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IT Architect jobs are among the most sponsorship-friendly roles for F-1 OPT students with a computer science, information systems, or engineering degree. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, making H-1B visa transition straightforward. STEM OPT extensions are widely available, giving you up to three years of authorized work.
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Top candidates will have Apple experience with JAMF Pro.
This is a local hybrid position; meaning need to be local or willing to relocate here for this position.
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position is responsible for leading the process that aligns our information technology solutions to business system initiatives. It is responsible for coordinating and directing information technology design project activities as well as providing technology direction in support of project and support teams. It works with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective information technology solutions. It participates in overall IT planning, bringing a current knowledge and future vision of technology and systems. Analyzes business needs and corresponding technology requirements to ensure that IT solutions will offer business value and security and will be effectively integrated with current architectures. Offers consultative support regarding new technologies and system requirements.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Plans and directs information technology solution activities for projects within the IT organization.
- Ensures all information technology projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives.
- Reviews and approves information technology solution proof-of-concept projects.
- Advises in solution development tasks to include design, implementation and formal testing.
- Manages IT architectural projects including coordinating the activities of several separate operational teams which report to individual IT Managers.
- Reviews all transitions into production.
- Develops and completes actions in IT solution requirements management, technical and logistical specifications and other disciplines.
- Creates and maintains information technology standards and conceptual technical documentation to insure efficient planning and execution.
- Participates in the writing and scoring of information technology Request For Proposals.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Expert knowledge of and experience with enterprise scale technologies.
- Expertise with IT and Business Architecture concepts and best practices.
- Practical knowledge of information technology services delivery techniques.
- Practical knowledge of a broad range of information technology domains including: server virtualization, storage systems, application delivery systems, networking, security, software development, process automation, authentication and authorization systems.
- Demonstrated success with IT transformation.
- Ability to think and act both strategically and tactically.
- Ability to organize issues and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
- Must be a self-starter, be self-motivated, and able to effectively multi-task.
- Strong oral and written communicator who is able to build cooperative relationships with people.
- Results-oriented and skilled in decision making and problem solving and comfortable working in unstructured team environments.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field or equivalent.
- Three years of experience in IT solution design that spans multiple IT domains (e.g. data centers, servers, storage, networks).
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Certification in and experience in applying an architectural framework (TOGAF) and service management framework (ITIL).
- Communication, Documentation, and Diagram skills.
- Apple experience with JAMF Pro.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 85907
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule 8-5
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical
Location Name Information Technology Services
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department COR ISC 17A ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS
Category Information Technology
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
Overview
Top candidates will have Apple experience with JAMF Pro.
This is a local hybrid position; meaning need to be local or willing to relocate here for this position.
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position is responsible for leading the process that aligns our information technology solutions to business system initiatives. It is responsible for coordinating and directing information technology design project activities as well as providing technology direction in support of project and support teams. It works with decision makers in other departments to identify, recommend, develop, implement, and support cost-effective information technology solutions. It participates in overall IT planning, bringing a current knowledge and future vision of technology and systems. Analyzes business needs and corresponding technology requirements to ensure that IT solutions will offer business value and security and will be effectively integrated with current architectures. Offers consultative support regarding new technologies and system requirements.
Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Plans and directs information technology solution activities for projects within the IT organization.
- Ensures all information technology projects, initiatives, and processes are in conformance with organization's established policies and objectives.
- Reviews and approves information technology solution proof-of-concept projects.
- Advises in solution development tasks to include design, implementation and formal testing.
- Manages IT architectural projects including coordinating the activities of several separate operational teams which report to individual IT Managers.
- Reviews all transitions into production.
- Develops and completes actions in IT solution requirements management, technical and logistical specifications and other disciplines.
- Creates and maintains information technology standards and conceptual technical documentation to insure efficient planning and execution.
- Participates in the writing and scoring of information technology Request For Proposals.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Expert knowledge of and experience with enterprise scale technologies.
- Expertise with IT and Business Architecture concepts and best practices.
- Practical knowledge of information technology services delivery techniques.
- Practical knowledge of a broad range of information technology domains including: server virtualization, storage systems, application delivery systems, networking, security, software development, process automation, authentication and authorization systems.
- Demonstrated success with IT transformation.
- Ability to think and act both strategically and tactically.
- Ability to organize issues and prioritize in a fast-paced environment with hard deadlines.
- Must be a self-starter, be self-motivated, and able to effectively multi-task.
- Strong oral and written communicator who is able to build cooperative relationships with people.
- Results-oriented and skilled in decision making and problem solving and comfortable working in unstructured team environments.
Qualifications Required
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems or related field or equivalent.
- Three years of experience in IT solution design that spans multiple IT domains (e.g. data centers, servers, storage, networks).
Qualifications (Preferred)
- Certification in and experience in applying an architectural framework (TOGAF) and service management framework (ITIL).
- Communication, Documentation, and Diagram skills.
- Apple experience with JAMF Pro.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
Physical Requirements
Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Non Indicated, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
Online reports may be submitted at eoe.utah.edu/
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 85907
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule 8-5
Clinical/Non-Clinical Status Non-Clinical
Location Name Information Technology Services
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department COR ISC 17A ENTERPRISE SYSTEMS
Category Information Technology
Workplace Set Up Hybrid
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in IT Architect
Target enterprise employers with dedicated immigration programs
Large technology companies, financial institutions, and consulting firms like Accenture, IBM, and Deloitte have established H-1B visa sponsorship pipelines. They hire architects at scale and already understand OPT work authorization, reducing friction during the hiring process.
Confirm your degree aligns with the specialty occupation standard
IT Architect roles require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a directly related field. A degree in an unrelated discipline, even with strong work experience, can complicate H-1B eligibility. Address this proactively with hiring managers.
Apply for your STEM OPT extension before your initial OPT expires
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your OPT end date. This gives you up to 24 additional months of work authorization, which covers two full H-1B lottery cycles and significantly improves your sponsorship timeline.
Emphasize cloud and enterprise architecture certifications
AWS Solutions Architect, Google Cloud Professional Architect, and Azure Solutions Architect credentials signal specialty-level expertise to employers. Certified candidates are easier to justify in Labor Condition Applications, which strengthens the case for H-1B sponsorship at the offer stage.
Ask about sponsorship during the second interview round, not the first
Raising visa sponsorship too early can eliminate you before the employer assesses your value. Once you've demonstrated technical fit through architecture discussions and system design exercises, asking about their sponsorship history is a natural and well-received conversation.
Document your OPT authorization clearly in every application
Include your EAD expiration date, STEM OPT eligibility, and degree field on your resume or application. IT Architect hiring managers often screen for this information early. Clarity reduces uncertainty and keeps you in consideration at companies that sponsor selectively.
IT Architect OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do IT Architect roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Yes. IT Architect positions typically fall under CIP codes for computer science, information systems, or computer engineering, all of which qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your degree must be from a DSCE-certified program and your employer must be E-Verify enrolled. Confirm both before applying for the extension through your DSO.
How do I find IT Architect jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-compatible roles, so you can browse IT Architect positions from employers already open to sponsorship. This saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering visa policy late in the process. Use the role and visa filter together for the most relevant results.
Can I work as an IT Architect on OPT if my degree is in a related but not identical field?
It depends on how closely your degree field connects to the role. Computer science, information systems, software engineering, and electrical engineering degrees generally support IT Architect positions. A business degree with a technology concentration is a borderline case. For H-1B sponsorship later, the degree-to-job-duty match matters to USCIS, so document the connection clearly.
What happens if I'm between IT Architect jobs while on OPT?
OPT allows up to 90 days of unemployment, or 150 days if you're on a STEM OPT extension. If you lose an IT Architect position, that clock starts immediately. Securing a new role quickly is critical. Report any employer change to your DSO within 10 days and update your SEVIS record to stay in compliance.
Is IT Architect a strong category for H-1B sponsorship after OPT?
IT Architect is one of the more defensible specialty occupation categories for H-1B purposes. The role requires theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, and degree requirements in the field are well established. Most employers who hire architects at the OPT stage are already familiar with H-1B sponsorship and expect to continue that support.