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Senior Application Analyst roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree aligns with the position's technical requirements. The 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to gain hands-on systems analysis experience, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and signs your I-983 training plan.
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At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Application Analyst is responsible for the analysis, building, testing and implementing of information systems and solutions. The Senior Application Analyst is accountable for providing knowledge and skills in assigned software applications and various system environments. The Senior Application Analyst is responsible for developing and following project schedules, plans, reviews and timelines. The Senior Application Analyst is responsible for functioning as a technical resource and to provide knowledge in system installations, building, testing, customization and production support of complex information systems. The Senior Application Analyst participates in project teams, coordinates work assignments and performs complex problem resolution as identified. The Senior Application Analyst designs training plans, conducts and evaluates training sessions for end-users and Information Systems staff. The Senior Application Analyst may lead or support the Project Management activities required to deliver business-oriented, valuable and relevant solutions. The Senior Application Analyst reports directly to the Manager, and works under the guidance of the Lead Application Analyst. The Senior Application Analyst applies technical skills, in line with MH’s values and goals, to assure the efficient, effective and consistent delivery of high quality services. The Senior Application Analyst is responsible for demonstrating a commitment to the values of the corporation through active participation in Partners in Caring, Customer Service and Continuous Quality Improvement programs. The Senior Application Analyst serves as a technical resource responsible for supporting, implementing, and optimizing enterprise applications that drive critical business operations. This role partners with leaders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to manage multiple projects, troubleshoot complex application issues, coordinate system enhancements, conduct end-user training, and ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate has experience supporting HR or ERP-related applications, excels in a fast-paced environment, and possesses strong communication, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines.
DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting enterprise applications, preferably HRIS, workforce management, scheduling, timekeeping, or ERP systems
- Strong troubleshooting, application support, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
- Experience working with business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams
- Ability to deliver user training and support system implementations and enhancements
- SQL knowledge and healthcare application experience preferred
- Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associates degree and two (2) years experience or four (4) years experience in lieu of degree
Licenses/Certifications: (None)
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a large, corporate systems development and implementation activities in a wide variety of Healthcare Management Information Systems (MIS) technical experience in system analysis, design, building, testing and implementation preferred
- Experience in supporting complex problems
- Experience assisting other analysts
- Demonstrates pattern of growth in ability to lead others
- Planning and organizational skills
- Demonstrated record of good communication skills
- Industry training and increasingly responsible experience with knowledge and skills in a large, complex corporate Information System
- Strong knowledge application support, development tools and methodologies
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Technical Administration
- Responsible for providing technical knowledge in the support of software applications and various system environments.
- Performs the analysis, design, building, testing, and implementing of computer programs and systems.
- Demonstrates and applies information systems theory, processes and methodologies.
- Reason: To effectively provide the technical skills required to successfully support system programs and applications that meet the technical requirements defined by MH.
- Applies appropriate theories and procedures that meet the business objectives of the company.
Planning & Coordinating
- Develops, prioritizes and executes projects according to established schedules and timeframes.
- Maintains an effective level of coordination on all assigned projects.
- Documents and reports on all plans, priorities and schedules.
- Informs Manager on status of all projects and assignments in the form of weekly activity reports.
- Reason: To ensure an effective method of planning and coordinating project management, as well as ensure that projects are completed according to set schedules, and reported to management on a regular basis.
Systems Development
- Translates user systems needs into alternative technical solutions. Performs project reviews and process walkthroughs incorporating technical and business solutions that will enhance user productivity and department service levels.
- Reason: To provide the technical skills required to successfully design, develop, deploy and maintain the technologies needed to satisfy user and applications strategies at a minimum cost and with maximum effectiveness.
Technical Standards
- Acts as an advocate for setting and enforcing technical development, application support and information management standards within and outside of the information systems department.
- Reason: To ensure that standards are established and followed consistently for the benefit of the company.
Application Support
- Demonstrates in-depth knowledge and techniques in supporting Application Analysts and Senior Application Analysts in development projects and complex problem solving efforts.
- Participates in after-hours technical support by rotating call schedule on a regular basis.
- Reason: To provide resolution methods and alternatives to problems that can jeopardize the processes and workflow of MH’s systems. To provide technical solutions to critical issues.
Training
- Prepares and conducts training sessions for staff.
- Reason: To ensure staff is trained and knowledgeable in the use of computer programs and systems.
Customer Service
- Provides effective Customer Service by being courteous, polite and friendly toward others at all times.
- Acknowledges customers immediately in order to determine need and help the customer resolve issue or request.
- Reason: Consistently display behavior that enhances the image of organization as evidenced by professional and courteous behavior toward all customers.
OTHER
- Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by Manager or Team Lead.
- Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
- Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
- Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
- Other duties as assigned.
INTRODUCTION
At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.
JOB SUMMARY
The Senior Application Analyst is responsible for the analysis, building, testing and implementing of information systems and solutions. The Senior Application Analyst is accountable for providing knowledge and skills in assigned software applications and various system environments. The Senior Application Analyst is responsible for developing and following project schedules, plans, reviews and timelines. The Senior Application Analyst is responsible for functioning as a technical resource and to provide knowledge in system installations, building, testing, customization and production support of complex information systems. The Senior Application Analyst participates in project teams, coordinates work assignments and performs complex problem resolution as identified. The Senior Application Analyst designs training plans, conducts and evaluates training sessions for end-users and Information Systems staff. The Senior Application Analyst may lead or support the Project Management activities required to deliver business-oriented, valuable and relevant solutions. The Senior Application Analyst reports directly to the Manager, and works under the guidance of the Lead Application Analyst. The Senior Application Analyst applies technical skills, in line with MH’s values and goals, to assure the efficient, effective and consistent delivery of high quality services. The Senior Application Analyst is responsible for demonstrating a commitment to the values of the corporation through active participation in Partners in Caring, Customer Service and Continuous Quality Improvement programs. The Senior Application Analyst serves as a technical resource responsible for supporting, implementing, and optimizing enterprise applications that drive critical business operations. This role partners with leaders, vendors, and cross-functional teams to manage multiple projects, troubleshoot complex application issues, coordinate system enhancements, conduct end-user training, and ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate has experience supporting HR or ERP-related applications, excels in a fast-paced environment, and possesses strong communication, organizational, and project management skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and deadlines.
DESIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting enterprise applications, preferably HRIS, workforce management, scheduling, timekeeping, or ERP systems
- Strong troubleshooting, application support, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
- Experience working with business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams
- Ability to deliver user training and support system implementations and enhancements
- SQL knowledge and healthcare application experience preferred
- Proven ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with others
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associates degree and two (2) years experience or four (4) years experience in lieu of degree
Licenses/Certifications: (None)
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience in a large, corporate systems development and implementation activities in a wide variety of Healthcare Management Information Systems (MIS) technical experience in system analysis, design, building, testing and implementation preferred
- Experience in supporting complex problems
- Experience assisting other analysts
- Demonstrates pattern of growth in ability to lead others
- Planning and organizational skills
- Demonstrated record of good communication skills
- Industry training and increasingly responsible experience with knowledge and skills in a large, complex corporate Information System
- Strong knowledge application support, development tools and methodologies
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Technical Administration
- Responsible for providing technical knowledge in the support of software applications and various system environments.
- Performs the analysis, design, building, testing, and implementing of computer programs and systems.
- Demonstrates and applies information systems theory, processes and methodologies.
- Reason: To effectively provide the technical skills required to successfully support system programs and applications that meet the technical requirements defined by MH.
- Applies appropriate theories and procedures that meet the business objectives of the company.
Planning & Coordinating
- Develops, prioritizes and executes projects according to established schedules and timeframes.
- Maintains an effective level of coordination on all assigned projects.
- Documents and reports on all plans, priorities and schedules.
- Informs Manager on status of all projects and assignments in the form of weekly activity reports.
- Reason: To ensure an effective method of planning and coordinating project management, as well as ensure that projects are completed according to set schedules, and reported to management on a regular basis.
Systems Development
- Translates user systems needs into alternative technical solutions. Performs project reviews and process walkthroughs incorporating technical and business solutions that will enhance user productivity and department service levels.
- Reason: To provide the technical skills required to successfully design, develop, deploy and maintain the technologies needed to satisfy user and applications strategies at a minimum cost and with maximum effectiveness.
Technical Standards
- Acts as an advocate for setting and enforcing technical development, application support and information management standards within and outside of the information systems department.
- Reason: To ensure that standards are established and followed consistently for the benefit of the company.
Application Support
- Demonstrates in-depth knowledge and techniques in supporting Application Analysts and Senior Application Analysts in development projects and complex problem solving efforts.
- Participates in after-hours technical support by rotating call schedule on a regular basis.
- Reason: To provide resolution methods and alternatives to problems that can jeopardize the processes and workflow of MH’s systems. To provide technical solutions to critical issues.
Training
- Prepares and conducts training sessions for staff.
- Reason: To ensure staff is trained and knowledgeable in the use of computer programs and systems.
Customer Service
- Provides effective Customer Service by being courteous, polite and friendly toward others at all times.
- Acknowledges customers immediately in order to determine need and help the customer resolve issue or request.
- Reason: Consistently display behavior that enhances the image of organization as evidenced by professional and courteous behavior toward all customers.
OTHER
- Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by Manager or Team Lead.
- Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
- Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
- Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
- Other duties as assigned.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Application Analyst
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a STEM-designated field recognized by ICE. Application analysis roles typically require computer science, information systems, or engineering degrees, so a mismatched CIP code can disqualify your extension before it starts.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID during the offer stage, not after signing. Employers must be actively enrolled in E-Verify to sponsor STEM OPT, and enrollment status can lapse, so verify it directly with the hiring team.
Build your I-983 training plan around systems deliverables
Frame your I-983 learning objectives around specific application analyst outputs: requirements documentation, system integration testing, and escalation workflows. Generic training plans draw DSO scrutiny, so tie each objective to a measurable project milestone your employer can supervise and sign off on.
Target employers with active LCA filings for analyst roles
Search Migrate Mate to find employers whose DOL Labor Condition Application history shows active filings for application analyst and systems analyst positions. This tells you which companies already understand technical visa sponsorship workflows, not just which ones claim to sponsor.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark before negotiating
Look up the prevailing wage for Senior Application Analyst under SOC code 15-1211 in your metro area using OFLC Wage Search. Your offer must meet or exceed the applicable wage level, so knowing the floor before negotiations prevents compliance problems that could delay your I-983 approval.
Time your extension request to your OPT end date
File your STEM OPT extension with USCIS at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Late filings create an authorization gap that stops you from working, and Senior Application Analyst roles in enterprise environments often require continuous employment to maintain project access and security clearances.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Application Analyst role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, or software engineering and the role's core duties involve technical systems work. The position typically falls under SOC code 15-1211, which USCIS and ICE recognize for STEM OPT eligibility. Confirm your specific degree's CIP code with your DSO before filing the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before you begin working under the STEM OPT extension. Enrollment at the time of hiring is not enough if it has since lapsed. Ask your HR contact to confirm the company's active E-Verify employer ID and verify it directly with E-Verify if needed. A lapsed enrollment invalidates your extension authorization.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for this role?
Your I-983 must describe the practical training you'll receive as a Senior Application Analyst, including specific learning objectives tied to systems analysis tasks, the supervision structure, and how the work relates to your STEM degree. Vague descriptions citing only job titles get flagged by DSOs. Include concrete deliverables such as requirements documentation, integration testing cycles, or platform migration projects.
How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm waiting on H-1B selection?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your OPT or STEM OPT expires, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Senior Application Analyst during this period without interruption. USCIS issues updated I-20 documentation reflecting the cap-gap extension, which your employer uses to confirm your continued authorization.
Where can I find Senior Application Analyst jobs that sponsor STEM OPT?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Senior Application Analyst positions at employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active DOL Labor Condition Application filing history. Filtering by employers who already file LCAs for analyst roles significantly narrows your list to companies that understand and actively manage technical visa sponsorship, saving time during your OPT authorization window.