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Software Architect roles qualify for CPT when the work is directly tied to your degree program in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, and your DSO approves the authorization before you start. These positions involve systems design and technical leadership, so your curriculum alignment letter needs to reflect that scope.
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Get Access To All JobsWeAreIn to create tiny chips and big careers. The future won’t wait... why should you? Join us and make a difference. Whether you join as a student, intern or trainee, you'll be part of something real - real projects, real impact, and real opportunities to grow. Are you in?
Your Role
Key responsibilities in your new role
- Architecture: Assist in designing and documenting system architecture, including high‑level diagrams and technical specifications
- Requirements: Support requirements gathering by analyzing business and technical needs and translating them into system designs
- Documentation: Create and maintain architecture documentation, including datasheets, diagrams, and system models
- Collaboration: Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and cross‑functional engineering meetings
- Integration: Partner with software engineers and product teams to ensure seamless integration of system components
- Validation: Support system integration, testing, and validation activities to ensure performance and reliability
- Analysis: Analyze system performance and identify opportunities for optimization and scalability improvements
- Research: Conduct research on emerging technologies, market trends, and architectural patterns to support solution design
- Knowledge Sharing: Document technical processes, decisions, and configurations for future reference and team alignment
Your Profile
Qualifications and skills to help you succeed
- Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Collaboration: Ability to effectively collaborate across cross‑functional teams and stakeholders
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively
- Academics: Demonstrates strong academic performance with a GPA of 3.5 or above and good academic standing
#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.
As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.
Are you in?
We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone.
This means we embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect and tolerance and are committed to give all applicants and employees equal opportunities. We base our recruiting decisions on the applicant´s experience and skills. Learn more about our various contact channels.
We look forward to receiving your resume, even if you do not entirely meet all the requirements of the job posting.
Please let your recruiter know if they need to pay special attention to something in order to enable your participation in the interview process.
Click here for more information about Diversity & Inclusion at Infineon.
Driving decarbonization and digitalization. Together.
Infineon Technologies Americas Corp., is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.
Employment at Infineon is contingent upon proof of your legal right to work in the United States under applicable law, verification of satisfactory references and successful completion of a background check and drug test, and signing all your onboarding documents.
In some instances, if applicable, U.S. export control laws require that Infineon obtain a U.S. government export license prior to releasing technologies to certain persons. This offer is contingent upon Infineon's ability to satisfy these export control laws as related to your employment and anticipated job activities. The decision whether or not to submit and/or pursue an export license to satisfy this contingency, if applicable, shall be at Infineon's sole discretion.
Infineon Technologies takes data privacy and identity theft very seriously. As such, we do not request personally-identifiable information (PII) from applicants over the internet or electronically. Please kindly refrain from disclosing your PII electronically during the application process or to unauthorized websites that may purport to be Infineon or any of our affiliates.
WeAreIn to create tiny chips and big careers. The future won’t wait... why should you? Join us and make a difference. Whether you join as a student, intern or trainee, you'll be part of something real - real projects, real impact, and real opportunities to grow. Are you in?
Your Role
Key responsibilities in your new role
- Architecture: Assist in designing and documenting system architecture, including high‑level diagrams and technical specifications
- Requirements: Support requirements gathering by analyzing business and technical needs and translating them into system designs
- Documentation: Create and maintain architecture documentation, including datasheets, diagrams, and system models
- Collaboration: Participate in design reviews, technical discussions, and cross‑functional engineering meetings
- Integration: Partner with software engineers and product teams to ensure seamless integration of system components
- Validation: Support system integration, testing, and validation activities to ensure performance and reliability
- Analysis: Analyze system performance and identify opportunities for optimization and scalability improvements
- Research: Conduct research on emerging technologies, market trends, and architectural patterns to support solution design
- Knowledge Sharing: Document technical processes, decisions, and configurations for future reference and team alignment
Your Profile
Qualifications and skills to help you succeed
- Education: Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Collaboration: Ability to effectively collaborate across cross‑functional teams and stakeholders
- Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey complex information clearly and effectively
- Academics: Demonstrates strong academic performance with a GPA of 3.5 or above and good academic standing
#WeAreIn for driving decarbonization and digitalization.
As a global leader in semiconductor solutions in power systems and IoT, Infineon enables game-changing solutions for green and efficient energy, clean and safe mobility, as well as smart and secure IoT. Together, we drive innovation and customer success, while caring for our people and empowering them to reach ambitious goals. Be a part of making life easier, safer and greener.
Are you in?
We are on a journey to create the best Infineon for everyone.
This means we embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome everyone for who they are. At Infineon, we offer a working environment characterized by trust, openness, respect and tolerance and are committed to give all applicants and employees equal opportunities. We base our recruiting decisions on the applicant´s experience and skills. Learn more about our various contact channels.
We look forward to receiving your resume, even if you do not entirely meet all the requirements of the job posting.
Please let your recruiter know if they need to pay special attention to something in order to enable your participation in the interview process.
Click here for more information about Diversity & Inclusion at Infineon.
Driving decarbonization and digitalization. Together.
Infineon Technologies Americas Corp., is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws.
Employment at Infineon is contingent upon proof of your legal right to work in the United States under applicable law, verification of satisfactory references and successful completion of a background check and drug test, and signing all your onboarding documents.
In some instances, if applicable, U.S. export control laws require that Infineon obtain a U.S. government export license prior to releasing technologies to certain persons. This offer is contingent upon Infineon's ability to satisfy these export control laws as related to your employment and anticipated job activities. The decision whether or not to submit and/or pursue an export license to satisfy this contingency, if applicable, shall be at Infineon's sole discretion.
Infineon Technologies takes data privacy and identity theft very seriously. As such, we do not request personally-identifiable information (PII) from applicants over the internet or electronically. Please kindly refrain from disclosing your PII electronically during the application process or to unauthorized websites that may purport to be Infineon or any of our affiliates.
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Get Access To All JobsSoftware Architect CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Architect role qualify for CPT authorization?
Yes, if the work is an integral part of your enrolled degree program. Roles involving systems design, technical architecture, or distributed infrastructure map well to graduate programs in computer science or software engineering. Your DSO will evaluate whether the specific job duties align with your current coursework, so request a detailed job description from the employer before submitting your CPT application.
Can I do CPT as a Software Architect at a startup without a formal HR department?
Yes, but you take on more responsibility for documentation. Smaller employers may not know what your DSO requires. You'll need a signed offer letter on company letterhead specifying your title, start date, hours, and supervisor name. Confirm the employer understands they must complete your I-9 on or before day one, and that CPT is employer-specific, so switching companies mid-semester requires a new DSO authorization.
How do I find Software Architect CPT roles where employers already understand F-1 work authorization?
Search Migrate Mate for Software Architect listings filtered by employers with Labor Condition Application filing history. Companies that have previously filed LCAs for H-1B visa or other visa categories are already familiar with DOL wage compliance and work-authorization paperwork, which translates to a smoother CPT onboarding process and a higher likelihood they'll consider sponsoring you for OPT or H-1B after graduation.
Does full-time CPT as a Software Architect affect my OPT eligibility?
It can. Twelve months or more of full-time CPT, defined as 20 or more hours per week, eliminates your OPT eligibility entirely. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, doesn't affect OPT regardless of duration. If you're considering a full-year Software Architect internship or co-op, talk to your DSO about structuring it as part-time to preserve your post-graduation work authorization options.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for my CPT authorization?
Your DSO typically requires a formal offer letter stating your legal employer name, job title, work location, start and end dates, weekly hours, and supervisor contact. For a Software Architect role, the letter should also describe your core duties so your DSO can confirm the work ties directly to your program. Some schools also require an internship agreement or training plan signed by both parties.