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Lead System Administrator jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship are available at enterprises, cloud-first companies, and managed service providers that rely on senior infrastructure expertise. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation when tied to a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, making it a strong fit for H-1B petitions.
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At Braze, we have found our people. We're a genuinely approachable, exceptionally kind, and intensely passionate crew.
We seek to ignite that passion by setting high standards, championing teamwork, and creating work-life harmony as we collectively navigate rapid growth on a global scale while striving for greater equity and opportunity – inside and outside our organization.
To flourish here, you must be prepared to set a high bar for yourself and those around you. There is always a way to contribute: Acting with autonomy, having accountability and being open to new perspectives are essential to our continued success.
Our deep curiosity to learn and our eagerness to share diverse passions with others gives us balance and injects a one-of-a-kind vibrancy into our culture.
If you are driven to solve exhilarating challenges and have a bias toward action in the face of change, you will be empowered to make a real impact here, with a sharp and passionate team at your back. If Braze sounds like a place where you can thrive, we can't wait to meet you.
We are seeking a Lead Systems Administrator to act as the technical escalation point for our Service Desk and to own the reliability, security, and operational excellence of our IT services. In this role, you will lead incident response, perform deep root cause analysis, and proactively improve systems through automation and process improvements. You will also serve as a mentor and subject matter expert across multiple IT domains.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the primary escalation point for the Service Desk to investigate and resolve complex technical issues
- Own the maintenance, configuration, availability, and business continuity of core IT services
- Act as Incident Manager or partner closely with Incident Management during service outages, and security incidents, ensuring clear and timely communication to the business
- Identify recurring issues, define corrective actions, and implement long-term solutions
- Provide advanced support for Google Workspace, including email delivery, permissions, security issues, and service integrations
- Support escalated issues across Zscaler, macOS, networking, Google Workspace, and Okta
- Troubleshoot and maintain integrations of IT SaaS such as; Okta, Google Workspace, Slack, Zscaler and Iru
- Serve as Tier 3 support for macOS, hardware, and network-related issues
- Design, write, and maintain custom scripts or applications to improve system efficiency and reduce manual effort
- Create and maintain IT documentation and contribute to the Knowledge Base
- Manage vendor relationships for IT services and tools
- Investigate and remediate security-related issues across Gmail, Slack, and Okta
- Mentor team members and promote IT best practices across the organization
WHO YOU ARE
- A hands-on problem solver who takes ownership and strives for operational excellence
- Experienced in supporting SaaS platforms such as Google Workspace, Slack, Okta, Iru, and other enterprise IT services, including API-based administration
- Knowledgeable in virtualization and cloud environments (AWS, VMware, or equivalent)
- Proficient in scripting and automation using tools such as Bash, Python, and/or Ruby
- Comfortable using tools such as Jira, Git, and GAM
- Demonstrated experience designing, implementing, and improving IT services
- Strong understanding of IT operations best practices, including security, storage, data protection, and disaster recovery
- Self-directed, detail-oriented, and capable of prioritizing work based on impact and urgency
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong networking fundamentals, including familiarity with the OSI model
- Familiar with software development lifecycle principles
Bonus Qualifications:
- ITIL Foundation (or higher) certification
- Experience managing cloud infrastructure in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
For candidates based in the United States, the pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $111,000 and $174,000/year with an expected On Target Earnings (OTE) between $123,000 and $193,000/year (including bonus or commission). Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to cash compensation, this role qualifies for a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants of restricted stock (RSUs) so that you will own a piece of our company.
WHAT WE OFFER
Braze benefits vary by location, and we encourage you to review our specific benefits offerings for each country here. More details on benefits plans will be provided if you receive an offer of employment.
From offering comprehensive benefits to fostering hybrid ways of working, we've got you covered so you can prioritize work-life harmony. Braze offers benefits such as:
- Competitive compensation that may include equity
- Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Flexible paid time off
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
- Family services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave
- Professional development supported by formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend
- A curated in-office employee experience, designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
- Opportunities to give back to your community, including an annual company-wide Volunteer Week and donation matching
- Employee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within Braze
- Collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®
ABOUT BRAZE
Braze is the leading customer engagement platform that empowers brands to Be Absolutely Engaging™. Braze helps brands deliver great customer experiences that drive value both for consumers and for their businesses. Built on a foundation of composable intelligence, BrazeAI™ allows marketers to combine and activate AI agents, models, and features at every touchpoint throughout the Braze Customer Engagement Platform for smarter, faster, and more meaningful customer engagement. From cross-channel messaging and journey orchestration to AI-powered decisioning and optimization, Braze enables companies to turn action into interaction through autonomous, 1:1 personalized experiences.
The company has been consistently recognized as a Leader in marketing technology by industry analysts, and was named a G2 "Best of Marketing and Digital Advertising Software Product" in 2026. Braze was also named a 2026 Best Places to Work by Built In, a 2025 America's Greenest Companies by Newsweek, and a 2025 Fortune Best Workplace in Technology™ by Great Place To Work®. Braze is also proudly certified as a Great Place to Work® in the U.S., the UK, Australia, and Singapore.
The company is headquartered in New York with offices in Austin, Berlin, Bucharest, Chicago, Dubai, Jakarta, London, Paris, San Francisco, São Paulo, Singapore, Seoul, Sydney and Tokyo.
BRAZE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
At Braze, we strive to create equitable growth and opportunities inside and outside the organization.
Building meaningful connections is at the heart of everything we do, and that includes our recruiting practices. We're committed to offering all candidates a fair, accessible, and inclusive experience – regardless of age, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, maternity, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. When applying and interviewing with Braze, we want you to feel comfortable showcasing what makes you you.
We know that sometimes different circumstances can lead talented people to hesitate to apply for a role unless they meet 100% of the criteria. If this sounds familiar, we encourage you to apply, as we'd love to meet you.
OUR AI-POWERED BRAZE RECRUITMENT PROCESS
At Braze, we're committed to a fair and transparent candidate experience. To help our recruitment teams focus on what matters most — the person behind each application — we use AI-assisted tools at certain stages of our recruitment process.
This includes using AI to analyze the experience, skills and qualifications in your application materials to help with screening and prioritizing candidates. Such screening may amount to a form of solely automated decision-making. We also use AI for administrative support, like scheduling and recording interviews and summarizing interview notes. Our recruiting teams remain responsible for all hiring decisions and are involved throughout the process.
Depending on where you are located, you may have the right to request further information about how AI is used in our recruitment process, to opt out of AI-assisted review, to request a manual review of any decision made or to contest a decision.
Please contact us at talentdata.privacy@braze.com for any requests or questions. To find out more about our hiring process, check out this page.
Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tool (NYC Local Law 144)
Our use of AI during the application review process may include the use of automated employment decision tools. Pursuant to New York City Local Law 144, for roles based in New York City, or if you reside in New York City, you have the right to request an alternative selection process or a reasonable accommodation instead of AI-assisted review. Please submit any such request to our Talent Acquisition team at talentdata.privacy@braze.com promptly after applying. A summary of the most recent bias audit results for such tool is available here.
Please see our Candidate Privacy Policy for more information on how Braze processes your personal information during the recruitment process and, if applicable based on your location, how you can exercise any privacy rights.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Lead System Administrator
Map your degree to system administration duties
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your specific degree field to the role's core duties. Document how your computer science, IT, or information systems degree directly underlies your infrastructure responsibilities, not just your job title, before applying.
Verify prevailing wages by metro before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level II and Level III rates for your city before you enter salary discussions.
Find sponsors through Migrate Mate's verified employer search
Target companies with a documented H-1B filing history in infrastructure and IT operations roles. Migrate Mate shows verified sponsoring employers for Lead System Administrator positions, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never navigated the process.
Prepare for multi-site LCA requirements in advance
If the role involves managing servers or systems across multiple office locations, each worksite needs its own certified LCA filed with DOL. Confirm the employer understands this requirement early so your petition isn't delayed after the offer is signed.
Review your O*NET profile to build a specialty occupation case
The O*NET profile for Network and Computer Systems Administrators lists the degree-level knowledge domains central to this role. Use those task and knowledge categories to align your resume and employer's support letter with USCIS specialty occupation criteria.
Account for the full H-1B timeline when timing your job search
Cap-subject H-1B petitions can't start work until October 1 of the fiscal year they're approved for, and selection rules have changed recently. Build at least six months of lead time into your search so your offer and start date stay aligned.
H-1B Visa Lead System Administrator: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Lead System Administrator role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field as a minimum entry requirement. Employers strengthen the case by tying degree-level knowledge to specific duties such as architecting infrastructure, evaluating enterprise security frameworks, or leading technical teams, rather than framing the role around general IT support tasks.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for system administrator roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Lead System Administrator positions at employers with verified H-1B filing history. Focusing your applications on companies that have already petitioned for similar roles reduces the risk of an employer agreeing to sponsor in principle but stalling when the actual USCIS process begins.
What happens to my H-1B status if I move to a new worksite or my employer restructures the IT team?
A material change in your work location or duties can require an amended H-1B petition with USCIS, and each new worksite needs its own certified LCA filed with DOL before you begin working there. If your employer is acquired or merges, the new entity must evaluate whether it qualifies as a successor in interest or file a fresh petition on your behalf.
How long can I work in the U.S. on an H-1B as a Lead System Administrator?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. Beyond six years, continued extensions are possible if you have a qualifying permanent residence application pending at a specific stage, but those extensions depend on USCIS rules and your employer's willingness to pursue a green card sponsorship track.
What documentation should I prepare before an employer files my H-1B petition?
Gather your academic transcripts, degree certificates, and any credential evaluations showing U.S. equivalency for foreign degrees. You'll also need a detailed job offer letter that explicitly ties your duties to your degree field, documentation of any professional certifications relevant to the role, and your current immigration records including your I-94 and any prior H-1B approvals.