Full Stack Application Development Jobs for OPT Students
Full Stack Application Development jobs on OPT require employers to support your work authorization timeline, whether you're on a 12-month STEM OPT extension or initial OPT. Most roles involve JavaScript frameworks, backend APIs, and cloud infrastructure, making them strong candidates for STEM OPT eligibility under CIP code 11.0201.
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Equifax is seeking creative, high-energy and driven software engineers with hands-on development skills to work on a variety of meaningful projects. Our software engineering positions provide you the opportunity to join a team of talented engineers working with leading-edge technology. You are ideal for this position if you are a forward-thinking, committed, and enthusiastic software engineer who is passionate about technology.
What you’ll do
- Perform general application development activities, including unit testing, code deployment to development environment and technical documentation.
- Work on one or more projects, making contributions to unfamiliar code written by team members.
- Diagnose and resolve performance issues.
- Participate in the estimation process, use case specifications, reviews of test plans and test cases, requirements, and project planning.
- Document code/processes so that any other developer is able to dive in with minimal effort.
- Develop, and operate high scale applications from the backend to UI layer, focusing on operational excellence, security and scalability.
- Apply modern software development practices (serverless computing, microservices architecture, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, etc.)
- Work across teams to integrate our systems with existing internal systems, Data Fabric, CSA Toolset.
- Participate in technology roadmap and architecture discussions to turn business requirements and vision into reality.
- Participate in a tight-knit engineering team employing agile software development practices.
- Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues and the impact on network, or service operations and quality.
- Write, debug, and troubleshoot code in mainstream open source technologies.
- Lead effort for Sprint deliverables, and solve problems with medium complexity.
What experience you need
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 2+ years experience working with software design and Java, Python and Javascript programming languages
- 2+ years experience with software build management tools like Maven or Gradle
- 2+ years experience with HTML, CSS and frontend/web development
- 2+ years experience with software testing, performance, and quality engineering techniques and strategies
- 2+ years experience with Cloud technology: GCP, AWS, or Azure
What could set you apart
- Self-starter that identifies/responds to priority shifts with minimal supervision
- UI development (e.g. HTML, JavaScript, Angular and Bootstrap)
- Experience with backend technologies such as JAVA/J2EE, SpringBoot, SOA and Microservices
- Source code control management systems (e.g. SVN/Git, Github) and build tools like Maven & Gradle.
- Agile environments (e.g. Scrum, XP)
- Relational databases (e.g. SQL Server, MySQL)
- Atlassian tooling (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, and Github)
- Developing with modern JDK (v1.7+)
- Automated Testing: JUnit, Selenium, LoadRunner, SoapUI
INTRODUCTION
Equifax is seeking creative, high-energy and driven software engineers with hands-on development skills to work on a variety of meaningful projects. Our software engineering positions provide you the opportunity to join a team of talented engineers working with leading-edge technology. You are ideal for this position if you are a forward-thinking, committed, and enthusiastic software engineer who is passionate about technology.
What you’ll do
- Perform general application development activities, including unit testing, code deployment to development environment and technical documentation.
- Work on one or more projects, making contributions to unfamiliar code written by team members.
- Diagnose and resolve performance issues.
- Participate in the estimation process, use case specifications, reviews of test plans and test cases, requirements, and project planning.
- Document code/processes so that any other developer is able to dive in with minimal effort.
- Develop, and operate high scale applications from the backend to UI layer, focusing on operational excellence, security and scalability.
- Apply modern software development practices (serverless computing, microservices architecture, CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, etc.)
- Work across teams to integrate our systems with existing internal systems, Data Fabric, CSA Toolset.
- Participate in technology roadmap and architecture discussions to turn business requirements and vision into reality.
- Participate in a tight-knit engineering team employing agile software development practices.
- Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues and the impact on network, or service operations and quality.
- Write, debug, and troubleshoot code in mainstream open source technologies.
- Lead effort for Sprint deliverables, and solve problems with medium complexity.
What experience you need
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- 2+ years experience working with software design and Java, Python and Javascript programming languages
- 2+ years experience with software build management tools like Maven or Gradle
- 2+ years experience with HTML, CSS and frontend/web development
- 2+ years experience with software testing, performance, and quality engineering techniques and strategies
- 2+ years experience with Cloud technology: GCP, AWS, or Azure
What could set you apart
- Self-starter that identifies/responds to priority shifts with minimal supervision
- UI development (e.g. HTML, JavaScript, Angular and Bootstrap)
- Experience with backend technologies such as JAVA/J2EE, SpringBoot, SOA and Microservices
- Source code control management systems (e.g. SVN/Git, Github) and build tools like Maven & Gradle.
- Agile environments (e.g. Scrum, XP)
- Relational databases (e.g. SQL Server, MySQL)
- Atlassian tooling (e.g. JIRA, Confluence, and Github)
- Developing with modern JDK (v1.7+)
- Automated Testing: JUnit, Selenium, LoadRunner, SoapUI
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Full Stack Application Development
Target STEM-designated employers first
Companies registered with E-Verify can extend your OPT by 24 months under STEM OPT. Prioritize employers who already have this infrastructure in place, as they're familiar with the reporting requirements and won't need to learn the process from scratch.
Confirm your degree qualifies for STEM OPT
Full stack roles typically qualify under CIP codes like Computer Science (11.0101) or Computer Software Engineering (11.0201). Verify your specific degree program's CIP code with your DSO before applying, so you can confidently tell employers you're STEM OPT eligible.
Apply before your OPT start date
Most hiring timelines run six to eight weeks. Submit applications at least two months before your current authorization expires so employers aren't rushed. Hiring managers unfamiliar with OPT are more likely to move forward when there's no deadline pressure.
Lead with your technical stack, not your visa status
In applications and interviews, let your proficiency in React, Node.js, or similar technologies do the work first. Address OPT status when asked or in the final interview stage, once you've already demonstrated clear value to the team.
Clarify OPT reporting requirements proactively
STEM OPT requires your employer to submit a training plan and provide progress reports. Walking a hiring manager through this process during late-stage interviews signals maturity and reduces friction, making it easier for companies without prior OPT experience to say yes.
Browse OPT-friendly roles on Migrate Mate
Generic job boards don't filter for OPT sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate surfaces full stack roles from employers already open to OPT candidates, saving you time and reducing the frustration of applying to positions that quietly require permanent work authorization.
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Do full stack development jobs qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most full stack application development roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code, such as Computer Science (11.0101) or Software Engineering (11.0201). The job must also be directly related to your field of study. Confirm eligibility with your DSO before accepting an offer.
How do I know if a full stack employer supports OPT?
For STEM OPT, the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. You can ask HR directly whether they're E-Verify registered before investing time in the interview process. For initial 12-month OPT, any employer can hire you, but companies with prior OPT experience will be smoother to work with. Migrate Mate filters for OPT-friendly employers so you're not guessing.
Can I work as a contractor or through a staffing agency on OPT?
You can work through a staffing agency on initial OPT, but STEM OPT has stricter rules. The employer of record must be E-Verify enrolled, and third-party placement arrangements face extra scrutiny from USCIS. Your training plan must accurately reflect where you're actually working and who supervises you. Consulting your DSO before accepting a contract role is strongly recommended.
What should I include in my STEM OPT training plan for a full stack role?
Your Form I-983 training plan should outline specific learning goals tied to your degree, such as building scalable APIs, implementing CI/CD pipelines, or developing proficiency in cloud platforms like AWS or Azure. Generic descriptions don't hold up well under USCIS review. Work with your employer's HR team to write goals that are concrete, measurable, and directly connected to your academic background.
How many hours per week must I work in a full stack role on OPT?
OPT requires at least 20 hours of work per week to maintain valid F-1 status. Full-time full stack positions typically exceed this threshold, but if you accept a part-time role, make sure it clears that minimum. For STEM OPT specifically, the 20-hour rule is enforced more rigorously, and falling below it can jeopardize your authorization and future H-1B eligibility.
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