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SAP Project Manager roles sit squarely in the specialty occupation category, making them strong candidates for H-1B visa sponsorship. OPT students with SAP implementation experience, PMP credentials, or ACTIVATE methodology training are competitive. STEM OPT extensions may apply if your degree is in information systems, computer science, or a related technical field.
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Requisition ID
94841
Department
Tech Data AI Ventures
Job Function
Tech Data AI Ventures
Location
New York, New York, United States
Role Location Designation
Hybrid - 3 days per week
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
We are looking for a motivated Technology Analyst to join the HR Technology and Employee Experience portfolio. In this role, you will partner with business stakeholders, product teams, developers, and cross-functional technology teams to analyze business needs and support the delivery of technology solutions across HR platforms.
You will support solutions involving SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC), Employee Central Payroll (ECP), SAP Cloud Integration (CPI), reporting and analytics, SaaS solutions, automation, and emerging capabilities such as SAP Joule and Generative AI. This role provides an opportunity to develop a strong understanding of HR technology, business processes, data, integrations, and enterprise technology delivery.
What You’ll Do:
- Partner with HR, business, product, and technology teams to understand business processes, requirements, challenges, and desired outcomes.
- Gather, analyze, document, and translate business requirements into clear functional and technical requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
- Support the planning and execution of HR Technology roadmap initiatives, helping evaluate business needs, define capabilities, identify dependencies, and coordinate delivery across multiple workstreams.
- Support HR technology and SaaS solutions across SAP SuccessFactors EC, ECP, CPI and other enterprise platforms.
- Analyze business processes, HR data, system interfaces, integrations, APIs, and data flows to identify requirements, dependencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Assist with SaaS product evaluations and proof-of-concepts (POCs) by documenting use cases, requirements, integration considerations, security dependencies, and expected business outcomes.
- Work closely with developers and engineers to clarify requirements and ensure solutions align with business needs and architectural guidelines.
- Support reporting, dashboards, analytics, and data-driven solutions that provide actionable HR and employee insights.
- Participate in system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), regression testing, defect tracking, and validation of delivered solutions.
- Create and maintain process flows, requirements documentation, data mappings, test cases, release documentation, and support procedures.
- Support SAP Joule, Generative AI, automation, and other AI-enabled capabilities designed to improve HR processes and employee experiences.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, backlog refinement, sprint planning, release activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Bring
You will bring strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, along with an interest in understanding how technology can solve business problems. You will be comfortable working across business and technical teams, analyzing processes and data, documenting requirements, and supporting solutions throughout the delivery lifecycle.
You will have a strong desire to learn new HR technologies and emerging capabilities while managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality results in a collaborative environment.
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, Business Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 1–4 years of professional experience in technology analysis, business systems analysis, HR technology, data analysis, software delivery, or a related field.
- Foundational understanding of business and systems analysis, requirements gathering, data analysis, integrations, APIs, databases, and cloud technologies.
- Exposure to or interest in SAP SuccessFactors, including Employee Central (EC), Employee Central Payroll (ECP), SAP Cloud Integration (CPI), and related HR technologies.
- Ability to gather and document business requirements, functional requirements, user stories, process flows, and acceptance criteria.
- Basic understanding of data flows, data validation, data quality, and system integration concepts.
- Experience or familiarity with testing methodologies, test cases, defect management, SIT, and UAT.
- Basic understanding of reporting and analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar technologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with business stakeholders, product teams, developers, engineers, and other cross-functional teams.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with SAP SuccessFactors EC/ECP, SAP CPI, APIs, web services, or enterprise integration concepts.
- Understanding of HR and payroll processes and data.
- Familiarity with SQL and the ability to perform basic data analysis and validation.
- Understanding of REST APIs and system-to-system integrations.
- Exposure to SAP Joule, Generative AI, AI agents, or other emerging AI technologies.
- Exposure to low-code/no-code platforms, such as Microsoft Power Platform, SAP Build, or similar technologies.
- Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Agile/Scrum, or similar delivery and collaboration tools.
- Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).
- Familiarity with data privacy, security, controls, and governance, particularly within HR technology environments.
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $100,000-$143,000
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities.
Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners.
Job Requisition ID: 94841
Job Description
Requisition ID
94841
Department
Tech Data AI Ventures
Job Function
Tech Data AI Ventures
Location
New York, New York, United States
Role Location Designation
Hybrid - 3 days per week
Location Designation: Hybrid - 3 days per week
We are looking for a motivated Technology Analyst to join the HR Technology and Employee Experience portfolio. In this role, you will partner with business stakeholders, product teams, developers, and cross-functional technology teams to analyze business needs and support the delivery of technology solutions across HR platforms.
You will support solutions involving SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central (EC), Employee Central Payroll (ECP), SAP Cloud Integration (CPI), reporting and analytics, SaaS solutions, automation, and emerging capabilities such as SAP Joule and Generative AI. This role provides an opportunity to develop a strong understanding of HR technology, business processes, data, integrations, and enterprise technology delivery.
What You’ll Do:
- Partner with HR, business, product, and technology teams to understand business processes, requirements, challenges, and desired outcomes.
- Gather, analyze, document, and translate business requirements into clear functional and technical requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
- Support the planning and execution of HR Technology roadmap initiatives, helping evaluate business needs, define capabilities, identify dependencies, and coordinate delivery across multiple workstreams.
- Support HR technology and SaaS solutions across SAP SuccessFactors EC, ECP, CPI and other enterprise platforms.
- Analyze business processes, HR data, system interfaces, integrations, APIs, and data flows to identify requirements, dependencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement.
- Assist with SaaS product evaluations and proof-of-concepts (POCs) by documenting use cases, requirements, integration considerations, security dependencies, and expected business outcomes.
- Work closely with developers and engineers to clarify requirements and ensure solutions align with business needs and architectural guidelines.
- Support reporting, dashboards, analytics, and data-driven solutions that provide actionable HR and employee insights.
- Participate in system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), regression testing, defect tracking, and validation of delivered solutions.
- Create and maintain process flows, requirements documentation, data mappings, test cases, release documentation, and support procedures.
- Support SAP Joule, Generative AI, automation, and other AI-enabled capabilities designed to improve HR processes and employee experiences.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies, backlog refinement, sprint planning, release activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You’ll Bring
You will bring strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills, along with an interest in understanding how technology can solve business problems. You will be comfortable working across business and technical teams, analyzing processes and data, documenting requirements, and supporting solutions throughout the delivery lifecycle.
You will have a strong desire to learn new HR technologies and emerging capabilities while managing multiple priorities and delivering high-quality results in a collaborative environment.
Required Skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, Engineering, Business Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 1–4 years of professional experience in technology analysis, business systems analysis, HR technology, data analysis, software delivery, or a related field.
- Foundational understanding of business and systems analysis, requirements gathering, data analysis, integrations, APIs, databases, and cloud technologies.
- Exposure to or interest in SAP SuccessFactors, including Employee Central (EC), Employee Central Payroll (ECP), SAP Cloud Integration (CPI), and related HR technologies.
- Ability to gather and document business requirements, functional requirements, user stories, process flows, and acceptance criteria.
- Basic understanding of data flows, data validation, data quality, and system integration concepts.
- Experience or familiarity with testing methodologies, test cases, defect management, SIT, and UAT.
- Basic understanding of reporting and analytics tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or similar technologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with business stakeholders, product teams, developers, engineers, and other cross-functional teams.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with SAP SuccessFactors EC/ECP, SAP CPI, APIs, web services, or enterprise integration concepts.
- Understanding of HR and payroll processes and data.
- Familiarity with SQL and the ability to perform basic data analysis and validation.
- Understanding of REST APIs and system-to-system integrations.
- Exposure to SAP Joule, Generative AI, AI agents, or other emerging AI technologies.
- Exposure to low-code/no-code platforms, such as Microsoft Power Platform, SAP Build, or similar technologies.
- Familiarity with Jira, Confluence, Agile/Scrum, or similar delivery and collaboration tools.
- Exposure to cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP).
- Familiarity with data privacy, security, controls, and governance, particularly within HR technology environments.
Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $100,000-$143,000
Overtime eligible: Exempt
Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes
Sales bonus eligible: No
Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program.
Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact.
Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress.
As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it.
Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities.
Recognized as one of Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We're proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners.
Job Requisition ID: 94841
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a SAP Project Manager
Lead with SAP module depth, not just project management
Employers sponsoring SAP PMs want specialists, not generalists. Specify which modules you've worked in, S/4HANA, SAP FICO, SAP HCM, SAP SCM. Module expertise is what separates sponsorable candidates from those who get screened out early.
Target system integrators with active SAP practices
Consulting firms like Deloitte, Accenture, IBM, and Capgemini run large SAP practices and have established immigration infrastructure. They sponsor PMs regularly and understand OPT timelines, making them far more receptive than smaller boutique firms.
Get your PMP or SAP certification before you apply
Certifications strengthen the specialty occupation argument USCIS requires for H-1B visa sponsorship. A PMP or SAP Certified Application Associate credential signals role-specific expertise and gives employers more confidence sponsoring you through the visa process.
Frame your OPT timeline clearly in outreach
Sponsors need to plan H-1B filings around April lottery deadlines. When reaching out, state your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility upfront. Employers who understand the timeline are far more likely to move forward than those surprised later.
Quantify implementation outcomes on your resume
Generic SAP experience won't stand out. Quantify project scope, team size, budget managed, and go-live results. 'Led S/4HANA rollout across 12 sites, on time and 8% under budget' gives hiring managers a concrete reason to sponsor you.
Understand whether STEM OPT applies to your situation
SAP PM roles don't automatically qualify for STEM OPT extension. Your underlying degree field determines eligibility, not the job title. If your degree is in information systems, MIS, or computer science, you likely qualify for 24 additional months of work authorization.
SAP Project Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do SAP Project Manager roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship?
SAP Project Manager positions generally qualify as specialty occupations because they typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as information systems, computer science, or business administration. The SAP-specific technical knowledge involved strengthens the specialty occupation argument. That said, USCIS evaluates each petition individually, so job description language matters. A well-drafted job description that ties degree requirements to SAP methodology is essential.
Can I find SAP Project Manager roles that sponsor OPT students on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job seekers, so you can browse SAP Project Manager openings filtered by employers who have a history of sponsoring work visas. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process. The platform surfaces roles where visa sponsorship is a realistic option, not an afterthought.
Does my SAP Project Manager job qualify me for a STEM OPT extension?
The STEM OPT extension is determined by your degree's CIP code, not your job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in information systems, management information systems, computer science, or another STEM-designated field, you can apply for a 24-month extension. The job itself must also be related to your degree field, which SAP PM roles in technology or systems typically satisfy without issue.
What should I look for in an employer before accepting an SAP Project Manager offer on OPT?
Prioritize employers who have filed H-1B petitions in prior years, this indicates an existing immigration infrastructure and familiarity with the process. Large system integrators and enterprise technology firms are generally better positioned to sponsor than small consultancies. Ask directly whether the company has a relationship with an immigration attorney, and confirm they'll file your H-1B before your OPT authorization expires.
How early should I start the H-1B sponsorship conversation as an OPT SAP Project Manager?
Start the conversation at offer stage, not after you've accepted. H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed in April for an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you're not eligible for a cap-gap extension, timing becomes critical. Employers need several months to prepare the petition, so raising the topic early, ideally during negotiations, avoids last-minute complications for both sides.