OPT Applications Manager Jobs
Applications Manager roles fit F-1 OPT students well because employers in this space routinely sponsor H-1B visas, and your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension if your degree qualifies) gives you enough runway to prove your value before the H-1B visa lottery cycle.
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ENTERPRISE DIGITAL SERVICES, Melville, NY
Requisition: 202936
Profession: Information Technology and Services
Specialty: Epic Applications
Full Time, Days, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Salary Range: $85090.00-$147220.00/year
HIGHLY PREFERRED:
- Epic Security certified
JOB DESCRIPTION
Implements, maintains, and supports Epic EHR applications, focusing on specific modules. Independently analyzes and resolves moderately complex issues, leveraging established guidelines and experience to configure and optimize the Epic system. Actively contributes to process design and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY
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Implements and provides ongoing support for specific Epic IT solutions, ensuring seamless operation and optimal functionality.
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Analyzes and documents complex use cases and workflows, making independent decisions on optimal technical approaches and system configuration.
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Configures, tests, installs, and maintains Epic applications, translating functional requirements into system build.
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Troubleshoots and resolves moderately complex application-related issues, applying established guidelines and prior experience.
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Collaborates with various internal stakeholders, including clinicians, administrators, and IT teams, to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and design solutions, ensuring Epic application specifications meet business needs, support process design initiatives, and promote effective system utilization.
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Participates in the testing and validation of system upgrades and supports ongoing system optimization efforts.
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Conducts thorough testing of system changes to guarantee seamless integration and minimal disruption to daily operations.
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Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related, are not essential functions.
JOB QUALIFICATION
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Bachelor’s Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
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One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience, required.
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Epic certification, required.
ADDITIONAL SALARY DETAIL
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $85090.00-$147220.00/year.
Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Northwell Health. Candidates should check Northwell Health Careers for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.
INTRODUCTION
ENTERPRISE DIGITAL SERVICES, Melville, NY
Requisition: 202936
Profession: Information Technology and Services
Specialty: Epic Applications
Full Time, Days, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM
Salary Range: $85090.00-$147220.00/year
HIGHLY PREFERRED:
- Epic Security certified
JOB DESCRIPTION
Implements, maintains, and supports Epic EHR applications, focusing on specific modules. Independently analyzes and resolves moderately complex issues, leveraging established guidelines and experience to configure and optimize the Epic system. Actively contributes to process design and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions meet business needs.
JOB RESPONSIBILITY
-
Implements and provides ongoing support for specific Epic IT solutions, ensuring seamless operation and optimal functionality.
-
Analyzes and documents complex use cases and workflows, making independent decisions on optimal technical approaches and system configuration.
-
Configures, tests, installs, and maintains Epic applications, translating functional requirements into system build.
-
Troubleshoots and resolves moderately complex application-related issues, applying established guidelines and prior experience.
-
Collaborates with various internal stakeholders, including clinicians, administrators, and IT teams, to gather requirements, analyze workflows, and design solutions, ensuring Epic application specifications meet business needs, support process design initiatives, and promote effective system utilization.
-
Participates in the testing and validation of system upgrades and supports ongoing system optimization efforts.
-
Conducts thorough testing of system changes to guarantee seamless integration and minimal disruption to daily operations.
-
Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related, are not essential functions.
JOB QUALIFICATION
-
Bachelor’s Degree required, or equivalent combination of education and related experience.
-
One to three (1-3) years of relevant experience, required.
-
Epic certification, required.
ADDITIONAL SALARY DETAIL
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member’s base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
The salary range for this position is $85090.00-$147220.00/year.
Salary ranges shown on third-party job sites may not accurately reflect ranges provided by Northwell Health. Candidates should check Northwell Health Careers for accurate information and discuss salary/hourly details and our comprehensive benefits with a recruiter, if selected for an interview.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Applications Manager
Target employers with a STEM OPT track record
Search for companies that have filed H-1B visa petitions in application management or IT operations roles. Employers who sponsor H-1B visas regularly are far more likely to support your STEM OPT extension and eventual sponsorship than those hiring OPT workers for the first time.
Clarify your STEM eligibility before applying
Applications Manager roles often qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in computer science, information systems, or a related CIP-classified field. Confirm your degree qualifies with your DSO before interviews so you can communicate your full authorization window confidently.
Quantify your systems impact in your resume
Hiring managers for Applications Manager roles want to see measurable outcomes: uptime improvements, deployment cycle reductions, or team productivity gains. Concrete metrics give sponsors confidence that the visa investment pays off, making them more willing to initiate H-1B sponsorship on your behalf.
Address sponsorship early and directly
Do not wait until the offer stage to raise OPT status. Mention it in your cover letter or recruiter screen. Framing it around your STEM extension timeline and H-1B eligibility shows self-awareness and reduces the risk of late-stage offer withdrawals over authorization concerns.
Pursue roles at mid-size technology or enterprise software companies
Large enterprise software firms and mid-size SaaS companies hire Applications Managers frequently and maintain established immigration programs. These organizations already have immigration counsel on retainer, which significantly shortens the internal approval process for supporting your OPT and future H-1B petition.
Demonstrate cross-functional leadership experience
Applications Manager positions require coordinating between IT, operations, and business stakeholders. Highlighting project leadership, vendor management, or cross-team deployments in your application shows you can operate at the seniority level that justifies the legal cost of sponsoring an international worker.
Applications Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Applications Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. Applications Manager roles qualify as OPT-eligible employment as long as the work is directly related to your field of study. If your degree is in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field, these roles typically satisfy that requirement. Confirm the job description aligns with your academic program before accepting an offer.
Do Applications Manager jobs qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
Many do, but it depends on both your degree and the role. If your degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List and the Applications Manager position involves substantial technical work like system architecture, software deployment, or data infrastructure, it will likely qualify. Your DSO must approve the extension and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify.
How do I find Applications Manager jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Browse Migrate Mate, which is built specifically for F-1 OPT and international students and filters roles by visa sponsorship willingness. Targeting employers who have previously filed H-1B petitions in IT operations or application management gives you the strongest signal that they understand and support the international hiring process.
What happens to my Applications Manager job if my OPT expires before H-1B approval?
If your employer files an H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT expires, the cap-gap provision extends your work authorization automatically through September 30 of that year. If selected in the lottery, you maintain continuous status. If not selected, you'll need to leave the U.S. or pursue an alternative visa category. STEM OPT holders get a longer runway before reaching this point.
Do Applications Manager employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Sponsorship rates are higher in this role than many others because Applications Managers sit at the intersection of IT leadership and business operations, making them difficult to replace. Employers in enterprise software, healthcare IT, and financial services are particularly likely to sponsor given their reliance on specialized application infrastructure expertise and their established immigration programs.