Sales Director Jobs for OPT Students
Sales Director roles on OPT require employers who can sponsor H-1B or another long-term visa before your authorization expires. Most hiring companies in this space are mid-to-large enterprises with established HR teams and prior sponsorship experience. Your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension if eligible) is enough time to prove ROI and build a sponsorship case.
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We're Redis. We built the product that runs the fast apps our world runs on. (If you checked the weather, used your credit card, or looked at your flight status online today, you’re welcome.) At Redis, you’ll work with the fastest, simplest technology in the business—whether you’re building it, telling its story, or selling it to our 10,000+ worldwide customers. We’re creating a faster world with simpler experiences. You in?
Why would you love this job?
The Strategic Sales Director will have leadership responsibility for the sales activities and operations across North America. The objective of this role is to lead a growing team of sales pros in the region who are focused on expanding our growing customer base and generating more business from current customers. For this critical position we are seeking a thoughtful, disciplined and passionate leader who will bring significant experience and credibility to the Southern team. The Ideal candidate will have experience leading a quarterly-focused technology company through a period of successful and rapid growth. Have personal success in sales and sales management, with a consistent history of high performance. A naturally strategic focus with the ability to also lead by example; will not hesitate to get into the details of the business to help their team execute. The skills and personality to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
What You’ll Do
- Drive both strategic account planning and flawless tactical execution
- Manage accurate monthly and quarterly forecasting across the region
- Nurture broad, high-value key client executive relationships to ensure customer retention and loyalty
- Oversee the planning and implementation of regional marketing/sales programs
- Maintain appropriate reporting systems to participate in meetings and business reviews
- Recruit, train and manage a world-class sales organization
- Grow and accelerate the sales funnel across the region
What will you need to have?
- At least three years of proven sales team management and four years of direct sales experience
- A deep understanding of subscription sales models & strategic SW licensing
- Ability to measure and analyze KPI’s using existing analytical tools, driving a team to overachieve
- Strong organizational skills with a problem-solving, ”can do” attitude
- Availability to work remotely and travel at least 30% of your work time
- A 4-year university degree
Extra Great If You Have
- Database sales experience
- SFDC experience is a plus
As a global company, we value a culture of curiosity, diversity of thought, and innovation from our employees, customers, and partners. Redis is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated and supported, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. Redis is dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard, and every idea is respected. Redis is committed to working with and providing access and reasonable accommodation to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you think you may require accommodations for any part of the recruitment process, please send a request to recruiting@redis.com. All requests for accommodations are treated discreetly and confidentially, as practical and permitted by law. Any offer of employment at Redis is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, consistent with applicable laws. Redis reserves the right to retain data longer than stated in the privacy policy in order to evaluate candidates.
Compensation Range: $323.2K - $404K
Who We Are
We're Redis. We built the product that runs the fast apps our world runs on. (If you checked the weather, used your credit card, or looked at your flight status online today, you’re welcome.) At Redis, you’ll work with the fastest, simplest technology in the business—whether you’re building it, telling its story, or selling it to our 10,000+ worldwide customers. We’re creating a faster world with simpler experiences. You in?
Why would you love this job?
The Strategic Sales Director will have leadership responsibility for the sales activities and operations across North America. The objective of this role is to lead a growing team of sales pros in the region who are focused on expanding our growing customer base and generating more business from current customers. For this critical position we are seeking a thoughtful, disciplined and passionate leader who will bring significant experience and credibility to the Southern team. The Ideal candidate will have experience leading a quarterly-focused technology company through a period of successful and rapid growth. Have personal success in sales and sales management, with a consistent history of high performance. A naturally strategic focus with the ability to also lead by example; will not hesitate to get into the details of the business to help their team execute. The skills and personality to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously.
What You’ll Do
- Drive both strategic account planning and flawless tactical execution
- Manage accurate monthly and quarterly forecasting across the region
- Nurture broad, high-value key client executive relationships to ensure customer retention and loyalty
- Oversee the planning and implementation of regional marketing/sales programs
- Maintain appropriate reporting systems to participate in meetings and business reviews
- Recruit, train and manage a world-class sales organization
- Grow and accelerate the sales funnel across the region
What will you need to have?
- At least three years of proven sales team management and four years of direct sales experience
- A deep understanding of subscription sales models & strategic SW licensing
- Ability to measure and analyze KPI’s using existing analytical tools, driving a team to overachieve
- Strong organizational skills with a problem-solving, ”can do” attitude
- Availability to work remotely and travel at least 30% of your work time
- A 4-year university degree
Extra Great If You Have
- Database sales experience
- SFDC experience is a plus
As a global company, we value a culture of curiosity, diversity of thought, and innovation from our employees, customers, and partners. Redis is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated and supported, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. Redis is dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard, and every idea is respected. Redis is committed to working with and providing access and reasonable accommodation to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you think you may require accommodations for any part of the recruitment process, please send a request to recruiting@redis.com. All requests for accommodations are treated discreetly and confidentially, as practical and permitted by law. Any offer of employment at Redis is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, consistent with applicable laws. Redis reserves the right to retain data longer than stated in the privacy policy in order to evaluate candidates.
Compensation Range: $323.2K - $404K
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Sales Director
Target companies with a sponsorship track record
Search OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have filed H-1B petitions for sales leadership roles before. A company that has sponsored similar titles is far more likely to do it again than one starting from scratch.
Lead with revenue impact, not visa needs
Sales Director candidates are evaluated on pipeline numbers, team performance, and closed revenue. Frame every conversation around business outcomes first. Employers who see clear ROI are much more willing to absorb sponsorship costs and complexity.
Understand your STEM extension eligibility
If your degree is in a STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month OPT extension, giving employers more runway. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before interviews so you can accurately communicate your authorization timeline to hiring teams.
Focus on mid-market and enterprise employers
Smaller startups often lack the HR infrastructure to manage visa sponsorship. Mid-market companies and enterprises typically have legal counsel and established immigration processes, making them more realistic sponsorship candidates for a Director-level hire.
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Migrate Mate surfaces Sales Director jobs at employers with verified sponsorship history, saving you from applying to companies that will not support your visa needs. It is built specifically for OPT students navigating this exact situation.
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Can I work as a Sales Director on OPT?
Yes. OPT authorizes you to work in any role directly related to your field of study, and business, marketing, and management degrees commonly support Sales Director positions. Your employer does not need to do anything special to hire you on OPT itself, but they will need to sponsor a long-term visa before your authorization expires.
Will employers sponsor a Sales Director role for H-1B?
Many do, particularly mid-to-large companies that already have immigration counsel on retainer. Sales Director is generally classifiable as a specialty occupation given the strategic, analytical, and managerial complexity of the role. Employers who see a strong revenue case for keeping you long-term are the most likely sponsors. Browse verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate to narrow your search.
How does the OPT timeline affect a Sales Director job search?
Standard OPT gives you 12 months. STEM OPT adds 24 more months if your degree qualifies. For a Director-level role, that window is often enough to demonstrate performance and build an internal case for sponsorship. Apply your STEM extension early through your DSO if eligible, as it requires lead time and must be filed before your current OPT expires.
Does a Sales Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It depends on how the role is structured. A Sales Director position that requires a specific bachelor's degree or higher in business, marketing, finance, or a related field generally qualifies. Generic sales management roles without a specific degree requirement can face scrutiny. Working with an immigration attorney to craft the job description and petition correctly is important for this title.
What should I do if an employer says they don't sponsor visas?
Ask whether they have sponsored in the past or would consider it for the right candidate. Some employers say no by default but have not fully evaluated the process. If the answer remains firm, focus your energy elsewhere. Director-level roles command enough business value that many employers will engage if you make a clear case. Prioritize your applications toward companies with confirmed sponsorship history.
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