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Application Administrator jobs with green card sponsorship let foreign professionals build a permanent U.S. career managing enterprise software systems, user access, and IT infrastructure. Employers filing PERM labor certification for this role must document recruitment efforts and meet DOL prevailing wage standards before petitioning USCIS for EB-2 or EB-3 classification.
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INTRODUCTION
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ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking an Application Administrator II to support and enhance enterprise applications, with primary responsibility for assigned functional areas and related business and employee experiences.
In this role, you will configure, maintain, and improve application functionality that supports critical business processes and user experiences. You will partner with business stakeholders, Product, and other technology teams to understand business challenges, identify practical application solutions, and deliver high-quality improvements that are scalable and maintainable.
You will autonomously own well-defined enhancements and production support while contributing to larger initiatives alongside more senior members of the team. Success in this role requires strong application fundamentals, attention to detail, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to balance day-to-day operational needs with continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Configure and maintain assigned application modules and functionality
- Deliver application functionality for well-defined enhancements, defects, and projects
- Participate in discovery sessions with business partners to understand problems, desired outcomes, and user needs
- Translate requirements into simple, sustainable configurations using established platform standards and design patterns
- Configure and maintain workflows, business processes, condition rules, validations, notifications, and other application functionality within your areas of responsibility
- Perform unit testing and support end-to-end testing, deployment, and production validation
- Monitor the impact of changes after deployment and resolve issues to ensure end-to-end quality
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Requires a minimum of 5 years of related experience; or Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience
- Ability to understand business requirements and translate them into practical application solutions
- Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes rather than only addressing symptoms
- Understanding of application security concepts and the relationship between security, workflows, and user experience
- Ability to recognize dependencies between functional areas and integrated systems
- Experience using data to validate decisions and measure the effectiveness of delivered solutions
- Solid testing discipline and attention to configuration quality
SALARY RANGE TRANSPARENCY
- Tier 1 - United States of America 76,000 - 114,000 USD per year
- Tier 2 - United States of America 85,000 - 127,000 USD per year
- Tier 3 - United States of America 93,000 - 139,000 USD per year
- Tier 4 - United States of America N/A
- Tier 5 - United States of America 106,000 - 158,000 USD per year
SALARY RANGE DISCLAIMER
The salary range for this role reflects the minimum and maximum compensation for the role. Offers are typically made between the range minimum and the range midpoint. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, and expertise, as evaluated during the interview process. The range(s) listed is just one component of Indeed's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include quarterly bonuses, Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), a Paid Time Off policy, and many region-specific benefits. Compensation may also vary based on where a role is performed, as work locations are grouped into geographic pay tiers to reflect cost of labor differences in different geographic markets. Candidates can view geographic pay tiers by location on our career site, and recruiters can confirm how location is considered for a specific role.
BENEFITS - HEALTH, WORK/LIFE HARMONY, & WELLBEING
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES AND ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT
Indeed is deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized. We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, family status, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, neuro-diversity, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other non-merit based or legally protected grounds.
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INCLUSION & BELONGING
Inclusion and belonging are fundamental to our hiring practices and company culture, forming an integral part of our vision for a better world of work. At Indeed, we’re committed to the wellbeing of our employees and on a mission to make this the best place to work and thrive. We believe that fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and accepted benefits everyone, fueling innovation and creativity.
We value diverse experiences, including those who have had prior contact with the criminal legal system. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals, a fair chance at employment.
Those with military experience are encouraged to apply. Equivalent expertise demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military experience, or education is welcome.
AGENCY DISCLAIMER
Indeed does not pay placement fees for unsolicited resumes or referrals from non-candidates, including search firms, staffing agencies, professional recruiters, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies (each individually, an "Agency"), subject to local laws. An Agency seeking a placement fee must obtain advance written approval from Indeed's internal Talent Acquisition team and execute a fee agreement with Indeed for each job opening before making a referral or submitting a resume for that opening.
AI NOTICE
Indeed is committed to ensuring fairness and transparency throughout our hiring process. We use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the screening, assessment, and selection of applicants for this position by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.
Unless otherwise notified, Indeed does not use AI constituting an AEDT or an ADMT as those tools are defined in applicable laws.
Reference ID: 48639
All Other Roles: The deadline to apply to this position is [11/12/2026]. Job postings may be extended at the hiring team’s discretion based on applicant volume.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Application Administrator
Match your credentials to EB-2 or EB-3
An advanced degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field positions you for EB-2. If you hold a bachelor's degree, EB-3 applies. Confirm your degree equivalency early because PERM documentation locks in your classification before the I-140 is filed.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find the DOL prevailing wage for Application Administrator roles in your target city. Your offer must meet or exceed that level, and any gap between offer and prevailing wage can stall the PERM certification before it starts.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate
Target employers with a documented history of employment-based green card filings for IT administration roles. Migrate Mate lists employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can focus outreach on companies already familiar with the PERM and I-140 process.
Verify the employer completes PERM recruitment correctly
PERM requires the employer to run a mandatory recruitment test, including job postings, before DOL will certify the application. Confirm your prospective employer has run this process before, since errors in job descriptions or recruitment steps can result in an audit or denial.
Review your O*NET occupation profile before interviews
The O*NET profile for Application Administrator defines the duties, skills, and typical education requirements that PERM filings must reflect. Aligning your resume and interview answers to those duty descriptions reduces the risk of a PERM audit challenging the job requirements.
Understand priority date backlogs before accepting an offer
Employment-based green cards carry per-country annual limits, so nationals from high-demand countries like India or China can face multi-year waits after I-140 approval. Ask the employer whether they'll maintain your petition and status through that wait period.
Green Card Application Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions
Which green card category covers Application Administrator roles?
Most Application Administrator positions qualify under EB-3 for professionals with a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Roles requiring an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in systems administration may qualify under EB-2. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the classification when filing the PERM labor certification with DOL.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship grants temporary work authorization in two or three-year increments and is subject to an annual lottery. Green card sponsorship through PERM, I-140, and adjustment of status or consular processing leads to lawful permanent residence with no renewal requirement. The PERM process also requires the employer to conduct a formal recruitment test and obtain a DOL prevailing wage determination, steps that H-1B sponsorship does not involve.
How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Application Administrator jobs?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This lets you identify companies already experienced with PERM labor certification for IT administration positions, so you're not relying on employers who have never navigated the process before.
Can I change employers after my green card process starts?
AC21 job portability allows you to change to a same or similar occupation once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more. Separately, an approved I-140 petition can anchor your priority date if a new employer files a fresh I-140 for you, so your place in the queue carries over even though the petition restarts.
What does the PERM recruitment process mean for Application Administrator applicants?
Before DOL certifies the PERM application, your employer must advertise the position through specific channels, including job postings and sometimes print advertisements, and document that no qualified U.S. workers applied. If the job description in those ads differs from your actual duties or understates the requirements, DOL can audit or deny certification, which delays the entire green card timeline.