systems perform well for business users.

  • Senior Unix Engineer

    Salary range: $104,500 - $143,500

    Senior Unix Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Senior Unix Engineer jobs pay between $104,500 (25th percentile) and $143,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Senior Unix Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Hp Alm Administrator

    Salary range: $36,000 - $49,500

    Hp Alm Administrator is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Hp Alm Administrator jobs pay between $36,000 (25th percentile) and $49,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Hp Alm Administrator job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Linux Kernel Remote

    Salary range: $136,500 - $165,000

    Linux Kernel Remote is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Linux Kernel Remote jobs pay between $136,500 (25th percentile) and $165,000 (75th percentile) annually. You’ll find many open positions nationwide for Linux Kernel Remote job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.