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Applications Developer jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in computer science, software engineering, or information systems. Most roles qualify as STEM-designated positions, making you eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months of work authorization.
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The Application Developer III creates software design, develops software, and performs unit and integration testing. He/She is responsible for maintaining and enhancing application functionality.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Gather and analyze user requirements to design and develop sound and effective solutions. Test and deploy the solutions to the live environment for general use. Develop documentation to facilitate the ongoing maintenance and support of these applications.
- Application of enhancements to fulfill customer requests for enhanced functionality and reporting and development and support of small and mid-scale web applications.
- Provide application support using subject matter expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Scripting, Java, and Microsoft .NET technologies to support application.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Senior-level experience with .NET C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC & Web API 2, as well as core .NET concepts, including asynchronous programming, parallelization and messaging.
- Good understanding of principles of software architecture and object-oriented design.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field of study preferred.
- H.S. diploma/GED with equivalent work experience required.
- Three (3) years or more experience in C# and ASP.NET required.
- Three (3) years or more experience in Agile software development process and tools, including TFS and Visual Studio Online required.
- Three (3) years or more experience with developing applications using Rabbit MQ, MSMQ or similar messaging platform. Knowledge of messaging architectures and high level concepts of enterprise application integration required.
- Five (5) years or more experience in web development using Angular JS, HTML5, CSS/CSS3 required.
- Five (5) years or more experience with software development required.
- Knowledge and practical experience of using GoF design patterns.
- Advanced level knowledge of Transact-SQL, query performance optimization, sub-queries, ranking functions, joins and set operations, aggregating and pivoting data; Programmable Objects: transaction dynamic execution, user defined functions, stored procedures, triggers, CLR stored procedures.
- Advanced level of understanding of relational and no-SQL database concepts, such as document-oriented, and object-oriented data modeling.
TRAVEL: None
DOT REGULATED: None
JOB CATEGORY: Application Development, Delivery & Support
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
PAY TYPE:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range: 135000
Maximum Pay Range: 135000
BENEFITS INFORMATION
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
SECURITY NOTICE FOR APPLICANTS:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
CURRENT EMPLOYEES:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
SUMMARY
The Application Developer III creates software design, develops software, and performs unit and integration testing. He/She is responsible for maintaining and enhancing application functionality.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Gather and analyze user requirements to design and develop sound and effective solutions. Test and deploy the solutions to the live environment for general use. Develop documentation to facilitate the ongoing maintenance and support of these applications.
- Application of enhancements to fulfill customer requests for enhanced functionality and reporting and development and support of small and mid-scale web applications.
- Provide application support using subject matter expertise in Microsoft SQL Server, SQL Scripting, Java, and Microsoft .NET technologies to support application.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Senior-level experience with .NET C#, .NET Core, ASP.NET MVC & Web API 2, as well as core .NET concepts, including asynchronous programming, parallelization and messaging.
- Good understanding of principles of software architecture and object-oriented design.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field of study preferred.
- H.S. diploma/GED with equivalent work experience required.
- Three (3) years or more experience in C# and ASP.NET required.
- Three (3) years or more experience in Agile software development process and tools, including TFS and Visual Studio Online required.
- Three (3) years or more experience with developing applications using Rabbit MQ, MSMQ or similar messaging platform. Knowledge of messaging architectures and high level concepts of enterprise application integration required.
- Five (5) years or more experience in web development using Angular JS, HTML5, CSS/CSS3 required.
- Five (5) years or more experience with software development required.
- Knowledge and practical experience of using GoF design patterns.
- Advanced level knowledge of Transact-SQL, query performance optimization, sub-queries, ranking functions, joins and set operations, aggregating and pivoting data; Programmable Objects: transaction dynamic execution, user defined functions, stored procedures, triggers, CLR stored procedures.
- Advanced level of understanding of relational and no-SQL database concepts, such as document-oriented, and object-oriented data modeling.
TRAVEL: None
DOT REGULATED: None
JOB CATEGORY: Application Development, Delivery & Support
COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
PAY TYPE:
Salaried
Minimum Pay Range: 135000
Maximum Pay Range: 135000
BENEFITS INFORMATION
For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.
SECURITY NOTICE FOR APPLICANTS:
Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through www.ryder.com/careers.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
CURRENT EMPLOYEES:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Applications Developer
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Applications Developer roles typically qualify for STEM OPT extension, but only if your degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying to roles that extend beyond your initial 12-month period.
Apply to employers already filing H-1B petitions
Companies with a history of H-1B visa sponsorship are far more likely to support your transition after OPT. Search Department of Labor LCA disclosure data to identify employers who regularly sponsor software and applications development roles.
Start your job search at least 90 days before OPT ends
You can apply for your OPT EAD up to 90 days before your program end date. Starting early gives you time to secure an offer, complete onboarding paperwork, and avoid any gap between your graduation date and authorized employment start.
Highlight full-stack or cloud skills that match specialty occupation criteria
H-1B specialty occupation requires a direct link between your degree and job duties. Applications Developer roles with cloud architecture, API development, or enterprise software responsibilities are easier to document as qualifying positions when your employer eventually petitions for sponsorship.
Negotiate your STEM OPT training plan early
STEM OPT requires a formal training plan signed by a supervisor with a relevant background. Raise this requirement during the offer stage, not after starting. Employers unfamiliar with the process will need time to identify the right supervisor and complete Form I-983.
Prioritize mid-size employers over very large or very small ones
Startups under 25 employees often lack immigration infrastructure. Very large employers may have rigid timelines that do not align with OPT deadlines. Mid-size technology and enterprise software companies tend to have more flexibility and established sponsorship processes for developer roles.
Applications Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an Applications Developer on F-1 OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. During your OPT period, your EAD authorizes you to work for any employer in a role related to your degree field. You do not need employer sponsorship for the OPT period itself. Sponsorship only becomes necessary if you want to continue working in the U.S. after your OPT and STEM OPT extension periods expire.
Does an Applications Developer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most Applications Developer positions qualify, provided your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, software engineering, or information technology. The job duties must also be directly related to your degree. Your DSO will confirm eligibility based on your specific CIP code before filing the STEM OPT extension application.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Applications Developer job ends?
You have a 60-day grace period after your OPT employment ends to find a new qualifying position, transfer to a different visa status, or leave the United States. During those 60 days, you are not authorized to work. Finding a new role quickly is critical. Migrate Mate lists Applications Developer roles at employers open to OPT candidates, which can help you move fast.
Does my Applications Developer job need to be full-time to count toward OPT?
No, but the rules differ by stage. During pre-completion OPT, part-time work up to 20 hours per week is permitted while school is in session. During post-completion OPT, you must work at least 20 hours per week in a qualifying role to remain in valid status. Contract, freelance, and part-time positions all count as long as the work relates to your degree.
Can I work as a contractor or freelancer as an Applications Developer on OPT?
Yes. USCIS permits self-employment and contract work during OPT as long as the work is related to your field of study and you are working at least 20 hours per week in post-completion OPT. You must be able to document the work relationship and demonstrate the role qualifies under your degree. Keep detailed records of contracts, deliverables, and hours worked.