OPT Backend Java Developer Jobs
Backend Java Developer roles are among the most OPT-friendly positions in tech. Employers regularly sponsor H-1B visas for Java engineers, and many are experienced with OPT and STEM OPT extensions. Strong demand across fintech, enterprise software, and cloud infrastructure keeps the pipeline steady for international students.
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Saxon Global is one of the fastest growing Inc. 500 Companies in the U.S., providing enhanced IT consulting and engineering solution services for past 16 years. Saxon Global specializes in Business Intelligence, Mobility, Big Data & Cloud and provides IT tools and services to help organizations across industry verticals such as Financial Services, Retail, Telecom, Healthcare, Banking and Media Entertainment for their continued growth.
Job Description
Title: Backend Services Developer/Backend Java Developer
Location: San Jose/San Francisco/Seattle, CA
Duration: 12+ Month Contract
Interview Details: Phone and In person
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Backend Services Developer for AI services.
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BS Degree in Computer Science or equivalent is required. MS desired.
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Minimum 4+ years in software development.
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Strong backend engineering background.
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Working experience in a cloud environment (e.g. Google Cloud/Container engine) is required - Google Cloud is preferred and AWS is an alternative.
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Working experience in Scala and Play are required with demonstrated ability to solve complex problems.
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Knowledge of Java8 and Kubernetes is desired.
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Knowledge of Node.js is a plus.
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Responsible for software design, technical documentation, and code review.
Qualifications
- Backend Services Developer for AI services.
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BS Degree in Computer Science or equivalent is required. MS desired.
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Minimum 4+ years in software development.
-
Strong backend engineering background.
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Working experience in a cloud environment (e.g. Google Cloud/Container engine) is required - Google Cloud is preferred and AWS is an alternative.
-
Working experience in Scala and Play are required with demonstrated ability to solve complex problems.
-
Knowledge of Java8 and Kubernetes is desired.
-
Knowledge of Node.js is a plus.
-
Responsible for software design, technical documentation, and code review.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Saxon Global is one of the fastest growing Inc. 500 Companies in the U.S., providing enhanced IT consulting and engineering solution services for past 16 years. Saxon Global specializes in Business Intelligence, Mobility, Big Data & Cloud and provides IT tools and services to help organizations across industry verticals such as Financial Services, Retail, Telecom, Healthcare, Banking and Media Entertainment for their continued growth.
Job Description
Title: Backend Services Developer/Backend Java Developer
Location: San Jose/San Francisco/Seattle, CA
Duration: 12+ Month Contract
Interview Details: Phone and In person
-
Backend Services Developer for AI services.
-
BS Degree in Computer Science or equivalent is required. MS desired.
-
Minimum 4+ years in software development.
-
Strong backend engineering background.
-
Working experience in a cloud environment (e.g. Google Cloud/Container engine) is required - Google Cloud is preferred and AWS is an alternative.
-
Working experience in Scala and Play are required with demonstrated ability to solve complex problems.
-
Knowledge of Java8 and Kubernetes is desired.
-
Knowledge of Node.js is a plus.
-
Responsible for software design, technical documentation, and code review.
Qualifications
- Backend Services Developer for AI services.
-
BS Degree in Computer Science or equivalent is required. MS desired.
-
Minimum 4+ years in software development.
-
Strong backend engineering background.
-
Working experience in a cloud environment (e.g. Google Cloud/Container engine) is required - Google Cloud is preferred and AWS is an alternative.
-
Working experience in Scala and Play are required with demonstrated ability to solve complex problems.
-
Knowledge of Java8 and Kubernetes is desired.
-
Knowledge of Node.js is a plus.
-
Responsible for software design, technical documentation, and code review.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Backend Java Developer
Target companies with H-1B filing history
Companies that have filed H-1B petitions for Java developers in the past are your most reliable bets. Prior filings signal that the employer understands the sponsorship process and has infrastructure in place to support it.
Quantify your Java expertise on your resume
Specify frameworks, versions, and project scale. Mentioning Spring Boot, microservices architecture, or high-throughput systems gives hiring managers concrete evidence of seniority and reduces hesitation around investing in OPT candidates.
Prioritize roles at mid-to-large engineering organizations
Larger engineering teams typically have dedicated HR and immigration support. They are more comfortable navigating OPT timelines and STEM OPT extensions than startups handling sponsorship for the first time.
Be upfront about your OPT end date and STEM eligibility
Recruiters appreciate transparency early. Knowing you have a STEM OPT extension available gives employers up to three years of runway, which often moves you past the first sponsorship concern in the screening process.
Highlight backend systems impact, not just code
Frame your experience around business outcomes: reduced latency, scaled transaction volume, improved reliability. Backend Java engineers who communicate system impact are seen as high-value hires worth the administrative effort of sponsorship.
Apply through OPT-focused channels first
General job boards mix sponsorship-friendly and sponsorship-closed listings without filtering. Migrate Mate surfaces Backend Java Developer roles specifically from employers open to OPT, saving you time and reducing rejection from mismatched applications.
Backend Java Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Backend Java Developer roles commonly sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Yes. Backend Java development is one of the more consistently sponsored engineering specializations. The combination of high demand, specialized skill requirements, and long-term project commitments makes employers willing to invest in sponsorship. Fintech, enterprise software, and cloud infrastructure companies are particularly active sponsors for this role.
Does a computer science degree qualify a Backend Java Developer for a STEM OPT extension?
In most cases, yes. Computer science, software engineering, information systems, and related STEM degrees listed on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List qualify you for a 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Confirm your specific degree program is on the list before assuming eligibility, and file Form I-765 at least 90 days before your current EAD expires.
What should I do if a Backend Java Developer job posting says 'no sponsorship'?
It is worth reading the posting carefully. Some employers write this to filter out candidates requiring H-1B sponsorship specifically, but may still hire OPT workers since OPT does not require the employer to petition USCIS. If the role is a strong fit, contacting the hiring manager directly to clarify is a reasonable step before walking away.
How can I find Backend Java Developer jobs where employers are open to OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this. It filters Backend Java Developer listings to surface employers who are open to hiring international students on OPT or STEM OPT, so you are not wasting applications on roles that will screen you out at the authorization question. Browsing there narrows your search to realistic opportunities from the start.
Can I start a Backend Java Developer job before my new EAD card arrives?
No. You cannot begin work until you have a valid Employment Authorization Document in hand. If you are transitioning from CPT to OPT, or renewing for a STEM OPT extension, do not start work based on a receipt notice alone. Confirm your EAD arrival with your DSO and set a start date that accounts for USCIS processing time.