CPT Software Development Team Lead Jobs

Software Development Team Lead jobs on CPT require your DSO to confirm the role is an integral part of your enrolled curriculum, typically a computer science, software engineering, or information systems program. These positions combine hands-on engineering with people management, so your authorization letter should reflect both technical and leadership responsibilities.

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Open Jobs57+
Top Visa TypeF-1 CPT
Work Type86% On-site
Median Salary$41K
Top LocationSan Jose, CA
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Republic Finance
Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Intern
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Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) Intern
Republic Finance
Plano, Texas
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
IT Support & Systems Administration
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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pSemi
Software Development Intern
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Software Development Intern
pSemi
San Diego, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Backend Engineering
$25/hr - $48/hr
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Fortinet
Software Development Intern
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Software Development Intern
Fortinet
Sunnyvale, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
$35/hr - $45/hr
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Nasuni
Software Development Intern - Data Infrastructure C++ Python Go
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Software Development Intern - Data Infrastructure C++ Python Go
Nasuni
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
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Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Zscaler
Staff Software Development Engineer - DevSecOps
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Staff Software Development Engineer - DevSecOps
Zscaler
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
$185,000/yr
Hybrid
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Software Development Team Lead CPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Software Development Team Lead role qualify for CPT?

Yes, if the role is an integral part of your curriculum and your DSO authorizes it. Most computer science and software engineering programs can accommodate team lead functions, especially if you're enrolled in courses covering project management, systems design, or software architecture. Your I-20 must reflect the CPT authorization before your start date, and the employer's job description should explicitly reference both technical and supervisory responsibilities.

Will managing direct reports affect my CPT authorization?

Not by itself, but your DSO needs the job description to show how the leadership component connects to your academic program. A team lead role where you conduct code reviews, run sprint planning, and mentor junior developers fits naturally within a software engineering curriculum. Provide your DSO with a detailed offer letter or scope-of-work document that breaks down both the engineering and management duties.

How do I find employers who've hired F-1 CPT students for team lead roles before?

Browse Software Development Team Lead listings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with F-1 work authorization history. Prioritize companies that have sponsored H-1B visa petitions for software roles, since that signals an immigration-literate HR team. An employer who already has CPT or OPT processes in place will move faster and cause fewer authorization delays.

Can I do full-time CPT as a Software Development Team Lead for a full year?

You can, but full-time CPT lasting 12 months or more cancels your OPT eligibility under USCIS rules. If you're planning to use OPT after graduation, structure your engagement as part-time CPT, cap it under 12 months, or split it across multiple semesters. Confirm the cumulative count with your DSO before signing any offer letter, since partial semesters still count toward the total.

What SOC code applies to Software Development Team Lead roles for wage purposes?

Most Software Development Team Lead positions fall under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1299 (Software and Web Developers, Not Elsewhere Classified), though some employers use 11-3021 (Computer and Information Systems Managers) for roles with significant supervisory weight. Check the O*NET occupation profile for each code to confirm which best matches your actual duties, then verify the corresponding wage level using the OFLC Wage Search for your work location.