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Cloud Solutions Architect roles are among the strongest OPT fits in tech: employers routinely sponsor H-1B visa for this position, STEM OPT extension applies for CS and engineering graduates, and the 24-month extension gives you a meaningful runway to secure long-term sponsorship.
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The MDHHS/DTMB AS Analytics and Visualization Division is seeking a Senior ETL Developer with extensive experience in IBM DataStage, IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D), and Teradata 20. The resource will support enterprise data modernization efforts, including migration of legacy workloads to CP4D, development of robust ETL pipelines, and technical leadership for data quality, governance, and integration initiatives. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, advanced ETL engineering skills, and the ability to work effectively across complex enterprise environments.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, build, enhance, and optimize ETL pipelines using IBM DataStage (parallel/server jobs, performance tuning, job sequencing).
- Support the migration of DataStage workloads from on-premise environments to IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D), including refactoring, modernization, testing, and validation.
- Develop and optimize complex SQL and BTEQ scripts for Teradata 20, supporting large-scale data integrations and analytics workloads.
- Create automation scripts using Python, Shell scripting, and XML for ETL workflows and data processing.
- Apply Master Data Management (MDM) and data governance principles to ensure consistency, quality, and reliability across systems.
- Work collaboratively with MDHHS data architects, DBAs, analysts, business owners, and technical teams to align deliverables with program objectives.
- Conduct troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and remediation activities for ETL pipeline issues.
- Support Agile delivery, including sprint participation, documentation, testing, and continuous improvement activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of hands-on experience with IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D).
- 3+ years of strong experience with Teradata 20, including SQL/BTEQ, performance optimization, and working with large enterprise datasets.
- 5+ years of Unix/Linux scripting and system operations.
- 3+ years of Advanced SQL for analysis and ETL support.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Public health, Health Industry, or State Government experience.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related field.
OTHER DESIRED SKILLS
- 5+ years of experience developing ETL solutions using IBM DataStage.
- Proficiency in:
- Python for automation
- MDM, data quality, and data governance methodologies
- Proven ability to translate business and technical requirements into scalable ETL and data integration solutions.
- Experience in large, complex enterprise data environments with multiple data sources.
- Prior experience supporting State of Michigan projects or other public-sector environments.
- Knowledge of IBM Knowledge Catalog (metadata, lineage, governance).
- Exposure to IBM Manta for lineage and impact analysis.
- Familiarity with cloud-native platforms such as OpenShift or Kubernetes.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control, and Agile methodologies.
INTRODUCTION
The MDHHS/DTMB AS Analytics and Visualization Division is seeking a Senior ETL Developer with extensive experience in IBM DataStage, IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D), and Teradata 20. The resource will support enterprise data modernization efforts, including migration of legacy workloads to CP4D, development of robust ETL pipelines, and technical leadership for data quality, governance, and integration initiatives. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, advanced ETL engineering skills, and the ability to work effectively across complex enterprise environments.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design, build, enhance, and optimize ETL pipelines using IBM DataStage (parallel/server jobs, performance tuning, job sequencing).
- Support the migration of DataStage workloads from on-premise environments to IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D), including refactoring, modernization, testing, and validation.
- Develop and optimize complex SQL and BTEQ scripts for Teradata 20, supporting large-scale data integrations and analytics workloads.
- Create automation scripts using Python, Shell scripting, and XML for ETL workflows and data processing.
- Apply Master Data Management (MDM) and data governance principles to ensure consistency, quality, and reliability across systems.
- Work collaboratively with MDHHS data architects, DBAs, analysts, business owners, and technical teams to align deliverables with program objectives.
- Conduct troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and remediation activities for ETL pipeline issues.
- Support Agile delivery, including sprint participation, documentation, testing, and continuous improvement activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 1+ years of hands-on experience with IBM Cloud Pak for Data (CP4D).
- 3+ years of strong experience with Teradata 20, including SQL/BTEQ, performance optimization, and working with large enterprise datasets.
- 5+ years of Unix/Linux scripting and system operations.
- 3+ years of Advanced SQL for analysis and ETL support.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Public health, Health Industry, or State Government experience.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, Data Analytics, or related field.
OTHER DESIRED SKILLS
- 5+ years of experience developing ETL solutions using IBM DataStage.
- Proficiency in:
- Python for automation
- MDM, data quality, and data governance methodologies
- Proven ability to translate business and technical requirements into scalable ETL and data integration solutions.
- Experience in large, complex enterprise data environments with multiple data sources.
- Prior experience supporting State of Michigan projects or other public-sector environments.
- Knowledge of IBM Knowledge Catalog (metadata, lineage, governance).
- Exposure to IBM Manta for lineage and impact analysis.
- Familiarity with cloud-native platforms such as OpenShift or Kubernetes.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, version control, and Agile methodologies.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Cloud Solutions Architect
Target cloud-native employers, not just cloud users
Companies whose core product runs on AWS, Azure, or GCP are far more likely to sponsor than enterprises that simply use cloud tools. Focus your search on SaaS firms, managed service providers, and cloud consultancies where this role is central to the business.
Lead with cloud certifications on your resume
AWS Solutions Architect, Google Professional Cloud Architect, and Azure Solutions Architect Expert certifications signal employer-ready skills immediately. Hiring managers at sponsoring companies use these as a shortcut to confirm you can contribute without a long ramp-up period.
Quantify architecture decisions with business outcomes
Sponsoring employers want proof your designs reduce costs or improve reliability. Describe projects in terms of latency reduced, uptime improved, or infrastructure spend optimized. Generic cloud experience without measurable impact rarely moves candidates past the screening stage.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early in conversations
Computer science, electrical engineering, and information systems graduates typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Confirming your degree field qualifies before interviews removes a common employer hesitation and positions you as a lower-friction hire than they may expect.
Prioritize large cloud practices within consulting firms
Firms like Deloitte, Accenture, and Cognizant run established cloud practices with dedicated immigration teams and H-1B visa sponsorship pipelines. These employers handle OPT-to-H-1B transitions routinely, which means less internal friction compared to companies sponsoring for the first time.
Demonstrate multi-cloud or hybrid architecture experience
Architects who can design across AWS, Azure, and GCP are harder to replace and easier for employers to justify sponsoring. Even one cross-cloud migration project on your resume meaningfully differentiates you from candidates with single-platform depth only.
Cloud Solutions Architect OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Cloud Solutions Architect roles commonly lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Cloud Solutions Architect is classified as a specialty occupation under USCIS guidelines because the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a closely related field. Major cloud employers and consulting firms sponsor H-1B for this title routinely. You can browse OPT-friendly Cloud Solutions Architect roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with active sponsorship histories.
Does a Cloud Solutions Architect role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not your job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, computer engineering, or a related discipline, you're eligible to apply for the 24-month extension. The job itself doesn't determine eligibility. Confirm your degree's CIP code qualifies with your DSO before accepting an offer.
What degree backgrounds do employers typically accept for this role on OPT?
Most employers hiring Cloud Solutions Architects on OPT accept degrees in computer science, computer engineering, information systems, electrical engineering, or software engineering. Some also consider degrees in mathematics or applied sciences if paired with strong cloud certifications and relevant project experience. A degree with direct alignment to the role strengthens both your application and any future H-1B petition.
Can I start a Cloud Solutions Architect job on OPT before getting H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. You can work on post-completion OPT immediately after graduation while your employer evaluates you for H-1B sponsorship. If you have a STEM-eligible degree, the 24-month extension gives you until early 2028 if you graduate in 2025, providing a meaningful window for at least two H-1B lottery cycles. Confirm your OPT start date aligns with your employment offer before signing.
Is Cloud Solutions Architect considered a specialty occupation for visa purposes?
USCIS has consistently approved H-1B petitions for solutions architect roles when the job description requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge and a specific degree. The key is that the job posting must require a degree in a specific technical field, not just 'a bachelor's degree in any discipline.' Vague job descriptions can complicate an H-1B petition, so it's worth reviewing the offer letter carefully.