UNIX Systems Engineer Salary in Denver, Colorado

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How much does a UNIX Systems Engineer make in Denver, CO? The average UNIX Systems Engineer salary in Denver, CO is $136,339 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $123,657 and $151,147. 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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Biomedical Systems Engineer
John Muir Health - WALNUT CREEK , CA
Job Description. The Clinical Systems Engineer holds a pivotal role within our organization, collaborating extensively with Clinical Operations, Technology Team
- 132 days ago
Systems Engineer
BOEING - HAZELWOOD , MO
Job Description. At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We’re committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that’s
- 20 days ago
Linux/UNIX Systems Administrator with Security Clearance
SilverEdge - RESTON , VA
Overview The Systems Administrator will be responsible for data extraction, transformation and load (ETL), data mapping, data extraction, analytical support, op
- 1 day ago
Unix Linux Monitoring Engineer with Security Clearance
Peraton - EAGAN , MN
About Peraton Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reache
- 1 day ago
Senior Linux/Unix Systems Administrator with Security Clearance
FedWriters - RICHMOND , VA
FedWriters is building a team to provide systems administration and IT support services for Oracle/Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and Red Hat Linux operating systems on th
- 1 day ago
Senior Linux/Unix Systems Administrator (OH) with Security Clearance
FedWriters - COLUMBUS , OH
FedWriters is building a team to provide systems administration and IT support services for Oracle/Sun Solaris, HP-UX, and Red Hat Linux operating systems on th
- 1 day ago

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About Denver, Colorado    Denver is in the center of the Front Range Urban Corridor, between the Rocky Mountains to the west and the High Plains to the east. Denver's topograph....More

Denver, Colorado  area prices were up 0.4% from a year ago

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