Senior Linux Kernel Engineer Salary in Omaha, Nebraska

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How much does a Senior Linux Kernel Engineer make in Omaha, NE? The average Senior Linux Kernel Engineer salary in Omaha, NE is $102,179 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $82,432 and $115,310. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Sr. Linux Engineer with Security Clearance
General Dynamics Information Technology - FORT HUACHUCA , AZ
Deliver simple solutions to complex problems as a Systems Engineer Senior at GDIT. Here, you'll tailor cutting-edge solutions to the unique requirements of our
- 1 day ago
Sr. Linux Systems Engineer - Active Clearance with Security Clearance
Anduril Industries - COSTA MESA , CA
Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the e
- 1 day ago
Senior Infrastructure Engineer Linux - (Onsite) with Security Clearance
RTX - AURORA , CO
Date Posted. 2025-02-11. Country. United States of America. Location. CO102: 16800 E Centretech Pkwy,Aurora 16800 East Centretech Pkwy Building S75, Aurora, CO
- 1 day ago
Linux System Engineer, Senior with Security Clearance
Booz Allen Hamilton - FORT MEADE , MD
Job Number: R0217107 Linux System Engineer, Senior The Opportunity: Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your te chn ical skills with big picture thi n
- 1 day ago
LINUX Sr Principal Systems Engineer - Active Top Secret Required with Security Clearance
General Dynamics Information Technology - WASHINGTON , DC
Job Description. Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Linux Design, deploy, integrate and maintain Linux technologies to advance the mission as a SENIOR PRINCIPA
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Senior Linux HPC Systems Engineer with Security Clearance
Cadre5, LLC. - KNOXVILLE , TN
Senior Linux HPC Systems Engineer Founded in 1999 in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, Cadre5 provides innovative technical solutions to our cust
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About Omaha, Nebraska    Omaha (/ˈoʊməhɑː/ OH-mə-hah) is the largest city in the state of Nebraska and the county seat of Douglas County. Omaha is located in the Midwestern Un....More

Omaha, Nebraska  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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