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Salesforce Engineer jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with a background in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field. Employers routinely sponsor H-1B visas for this role, and STEM OPT extension eligibility means you can work for up to three years without lottery pressure.
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Get Access To All JobsHiring: Salesforce Administrator
At Freightwise, LLC/ Engineering Department
Location: Nashville, TN
Hours: Fulltime, Monday through Friday, flexible hours
Hybrid: 3 days in office
Pay: Salary based on experience and performance
Who we are:
At FreightWise we combine agile tech development with deep industry expertise to provide transportation management services, and software for small and mid-sized shippers. Founded in 2015 and 7 years on the INC. 5000 list. FreightWise was voted one of the Best Places to Work by the Nashville Business Journal.
Job Summary:
FreightWise is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Salesforce Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our Salesforce platform. This role will support Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service by developing efficient workflows, automating business processes, improving data accuracy, and creating meaningful reports and dashboards.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong technical expertise who enjoys improving business processes and helping teams maximize technology.
What you will do:
- Manage daily Salesforce administration, including user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and security settings.
- Configure custom objects, fields, page layouts, validation rules, and record types to support business needs.
- Build and maintain automated workflows using Salesforce Flow and legacy workflow tools.
- Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytical tools for department leaders and executive management.
- Perform weekly data-cleaning activities, merge duplicate records, and maintain accurate customer information.
- Monitor and maintain integrations with external platforms, including HubSpot, Outlook, and billing software.
- Manage Salesforce updates, evaluate new features, and test system changes in sandbox environments.
- Collaborate with IT and Engineering on custom development and API integrations.
- Provide Salesforce user support, troubleshoot technical issues, and serve as the primary internal resource for platform questions.
- Conduct employee training and maintain system documentation and user guides.
- Partner with internal teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you will need:
- Strong technical knowledge of Salesforce administration, architecture, and platform configuration.
- Expert proficiency with Salesforce Flow and complex process automation.
- Thorough understanding of Salesforce security models, user permissions, and data-sharing rules.
- Experience integrating Salesforce with marketing automation platforms, ERP systems, and other business applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate across departments, gather requirements, and develop effective technical solutions.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 3 years of dedicated Salesforce Administrator experience.
- Salesforce Certified Administrator (ADM-201) certification required.
- Salesforce Advanced Administrator certification preferred.
- Proven experience configuring and optimizing customized Salesforce environments in high-growth B2B organizations.
- Experience in logistics, supply chain, or SaaS technology industries is a plus.
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Sufficient hand and finger dexterity for typing and computer navigation.
- Visual ability to review and analyze system layouts and data.
We provide:
- Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD
- Company paid Life insurance $50k
- 401(k), with match
- Paid Time Off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Hybrid work and flexible schedules
- Great work environment with opportunity for growth
E-Verify:
FreightWise participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.
Hiring: Salesforce Administrator
At Freightwise, LLC/ Engineering Department
Location: Nashville, TN
Hours: Fulltime, Monday through Friday, flexible hours
Hybrid: 3 days in office
Pay: Salary based on experience and performance
Who we are:
At FreightWise we combine agile tech development with deep industry expertise to provide transportation management services, and software for small and mid-sized shippers. Founded in 2015 and 7 years on the INC. 5000 list. FreightWise was voted one of the Best Places to Work by the Nashville Business Journal.
Job Summary:
FreightWise is seeking a knowledgeable and detail-oriented Salesforce Administrator to manage, maintain, and optimize our Salesforce platform. This role will support Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service by developing efficient workflows, automating business processes, improving data accuracy, and creating meaningful reports and dashboards.
The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with strong technical expertise who enjoys improving business processes and helping teams maximize technology.
What you will do:
- Manage daily Salesforce administration, including user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and security settings.
- Configure custom objects, fields, page layouts, validation rules, and record types to support business needs.
- Build and maintain automated workflows using Salesforce Flow and legacy workflow tools.
- Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and analytical tools for department leaders and executive management.
- Perform weekly data-cleaning activities, merge duplicate records, and maintain accurate customer information.
- Monitor and maintain integrations with external platforms, including HubSpot, Outlook, and billing software.
- Manage Salesforce updates, evaluate new features, and test system changes in sandbox environments.
- Collaborate with IT and Engineering on custom development and API integrations.
- Provide Salesforce user support, troubleshoot technical issues, and serve as the primary internal resource for platform questions.
- Conduct employee training and maintain system documentation and user guides.
- Partner with internal teams to identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
What you will need:
- Strong technical knowledge of Salesforce administration, architecture, and platform configuration.
- Expert proficiency with Salesforce Flow and complex process automation.
- Thorough understanding of Salesforce security models, user permissions, and data-sharing rules.
- Experience integrating Salesforce with marketing automation platforms, ERP systems, and other business applications.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to collaborate across departments, gather requirements, and develop effective technical solutions.
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 3 years of dedicated Salesforce Administrator experience.
- Salesforce Certified Administrator (ADM-201) certification required.
- Salesforce Advanced Administrator certification preferred.
- Proven experience configuring and optimizing customized Salesforce environments in high-growth B2B organizations.
- Experience in logistics, supply chain, or SaaS technology industries is a plus.
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
- Sufficient hand and finger dexterity for typing and computer navigation.
- Visual ability to review and analyze system layouts and data.
We provide:
- Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD
- Company paid Life insurance $50k
- 401(k), with match
- Paid Time Off
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Hybrid work and flexible schedules
- Great work environment with opportunity for growth
E-Verify:
FreightWise participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to www.uscis.gov and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Salesforce Engineer
Target Salesforce consulting firms first
Consulting firms like Accenture, Deloitte, and Cognizant hire Salesforce Engineers in high volume and have established immigration pipelines. They process far more OPT and H-1B cases annually than most product companies, making sponsorship conversations more routine.
Earn a Salesforce certification before applying
Holding a Salesforce Certified Administrator or Platform Developer credential signals job-ready skills to hiring managers. Certified candidates move through technical screens faster and are seen as lower hiring risk, which matters when an employer is weighing sponsorship costs.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Salesforce Engineer roles typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in computer science, information systems, or a related CIP-code field. Verify your program's CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer.
Address sponsorship early, not after the offer
Raise your OPT status in the first or second interview round rather than at the offer stage. Employers appreciate transparency, and it filters out companies that won't sponsor before you invest time in a lengthy process.
Highlight Apex, Lightning, and integration experience specifically
Salesforce Engineers who can demonstrate hands-on experience with Apex code, Lightning Web Components, and REST or SOAP API integrations are harder to replace. Specialized technical depth strengthens your case for sponsorship because the role becomes more difficult to fill locally.
Use Migrate Mate to find OPT-friendly employers
Migrate Mate surfaces Salesforce Engineer roles at companies with a verified track record of sponsoring international candidates. Filtering by sponsorship history saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late that a company won't sponsor.
Salesforce Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Salesforce Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in most cases. Salesforce Engineer positions are typically classified under software development or information systems occupations, which qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The key requirement is that your underlying degree falls under an approved STEM CIP code. Confirm this with your DSO before your initial 12-month OPT expires, since the extension application must be filed while your current OPT is still valid.
Which types of employers are most likely to sponsor Salesforce Engineers on OPT?
Large Salesforce consulting partners and enterprise technology firms sponsor the most Salesforce Engineers. Companies that have built entire practice areas around Salesforce implementation depend on a pipeline of qualified engineers and sponsor OPT and H-1B candidates regularly. Smaller companies can also sponsor, but their immigration infrastructure is less established. Browse Migrate Mate to find employers with a documented history of sponsoring candidates in this role.
Does Salesforce Engineer work qualify for a STEM OPT employer training plan?
Yes. The role involves applying STEM knowledge directly to software engineering tasks, which satisfies the practical training requirement. Your employer will need to complete a Form I-983 training plan outlining learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the work relates to your degree. Most technology employers are familiar with this requirement, but it is worth confirming during the offer negotiation phase.
Can I work as a Salesforce Engineer through a staffing agency or consulting firm on OPT?
Yes, but with an important caveat. Under STEM OPT rules, you must have a bona fide employer-employee relationship with the company that signs your I-983 training plan. If you are placed by a staffing agency at a third-party client site, the end client must act as your employer of record for OPT purposes. Arrangements where the staffing agency signs the I-983 but exercises no actual oversight over your daily work have faced increased USCIS scrutiny.
How much lead time do I need to apply for the STEM OPT extension as a Salesforce Engineer?
File at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date. USCIS recommends submitting even earlier given current processing volumes. Your school's DSO needs time to issue a new Form I-20 before you can file, so start that process 30 to 45 days before you plan to submit. If your extension application is filed on time and pending, you receive an automatic 180-day cap-gap period to remain authorized.