Top 10 Companies Hiring Data Engineers on OPT
The top 10 companies hiring Data Engineers on OPT include Amazon.com, Capital One, and Apple, spanning technology and software, retail, science and research, electronics and hardware, and holding companies across the United States. Migrate Mate is tracking 403 live OPT Data Engineer jobs across these employers as of August 25, 2026, updated daily. F-1 students on OPT can work for any of these employers in a role related to their field of study without any filing requirement on the employer's part.
Which companies hire the most Data Engineers on OPT?
Ranked by live OPT openings on Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Amazon.com
TechnologyCloudData EngineeringAmazon.com has 170 live OPT openings for data engineers, the most of any company on this list. Amazon operates e-commerce, cloud computing, and logistics services globally.
Open roles by team
- Project & Program Management164
- Data Science & Analytics125
- Engineering (Non-Software)118
- Technical Program Management53
- Electrical Engineering52
+324 roles across other teams
Open roles at Amazon.com170 openSee all 170+ Amazon.com OPT jobsApplyData Center ManagerCovington, Georgia · On-siteApplyData Center Controls EngineerHerndon, Virginia · On-siteApplyData Center Program ManagerSeattle, Washington · On-siteApplyData Center Chief EngineerJeffersonville, Ohio · On-siteApplyData Center Operations TechnicianUmatilla, Oregon · On-site - 02
Capital One
FinanceTechnologyData EngineeringCapital One has 68 live OPT openings for data engineers. Capital One is a financial services company offering banking, credit cards, and digital products.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics176
- AI & Machine Learning30
- Business Analysis20
- Software Engineering14
- Project & Program Management13
+18 roles across other teams
Open roles at Capital One68 openSee all 68+ Capital One OPT jobsApplyData Analytics ManagerRiverwoods, Illinois · HybridApplyData Analysis ManagerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyManager, Data Scientist, Data Solutions and ModelingChicago, Illinois · On-siteApplySenior Data AnalystMcLean, Virginia · On-siteApplyPrincipal Data ScientistMcLean, Virginia · On-site - 03
Apple
ElectronicsHardwareData EngineeringApple has 37 live OPT openings for data engineers. Apple designs and sells consumer electronics, software platforms, and digital services.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics91
- Software Engineering26
- AI & Machine Learning13
- Business Analysis12
- Cloud & DevOps8
+28 roles across other teams
Open roles at Apple37 openSee all 37+ Apple OPT jobsApplyMachine Learning (ML) Data ScientistCupertino, California · On-siteApplySenior Data AnalystSan Diego, California · On-siteApplyProduct Data ScientistSunnyvale, California · On-siteApplyML Data Operations EngineerSanta Clara, California · On-siteApplyML Data QA LeadCupertino, California · On-site Unlock every OPT job from these sponsors
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Oracle
TechnologyCloudData EngineeringOracle has 6 live OPT openings for data engineers. Oracle develops enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, and database management systems.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics6
- Project & Program Management4
- Warehouse & Logistics3
- Teaching & Instruction2
- Human Resources1
+5 roles across other teams
Open roles at Oracle6 openSee all Oracle OPT jobsApplySenior Scheduler – Data Center InfrastructureAnthony, New Mexico · On-siteApplyManager, OCI Data Center Training DeliveryNashville, Tennessee · On-siteApplySenior Data EngineerNashville, Tennessee · On-siteApplySenior Data ScientistNashville, Tennessee · On-siteApplyVendor Specialist, Data Center Facilities OperationsAtlanta, Georgia · On-site - 05
CVS Health
Health ServicesRetailAnalyticsCVS Health has 36 live OPT openings for data engineers. CVS Health runs retail pharmacies, pharmacy benefit management, and health services.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics78
- Science & Research62
- Healthcare Administration32
- Nursing19
- Database & Systems Administration1
- Editor’s note
How this list is ranked
These employers are ranked by how many roles open to OPT candidates they have live on Migrate Mate right now. OPT is your own work authorization rather than something the employer files, so the practical question is whether the role fits your field of study and whether the team has hired people on OPT before.
- 06
JPMorganChase
FinanceTechnologyData EngineeringJPMorganChase has 25 live OPT openings for data engineers. JPMorgan Chase is a global financial services firm offering banking, investment, and asset management.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics65
- Business Analysis19
- Project & Program Management13
- AI & Machine Learning11
- Software Engineering8
+13 roles across other teams
Open roles at JPMorganChase25 openSee all JPMorganChase OPT jobsApplyData Domain ArchitectWilmington, Delaware · On-siteApplyData Scientist Senior AssociateColumbus, Ohio · On-siteApplyData Scientist AssociateJersey City, New Jersey · On-siteApplyData OwnerColumbus, Ohio · On-siteApplyData ScientistPlano, Texas · On-site - 07
CBRE
Real EstateTechnologyAnalyticsCBRE has 17 live OPT openings for data engineers. CBRE is a commercial real estate services and investment company operating globally.
Open roles by team
- Project & Program Management19
- Compliance & Legal8
- Data Science & Analytics6
- Human Resources6
- Business Operations4
+15 roles across other teams
Open roles at CBRE17 openSee all CBRE OPT jobsApplyFacility Asset Data Collection SpecialistHouston, Texas · On-siteApplyData AnalystOverland Park, Kansas · On-siteApplyData Center ManagerAllen, Texas · On-siteApplyData Center Construction Safety FacilitatorRed Oak, Texas · On-siteApplyData Center Site Operation Mechanical ManagerLancaster, Pennsylvania · On-site See OPT jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
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TikTok
TechnologySoftwareData EngineeringTikTok has 20 live OPT openings for data engineers. TikTok operates a short-form video platform and digital advertising business globally.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics57
- Warehouse & Logistics9
- Software Engineering4
- Business Analysis3
- Recruiting & Talent Acquisition2
+6 roles across other teams
Open roles at TikTok20 openSee all TikTok OPT jobsApplyData Analyst GraduateFontana, California · On-siteApplyData Scientist GraduateSeattle, Washington · On-siteApplyData Center Site Acquisition ManagerSan Jose, California · On-siteApplyData Science GraduateSan Jose, California · On-siteApplyBig Data EngineerSan Jose, California · On-site - 09
Google
TechnologyCloudData EngineeringGoogle has 3 live OPT openings for data engineers. Google builds search, cloud infrastructure, advertising technology, and consumer hardware.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics14
- Project & Program Management3
- Cybersecurity2
- Software Engineering2
- AI & Machine Learning2
+1 roles across other teams
Open roles at Google3 openSee all Google OPT jobsApplyResearch Data ScientistMountain View, California · On-siteApplyProgram Manager, Data Center ConstructionHaskell, Texas · On-siteApplyData ScientistSan Bruno, California · Hybrid - 10
Walmart
RetailE-CommerceData EngineeringWalmart has 21 live OPT openings for data engineers. Walmart operates a global network of retail stores, e-commerce platforms, and supply chain services.
Open roles by team
- Data Science & Analytics50
- AI & Machine Learning23
- Software Engineering13
- Technical Program Management8
- Business Analysis4
+10 roles across other teams
Open roles at Walmart21 openSee all Walmart OPT jobsApplySenior Data ScientistSunnyvale, California · On-siteApplySenior Manager, Data AnalyticsBentonville, Arkansas · On-siteApplyStaff Data ScientistSunnyvale, California · On-siteApplyPrincipal, Data ScientistBentonville, Arkansas · On-siteApplyStaff, Data ScientistSunnyvale, California · On-site
How OPT works
OPT is work authorization for F-1 students, not an employer-sponsored visa. The student applies through their school's international office (the DSO) and USCIS with Form I-765; the employer files nothing. The role must relate to the student's field of study. OPT gives up to 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension for eligible degrees.
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Which companies sponsor the most OPT visas for Data Engineers?
Amazon.com has the most, with 170 live OPT jobs on Migrate Mate, followed by Capital One (68) and Apple (37). Across the 10 companies on this list, Migrate Mate is tracking 403 live OPT jobs, updated daily.
Who is eligible for OPT?
F-1 students are eligible for OPT if they have been enrolled full-time for at least one full academic year, are in good standing with their school, and are taking on a role directly related to their field of study. OPT is authorized by USCIS through Form I-765 after a Designated School Official recommends it. The standard authorization period is 12 months, with a possible 24-month extension for graduates in qualifying STEM fields.
Do data engineers qualify for F-1 OPT as a specialty occupation?
Yes. Data engineers typically hold a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which is exactly the specialty-occupation standard F-1 OPT is built around. What matters is that the employer classifies the role under a matching occupation code and that your degree lines up with it.
How do I get OPT through a top employer?
To work as a Data Engineer on OPT, a student first confirms the role relates to their field of study, then asks their Designated School Official to update their SEVIS record and issue a new I-20 recommending OPT. The student files Form I-765 with USCIS and waits for an Employment Authorization Document before starting work. The employer does not file any forms, they simply hire the student once the EAD is received and the authorized start date is reached.