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Salesforce Business Analyst roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with backgrounds in business, information systems, or computer science. Employers regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role, and STEM OPT extensions apply if your degree qualifies, giving you up to three years of work authorization to build your career.
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A hybrid work schedule (some work in the office and some work from home) is available for this position.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Application Developer's primary responsibilities will be to focus on ensuring the development of quality software using best practices architecture, coding practice and development processes on a day-to-day basis. This position will work with Business Analyst and functional users to determine functional requirements and provides customization, maintenance and updates as needed. Additionally, will also participate with cross-functional teams to establish and support the application development and test environments to meet client requirements.
As a Salesforce developer, will identify, design, and deploy technology and process solutions establishing key business capabilities and operational improvements for the client.
The person in this position will be responsible for:
- Creating, implementing, and maintaining applications associated with the client's mission on multiple platforms including but not limited to: Salesforce, MuleSoft, Microsoft SQL, Oracle.
- Performing deep dive analysis, and reverse engineering of existing code banks to apply fixes and develop changes to applications on the platforms mentioned above.
- Participating in project teams involved in the planning, design, development, and implementation of new applications.
- Ensuring existing interfaces and programs comply with changes in technology directives and/or client statutes, regulations, and rules, writing technical documentation on application specifications and maintaining effective working relationships to improve the systems of the client, developing and applying business knowledge in one or more functional areas.
Experience
Experience with:
- Collaborated with business stakeholders to implement client-critical solutions on the Salesforce Platform using Agile methodologies and source control to ensure best practices and versioning integrity.
- Ability to assess existing system and refactor and redesign in order to make a more optimal solution.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of:
- Proficiency in the development of Salesforce Public Sector Solutions applications and Application Programming Interfaces (API).
- Advanced knowledge in the development of MuleSoft integrations.
- Relational database, such as Oracle, SQL Server.
SKILL
Skill in:
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within the Department, other governmental entities, private and public sectors, such as Salesforce.
- Salesforce development, configuration and administration.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Detail-oriented approach to complex analysis and customer-centric problem resolution.
- Strong customer service skills.
ABILITY
Ability to:
- Balance and organize multiple tasks to meet project deadlines.
- Translate complex technical and regulatory information into concise documentation and presentations for diverse audiences.
- Work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of three (3) years of experience as lead developer on one or more Salesforce implementations.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or 7+ years of developer experience.
SKILL
SQL Experience.
NOTES
This is a contract role with the possibility of conversion to full-time based on business needs and performance.
A hybrid work schedule (some work in the office and some work from home) is available for this position.
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
A hybrid work schedule (some work in the office and some work from home) is available for this position.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Application Developer's primary responsibilities will be to focus on ensuring the development of quality software using best practices architecture, coding practice and development processes on a day-to-day basis. This position will work with Business Analyst and functional users to determine functional requirements and provides customization, maintenance and updates as needed. Additionally, will also participate with cross-functional teams to establish and support the application development and test environments to meet client requirements.
As a Salesforce developer, will identify, design, and deploy technology and process solutions establishing key business capabilities and operational improvements for the client.
The person in this position will be responsible for:
- Creating, implementing, and maintaining applications associated with the client's mission on multiple platforms including but not limited to: Salesforce, MuleSoft, Microsoft SQL, Oracle.
- Performing deep dive analysis, and reverse engineering of existing code banks to apply fixes and develop changes to applications on the platforms mentioned above.
- Participating in project teams involved in the planning, design, development, and implementation of new applications.
- Ensuring existing interfaces and programs comply with changes in technology directives and/or client statutes, regulations, and rules, writing technical documentation on application specifications and maintaining effective working relationships to improve the systems of the client, developing and applying business knowledge in one or more functional areas.
Experience
Experience with:
- Collaborated with business stakeholders to implement client-critical solutions on the Salesforce Platform using Agile methodologies and source control to ensure best practices and versioning integrity.
- Ability to assess existing system and refactor and redesign in order to make a more optimal solution.
KNOWLEDGE
Knowledge of:
- Proficiency in the development of Salesforce Public Sector Solutions applications and Application Programming Interfaces (API).
- Advanced knowledge in the development of MuleSoft integrations.
- Relational database, such as Oracle, SQL Server.
SKILL
Skill in:
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within the Department, other governmental entities, private and public sectors, such as Salesforce.
- Salesforce development, configuration and administration.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
- Detail-oriented approach to complex analysis and customer-centric problem resolution.
- Strong customer service skills.
ABILITY
Ability to:
- Balance and organize multiple tasks to meet project deadlines.
- Translate complex technical and regulatory information into concise documentation and presentations for diverse audiences.
- Work effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders at all organizational levels.
- Synthesize feedback and adjust plans accordingly.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of three (3) years of experience as lead developer on one or more Salesforce implementations.
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or 7+ years of developer experience.
SKILL
SQL Experience.
NOTES
This is a contract role with the possibility of conversion to full-time based on business needs and performance.
A hybrid work schedule (some work in the office and some work from home) is available for this position.
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Salesforce Business Analyst
Lead with your Salesforce certifications
Salesforce Administrator or Business Analyst certifications signal job-ready skills employers value immediately. OPT students who hold at least one certification are easier to justify sponsoring because the qualification removes doubt about technical fit before interviews begin.
Target companies with active Salesforce practices
Consulting firms and enterprises with dedicated Salesforce implementation teams hire BAs regularly and have established H-1B sponsorship processes. Look for roles tied to specific Salesforce clouds like Sales, Service, or Health Cloud rather than generic analyst postings.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early
Degrees in information systems, computer science, or management information systems often qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirming this upfront with your DSO gives employers confidence you offer three full years of OPT work authorization, not just one.
Frame your experience around business outcomes, not just tools
Employers sponsoring OPT students need to justify the hire. Quantify your Salesforce work with outcomes like reduced ticket resolution time or improved pipeline visibility. That framing makes your visa sponsorship case much easier for a hiring manager to approve internally.
Ask about sponsorship directly but strategically
Raise sponsorship after you have demonstrated your value, typically after a strong first or second interview round. Asking too early can stall your application. Framing it as a future H-1B path rather than an immediate request tends to land better with hiring teams.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate filters Salesforce Business Analyst roles by employers with a history of H-1B sponsorship. Searching there saves significant time compared to manually screening postings where sponsorship willingness is never stated upfront in the job description.
Salesforce Business Analyst OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Salesforce Business Analyst role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you graduated with a STEM-designated degree such as information systems, computer science, or management information systems, you qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension regardless of your role title. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer.
How do I find Salesforce Business Analyst jobs that sponsor H-1B visas?
Most job postings don't state sponsorship availability upfront, which makes screening time-consuming. Migrate Mate surfaces Salesforce Business Analyst roles from employers with documented H-1B sponsorship histories, so you can focus your applications on companies already familiar with the process rather than discovering their policy during final-round interviews.
Can I work as a Salesforce Business Analyst on OPT without a Salesforce certification?
Yes, OPT authorization is tied to your degree field and graduation date, not your certifications. That said, employers sponsoring international candidates often want to minimize perceived risk. Holding a Salesforce Administrator or Business Analyst certification significantly strengthens your candidacy and makes the sponsorship conversation easier when it comes up.
What happens to my OPT if my Salesforce Business Analyst contract ends before my authorized period?
F-1 OPT allows a cumulative 90-day unemployment period. If your contract ends, that 90-day clock starts running. You can take on a new qualifying position in your field of study to pause it. Staying in roles directly related to your degree keeps you in status, so document how Salesforce BA work connects to your academic background.
Is Salesforce Business Analyst work considered directly related to a business or IT degree for OPT purposes?
USCIS and your DSO evaluate whether employment is directly related to your major field of study, not your job title specifically. Salesforce BA roles typically involve requirements gathering, data analysis, and systems configuration, work that aligns clearly with business administration, information systems, or computer science degrees. Keep documentation connecting your daily responsibilities to your degree program.