OPT Infrastructure And Operations Jobs
Infrastructure and Operations roles, covering systems administration, cloud infrastructure, network engineering, and IT support, are among the most actively sponsored positions for F-1 OPT students. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM extension, aligns well with the multi-year hiring timelines common in enterprise IT environments.
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Transform the backbone of digital infrastructure by leading a dynamic team that builds and maintains the critical networks powering global technology. In this role, you'll drive operational excellence, optimize data center deployment strategies, and create seamless connectivity solutions that support Amazon's massive technological ecosystem.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the clouds running. We support all AWS data centers and all the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
The ideal candidate will possess a technology background that enables them to understand the complexities of the sophisticated network architecture of Amazon data centers. To be a qualified candidate for this role you must have experience operating in large-scale data center or a background in telecom networks and display a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically, as this is needed to align the future of Infrastructure Delivery with the larger objectives of the business.
You will be responsible for managing a group of technicians who are installing and building server rack capacity for our customers. You must be passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to innovations in Data Center Infrastructure.
- Managing and developing teams of technicians and engineers, providing both technical and leadership expertise and ensuring the highest levels of performance.
- Delivering capacity to existing Data Centers
- Helping build and bring online new Data Centers
- Constantly improving all our processes and procedures. We believe there is nothing we cannot improve
- Assisting & managing relationships with external vendors & contractors
- Liaising with internal teams & management groups
- Ensuring we adhere to and exceed local Health & Safety standards in all our Data Centers
- Creating and maintaining metrics on all aspects of our Data Centers and utilizing those metrics to drive positive changes
- Assisting in implementing service methodologies including incident management, problem management, change management, capacity management, etc.
This role supports data centers in various operational stages. The position may be assigned to a facility still under development, which could require travel to established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully operational.
Essential Requirements:
- Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of TCP/IP networking, network cabling, fiber, optic types, and test equipment experience
- 2+ years of management/team lead function experience
- 2+ years of in a data center technology role experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field (e.g., Computer Science, Network Engineering), or experience in professional or military IT-related roles
- Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
- Knowledge of networking infrastructure topology
- Experience conducting behavioral interviews and hiring
- Certifications in a relevant field (CCENT, Network+, CCNA)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, IN, New Carlisle - 78,400.00 - 137,300.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Transform the backbone of digital infrastructure by leading a dynamic team that builds and maintains the critical networks powering global technology. In this role, you'll drive operational excellence, optimize data center deployment strategies, and create seamless connectivity solutions that support Amazon's massive technological ecosystem.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the clouds running. We support all AWS data centers and all the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
The ideal candidate will possess a technology background that enables them to understand the complexities of the sophisticated network architecture of Amazon data centers. To be a qualified candidate for this role you must have experience operating in large-scale data center or a background in telecom networks and display a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically, as this is needed to align the future of Infrastructure Delivery with the larger objectives of the business.
You will be responsible for managing a group of technicians who are installing and building server rack capacity for our customers. You must be passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to innovations in Data Center Infrastructure.
- Managing and developing teams of technicians and engineers, providing both technical and leadership expertise and ensuring the highest levels of performance.
- Delivering capacity to existing Data Centers
- Helping build and bring online new Data Centers
- Constantly improving all our processes and procedures. We believe there is nothing we cannot improve
- Assisting & managing relationships with external vendors & contractors
- Liaising with internal teams & management groups
- Ensuring we adhere to and exceed local Health & Safety standards in all our Data Centers
- Creating and maintaining metrics on all aspects of our Data Centers and utilizing those metrics to drive positive changes
- Assisting in implementing service methodologies including incident management, problem management, change management, capacity management, etc.
This role supports data centers in various operational stages. The position may be assigned to a facility still under development, which could require travel to established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully operational.
Essential Requirements:
- Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of TCP/IP networking, network cabling, fiber, optic types, and test equipment experience
- 2+ years of management/team lead function experience
- 2+ years of in a data center technology role experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field (e.g., Computer Science, Network Engineering), or experience in professional or military IT-related roles
- Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
- Knowledge of networking infrastructure topology
- Experience conducting behavioral interviews and hiring
- Certifications in a relevant field (CCENT, Network+, CCNA)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, IN, New Carlisle - 78,400.00 - 137,300.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Infrastructure And Operations
Target employers with established IT teams
Large enterprises in finance, healthcare, and technology maintain dedicated infrastructure teams and are experienced with OPT and H-1B visa sponsorship. Mid-sized companies with 500-plus employees are more likely to have HR processes set up to handle work authorization paperwork.
Pursue your STEM OPT extension early
Infrastructure and Operations roles under CIP codes like Computer and Information Systems typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. File your I-983 training plan with your DSO at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires to avoid any gap in authorization.
Certify before you apply
AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, and CompTIA certifications signal job-ready skills and reduce employer hesitation about sponsoring international candidates. Certified candidates in cloud and systems roles consistently report faster interview progression than those without credentials in this field.
Address your OPT timeline proactively
Bring up your work authorization status before the offer stage, not after. Explain your OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility clearly. Employers appreciate candidates who understand their own visa situation and can explain next steps without requiring HR to research everything from scratch.
Emphasize on-call and operational continuity experience
Hiring managers for infrastructure roles prioritize reliability and institutional knowledge. Highlight any experience maintaining systems uptime, managing incident response, or supporting 24/7 operations. These are hard roles to backfill quickly, which gives OPT candidates more leverage during sponsorship conversations.
Focus applications on cloud-adjacent and DevOps roles
Roles blending infrastructure with software skills, such as Site Reliability Engineering and DevOps, have stronger H-1B sponsorship histories because they satisfy specialty occupation requirements more clearly. A background combining scripting, automation, and infrastructure makes your sponsorship case significantly easier for employers to justify.
Infrastructure And Operations OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Infrastructure and Operations roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most do, provided your degree falls under an eligible STEM CIP code such as Computer and Information Systems, Information Technology, or Computer Engineering. Your job duties must also align with your degree field. Roles like systems administrator, network engineer, cloud infrastructure engineer, and DevOps engineer typically satisfy both requirements. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before filing your extension application.
How do I find Infrastructure and Operations employers that sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Infrastructure and Operations roles from employers with active sponsorship histories. Rather than manually filtering thousands of generic listings, Migrate Mate lets you focus on companies that have already demonstrated willingness to sponsor international candidates in technical roles, saving significant time during a limited OPT window.
Can I work as an IT contractor or through a staffing agency on OPT?
Yes, but with important constraints. Your employment must be directly related to your degree field, and you must work at least 20 hours per week. Third-party placements are permitted, but your actual day-to-day work must constitute practical training in your field of study. Self-employment and volunteer arrangements without pay are generally not approvable. Discuss any contractor arrangement with your DSO before accepting an offer.
What happens to my OPT status if I'm laid off from an infrastructure role?
You have a 90-day aggregate unemployment allowance during your OPT period, reduced to 60 days during the STEM extension. If you lose your job, notify your DSO promptly and begin your search immediately. The 90-day clock runs continuously regardless of whether you're actively searching, so time matters. Re-employment in a qualifying role stops the unemployment count from accumulating further.
Do Infrastructure and Operations roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B sponsorship?
It depends on how the role is defined. Generic helpdesk or broad IT support positions have historically faced more scrutiny. Roles requiring a specific bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, such as cloud architects, network engineers, and systems reliability engineers, qualify more reliably. When evaluating a job offer, review whether the position description explicitly requires a relevant degree, not just a preference.