OPT Devops Manager Jobs
DevOps Manager roles are actively sponsored for OPT, particularly at mid-size tech companies and enterprises scaling their cloud infrastructure. Most positions require H-1B visa sponsorship intent, so your 12-month OPT window, and 24-month STEM extension if you hold a qualifying degree, shape which employers are realistic targets.
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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.
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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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Devops Manager
Target STEM OPT-eligible employers first
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for engineering managers in the past are your strongest leads. Filter for employers with a track record of filing for DevOps or infrastructure roles, not just software engineers broadly.
Lead with infrastructure scope, not just tools
Hiring managers want DevOps Managers who can own platform reliability and team delivery, not just configure pipelines. Frame your experience around uptime metrics, incident reduction, and cross-functional ownership to stand out from purely technical candidates.
Address your OPT timeline directly in outreach
Recruiters at sponsoring companies appreciate clarity. Stating your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility upfront removes ambiguity and signals you understand the process, which builds confidence rather than raising concerns about your work authorization.
Prioritize companies with existing H-1B infrastructure
Firms that already work with immigration counsel and have sponsored engineers are far more likely to sponsor a DevOps Manager. Look for mid-to-large tech companies and cloud-heavy enterprises where this role sits on a defined career path.
Quantify your team and platform impact
DevOps Manager roles attract strong competition. Concrete numbers, such as team size managed, deployment frequency improvements, or cost reductions from infrastructure changes, make your resume sponsorable because they justify the role's business-critical nature to USCIS.
Apply early relative to your OPT expiration
H-1B cap sponsorship requires filing by April 1 each year for an October 1 start. If your OPT expires mid-cycle, a STEM extension is essential. Identify your timeline at least nine months in advance to align with employer hiring and petition windows.
Devops Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a DevOps Manager on F-1 OPT?
Yes. DevOps Manager is a specialty occupation that qualifies for OPT work authorization. The role typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a related engineering field. If your degree falls under a STEM-designated CIP code, you may also qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension after your initial 12 months.
Does a DevOps Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If you hold a STEM-designated degree, such as computer science, computer engineering, or information technology, and the employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you can apply for the 24-month extension. DevOps Manager roles almost always satisfy the practical training requirement because the work directly relates to STEM fields.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor a DevOps Manager for an H-1B?
Technology companies, cloud service providers, and large enterprises with dedicated platform or SRE teams are the most consistent sponsors for this role. Companies already running on AWS, GCP, or Azure at scale tend to treat DevOps Managers as business-critical hires, which strengthens the case for sponsorship. Migrate Mate lists DevOps Manager openings filtered by sponsorship history so you can focus on realistic targets.
How does the H-1B cap timing affect my job search as a DevOps Manager on OPT?
H-1B cap petitions must be filed by April 1 for an October 1 start date. If your OPT expires before October 1 and you have not filed for a STEM extension, there will be a gap in work authorization. Most OPT students in this situation file for the STEM extension to bridge that gap. Start your job search at least nine months before your OPT end date to align offers with the H-1B filing window.
Is DevOps Manager considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. DevOps Manager consistently qualifies as a specialty occupation because it requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, typically in software engineering, systems architecture, or computer science. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and degree requirement, so your offer letter and employer documentation need to clearly connect the role to a defined technical discipline.