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Analytics Engineer jobs are actively hiring F-1 OPT students with skills in SQL, dbt, and data pipeline tools. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in tech, finance, and healthcare regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role.
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Get Access To All JobsWe’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
The Provider Digital Analytics and Intake Team is hiring a Business Analytics Specialist to support the reporting and data analytic needs for value capture and metric driven management of Aetna’s provider digital tools. This successful candidate will partner and support activities of the Provider Digital business team and advise on insights to drive value in digital tool offerings.
Performs data analysis and issue research as well as participates in business and technical projects to assess the impact of that work on the reporting and data.
Consults with internal clients to identify opportunities to implement data solutions to business problems at an intermediate level. Collaborates with business partners to understand their problems and goals to help solve by developing predictive modeling, statistical analysis, data rereports, and performance metrics.
Participates in the implementation of information strategy and development of information products to ensure operational objectives and other strategic business initiatives are met.
Ability to structure data analysis, driving analytics insights and analytical solutions to help determine the best analytical solution.
Consults on the creation of analytics solutions that effectively weigh business and technical tradeoffs using an intermediate understanding of business strategy as well as relevant data environment topics.
Required Qualifications
1 – 2+ years related work experience in the following:
- Business experience leading analysis, ad-hoc data analysis, recognizing trends and initiatives with track record of business impact
- Proven experience with the following tools: Structured Query Language (SQL), Tableau, Alteryx/Dataiku, QuickBase, and PowerBI
- Ability to communicate statistical and technical ideas and results to non-technical clients in written and verbal form
- Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience working in a data warehouse environment as well as the ability to work with large data sets from multiple data sources
- Proven experience eliciting, documenting, and validating reporting requirements through interviews, workshop, and collaborative sessions with stakeholders at varying levels
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of healthcare business application systems is desired
- Experience with IBM Cognos
- Bachelor’s degree highly preferred
- Development of predictive modeling
Education
Bachelor’s degree equivalent experience
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$46,988.00 - $122,400.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/13/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Position Summary
The Provider Digital Analytics and Intake Team is hiring a Business Analytics Specialist to support the reporting and data analytic needs for value capture and metric driven management of Aetna’s provider digital tools. This successful candidate will partner and support activities of the Provider Digital business team and advise on insights to drive value in digital tool offerings.
Performs data analysis and issue research as well as participates in business and technical projects to assess the impact of that work on the reporting and data.
Consults with internal clients to identify opportunities to implement data solutions to business problems at an intermediate level. Collaborates with business partners to understand their problems and goals to help solve by developing predictive modeling, statistical analysis, data rereports, and performance metrics.
Participates in the implementation of information strategy and development of information products to ensure operational objectives and other strategic business initiatives are met.
Ability to structure data analysis, driving analytics insights and analytical solutions to help determine the best analytical solution.
Consults on the creation of analytics solutions that effectively weigh business and technical tradeoffs using an intermediate understanding of business strategy as well as relevant data environment topics.
Required Qualifications
1 – 2+ years related work experience in the following:
- Business experience leading analysis, ad-hoc data analysis, recognizing trends and initiatives with track record of business impact
- Proven experience with the following tools: Structured Query Language (SQL), Tableau, Alteryx/Dataiku, QuickBase, and PowerBI
- Ability to communicate statistical and technical ideas and results to non-technical clients in written and verbal form
- Demonstrated ability to effectively coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
- Experience working in a data warehouse environment as well as the ability to work with large data sets from multiple data sources
- Proven experience eliciting, documenting, and validating reporting requirements through interviews, workshop, and collaborative sessions with stakeholders at varying levels
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of healthcare business application systems is desired
- Experience with IBM Cognos
- Bachelor’s degree highly preferred
- Development of predictive modeling
Education
Bachelor’s degree equivalent experience
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$46,988.00 - $122,400.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/13/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Analytics Engineer
Target companies with a track record of STEM OPT hiring
Search for employers who have previously hired OPT students in data engineering or analytics roles. Companies with existing data teams are more likely to understand STEM OPT authorization and have HR processes already in place for it.
Confirm your role qualifies for the STEM OPT extension
Analytics Engineer roles typically fall under CIP codes for Computer Science or Information Technology. Verify your degree's CIP code matches your employer's listed SOC code before accepting an offer to ensure your 24-month extension is protected.
Lead with your technical stack, not your visa status
Hiring managers for Analytics Engineer roles prioritize SQL proficiency, dbt experience, and familiarity with tools like Snowflake or BigQuery. Demonstrate clear technical depth in applications before the visa conversation comes up.
Ask specifically about H-1B sponsorship during the offer stage
Many companies sponsor H-1B visas for Analytics Engineers but do not advertise it upfront. Ask directly whether the company sponsors H-1B petitions for this role before accepting, not after your OPT period is already running down.
Build a portfolio of data models and pipeline projects
Public GitHub repositories showing dbt models, data transformation logic, or pipeline architecture help you stand out. Concrete technical output signals the level of specialization that justifies STEM OPT and future H-1B sponsorship to employers.
Start your job search at least six months before OPT expires
Analytics Engineer hiring cycles can take two to four months from application to offer. Starting early gives you enough runway to negotiate sponsorship terms and submit your STEM OPT extension application before your initial OPT period ends.
Analytics Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Analytics Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in most cases. Analytics Engineer positions typically fall under SOC codes for Software Developers or Database Administrators, which are STEM-designated occupations. Your degree's CIP code must also be STEM-eligible. Degrees in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Statistics are the most common qualifying fields for this role.
How do I find Analytics Engineer jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters Analytics Engineer roles by sponsorship willingness. This saves you from applying to positions where visa authorization will be a dealbreaker. Browsing Migrate Mate's listings lets you focus your effort on employers who already understand OPT and STEM extension requirements.
Do Analytics Engineer employers commonly sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Yes. Analytics Engineering is a specialized, high-demand role, and many mid-to-large employers in tech, finance, and healthcare sponsor H-1B petitions for it. Companies with mature data teams, particularly those using tools like Snowflake, dbt, or Databricks at scale, have strong incentives to retain OPT employees through the H-1B process.
What is the E-Verify requirement for STEM OPT, and does it affect Analytics Engineer jobs?
STEM OPT requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. This applies to every Analytics Engineer role you accept on a STEM extension, regardless of company size. Before accepting an offer, confirm E-Verify enrollment directly with HR. If the employer is not enrolled, your STEM OPT extension approval will be at risk.
Can I work as a contractor or on a project basis as an Analytics Engineer on OPT?
OPT requires that your work be directly related to your degree field and that you have a formal employer relationship. Short-term contract work through a staffing agency can qualify, but you must have a clear employer of record enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT. Self-employment and independent consulting arrangements are generally not permitted under OPT regulations.