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Front End Software Engineer roles are among the most actively sponsored positions for F-1 OPT students. Most employers accept STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to three years of work authorization. Strong JavaScript and React skills are what hiring teams screen for first.
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IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking Front-End Engineers to provide the face of the IXL product.
The IXL Product Engineering team develops the user-facing features of the website and the back-end code that connects these features to our databases and other services. We created and maintain the practice engine, where students answer the questions created by the Content team; Analytics, which turns practice data into actionable information for teachers; the Recommendations area, which suggests skills for students to try next; and much more.
You will utilize cutting-edge technologies like React to bring dynamic, user-facing components to life. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions, and we are eager to have you join our team. At IXL, we believe that building a creative and engaging user experience is invaluable to our mission of improving education through technology.
This position requires you to be in our San Mateo, CA, headquarters office.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Take control of the whole front-end development process from code design to implementation
- Collaborate with product managers to build a world-class user experience
- Tackle tough design challenges to create reusable user interfaces while writing clean, scalable code
- Engineer the front-end architecture that powers our web application
- Discover new technologies and establish best practices as the front-end landscape evolves
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 3+ years of experience in software engineering
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline
- Expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Familiarity with at least one JavaScript library or framework (e.g., React, Angular, Ember)
- Passion for new technologies, current trends, and best practices in front-end architecture, including performance, accessibility, security, and usability
- Enthusiasm for improving education through technology
The base salary range for this full-time position is $116,000 to $150,000 + equity + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
ABOUT IXL LEARNING
IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:
- 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
- Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
- Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
- Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources
Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.
At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.
INTRODUCTION
IXL Learning, developer of personalized learning products used by millions of people globally, is seeking Front-End Engineers to provide the face of the IXL product.
The IXL Product Engineering team develops the user-facing features of the website and the back-end code that connects these features to our databases and other services. We created and maintain the practice engine, where students answer the questions created by the Content team; Analytics, which turns practice data into actionable information for teachers; the Recommendations area, which suggests skills for students to try next; and much more.
You will utilize cutting-edge technologies like React to bring dynamic, user-facing components to life. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions, and we are eager to have you join our team. At IXL, we believe that building a creative and engaging user experience is invaluable to our mission of improving education through technology.
This position requires you to be in our San Mateo, CA, headquarters office.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Take control of the whole front-end development process from code design to implementation
- Collaborate with product managers to build a world-class user experience
- Tackle tough design challenges to create reusable user interfaces while writing clean, scalable code
- Engineer the front-end architecture that powers our web application
- Discover new technologies and establish best practices as the front-end landscape evolves
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
- 3+ years of experience in software engineering
- Bachelor's or advanced degree in computer science or a related discipline
- Expertise in HTML, CSS, JavaScript
- Familiarity with at least one JavaScript library or framework (e.g., React, Angular, Ember)
- Passion for new technologies, current trends, and best practices in front-end architecture, including performance, accessibility, security, and usability
- Enthusiasm for improving education through technology
The base salary range for this full-time position is $116,000 to $150,000 + equity + benefits. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
ABOUT IXL LEARNING
IXL Learning is the country's largest EdTech company. We reach millions of learners through our diverse range of products. For example:
- 1 in 4 students in the United States uses IXL.com
- Rosetta Stone provides an immersive learning experience for 25 languages
- Wyzant is the nation's largest community of tutors, covering 300+ subjects
- Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT) is a comprehensive marketplace for millions of educator-created resources
Our mission is to create innovative products that will make a real, positive difference for learners and educators and we're looking for passionate, mission-minded people to join us in achieving this goal. We have a unique culture at IXL that fosters collaboration and the open exchange of ideas. We value our team and treat one another with kindness and respect. We approach our work with passion, tenacity, and authenticity. We find it immensely satisfying to develop products that impact the lives of millions and we are eager to have you join our team.
At IXL, we value diversity in age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, political and religious beliefs, and life experience, and we are proud to promote a work environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. IXL Learning is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants and employees based on any legally protected category.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Front End Software Engineer
Filter by STEM OPT eligibility from the start
Front end engineering falls under CIP code 11.0701, which qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your degree is STEM-designated before applying so you can accurately represent your full authorization window to employers.
Lead with your framework depth, not just your tool list
Hiring managers for front end roles care about React, Vue, or Angular depth far more than breadth. Show production experience with one framework in detail rather than listing every technology you have touched in a course project.
Address your OPT timeline proactively in outreach
When emailing a recruiter cold, mention your current OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility in the first paragraph. Sponsors want to know how long they have before needing to file an H-1B visa, so make that math easy for them.
Target companies with existing front end OPT sponsorship history
Employers who have sponsored front end engineers before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer over paperwork concerns. Prioritize these companies early in your search to avoid wasting time on unfamiliar sponsors.
Build a portfolio that signals production-ready work
A deployed project with real users, documented performance optimizations, or accessibility improvements signals you are job-ready without training. Recruiters reviewing OPT candidates pay close attention to portfolios because they cannot rely on a referral network yet.
Clarify who handles E-Verify before accepting an offer
STEM OPT employers must be E-Verify enrolled. Ask HR early in the process whether the company is enrolled and whether your specific work site qualifies, especially if the role is remote or at a client location rather than headquarters.
Front End Software Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Front End Software Engineer on OPT?
Yes. Front end software engineering is a qualifying STEM field under most F-1 OPT programs, and roles in this category are among the most commonly sponsored for OPT students. Your employment must be directly related to your degree field, so a computer science, software engineering, or related STEM degree typically satisfies that requirement. You can browse open roles on Migrate Mate to find employers actively accepting OPT candidates.
Does a Front End Software Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It does, provided your degree is classified under an eligible STEM CIP code such as computer science or computer engineering. The STEM extension adds 24 months to your initial 12-month OPT period, giving you up to three years total. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify for the extension to be valid. Confirm both your degree classification and your employer's E-Verify status before submitting your STEM extension application to your DSO.
What visa sponsorship options exist after OPT for this role?
The H-1B cap-subject lottery is the most common pathway for front end engineers. Software roles generally qualify as specialty occupations, which is the H-1B eligibility threshold. Some employers, particularly in finance and consulting, also sponsor O-1 visas for engineers with exceptional portfolios or open source contributions. A smaller number of companies will sponsor an EB-2 or EB-3 green card directly from OPT, though this is more common after one to two years of employment.
How much time does an employer need to sponsor a Front End Software Engineer on OPT?
For the initial OPT period, no employer sponsorship is required beyond completing your I-983 training plan for the STEM extension. For H-1B sponsorship, the employer needs to file by the April 1 registration deadline for employment starting October 1. If you start OPT in mid-year, make sure your STEM extension timeline aligns with the H-1B cap year so there is no gap in work authorization between your extension expiring and an H-1B approval.
Are front end engineering roles harder to get sponsored than back end or full stack roles?
Front end roles are generally sponsored at similar rates to full stack positions and at slightly higher rates than back end roles at startups, where product-facing engineers are often prioritized. The stronger your demonstrated experience with React or similar frameworks, the less friction you will face around sponsorship conversations. Specializations in performance engineering, accessibility, or design systems tend to strengthen your candidacy further.