CPT Senior Cloud Solutions Architect Jobs

Senior Cloud Solutions Architect roles qualify for CPT when your program includes cloud computing, enterprise systems, or infrastructure coursework your DSO can tie directly to the work. Authorization must be in place before your start date, and full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more affects your OPT eligibility.

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Open Jobs9+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type67% On-site
Median Salary$182K
Top LocationRemote
Most JobsDexian

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Dexian
Sr AIX Architects/AIX Platform Engineers
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Sr AIX Architects/AIX Platform Engineers
Dexian
Plano, Texas
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
Systems Administration
Cloud Engineering
On-Site
10+ yrs exp.
None

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Newsela
Senior Software Engineer
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Newsela
Added 3w ago
Senior Software Engineer
Newsela
Remote
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
$157,500/yr
Remote (US)
5+ yrs exp.
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Workato
Senior Infrastructure Engineer
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Workato
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer
Workato
Boston, New York
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
$180,000/yr - $240,000/yr
On-Site
10+ yrs exp.
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Justworks
Senior Developer Experience Engineer
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Senior Developer Experience Engineer
Justworks
New York, New York
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
$167,500/yr - $211,500/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
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WHOOP
Senior Software Engineer
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Senior Software Engineer
WHOOP
Boston, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
$215,000/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Senior Cloud Solutions Architect CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect role qualify for CPT authorization?

Yes, provided your academic program includes coursework in cloud computing, enterprise architecture, distributed systems, or a related technical discipline that your DSO can document as directly tied to the job duties. Senior-level roles that span multiple cloud platforms or involve solution design work well because the competency overlap with graduate-level IT or computer science programs is usually straightforward to establish.

Can I do full-time CPT as a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect without losing OPT?

You can, but you need to track your cumulative full-time CPT carefully. USCIS considers any student who has completed 12 or more months of full-time CPT ineligible for standard OPT. Senior architect roles often involve 40-hour-per-week engagements, so if you're planning a multi-semester or year-long CPT authorization, discuss the OPT impact with your DSO before accepting the offer.

How do I find employers willing to support CPT for a senior architecture role?

Search Migrate Mate for Senior Cloud Solutions Architect openings filtered by sponsorship type to identify employers with documented F-1 hiring experience. You can cross-reference this with OFLC Wage Search data for SOC code 15-1244 to confirm which companies have filed Labor Condition Applications for similar roles, which is a strong indicator they understand work authorization requirements.

What does my DSO need from the employer to authorize CPT for this role?

Your DSO typically requires a formal offer letter specifying your job title, start date, employer name and address, expected hours per week, and a description of how the role connects to your field of study. For Senior Cloud Solutions Architect positions, a brief paragraph from the employer explaining the technical scope, such as solution design, cloud migration, or multi-cloud architecture, is often enough to satisfy the curricular connection requirement.

Does working remotely as a Senior Cloud Solutions Architect affect my CPT authorization?

It can. CPT is authorized for a specific employer and work location, and your I-20 reflects the employer's address. If your role is fully remote or you'll be working from a location different from what's listed on your CPT authorization, notify your DSO before you start. Some schools require an updated I-20 when the work location changes, and working outside the authorized terms puts your F-1 status at risk.

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