OPT Devops Lead Jobs
DevOps Lead roles on OPT require employers willing to sponsor H-1B visa or provide STEM OPT extension support, since most positions involve managing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines at a senior level. STEM OPT students in computer science or engineering fields typically qualify, giving you up to three years of work authorization to build toward long-term sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Description Sage Software Inc.
Senior DevOps Engineer
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: Up to $172,912.00 per year
Work with diverse engineering teams to build innovative cloud-based financial solutions.
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Define and support the tooling for test automation, build automation, and environment/infrastructure automation, in both on-premises and cloud environments.
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Collaborate with multiple teams and domain experts to build/maintain CI/CD (continuous integration/continuous delivery) pipelines.
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Work closely with Development and QA teams to understand the build, release, branching and versioning requirements for code and SQL/Database migrations.
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Drive automation and reliability at all levels and maintain a conscious level of security during all aspects of work performed.
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Assist with Cloud related projects using tools like Kubernetes, Docker, Helm Charts, Terraform (Infrastructure as a code), Ansible, Jenkins, GitHub, Zabbix, New Relic, GitOps (Argo CD), Networking, AWS and Azure clouds etc.
Telecommuting permitted up to 100%
Key Responsibilities Requirements:
Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Applied Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a Senior DevOps Engineer-related occupation.
Position requires 24 months of experience in the following:
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Write code and scripts to build code pipelines for Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment and Continuous Delivery to automate the software delivery process.
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Perform testing, troubleshooting and bug fixing on Linux and Windows operating systems to address code and deployment errors.
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Develop code and scripts to automate processes wherever possible using various DevOps tools, including Kubernetes, Docker, Helm Charts, Terraform (Infrastructure as a code), Ansible, Jenkins, GitHub, Zabbix, New Relic, ArgoCD, Networking, AWS and Azure clouds.
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Develop process and automation tools to support customer goals and needs where cost is appropriate.
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Design and develop on-premises, cloud-based infrastructure and platform solutions using Infrastructure-as-code (IaC).
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Perform Development Operations functions across the series of products teams focused on enabling cloud infrastructure and services to support end users.
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Develop and maintain secure development life cycle practices including security testing and threat modeling.
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Design, develop and deliver resilient, secure, multi-channel, high-volume, high-transaction, on/off-premises, cloud-based solutions to host applications.
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Function using ITIL framework including incident, change, and problem management to implement work streams using Agile methodology.
Contact:
To apply, please submit resume at https://tinyurl.com/VN43695. Must reference job VN43695
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Job Description Sage Software Inc.
Senior DevOps Engineer
Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Salary: Up to $172,912.00 per year
Work with diverse engineering teams to build innovative cloud-based financial solutions.
-
Define and support the tooling for test automation, build automation, and environment/infrastructure automation, in both on-premises and cloud environments.
-
Collaborate with multiple teams and domain experts to build/maintain CI/CD (continuous integration/continuous delivery) pipelines.
-
Work closely with Development and QA teams to understand the build, release, branching and versioning requirements for code and SQL/Database migrations.
-
Drive automation and reliability at all levels and maintain a conscious level of security during all aspects of work performed.
-
Assist with Cloud related projects using tools like Kubernetes, Docker, Helm Charts, Terraform (Infrastructure as a code), Ansible, Jenkins, GitHub, Zabbix, New Relic, GitOps (Argo CD), Networking, AWS and Azure clouds etc.
Telecommuting permitted up to 100%
Key Responsibilities Requirements:
Employer will accept a Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Applied Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or in a Senior DevOps Engineer-related occupation.
Position requires 24 months of experience in the following:
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Write code and scripts to build code pipelines for Continuous Integration, Continuous Deployment and Continuous Delivery to automate the software delivery process.
-
Perform testing, troubleshooting and bug fixing on Linux and Windows operating systems to address code and deployment errors.
-
Develop code and scripts to automate processes wherever possible using various DevOps tools, including Kubernetes, Docker, Helm Charts, Terraform (Infrastructure as a code), Ansible, Jenkins, GitHub, Zabbix, New Relic, ArgoCD, Networking, AWS and Azure clouds.
-
Develop process and automation tools to support customer goals and needs where cost is appropriate.
-
Design and develop on-premises, cloud-based infrastructure and platform solutions using Infrastructure-as-code (IaC).
-
Perform Development Operations functions across the series of products teams focused on enabling cloud infrastructure and services to support end users.
-
Develop and maintain secure development life cycle practices including security testing and threat modeling.
-
Design, develop and deliver resilient, secure, multi-channel, high-volume, high-transaction, on/off-premises, cloud-based solutions to host applications.
-
Function using ITIL framework including incident, change, and problem management to implement work streams using Agile methodology.
Contact:
To apply, please submit resume at https://tinyurl.com/VN43695. Must reference job VN43695
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Devops Lead
Target STEM-designated degree holders
DevOps Lead roles typically fall under CIP codes for computer science, information systems, or engineering. Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT extension before applying, since three years of authorization significantly improves your sponsorship negotiation position with employers.
Demonstrate infrastructure ownership, not just tooling
Employers sponsoring a Lead-level role need to justify the petition cost. Show you own systems end-to-end: architecture decisions, incident response, and team mentorship. Tooling lists alone won't differentiate you from junior candidates at the sponsorship conversation stage.
Start the H-1B conversation during the offer stage
Don't wait until your OPT expires to raise H-1B visa. Ask during offer negotiation whether the company has sponsored H-1B before and has an immigration attorney on retainer. Companies with established processes move faster and make better sponsors.
Prioritize employers with cloud contracts
Companies holding government or enterprise cloud contracts, particularly AWS or Azure partners, have recurring demand for DevOps Leads and stronger financial incentives to retain and sponsor skilled engineers. These employers are more likely to absorb sponsorship costs as part of retention.
Report all employment promptly through your DSO
OPT requires timely reporting of employer changes, unemployment gaps, and job title shifts to your Designated School Official. A role change from DevOps Engineer to DevOps Lead counts as a material update and should be reported within the required timeframe to stay in status.
Use your STEM OPT period to build a sponsorship track record
Hiring managers sponsoring a Lead are betting on long-term value. Use your STEM extension years to lead a measurable infrastructure project, reduce incident rates, or cut deployment time. Concrete outcomes make the H-1B petition narrative significantly easier to write.
Devops Lead OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a DevOps Lead on OPT?
Yes, if your OPT is authorized and your employer is set up to employ you legally. The role must be directly related to your degree field. Most DevOps Lead positions align with computer science, information systems, or engineering degrees, which also qualify for the STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three additional years of authorization beyond the initial 12 months.
Does a DevOps Lead role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It typically does, provided your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, software engineering, or information technology. The job itself must also be directly related to that degree. DevOps Lead responsibilities, including infrastructure engineering, automation, and systems reliability, generally satisfy that requirement, but your DSO makes the final determination when approving the extension application.
How do I find DevOps Lead jobs that offer OPT sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and lists DevOps Lead roles from employers open to OPT work authorization. Filtering by visa sponsorship willingness saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process, which is a common and costly mistake for OPT candidates in competitive technical roles.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I move from DevOps Engineer to DevOps Lead at the same company?
A promotion within the same employer generally does not require a new OPT authorization, but you must report the change to your DSO if your job title or responsibilities shift materially. If the new role is still related to your degree field, you remain in compliance. Keep documentation of the promotion and confirm the update is reflected in your SEVIS record through your school's international student office.
Will my DevOps Lead experience on OPT strengthen an H-1B petition?
Yes, substantially. H-1B petitions for Lead-level roles benefit from demonstrated specialization and seniority. If you've managed infrastructure at scale, led a team, or driven measurable outcomes during your OPT period, those specifics strengthen the specialty occupation argument in the petition. USCIS scrutinizes vague or generalist job descriptions, so concrete technical scope and leadership evidence make a meaningful difference.