OPT Business Systems Engineer Jobs
Business Systems Engineer jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students, since most roles require a degree in computer science, information systems, or engineering, fields that qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Employers in this space frequently sponsor H-1B visas, giving you a realistic long-term path.
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CORT is hiring a full-time Business Systems Administrator in Everett, WA. The Business Systems Administrator oversees the configuration, maintenance, and day-to-day operation of CORT Party Rental’s core SaaS platform, Point of Rental. They act as the functional bridge between business departments and internal and external technical teams, ensuring business systems are optimized to meet organizational goals.
This is a hybrid position, with work performed from the CORT Party Rental location in Everett, WA, and from a home office. Some travel to the CORT Party Rental office in Fife, WA will be required.
SALARY: $85,000-$92,000 / year depending on experience.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- User Management: Provision, configure, and audit user accounts, access levels, and security profiles while monitoring compliance with internal security policies.
- System Configuration: Configure the platform to align with evolving business needs. Collaborate with the SaaS provider on feature requests, enhancements, and technical requirements.
- Integration Support: Monitor and support integrations into the core platform, including Tax, Payments, RFID, and Dispatch systems. Troubleshoot integration issues and coordinate fixes with internal teams and vendors.
- Feature Rollouts: Coordinate with business managers to evaluate new features, conduct testing, deploy software updates, and assist with onboarding new third-party integrations.
- Data and Reporting: Maintain data integrity within the platform, including product catalogs, pricing, and fee structures. Build and maintain custom dashboards and reports for department leaders.
- Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for daily internal support regarding the core platform. Triage issues, track resolutions, and act as the liaison between business managers, internal I.T. and the SaaS platform provider.
- Training: Train team members on systems and tools. Create clear how-to guides and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Help teams adopt new processes and software updates smoothly.
- On-Site: Assist internal I.T. teams (remote) with new hardware activation. Triage issues and serve as point-of-contact between I.T. and business users.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business Administration, or equivalent technical certifications (e.g. Salesforce Admin, ITIL Foundation) preferred.
- 3 to 5 years of direct experience administering business-critical software applications (e.g. Jira, Salesforce, Hubspot, or Workday) required.
- Strong proficiency in platform tools, basic API concepts, and advanced data manipulation (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting tools) required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven track record of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical staff.
INTRODUCTION
CORT is hiring a full-time Business Systems Administrator in Everett, WA. The Business Systems Administrator oversees the configuration, maintenance, and day-to-day operation of CORT Party Rental’s core SaaS platform, Point of Rental. They act as the functional bridge between business departments and internal and external technical teams, ensuring business systems are optimized to meet organizational goals.
This is a hybrid position, with work performed from the CORT Party Rental location in Everett, WA, and from a home office. Some travel to the CORT Party Rental office in Fife, WA will be required.
SALARY: $85,000-$92,000 / year depending on experience.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- User Management: Provision, configure, and audit user accounts, access levels, and security profiles while monitoring compliance with internal security policies.
- System Configuration: Configure the platform to align with evolving business needs. Collaborate with the SaaS provider on feature requests, enhancements, and technical requirements.
- Integration Support: Monitor and support integrations into the core platform, including Tax, Payments, RFID, and Dispatch systems. Troubleshoot integration issues and coordinate fixes with internal teams and vendors.
- Feature Rollouts: Coordinate with business managers to evaluate new features, conduct testing, deploy software updates, and assist with onboarding new third-party integrations.
- Data and Reporting: Maintain data integrity within the platform, including product catalogs, pricing, and fee structures. Build and maintain custom dashboards and reports for department leaders.
- Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for daily internal support regarding the core platform. Triage issues, track resolutions, and act as the liaison between business managers, internal I.T. and the SaaS platform provider.
- Training: Train team members on systems and tools. Create clear how-to guides and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Help teams adopt new processes and software updates smoothly.
- On-Site: Assist internal I.T. teams (remote) with new hardware activation. Triage issues and serve as point-of-contact between I.T. and business users.
- Other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in information technology, Business Administration, or equivalent technical certifications (e.g. Salesforce Admin, ITIL Foundation) preferred.
- 3 to 5 years of direct experience administering business-critical software applications (e.g. Jira, Salesforce, Hubspot, or Workday) required.
- Strong proficiency in platform tools, basic API concepts, and advanced data manipulation (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar reporting tools) required.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a proven track record of explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical staff.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Business Systems Engineer
Target companies with active STEM OPT hiring patterns
Focus on employers in enterprise software, financial services, and healthcare technology. These industries consistently hire Business Systems Engineers on OPT and have established processes for STEM OPT extensions and subsequent H-1B sponsorship.
Confirm your degree qualifies for the STEM extension
Business Systems Engineer roles typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension if your degree is in computer science, information systems, industrial engineering, or a related CIP-coded field. Verify your program appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List.
Apply early relative to your OPT start date
Many employers need four to eight weeks to complete onboarding and E-Verify enrollment. Starting your job search at least three months before your OPT authorization begins gives you time to clear those steps without losing workable days.
Frame your systems integration experience clearly on your resume
Hiring managers for this role scan for ERP configuration, API integration, and cross-functional requirements work. Lead with those keywords and quantify outcomes to help recruiters identify you as a strong fit before visa status becomes a conversation.
Ask about H-1B sponsorship before accepting an offer
Raise sponsorship directly during the offer stage, not after you sign. Ask whether the company has sponsored H-1B visas for this role in the past and whether they work with an immigration attorney, so you understand the path before committing.
Use your university's DSO to stay compliant during your job search
Your Designated School Official can confirm your OPT authorization dates, help you report employer changes, and advise on short unemployment windows. Staying compliant protects your STEM extension eligibility if you need to switch employers.
Business Systems Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Systems Engineer role qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your degree is in computer science, information systems, systems engineering, or another field on the STEM Designated Degree Program List, you can apply for the extension. The job itself must also involve the practical application of STEM knowledge, which Business Systems Engineer roles generally satisfy given their technical requirements analysis and systems integration work.
How do I find Business Systems Engineer jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers willing to sponsor F-1 OPT and STEM OPT candidates, so you are not wasting applications on postings that will screen you out at the authorization question. Business Systems Engineer roles in enterprise software, consulting, and financial services appear regularly and tend to come from companies with existing immigration infrastructure.
Can I work as a Business Systems Engineer on OPT if my degree is in business information systems rather than computer science?
Yes, provided your program appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List under its CIP code. Business information systems and management information systems degrees are frequently STEM-designated. Confirm the CIP code with your DSO before relying on the extension, since program names alone do not determine eligibility.
What should I do if my OPT expires before my H-1B petition is approved?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT expires and USCIS receives it by April 1, you are eligible for cap-gap protection, which automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30. If selected in the lottery and the petition is approved, your H-1B status begins October 1. Talk to your employer's immigration attorney as early as February to confirm the timeline.
Do Business Systems Engineer employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Many do, particularly at mid-size and large companies in technology, consulting, and regulated industries like healthcare and finance. These employers already manage immigration programs and view OPT as a direct pipeline to H-1B. Smaller employers or startups may be willing but lack existing infrastructure, so it is worth asking specifically whether they have sponsored the role before.