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GFT builds technology solutions for financial services firms, and Senior Software Engineering roles here sit at the intersection of complex systems work and regulated industry demands. GFT has sponsored H-1B visas for this function, making it a realistic target for international engineers with the right technical profile.
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GFT is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Sr. Drainage Engineer requiring regular attendance at either our Miami office or embedded at FDOT District 6 office in Miami, FL.
In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of drainage solutions for a variety of transportation infrastructure projects throughout Florida, with a strong focus on supporting the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and other public-sector clients.
Working on the roadway team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You’ll support transportation and infrastructure projects by preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, drainage designs, and permitting documents. Your work will involve hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management design, and ensuring compliance with FDOT and local standards. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and permitting documents.
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, including stormwater collection system analysis.
- Develop stormwater management designs and obtain permits in compliance with state and local regulations.
- Perform reviews of drainage designs, plans, and reports for FDOT and municipal transportation projects.
- Ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and compliance with applicable FDOT standards and guidelines.
EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Transportation Engineering (or a related field).
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida.
- 5+ years post PE license.
- 10+ years of experience in drainage design for highway and roadway projects.
- Pump Station and Deep Well experience.
- Proficient in OpenRoads Designer.
- Strong knowledge of FDOT Design Manual, Standard Plans, and Drainage Manual.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What we prefer you bring:
- Prior experience on FDOT District 6 (D6) projects strongly preferred.
COMPENSATION
The range for this position is salary range is $150,000 – $185,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
FEATURED BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
LOCATION
Location: Miami, FL
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $166,000 – $179,000 per year; Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
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INTRODUCTION
GFT is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Sr. Drainage Engineer requiring regular attendance at either our Miami office or embedded at FDOT District 6 office in Miami, FL.
In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of drainage solutions for a variety of transportation infrastructure projects throughout Florida, with a strong focus on supporting the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and other public-sector clients.
Working on the roadway team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature roadway projects here.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You’ll support transportation and infrastructure projects by preparing engineering calculations, technical reports, drainage designs, and permitting documents. Your work will involve hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, stormwater management design, and ensuring compliance with FDOT and local standards. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:
- Prepare engineering calculations, technical reports, plans, specifications, and permitting documents.
- Perform hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, including stormwater collection system analysis.
- Develop stormwater management designs and obtain permits in compliance with state and local regulations.
- Perform reviews of drainage designs, plans, and reports for FDOT and municipal transportation projects.
- Ensure design quality, technical accuracy, and compliance with applicable FDOT standards and guidelines.
EDUCATION | EXPERIENCE
What you will bring to our firm:
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Environmental, or Transportation Engineering (or a related field).
- Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Florida.
- 5+ years post PE license.
- 10+ years of experience in drainage design for highway and roadway projects.
- Pump Station and Deep Well experience.
- Proficient in OpenRoads Designer.
- Strong knowledge of FDOT Design Manual, Standard Plans, and Drainage Manual.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
What we prefer you bring:
- Prior experience on FDOT District 6 (D6) projects strongly preferred.
COMPENSATION
The range for this position is salary range is $150,000 – $185,000 per year. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.
FEATURED BENEFITS:
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
COMPANY OVERVIEW
At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.
Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™
GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.
LOCATION
Location: Miami, FL
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time
Salary Range: $166,000 – $179,000 per year; Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location.
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Align your portfolio with fintech systems experience
GFT's engineering work is heavily oriented toward banking, capital markets, and insurance platforms. Framing your resume and GitHub around distributed systems, API integration, or core banking modernization signals immediate relevance to their hiring teams.
Verify your H-1B status before applying
GFT sponsors H-1B visas for Senior Software Engineering roles, so confirm your current visa situation before outreach. If you're on OPT, know your cap-gap eligibility window. USCIS allows continued work authorization during a pending H-1B petition filed before OPT expires.
Target GFT's delivery-focused engineering teams
GFT structures engineering work around client delivery squads rather than internal product teams. Applications referencing agile delivery, client-facing technical ownership, or cross-functional squad experience are better matched to the roles they're actually filling.
Time your offer negotiation around H-1B filing windows
H-1B cap-subject petitions must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start. If you're receiving an offer in late winter, confirm with GFT's HR whether they'll file in the upcoming cap season or ask you to wait, since missing the window means a full year's delay.
Use Migrate Mate to surface open Senior Software Engineering roles at GFT
GFT posts Senior Software Engineering openings across multiple locations at any given time. Migrate Mate filters these specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you're not manually sifting through listings that won't support your immigration status.
Prepare your credentials for specialty occupation documentation
USCIS requires H-1B petitions to demonstrate the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. For Senior Software Engineering roles at GFT, gather transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations if your credential is from outside the U.S., and any professional certifications that reinforce the theoretical and practical requirements of the position.
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Does GFT sponsor H-1B visas for Senior Software Engineerings?
Yes, GFT sponsors H-1B visas for Senior Software Engineering roles. GFT operates in the financial technology sector, where specialized engineering skills frequently meet the specialty occupation standard USCIS requires for H-1B approval. Your role must require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related technical field, and GFT's HR team handles the petition filing on your behalf after an offer is extended.
How do I apply for Senior Software Engineering jobs at GFT?
Applications go through GFT's careers portal, where Senior Software Engineering openings are listed by region and practice area. You can also find and filter GFT's visa-sponsoring roles through Migrate Mate, which surfaces positions specifically open to candidates requiring H-1B sponsorship. Tailoring your application to GFT's financial services delivery model, rather than submitting a generic software resume, meaningfully improves your chances of progressing to an interview.
What visa types does GFT use for Senior Software Engineering roles?
GFT primarily uses the H-1B visa for Senior Software Engineering hires who require immigration sponsorship. The H-1B is the standard route for employer-sponsored skilled workers in specialty occupations. Candidates already holding L-1 status from a GFT entity abroad, or those with O-1 visas based on extraordinary ability, may also be considered depending on their profile and the specific role requirements.
What qualifications does GFT expect for Senior Software Engineering roles?
GFT's Senior Software Engineering roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, plus several years of hands-on engineering experience. Given GFT's focus on financial services clients, fluency with cloud platforms, Java or Python-based backend systems, and experience working within regulated technology environments strengthens your application considerably. USCIS also scrutinizes degree-to-role alignment during H-1B adjudication, so a direct match matters.
How long does the H-1B sponsorship process take if I receive an offer from GFT?
The timeline depends on where you are in the H-1B cap cycle. Cap-subject petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start date, so an offer received in January could mean a nine-month wait before your status changes. USCIS premium processing, which GFT may elect to use, reduces adjudication to around 15 business days but doesn't change the October start date for cap-subject cases. If you're cap-exempt (for example, already holding an approved H-1B), transfers can move significantly faster.
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