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Automation Engineer roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students, with most positions qualifying under STEM OPT extension eligibility. Employers in manufacturing, tech, and automotive actively hire for this title, and the 24-month STEM extension gives you meaningful runway to prove your value before H-1B visa sponsorship conversations begin.
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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
We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Developer & Revenue Cycle Systems Analyst to support operational efficiency initiatives within our Revenue Cycle organization. This role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing automated solutions that improve workflows, reduce manual effort, and support front-line operations. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in automation technologies, programming, and healthcare revenue cycle processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain automation solutions using Visual Basic (VB) scripting and related technologies.
- Create, modify, and support complex Microsoft Excel macros and VBA-based automation tools.
- Develop and maintain automations within Boston Workstation to improve operational performance and productivity.
- Review claim data and quality assure claim examples in Athena Health.
- Utilize Python and coding to implement automation via web-based platforms & applications.
- Selenium experience preferred to automate web-based processes and interactions with websites and application interfaces.
- Experience with application programming interface (API).
- Troubleshoot automation issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
- Partner with revenue cycle leadership and operational teams to identify opportunities for workflow automation and process improvement.
- Provide technical support and exceptional customer service to call center representatives and other end users.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Support processes related to insurance overpayments and patient refund check processing.
- Manage and monitor file transfers using SFTP and related technologies.
- Work with systems and applications including Cognizant and other revenue cycle platforms to support operational initiatives.
- Maintain documentation for automation processes, workflows, and technical solutions.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, data security standards, and healthcare regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Experience programming with Visual Basic/VBA scripting.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including creation and maintenance of macros and automated reporting tools.
- Experience using Boston Workstation to develop and support automated business processes.
- Python/Selenium for web automation and browser interaction.
- Experience working with Cognizant applications and processes.
- Experience managing SFTP file transfers and automated file movement processes.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in healthcare revenue cycle operations.
- Knowledge of insurance payment reconciliation, overpayment processing, and patient refund workflows.
- Experience supporting call center operations and customer service teams.
- Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and workflow optimization.
- Experience documenting technical processes and creating user guides.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$46,988.00 - $112,200.00
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: 10/19/2026
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
We are seeking a highly skilled Automation Developer & Revenue Cycle Systems Analyst to support operational efficiency initiatives within our Revenue Cycle organization. This role will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing automated solutions that improve workflows, reduce manual effort, and support front-line operations. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise in automation technologies, programming, and healthcare revenue cycle processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, test, and maintain automation solutions using Visual Basic (VB) scripting and related technologies.
- Create, modify, and support complex Microsoft Excel macros and VBA-based automation tools.
- Develop and maintain automations within Boston Workstation to improve operational performance and productivity.
- Review claim data and quality assure claim examples in Athena Health.
- Utilize Python and coding to implement automation via web-based platforms & applications.
- Selenium experience preferred to automate web-based processes and interactions with websites and application interfaces.
- Experience with application programming interface (API).
- Troubleshoot automation issues, identify root causes, and implement sustainable solutions.
- Partner with revenue cycle leadership and operational teams to identify opportunities for workflow automation and process improvement.
- Provide technical support and exceptional customer service to call center representatives and other end users.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions.
- Support processes related to insurance overpayments and patient refund check processing.
- Manage and monitor file transfers using SFTP and related technologies.
- Work with systems and applications including Cognizant and other revenue cycle platforms to support operational initiatives.
- Maintain documentation for automation processes, workflows, and technical solutions.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies, data security standards, and healthcare regulations.
Required Qualifications
- Experience programming with Visual Basic/VBA scripting.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including creation and maintenance of macros and automated reporting tools.
- Experience using Boston Workstation to develop and support automated business processes.
- Python/Selenium for web automation and browser interaction.
- Experience working with Cognizant applications and processes.
- Experience managing SFTP file transfers and automated file movement processes.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in healthcare revenue cycle operations.
- Knowledge of insurance payment reconciliation, overpayment processing, and patient refund workflows.
- Experience supporting call center operations and customer service teams.
- Familiarity with process improvement methodologies and workflow optimization.
- Experience documenting technical processes and creating user guides.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$46,988.00 - $112,200.00
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: 10/19/2026
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 Automation Engineer
Target STEM-designated employers first
Automation Engineer roles almost always qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Focus on companies registered with E-Verify, which is required for STEM OPT. This filters out employers who can't legally support your extension before you invest time applying.
Lead with your PLC and robotics experience
Employers scanning OPT candidates want proof you can contribute immediately. Highlight hands-on experience with tools like Siemens TIA Portal, Allen-Bradley, or FANUC robotics upfront. Concrete technical credentials reduce perceived risk for employers unfamiliar with OPT work authorization.
Address OPT proactively in your cover letter
Briefly explain your current OPT status, your STEM extension eligibility, and your authorization end date. Many hiring managers don't understand OPT timelines. A clear, confident one-paragraph explanation removes ambiguity and prevents your application from being filtered out prematurely.
Prioritize mid-size manufacturers and system integrators
Large enterprises often have rigid immigration policies, but mid-size manufacturers and automation system integrators hire OPT students regularly. These companies need technical talent and are often more flexible about sponsoring H-1B visa petitions after your OPT period builds their confidence in you.
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days early
USCIS recommends filing your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires. If filed on time, you get a 180-day automatic extension while it's pending. Missing this window creates an employment gap that complicates your standing with your current employer.
Get your I-983 training plan signed before you start
Your employer must complete and sign Form I-983 before your STEM OPT begins. The training plan must describe how your Automation Engineer role relates to your STEM degree. Start this conversation with HR during onboarding, not after your extension is already filed.
Automation Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Automation Engineer roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in most cases. Automation Engineer positions typically fall under CIP codes related to electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or computer science, all of which are STEM-designated fields. Your degree must be from a U.S. school and listed on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by ICE. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before assuming eligibility.
How much time do I have to find an Automation Engineer job on OPT?
After your OPT start date, you have a 90-day unemployment limit during your initial OPT period. If you secure a STEM OPT extension, a separate 150-day unemployment limit applies. Automation Engineer roles in manufacturing and tech tend to have strong demand, but don't wait. Browse OPT-friendly postings on Migrate Mate to start applications early in your job search.
Does my Automation Engineer job have to be directly related to my degree?
Yes. For both initial OPT and the STEM OPT extension, your employment must be directly related to your major area of study. For Automation Engineer roles, this typically means a degree in electrical engineering, mechatronics, industrial engineering, or computer science. If your degree is in an adjacent field, work with your DSO to document how the role connects to your program of study.
Can I work on a project basis or contract as an Automation Engineer on OPT?
Self-employment is technically permitted on OPT if you own a business that employs you, but pure freelance or independent contracting with no fixed employer is a gray area that many DSOs advise against. For STEM OPT specifically, you must have a formal employer relationship with an E-Verify company. Contract-to-hire or W-2 contract roles through a staffing agency that is E-Verify registered are generally acceptable.
Which industries hire the most Automation Engineers willing to sponsor OPT students?
Manufacturing, automotive, semiconductor fabrication, and industrial robotics companies are the heaviest hirers of Automation Engineers and have established track records of OPT and H-1B sponsorship. Aerospace and defense firms also hire for this role, though security clearance requirements can complicate OPT eligibility. Companies that sponsor H-1B petitions consistently tend to be comfortable with OPT as a pipeline, which is why filtering by sponsorship history matters when you search.