Linux Architect Salary in Nashville, Tennessee

How much does a Linux Architect make in Nashville, TN?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Linux Architect in Nashville, TN is $104,395. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $83,350 to a high of $133,675, with most professionals earning between $93,380 and $119,721.

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What is a Linux Architect?

A Linux Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex Linux-based systems and infrastructure. They work closely with other IT professionals to ensure that the organization's Linux environment is secure, efficient, and scalable. This may involve creating and implementing best practices for system administration, troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, and optimizing performance. Linux Architects also stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in the Linux ecosystem to make informed decisions about system design and architecture. Additionally, they may be involved in planning and executing system upgrades and migrations, as well as providing guidance and support to other team members. Overall, a Linux Architect plays a critical role in ensuring the stability and reliability of the organization's Linux infrastructure.

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What does a Linux Architect do?

Common responsibilities of a Linux Architect

Create and maintain documentation for Linux systems, processes, and procedures.

September 12, 2023

Lead and participate in the planning and execution of Linux system upgrades and migrations.

September 23, 2023

Monitor and analyze Linux system performance and capacity to ensure optimal operation.

October 01, 2023

Design and implement Linux-based infrastructure solutions to meet business and technical requirements.

October 05, 2023

Implement and enforce best practices for Linux system administration and security.

October 09, 2023

Provide technical guidance and support to junior Linux administrators and engineers.

October 25, 2023

Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve the Linux environment.

November 03, 2023

Troubleshoot and resolve complex Linux system and network issues.

November 04, 2023

Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate Linux systems with other infrastructure components.

November 20, 2023

Develop and maintain Linux server configurations, including security, performance, and availability.

November 24, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Linux Architect in Nashville, TN

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

93380

119721

104395

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

95700

125233

105873

What is the average salary for Linux Architect in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Linux Architect in Nashville, TN. The base salary for Linux Architect ranges from $93,380 to $119,721 with the average base salary of $104,395. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $95,700 to $125,233 with the average total cash compensation of $105,873.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$104,395	$93,380 - $119,721
Bonus	$1,478	$2,320 - $5,512
Total Pay	$105,873	$95,700 - $125,233

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Linux Architect Salary Near Nashville, TN

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Hendersonville, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,242 - $119,545	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Franklin, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $93,055 - $119,305	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Murfreesboro, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $92,691 - $118,839	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Clarksville, TN	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,835 - $113,895	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Bowling Green, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $89,524 - $114,778	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN
CITY, STATE Hopkinsville, KY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $88,530 - $113,504	COMPARE TO Nashville, TN

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About Nashville, Tennessee

Nashville is the capital and most populous city of the U.S. state of Tennessee. The city is the county seat of Davidson County and is located on the Cumberland River. The city's population ranks 24th in the U.S. According to 2017 estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, the total consolidated city-county population stood at 691,243. The "balance" population, which excludes semi-independent municipalities within Davidson County, was 667,560 in 2017. Located in northern Middle Tennessee, Nashville is the main core of the largest metropolitan area in Tennessee. The 2017 population of the entire 14-...

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