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Architect roles qualify for OPT work authorization when tied to a professional architecture degree. Most positions require or lead to ARE licensure, which strengthens your case for H-1B visa sponsorship. STEM OPT extension is not available for architecture, so a 12-month timeline applies unless your degree program is STEM-designated.
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A Machine Learning Engineer who will innovate and deliver valuable AI and ML solutions as part of ML team. Responsible for development, integration, delivery, and support of ML solutions, this individual must be a self-directed professional. In addition to a strong foundation of ML and AI knowledge they must possess excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement machine learning based solutions to address business challenges, adhering to INDG best practices with integration of AWS services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, propose technical solutions, and shape project architecture with cloud infrastructure considerations.
- Architect and implement scalable, high-performance machine learning pipelines and infrastructure utilizing AWS and DevOps practices.
- Build enterprise applications at-scale using expertise in computer science fundamentals.
- Use metrics to make data-driven decisions.
- Diagnose and fix production issues.
- Write and maintain production-quality code.
- Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related STEM field or Bachelor's degree in any subject with a Master's degree or higher in a STEM field required.
- 1+ years of software development experience and/or commensurate skills building commercial and ML applications.
- 1+ years’ experience and/or commensurate skills with an object-oriented programming language such as Java or Python, ML/AI frameworks, libraries, data structures and data modeling techniques.
- Knowledge of professional software engineering practices and the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, architecture/design patterns, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
COMPENSATION RANGE
$110,000.00-$140,000.00
Placement in the salary range will be decided upon completion of the interview process. Salary determination will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience, demonstrated skills related to the requirements of the role, education, certifications, and geographic location.
Equal Opportunity
Bloomberg Industry Group maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in employment. It is Bloomberg Industry Group’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access for all persons, and the Company is committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified individuals without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or maternity/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law (“Protected Characteristic”). Bloomberg prohibits treating applicants or employees less favorably in connection with the terms and conditions of employment, in all phases of the employment process, because of one or more Protected Characteristics (“Discrimination”).
INTRODUCTION
A Machine Learning Engineer who will innovate and deliver valuable AI and ML solutions as part of ML team. Responsible for development, integration, delivery, and support of ML solutions, this individual must be a self-directed professional. In addition to a strong foundation of ML and AI knowledge they must possess excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate across teams.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Implement machine learning based solutions to address business challenges, adhering to INDG best practices with integration of AWS services.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, propose technical solutions, and shape project architecture with cloud infrastructure considerations.
- Architect and implement scalable, high-performance machine learning pipelines and infrastructure utilizing AWS and DevOps practices.
- Build enterprise applications at-scale using expertise in computer science fundamentals.
- Use metrics to make data-driven decisions.
- Diagnose and fix production issues.
- Write and maintain production-quality code.
- Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related STEM field or Bachelor's degree in any subject with a Master's degree or higher in a STEM field required.
- 1+ years of software development experience and/or commensurate skills building commercial and ML applications.
- 1+ years’ experience and/or commensurate skills with an object-oriented programming language such as Java or Python, ML/AI frameworks, libraries, data structures and data modeling techniques.
- Knowledge of professional software engineering practices and the full software development life cycle, including coding standards, architecture/design patterns, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations.
COMPENSATION RANGE
$110,000.00-$140,000.00
Placement in the salary range will be decided upon completion of the interview process. Salary determination will be determined based on factors including but not limited to relevant experience, demonstrated skills related to the requirements of the role, education, certifications, and geographic location.
Equal Opportunity
Bloomberg Industry Group maintains a continuing policy of non-discrimination in employment. It is Bloomberg Industry Group’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access for all persons, and the Company is committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified individuals without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, marital status, national or ethnic origin, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, parental or caring status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy or maternity/parental leave, protected veteran status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other classification protected by applicable law (“Protected Characteristic”). Bloomberg prohibits treating applicants or employees less favorably in connection with the terms and conditions of employment, in all phases of the employment process, because of one or more Protected Characteristics (“Discrimination”).
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Architect
Target licensed architecture firms first
Firms with AIA membership and established HR processes are more familiar with visa sponsorship. Mid-size and large practices that regularly hire international staff are the most realistic starting point for OPT and future H-1B visa support.
Clarify your OPT timeline upfront
Architecture hiring cycles can run three to six months. If your OPT start date is approaching, communicate your authorization timeline early so employers can plan onboarding and initiate any sponsorship paperwork before your status becomes urgent.
Highlight U.S.-specific software proficiency
Revit, AutoCAD, and Rhino are standard expectations at most U.S. firms. Demonstrating fluency with these tools removes a common hiring hesitation and signals you can contribute immediately, which matters more when sponsorship is part of the equation.
Frame ARE progress as a hiring asset
Employers sponsoring architects for H-1B want long-term hires. Showing that you have passed ARE divisions or have a structured exam plan signals commitment to U.S. licensure and makes you a stronger candidate for sponsorship investment.
Research firms with a history of H-1B filings
USCIS and DOL disclosure data show which architecture employers have filed H-1B petitions previously. Prioritizing those firms on your list means you are not starting a conversation about sponsorship from scratch during the interview process.
Consider construction and development companies
In-house architecture roles at real estate developers, general contractors, and large corporations often have more flexible sponsorship processes than traditional design firms. These employers hire architects regularly and may be more accustomed to work authorization requirements.
Architect OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an architecture degree qualify for OPT?
Yes. A professional architecture degree (B.Arch, M.Arch, or D.Arch) from an USCIS-recognized institution qualifies for 12 months of OPT work authorization. However, architecture is generally not classified as a STEM field, so the 24-month STEM OPT extension is not available unless your specific program holds a STEM CIP code designation.
Can architects on OPT find employers who sponsor H-1B visas?
Yes, and architecture qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B rules because the role typically requires a professional architecture degree. To find employers with a documented sponsorship track record, browse architect roles on Migrate Mate, which filters for visa-sponsoring employers. Targeting firms that have filed H-1B petitions previously significantly improves your odds of a successful transition before OPT expires.
How does OPT employment need to be related to architecture?
USCIS requires that your OPT employment be directly related to your degree field. For architecture graduates, qualifying roles include licensed architect positions, architectural design, project management within a design firm, urban planning roles tied to architectural coursework, and building information modeling. Roles in unrelated fields, such as general construction labor or project coordination without design scope, would not satisfy the OPT requirement.
What happens if my OPT expires before I receive an H-1B approval?
If your H-1B is filed before OPT expires and you are selected in the lottery, USCIS typically issues a cap-gap extension that bridges your status from OPT expiration through October 1, when the H-1B takes effect. You can continue working for the same employer during cap-gap. If you are not selected in the lottery, your employment authorization ends when OPT expires and you would need to depart or change status.
Are there architecture roles that are harder to get sponsored for?
Roles at small boutique firms with fewer than five employees are the most difficult. These employers rarely have immigration counsel on retainer and may decline sponsorship due to cost and administrative complexity. Internship-level positions are also harder, since H-1B sponsorship requires a full-time, permanent job offer. Focusing on mid-size and large firms during your OPT year gives you the best chance of converting to long-term sponsorship.