CPT AI Software Developer Jobs

AI Software Developer jobs on CPT let you build production-grade machine learning systems while your school's DSO authorizes each position as a direct extension of your coursework. Your employment must tie to a specific course or program objective, so roles involving model training, deployment pipelines, or AI research align most cleanly with CPT requirements.

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Overview

Open Jobs32+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type94% On-site
Median Salary$79K
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
Most JobsRocket Lawyer

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Intern, AI/ML Software Engineer
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Intern, AI/ML Software Engineer
pSemi
San Diego, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
Backend Engineering
$32/hr - $58/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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TikTok
AI/ML Software Engineer Intern
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AI/ML Software Engineer Intern
TikTok
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
$45/hr - $45/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Rocket Lawyer
AI/ML Software Engineer
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Rocket Lawyer
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AI/ML Software Engineer
Rocket Lawyer
Utah
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
ML (Machine Learning)
Data Science
Backend Engineering
$190,000/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Nuro
Software Engineer, AI Platform - Intern
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Nuro
Added 3mo ago
Software Engineer, AI Platform - Intern
Nuro
Mountain View, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Backend Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Kognitos
Software Engineer Intern
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Added 3w ago
Software Engineer Intern
Kognitos
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Backend Engineering
$3,000/mo - $4,000/mo
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Bachelor's

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AI Software Developer CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an AI Software Developer role qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, if the work directly integrates with a course or program requirement in your curriculum. Roles involving machine learning model development, data pipeline engineering, or applied AI research map well to graduate programs in computer science, data science, or engineering. Your DSO makes the final determination based on how the position connects to a specific academic requirement, not just your field of study.

Can I work on AI Software Developer roles at a startup on CPT?

Yes. CPT has no employer-size requirement, so startups, research labs, and large tech companies are all eligible. The employer does need to complete standard I-9 employment eligibility verification. The practical risk with early-stage startups is instability: if the company shuts down before your CPT period ends, you need a new DSO-authorized position to remain in status.

How do I find AI Software Developer roles where employers understand CPT?

Search Migrate Mate to browse AI Software Developer positions from employers with verified work-authorization filing history. Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications in software and AI job families are more likely to have HR processes in place for F-1 work authorization, which means fewer delays and less internal escalation when you disclose your CPT status.

Does full-time CPT as an AI Software Developer affect my OPT eligibility?

Yes, and this is one of the most consequential CPT rules for F-1 students. If you accumulate 12 or more months of full-time CPT, you lose OPT eligibility entirely, including STEM OPT. Part-time CPT, regardless of duration, does not affect OPT. If your AI developer role is full-time and spans multiple semesters, track your cumulative days carefully with your DSO before agreeing to any extension.

What happens to my CPT authorization if my AI developer role changes significantly?

A material change in job duties, employer, or employment dates requires a new CPT authorization from your DSO before you begin the modified work. Moving from a frontend engineering role to a machine learning engineering role at the same company likely qualifies as a material change. Working outside the dates or scope on your I-20 CPT authorization puts your F-1 status at risk.