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ETL Developer jobs on OPT are a strong fit for F-1 students with backgrounds in computer science, information systems, or data engineering. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers typically expect proficiency in SQL, Python, and at least one ETL tool like Informatica or SSIS.
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Role description
Data ETL / Data Engineer
Associate Data Architect I
Who We Are:
Born digital, UST transforms lives through the power of technology. We walk alongside our clients and partners, embedding innovation and agility into everything they do. We help them create transformative experiences and human-centered solutions for a better world.
UST is a mission-driven group of 29,000+ practical problem solvers and creative thinkers in more than 30 countries. Our entrepreneurial teams are empowered to innovate, act nimbly, and create a lasting and sustainable impact for our clients, their customers, and the communities in which we live.
With us, you’ll create a boundless impact that transforms your career—and the lives of people across the world.
You Are:
UST is searching for a skilled Data ETL/Data Engineer with strong expertise in data integration, ETL development, data warehousing, and large-scale data processing.
The opportunity:
- Design, develop, test, and maintain ETL/data pipeline solutions.
- Build scalable data processing workflows using Python and PySpark.
- Develop and optimize SQL/PLSQL scripts for data extraction, transformation, and loading.
- Design and maintain data warehouse architectures and data models.
- Perform performance tuning and query optimization for large datasets.
- Work with Databricks, Snowflake, and PostgreSQL environments.
- Manage source code repositories using Bitbucket and follow CI/CD best practices.
- Leverage AI-powered development tools to improve productivity and code quality.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, data analysts, and cross-functional teams to deliver data solutions.
- Create technical documentation and support production deployments.
This position description identifies the responsibilities and tasks typically associated with the performance of the position. Other relevant essential functions may be required.
What you need:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field.
- Strong experience in ETL development and data engineering.
- Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, and PySpark.
- Experience in data warehousing and database performance tuning.
- Knowledge of cloud-based data platforms and modern data engineering practices.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
Primary Skills
- SQL & PL/SQL Development
- Python Programming
- PySpark ETL Development and Data Integration
- Data Warehousing Concepts and Development
- Query Performance Tuning and Optimization
- Bitbucket/Git Version Control
- Experience leveraging AI tools such as GitHub Copilot and Windsurf
Secondary Skills
- Databricks
- Snowflake
- PostgreSQL (AWS RDS PostgreSQL)
- Developing AI Agents and AI-driven solutions
- Shell Scripting
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Databricks and Snowflake.
- Exposure to AI Agent development and Generative AI technologies.
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
- Knowledge of AWS cloud services and PostgreSQL database administration.
Primary Skillset(s) / Experience Needed:
- SQL, T-SQL, ETL, Database Development experience, performance tuning, bitbucket/git, leveraging AI tools like Copilot/Windsurf
- Postgres, shell scripts
Role Location: Virginia
Compensation Range: $106,000-$159,000
Benefits
Full-time, regular employees accrue a minimum of 10 days of paid vacation per year, receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year), 10 paid holidays, and are eligible for paid bereavement leave and jury duty. They are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as the following Company-paid Employee Only benefits: basic life insurance, accidental death and disability insurance, and short- and long-term disability benefits. Regular employees may purchase additional voluntary short-term disability benefits, and participate in a Health Savings Account (HSA) as well as a Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare, dependent child care, and/or commuting expenses as allowable under IRS guidelines. Benefits offerings vary in Puerto Rico.
Part-time employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) Retirement Plan with employer matching.
Full-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year) and are eligible to participate in the Company’s 401(k) program with employer matching. They and their dependents residing in the US are eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Part-time temporary employees receive 6 days of paid sick leave each year (pro-rated for new hires throughout the year).
All US employees who work in a state or locality with more generous paid sick leave benefits than specified here will receive the benefit of those sick leave laws.
What we believe:
We proudly embrace the values that have shaped UST since day one. We build our culture of Humility, Humanity, and Integrity. These values inspire us to nurture a people-first, human centric culture that fosters diversity, prioritizes sustainable solutions, and keeps our people and clients at the forefront of all decisions.
Humility:
We will listen, learn, be empathetic and help selflessly in our interactions with everyone.
Humanity:
Through business, we will better the lives of those less fortunate than ourselves.
Integrity:
We honor our commitments and act with responsibility in all our relationships.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
UST is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
UST reserves the right to periodically redefine your roles and responsibilities based on the requirements of the organization and/or your performance.
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Skills
Agentic AI, Bitbucket, Data Engineering, Data Modeling, Shell Scripting, Snowflake, Python
Benefits
Compensation range: $106,000.00 to $159,000.00 per year
About UST
UST is a global digital transformation solutions provider. For more than 20 years, UST has worked side by side with the world’s best companies to make a real impact through transformation. Powered by technology, inspired by people and led by purpose, UST partners with their clients from design to operation. With deep domain expertise and a future-proof philosophy, UST embeds innovation and agility into their clients’ organizations. With over 30,000 employees in 30 countries, UST builds for boundless impact—touching billions of lives in the process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as an Etl Developer
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT
ETL Developer roles fall under CIP code 11.0401 (Information Science) or 14.0901 (Computer Engineering). Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before accepting an offer to ensure your 24-month STEM extension is valid.
Lead with your technical stack in applications
Hiring managers screening ETL candidates look for specific tools first. List SQL, Python, Spark, Informatica, SSIS, or Talend prominently on your resume. Burying these under soft skills costs you callbacks from technical recruiters scanning quickly.
Target employers already filing H-1B petitions
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for data engineers in the past are your most likely OPT employers. Check DOL LCA disclosure data for ETL or data integration job titles to identify sponsorship-ready companies before applying.
Address OPT timing transparently with recruiters
ETL roles often involve long-term data infrastructure projects. Letting recruiters know your STEM OPT end date upfront reassures them you have sufficient runway, especially if you have 18 or more months of authorization remaining.
Build a portfolio of data pipeline projects
Employers hiring ETL Developers want evidence of real pipeline work, not just coursework. Document two or three personal or academic projects involving data extraction, transformation, and loading on GitHub with clear README files and schema diagrams.
Understand your E-Verify obligation as an OPT student
STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Before your start date, confirm this with HR. An employer not enrolled in E-Verify cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, regardless of the offer letter.
Etl Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do ETL Developer jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most ETL Developer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, provided your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, or data science. The extension brings your total OPT period to 36 months. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before relying on STEM eligibility for a specific offer.
How do I find ETL Developer jobs that sponsor OPT or H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you are not wasting applications on employers who will not sponsor. Beyond that, DOL LCA disclosure data is publicly searchable and shows which companies have filed for data engineering and ETL roles under H-1B in recent years, which is a reliable proxy for sponsorship intent.
Can I work as a contractor or through a staffing agency on OPT as an ETL Developer?
You can work through a staffing agency on OPT, but the arrangement must meet USCIS requirements. You need a bona fide employer-employee relationship, a defined work assignment, and the end client or staffing agency must be E-Verify enrolled for STEM OPT. Third-party placement arrangements in the ETL space are common but require careful documentation to avoid status violations.
What technical skills give OPT students the best chance of landing an ETL Developer role?
SQL proficiency is non-negotiable for virtually every ETL Developer role. Beyond that, employers consistently look for experience with at least one ETL platform (Informatica, SSIS, Talend, or AWS Glue), Python or Scala for transformation logic, and familiarity with cloud data warehouses like Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery. Data modeling fundamentals and experience with version control also strengthen your profile significantly.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify for my ETL Developer OPT job?
E-Verify enrollment is required only for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, not for standard 12-month OPT. If you are on initial OPT, your employer does not need E-Verify enrollment. Once you file for the STEM extension, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extended start date, and you must report the employment to your DSO within 10 days.