OPT DevOps Jobs

DevOps and cloud infrastructure roles are among the fastest-growing areas of technology hiring, and OPT students with hands-on experience in CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and cloud platforms are actively recruited by technology companies, financial services firms, and IT consulting organizations. DevOps roles map cleanly to STEM degrees in computer science and related engineering fields, making the STEM OPT extension readily available for most candidates in this space.

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Baylor University
Assistant Director of Development Operations
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Baylor University
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Assistant Director of Development Operations
Baylor University
Waco, Texas
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Marketing
Content & Communications
Project Management
Communications
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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St Thomas University Inc
Career Development Operations Administrator
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St Thomas University Inc
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Career Development Operations Administrator
St Thomas University Inc
Miami Gardens, Florida
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
On-Site
Bachelor's

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French American School Of Puget Sound
Development Operations & Stewardship Manager
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Development Operations & Stewardship Manager
French American School Of Puget Sound
Mercer Island, Washington
Project & Program Management
Customer Service & Support
Business Operations
Data Science & Analytics
Customer Service
$60k - $75k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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NetApp
DevOps Engineer
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NetApp
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DevOps Engineer
NetApp
Morrisville, North Carolina
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
Technical Program Management
$113k - $168k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Fannie Mae
Sr. DevOps Engineer
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Fannie Mae
Added 3d ago
Sr. DevOps Engineer
Fannie Mae
Reston, Virginia
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Technical Program Management
$123k - $161k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
5,001-10,000

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DevOps Jobs for OPT Students: Job Search Tips

DevOps roles are strongly STEM-aligned and commonly sponsored for H-1B

DevOps engineering draws on computer science, information systems, and software engineering degrees, all STEM-classified. Technology companies that hire DevOps engineers are also among the most active H-1B visa sponsors, making this a strong field for both OPT and long-term status planning.

Confirm E-Verify status with any DevOps employer you consider

For STEM OPT eligibility, the employer must be E-Verify enrolled. Most large technology companies and cloud-focused employers are enrolled, but smaller startups may not be. Confirming this before accepting an offer protects your ability to extend your authorization.

Cloud certifications significantly strengthen DevOps applications

AWS, GCP, and Azure certifications signal practical cloud infrastructure skills that employers can evaluate immediately. Pursuing one certification during your OPT job search is a concrete way to differentiate yourself from candidates with similar academic backgrounds.

DevOps roles often require demonstrated experience with CI/CD pipelines

Employers hiring DevOps engineers want to see hands-on experience with tools like Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Kubernetes, and Terraform. Building and documenting personal infrastructure projects demonstrates practical skills when professional experience is limited.

Staffing firms that place DevOps contractors can be useful, with some caveats

Some staffing firms specialize in placing OPT students in DevOps roles on client projects. These arrangements can work well for building experience, but confirm that the employer of record is E-Verify enrolled and that the role aligns with your degree before signing anything.

Ask about H-1B sponsorship history during the offer stage

DevOps engineering is a consistently sponsored H-1B category at technology companies. Asking about a company’s prior H-1B filing history, and their willingness to use premium processing, is a practical question that experienced employers will answer directly.

DevOps OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Do DevOps jobs qualify for STEM OPT?

Yes, DevOps roles are a direct application of computer science, software engineering, and related STEM degrees. As long as your employer is E-Verify enrolled and your role connects to your technical degree, DevOps positions qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The technical depth of DevOps work makes the field-of-study connection clear and easy to document on the I-983 training plan.

What DevOps skills are most valued by OPT employers?

Proficiency with at least one major cloud platform including AWS, Azure, or GCP is the most commonly required foundation. Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions, infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, and scripting in Python or Bash are the skills that appear most frequently in job descriptions. Building hands-on experience with these tools through projects or internships makes your candidacy concrete.

Which types of companies hire DevOps engineers on OPT most consistently?

Technology companies with large-scale infrastructure, financial services firms running cloud transformation programs, IT consulting companies implementing DevOps practices for enterprise clients, and healthcare technology organizations are among the most consistent OPT hirers in this space. Companies undergoing cloud migration or digital transformation have particularly high demand for DevOps talent and are motivated to hire and retain international candidates.

Is DevOps a good field for securing H-1B sponsorship after OPT?

DevOps is one of the stronger fields for H-1B sponsorship because the technical skills are specialized, the demand is high, and the talent pool is competitive. Employers who invest in a DevOps engineer during their OPT period have a strong incentive to sponsor H-1B to retain that person. Building depth in cloud platforms and automation tools during your OPT period increases both your value to your employer and your mobility in the broader job market.

Can I work as a DevOps contractor on STEM OPT?

During STEM OPT, you need a direct employer-employee relationship where your employer supervises your work rather than a client or end user. Working as a full-time employee of an IT consulting or staffing firm that places you at client sites is generally compliant as long as your direct employer maintains proper oversight. Independent contracting where you manage your own clients is not permitted on STEM OPT.