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Technology Lead roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA treaty's Computer Systems Analyst and Engineer categories, giving Canadian and Mexican professionals a cap-free, lottery-free path into U.S. tech leadership. Your degree field, job duties, and employer's filing readiness all determine how smoothly the process goes.
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IT Senior Systems Analyst – SAP Production Planning & Variant Configuration; Supply Chain, Manufacturing
The IT Senior Systems Analyst – SAP Production Planning & Variant Configuration (VC) is responsible for designing, delivering, and supporting IT solutions that align with CertainTeed’s business processes. Will leverage SAP best practices while tailoring solutions to meet specific business needs.
Will lead and support key IT initiatives, partner with business teams to optimize processes, and translate business requirements into effective system functionality.
Operating in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment, this individual will conduct process analysis, solution design, system configuration, and provide ongoing production support. Requires close collaboration with business users, internal IT teams, and external consultants to ensure successful delivery of technology solutions. Will also contribute to future S/4HANA implementation and upgrade initiatives.
Key Accountabilities
Governance:
- Collaborate with CTIT BPC team members, IT resources, and business stakeholders to evaluate and optimize business processes.
- Support process owners in defining value propositions, streamlining operations, and identifying automation opportunities.
- Contribute to the design of robust, scalable application solutions.
Ongoing Production Maintenance:
- Manage support tickets including incidents, change requests, and general inquiries.
- Document all resolutions in the helpdesk system.
- Provide guidance to users to ensure effective use of system functionality.
Change Management:
- Ensure system integrity across all application changes and enhancements.
- Perform necessary configuration changes in alignment with SOX, SOD, and related compliance policies.
- Lead end‑to‑end change management activities including development coordination, testing (unit, integration, non‑regression), user acceptance, documentation, training, and user enablement.
Project Team Member:
- Deliver or coordinate project deliverables including blueprints, functional and technical specifications, configuration, testing, training, cutover planning, and go‑live support.
- Maintain accurate documentation throughout all project phases.
- Support project managers as needed regarding budget, quality, and timeliness.
Project Manager / Team Lead (as needed):
- Manage small to medium‑scale projects.
- Oversee project resources and ensure delivery against scope, schedule, and quality expectations.
- Recommend and develop internal methodologies and procedures.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- Bachelor’s Degree in science, IT, finance, engineering, OR 10 years of relevant experience (required)
- Master’s Degree in IT, supply chain, or engineering with relevant experience (preferred)
- 8+ years of experience Supporting or implementing SAP Production Planning & Manufacturing solutions, including Variant Configuration (required)
- 5+ years of industry experience in manufacturing/production environments (required)
- Participation in at least 2 full‑scale SAP implementations (ECC or S/4HANA) Experience across blueprint, design, build, test, deploy, and support; includes team lead role in Production Planning (required)
- Exposure to latest IT digital trends familiarity with emerging technologies relevant to SAP and digital transformation (preferred)
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years.
Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings. A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada.
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
BENEFITS IN JOINING US
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Commuter Benefits
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Job Reference: USA13759
WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
IT Senior Systems Analyst – SAP Production Planning & Variant Configuration; Supply Chain, Manufacturing
The IT Senior Systems Analyst – SAP Production Planning & Variant Configuration (VC) is responsible for designing, delivering, and supporting IT solutions that align with CertainTeed’s business processes. Will leverage SAP best practices while tailoring solutions to meet specific business needs.
Will lead and support key IT initiatives, partner with business teams to optimize processes, and translate business requirements into effective system functionality.
Operating in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment, this individual will conduct process analysis, solution design, system configuration, and provide ongoing production support. Requires close collaboration with business users, internal IT teams, and external consultants to ensure successful delivery of technology solutions. Will also contribute to future S/4HANA implementation and upgrade initiatives.
Key Accountabilities
Governance:
- Collaborate with CTIT BPC team members, IT resources, and business stakeholders to evaluate and optimize business processes.
- Support process owners in defining value propositions, streamlining operations, and identifying automation opportunities.
- Contribute to the design of robust, scalable application solutions.
Ongoing Production Maintenance:
- Manage support tickets including incidents, change requests, and general inquiries.
- Document all resolutions in the helpdesk system.
- Provide guidance to users to ensure effective use of system functionality.
Change Management:
- Ensure system integrity across all application changes and enhancements.
- Perform necessary configuration changes in alignment with SOX, SOD, and related compliance policies.
- Lead end‑to‑end change management activities including development coordination, testing (unit, integration, non‑regression), user acceptance, documentation, training, and user enablement.
Project Team Member:
- Deliver or coordinate project deliverables including blueprints, functional and technical specifications, configuration, testing, training, cutover planning, and go‑live support.
- Maintain accurate documentation throughout all project phases.
- Support project managers as needed regarding budget, quality, and timeliness.
Project Manager / Team Lead (as needed):
- Manage small to medium‑scale projects.
- Oversee project resources and ensure delivery against scope, schedule, and quality expectations.
- Recommend and develop internal methodologies and procedures.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- Bachelor’s Degree in science, IT, finance, engineering, OR 10 years of relevant experience (required)
- Master’s Degree in IT, supply chain, or engineering with relevant experience (preferred)
- 8+ years of experience Supporting or implementing SAP Production Planning & Manufacturing solutions, including Variant Configuration (required)
- 5+ years of industry experience in manufacturing/production environments (required)
- Participation in at least 2 full‑scale SAP implementations (ECC or S/4HANA) Experience across blueprint, design, build, test, deploy, and support; includes team lead role in Production Planning (required)
- Exposure to latest IT digital trends familiarity with emerging technologies relevant to SAP and digital transformation (preferred)
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years.
Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings. A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada.
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.
BENEFITS IN JOINING US
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Commuter Benefits
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Job Reference: USA13759
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Technology Lead
Align your credentials to TN categories
Technology Lead roles are approved under Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer designations. Map your degree field and job duties to one of these categories before applying, since mismatched credentials are the most common TN visa denial trigger.
Target employers with recent visa filings
Many tech employers sponsor work visas like H-1B visa but have never processed a TN visa. Focus on employers with recent visa filings, as they understand work visa sponsorship requirements and may be open to sponsoring TN candidates for technology leadership roles. For Canadian applicants, these employers are more likely to prepare the required support letter and accept presentation at a U.S. port of entry. For Mexican applicants, they're better positioned to support the consulate application process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter TN-ready openings
Searching broadly for Technology Lead roles wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate surfaces jobs specifically matched to TN visa eligibility, so your outreach focuses on companies already prepared to file.
Prepare a duties letter before your offer
Draft a detailed job duties letter with your prospective employer before the offer is finalized. CBP officers adjudicate TN petitions at the port of entry, and a vague duties letter is the fastest path to a secondary inspection or denial.
Clarify the filing route with each employer early
Canadians can self-petition at the border; Mexican nationals require consular processing with an approved petition. Confirm which route your employer expects before negotiating a start date, since Mexican TN timelines are longer.
Negotiate employer-paid filing costs upfront
TN petitions carry no government filing fee for Canadian border applicants, but Mexican nationals need a DS-160 and consular fee. Clarify who covers these costs during the offer stage, not after you've signed an offer letter.
Technology Lead TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technology Lead role qualify for TN visa status?
Technology Lead roles typically qualify under the Computer Systems Analyst or Engineer TN categories, depending on your specific duties and degree. The key is that your job description must emphasize systems architecture, technical direction, or engineering work rather than general management. A role focused primarily on people management with minimal technical duties may not satisfy CBP's specialty occupation standard for TN classification.
How does TN visa sponsorship compare to H-1B for Technology Lead roles?
For Canadian professionals, TN sponsorship is faster and simpler than H-1B. There is no lottery, no cap, and Canadians can receive approval at the border the same day. H-1B requires employer sponsorship months in advance, a lottery selection, and USCIS processing. Mexican nationals face consular processing under TN but still avoid the H-1B lottery. For Technology Lead roles with clear technical duties, TN is almost always the faster path if you qualify.
Where can I find Technology Lead jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Most job postings don't specify TN visa sponsorship, which makes filtering extremely inefficient. Migrate Mate is built specifically for TN-eligible professionals, surfacing Technology Lead openings matched to your visa category. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to employers who have no TN filing experience and won't know how to move forward once you disclose your status.
Can I switch employers while on a TN visa in a Technology Lead role?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer and you cannot start with a new employer until a new TN petition is approved. Canadians can file at the border with a new employer's offer letter and duties documentation. Mexican nationals need to go through consular processing again. Plan your transition timeline carefully to avoid any gap in authorized work status.
What documents does my employer need to prepare for my TN sponsorship?
Your employer must provide a signed job offer letter that details your title, specific technical duties, the TN category being claimed, your salary, and the employment period. For Technology Lead roles, the duties section is critical. CBP officers look for explicit descriptions of systems analysis, engineering oversight, or technical architecture work. A generic leadership description without technical specifics routinely triggers requests for additional evidence or denials at the port of entry.