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HRIS Specialist roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in information systems, HR management, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through the DOL before USCIS approves the petition.
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Location - Onsite Hercules, CA
Duration: Long Term Contract
We are seeking a Senior HRIS Integration Specialist to lead the technical design, development coordination, testing, and support of integrations between SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC) and external HR, payroll, and enterprise systems. This role serves as the key integration authority within the HRIS team, translating business and vendor requirements into robust technical specifications, data mappings, API queries, and integration solutions. The specialist will collaborate closely with HR, Payroll, middleware teams, and external vendors to ensure accurate, secure, and reliable employee data flows across systems. The role will also support planned transition to Workday by driving integration assessment, requirements mapping, solution redesign, parallel testing, and cutover readiness.
Required Qualifications:
- 8+ years of HRIS experience, including at least 5 years of hands-on SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central integration experience.
- Strong understanding of the SuccessFactors data model, including Person and Employment objects, Job Information, Compensation, MDF objects, foundation objects, picklists, and effective dating.
- Expert-level proficiency in SuccessFactors OData and CompoundEmployee APIs, including query development, delta extraction, filtering, and troubleshooting.
- At least 5 years of experience developing and supporting SuccessFactors Integration Center jobs.
- Working knowledge of SAP Integration Suite (CPI) and Informatica IICS, including the ability to trace integration flows, analyze messages, and collaborate with middleware developers on issue resolution.
- Hands-on experience with ADP Celergo and ADP GlobalView payroll integrations.
- Proficiency in XML, JSON, CSV, and fixed-width data formats, along with SFTP connectivity and PGP encryption.
- Experience in integration testing, defect management, root-cause analysis, and production support.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across HR, Payroll, IT, and external vendor teams.
- Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
Job Role - HRIS Integration Specialist
Location - Onsite Hercules, CA
Duration: Long Term Contract
We are seeking a Senior HRIS Integration Specialist to lead the technical design, development coordination, testing, and support of integrations between SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC) and external HR, payroll, and enterprise systems. This role serves as the key integration authority within the HRIS team, translating business and vendor requirements into robust technical specifications, data mappings, API queries, and integration solutions. The specialist will collaborate closely with HR, Payroll, middleware teams, and external vendors to ensure accurate, secure, and reliable employee data flows across systems. The role will also support planned transition to Workday by driving integration assessment, requirements mapping, solution redesign, parallel testing, and cutover readiness.
Required Qualifications:
- 8+ years of HRIS experience, including at least 5 years of hands-on SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central integration experience.
- Strong understanding of the SuccessFactors data model, including Person and Employment objects, Job Information, Compensation, MDF objects, foundation objects, picklists, and effective dating.
- Expert-level proficiency in SuccessFactors OData and CompoundEmployee APIs, including query development, delta extraction, filtering, and troubleshooting.
- At least 5 years of experience developing and supporting SuccessFactors Integration Center jobs.
- Working knowledge of SAP Integration Suite (CPI) and Informatica IICS, including the ability to trace integration flows, analyze messages, and collaborate with middleware developers on issue resolution.
- Hands-on experience with ADP Celergo and ADP GlobalView payroll integrations.
- Proficiency in XML, JSON, CSV, and fixed-width data formats, along with SFTP connectivity and PGP encryption.
- Experience in integration testing, defect management, root-cause analysis, and production support.
- Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across HR, Payroll, IT, and external vendor teams.
- Experience working in Agile delivery environments.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Hris Specialist
Map your degree to the SOC code
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to the HRIS Specialist role. Pull the O*NET profile for SOC 13-1141 to document the educational requirements and match your transcripts before a recruiter asks.
Target employers with certified LCA history
Use Migrate Mate to filter HRIS Specialist openings by employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications for this occupation. That filing history tells you the employer understands the H-1B process, not just that they're open to it.
Check the prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your work location and experience level. Run the OFLC Wage Search under the HRIS Specialist occupation code before your offer discussion so you know the floor, not just the market rate.
Confirm the employer uses E-Verify
H-1B employers are required by law to participate in E-Verify. Ask during the offer stage, not after signing. An employer unfamiliar with this requirement may also be unprepared to file your I-129 petition on time.
Document system certifications for the RFE risk
USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence on HRIS roles, questioning whether the position truly requires a specialized degree. Gather certifications in Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, or Oracle HCM to strengthen your employer's evidence that the role is a specialty occupation.
File before the April 1 cap deadline
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be submitted for the annual lottery, with the registration window typically opening in March. Your employer's legal team needs your documents well before then; gaps in your employment history or pending credential evaluations can delay filing.
H-1B Visa Hris Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an HRIS Specialist role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as information systems, human resources management, or computer science. Generic HR coordinator roles can fall short of this standard. Your employer's job description must specify the degree requirement to withstand USCIS scrutiny during adjudication.
Which employers typically sponsor H-1B visas for HRIS Specialists?
Large enterprises running complex HRIS platforms such as Workday or SAP SuccessFactors are the most consistent sponsors because their systems require specialized technical knowledge. Healthcare systems, financial institutions, and global consulting firms also file regularly. Migrate Mate filters HRIS Specialist openings by verified LCA filing history so you can target employers with a documented record of H-1B sponsorship.
Can my employer sponsor my H-1B if they've never done it before?
Yes, but the process takes longer when an employer is filing for the first time. They'll need to register with USCIS, obtain a Federal Employer Identification Number, and work with an immigration attorney to file the Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting the I-129 petition. Build extra lead time into your offer negotiation.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off as an HRIS Specialist?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer, transfer your H-1B, change status, or leave the U.S. The clock starts on your last day of work. During that window, you can't work, but you can actively interview and negotiate a new offer with a new employer who can file an H-1B transfer petition.
Is an HRIS Specialist role eligible for H-1B cap exemption?
Only if your employer qualifies as a cap-exempt institution, such as a nonprofit research organization, university, or government research entity. Most private-sector HRIS roles are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the annual lottery. If you're working for a staffing firm placed at a cap-exempt site, eligibility depends on the nature of the work and the placement arrangement.