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Salesforce Administrator roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information systems, or a related STEM field. The 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months of work authorization, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and signs your I-983 training plan.
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INTRODUCTION
Samba is a media intelligence company. We know what the world is watching, reading, and thinking about — in real time, at scale, across every screen. Our data exists with the consent of over a billion people, organized into the most complete picture of consumer attention ever built. The biggest brands in the world use that picture to make smarter decisions. We think it’s the most interesting data asset on the planet, because it’s the most culturally relevant.
This Salesforce Administrator position is responsible for maintaining and expanding Samba TV’s Salesforce instance. Candidates will be responsible for scoping and solving internal operational deficiencies by implementing SFDC solutions across our Global go-to-market teams. Communication and documentation are vital in succeeding in this role, as it is an internal-facing position that interacts with people at all levels and across all functions.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Go-to-Market Leaders to understand the needs of the business and devise Salesforce solutions to ease the operations of Sales and Customer Support Teams
- Keep up to date with new SFDC features and releases to use all tools at our disposal and optimize builds
- Work on more complex system customizations and special projects as identified by management
- Resolving tickets and troubleshooting issues
- Providing responsive support to maintain user satisfaction
- Managing critical user lifecycle processes, including onboarding/offboarding and team structure changes
- Managing roles, profiles, permissions, and public groups
- Implementing changes such as Flows, fields, dashboards, and page layouts
- Testing and deploying updates to improve functionality
- Developing training materials and rolling out new processes
- Conducting sessions to improve platform adoption
- Performing data loads and ensuring data accuracy and reliability
- Supporting larger Salesforce projects, such as integrations and automation
- Enhancing platform capabilities by refining processes and supporting new initiatives
- Managing internal/external Salesforce resources
Requirements
- Experience as primary Salesforce Administrator
- Salesforce administration certifications and experience, including Sales Cloud
- Expertise with Salesforce configuration changes (e.g., Flows, dashboards)
- Knowledge and curiosity about the Advertising, Media, Data and Measurement landscape much preferred but not required
- Ability to partner with Go-to-Market, Finance and Executive Leadership
- Experience with Claude AI, including building custom skills, using Claude Cowork as an efficiency tool, and leveraging it as a Go-to-Market resource
- Willingness to accommodate internal stakeholders that work across multiple time zones
- Experience with Salesforce Forecasting module
- Bachelor's Degree
- Experience with Google Workspace, JIRA, Slack
Tech Stack Nice To Have's
- People.AI
- HubSpot
- Slack Salesforce Integration
- Mulesoft
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000 a year
Samba TV expects to offer a base salary between $120,000 - $130,000 per year for roles to be performed in New York or California; actual base salary offered will depend on various factors, including but not limited to, location, experience, and performance. Base salary is just one component of Samba TV’s total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, short-term incentives, and long-term incentives. In addition, Samba provides health insurance, wellness offerings, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO), and other employee benefits.
Samba is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We strive to empower connection with one another, reflect the communities we serve, and tackle meaningful projects that make a real impact.
Samba may collect personal information directly from you, as a job applicant, Samba may also receive personal information from third parties, for example, in connection with a background, employment or reference check, in accordance with the applicable law. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer Science (11.0701) and Management Information Systems (52.1201) both qualify, but some business-adjacent degrees don't. Confirm with your DSO before targeting roles.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
Your STEM OPT employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension begins. Search Migrate Mate to surface Salesforce Administrator roles at companies already flagged as E-Verify participants, so you're not discovering the gap after an offer.
Target Salesforce ISV partners and consulting firms
Independent software vendors and Salesforce implementation partners hire administrators at scale and process I-983 training plans routinely. These employers understand structured learning objectives, which makes the training plan negotiation faster and less likely to stall your start date.
Draft your I-983 training plan before the offer stage
Employers unfamiliar with STEM OPT often delay signing the I-983 because they don't know what goes in it. Prepare a draft that maps your Salesforce Administrator duties to specific STEM learning goals before you receive an offer, so you can hand it to HR immediately.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to anchor salary conversations
STEM OPT doesn't require prevailing wage compliance the way H-1B visa does, but employers sometimes underpay OPT workers. Pull the Salesforce Administrator wage level from the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before negotiating, so you're negotiating from a documented baseline.
Time your extension filing to cover your cap-gap window
If you're also pursuing H-1B sponsorship, your STEM OPT extension must be filed and your status maintained through October 1 to benefit from cap-gap protection. Work with your DSO to confirm your extension application is submitted at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Salesforce Administrator role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. The role itself falls under computer and information systems occupations, but your extension eligibility is determined by whether your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or Information Technology typically qualify. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my Salesforce Administrator employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension begins. This is a hard requirement under USCIS rules, not a preference. If your employer isn't enrolled at the time your extension starts, you're not authorized to work. Ask HR to provide their E-Verify Company ID or confirmation of enrollment before you finalize your start date.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Salesforce Administrator position?
The I-983 requires a description of how your Salesforce Administrator duties connect to your STEM degree's learning outcomes. For this role, that typically means mapping Salesforce configuration, data management, and systems integration work to competencies like database administration, information systems design, or software application management. Your employer signs the form and your DSO authorizes it. USCIS can audit the plan, so the connection to your degree must be substantive, not generic.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm on STEM OPT and my employer files an H-1B petition?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30. Your STEM OPT extension must still be valid when the H-1B petition is filed. A gap in your OPT status before the petition is filed breaks cap-gap eligibility entirely, so maintaining continuous valid status matters.
Where can I find Salesforce Administrator jobs at E-Verify enrolled employers?
Migrate Mate surfaces Salesforce Administrator roles filtered for employers who meet STEM OPT requirements, including E-Verify enrollment. Searching there lets you focus your applications on positions where the authorization infrastructure is already in place, rather than discovering E-Verify gaps after you've gone through multiple interview rounds with a company.