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Mobile App Developer jobs are among the most actively sponsored OPT roles in tech. Employers regularly file H-1B visa petitions and offer OPT extensions through STEM OPT for iOS and Android development positions, giving you up to three years of authorized work experience to build your U.S. career.
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Department: Information Technology
City: Nutley
State/Province: New Jersey
Location: United States
Pay Range: $103,210 - $150,000 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location
Company Description
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.
At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
Position Overview
EMPLOYER:
Ralph Lauren Corporation
TITLE:
Mobile App Developer
DUTIES:
- Develop, test and launch scalable mobile apps.
- Work with and enhance iOS and Android native/hybrid mobile apps.
- Consult on projects to make recommendations on the technology stack, development workflow, QA process, deployment strategy, etc.
- Leverage knowledge of SFCC SCAPI/API framework to build custom endpoint for App integrations.
- Support microservices framework or app and global expansion.
- Suggest and implement new mobile products, applications and protocols.
- Remain up to date with the terminology, concepts and best practices for coding mobile apps.
- Work closely with cross functional teams and partners to constantly innovate app functionality and design.
- Use and adapt best practices web applications supporting the commerce experience.
- Communicate with and present to business users to understand their needs and represent their requested experience of consumer journey.
- Provide recommendations through analysis of the UI and mobile app stack to assure performance.
- Maintain a posture of web accessibility.
- Part time telecommuting permitted – in office 2-3 days a week.
LOCATION:
100 Metro Boulevard, Nutley, NJ 07110
SALARY:
$103,210 - $150,000/year
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronic or Electrical Engineering or a closely related field, and 2 years of experience in the position offered or a related role. Requires 2 years of experience in all of the following: software development; JavaScript; OOP design principles; third-party libraries and APIs; REST and SOAP based Webservices; JavaScript Frameworks/APIs such as Angular/jQuery/React; object-oriented programming; GraphQL; performance tuning optimization; and Node.JS. Requires 1 year of experience in all of the following: native language such as Objective C/Swift or Kotlin/Java; and hybrid mobile technologies such as Ionic or React Native.
SUBMIT RESUME OR CONTACT:
Apply at https://careers.ralphlauren.com/, job Ref# 5581664
Ref#: 5581664
Department: Information Technology
City: Nutley
State/Province: New Jersey
Location: United States
Pay Range: $103,210 - $150,000 annually; actual pay is dependent on experience and geographic location
Company Description
Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.
At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education & Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
Position Overview
EMPLOYER:
Ralph Lauren Corporation
TITLE:
Mobile App Developer
DUTIES:
- Develop, test and launch scalable mobile apps.
- Work with and enhance iOS and Android native/hybrid mobile apps.
- Consult on projects to make recommendations on the technology stack, development workflow, QA process, deployment strategy, etc.
- Leverage knowledge of SFCC SCAPI/API framework to build custom endpoint for App integrations.
- Support microservices framework or app and global expansion.
- Suggest and implement new mobile products, applications and protocols.
- Remain up to date with the terminology, concepts and best practices for coding mobile apps.
- Work closely with cross functional teams and partners to constantly innovate app functionality and design.
- Use and adapt best practices web applications supporting the commerce experience.
- Communicate with and present to business users to understand their needs and represent their requested experience of consumer journey.
- Provide recommendations through analysis of the UI and mobile app stack to assure performance.
- Maintain a posture of web accessibility.
- Part time telecommuting permitted – in office 2-3 days a week.
LOCATION:
100 Metro Boulevard, Nutley, NJ 07110
SALARY:
$103,210 - $150,000/year
REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electronic or Electrical Engineering or a closely related field, and 2 years of experience in the position offered or a related role. Requires 2 years of experience in all of the following: software development; JavaScript; OOP design principles; third-party libraries and APIs; REST and SOAP based Webservices; JavaScript Frameworks/APIs such as Angular/jQuery/React; object-oriented programming; GraphQL; performance tuning optimization; and Node.JS. Requires 1 year of experience in all of the following: native language such as Objective C/Swift or Kotlin/Java; and hybrid mobile technologies such as Ionic or React Native.
SUBMIT RESUME OR CONTACT:
Apply at https://careers.ralphlauren.com/, job Ref# 5581664
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Mobile App Developer
Target companies with active mobile product teams
Companies building consumer or enterprise mobile products need dedicated app developers year-round. Prioritize employers with iOS or Android apps already in production, they have ongoing development needs and are far more likely to sponsor OPT and file H-1B visa petitions.
Confirm your role qualifies for STEM OPT extension
Mobile App Developer falls under CIP code 11.0201 (Computer Programming) if your degree is in computer science or software engineering. Confirm with your DSO before accepting an offer that your specific degree and role combination qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
Showcase platform-specific expertise in your resume
Employers sponsoring OPT want specialists, not generalists. Lead with your primary platform, Swift and Xcode for iOS, Kotlin and Android Studio for Android, or Flutter and React Native for cross-platform. Vague mobile experience raises sponsorship concerns; specific frameworks signal immediate value.
Research an employer's H-1B filing history before applying
Companies that have sponsored H-1B visas for mobile developers in the past are significantly more likely to sponsor yours. Check OFLC disclosure data for LCA filings under job titles like Mobile Developer or Software Engineer to verify a company's actual sponsorship track record.
Raise sponsorship early in the interview process
Bring up your OPT status and STEM extension eligibility before the offer stage, not after. Framing it as a straightforward process with a three-year runway reduces employer hesitation and filters out companies unwilling to sponsor before you invest time in multiple interview rounds.
Build a portfolio of deployed apps before applying
A published app on the App Store or Google Play demonstrates production-level experience that a resume alone cannot. Employers sponsoring visa status want low-risk hires, and shipping real products reduces perceived hiring risk considerably compared to candidates with only academic or internship projects.
Mobile App Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Mobile App Developer on OPT without employer sponsorship?
Yes. During your initial 12-month OPT period, you're authorized to work for any employer who hires you, no formal sponsorship petition is required. Your employer does need to sign your STEM OPT I-983 training plan if you pursue the 24-month extension, but the initial OPT period requires no employer filing whatsoever.
Does a Mobile App Developer role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It typically does if your degree is in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or a related STEM-designated CIP code. The role itself must involve applying scientific, technical, or engineering knowledge directly. Titles like Mobile Developer, iOS Engineer, and Android Engineer consistently qualify. Confirm eligibility with your DSO, since the degree-to-role match is what determines approval.
Where can I find Mobile App Developer jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers actively open to sponsoring international candidates. Searching for mobile development roles on Migrate Mate surfaces companies that have demonstrated sponsorship history, saving you from applying to employers who will decline at the offer stage due to visa status.
How much time do I have to find a Mobile App Developer job after graduation?
You have a 60-day grace period after your program end date to find employment before your OPT authorization begins. Once USCIS approves your EAD, the 12-month OPT clock starts. You cannot work until you receive your EAD, so apply for OPT as early as 90 days before graduation to avoid losing authorized work time.
Can I freelance or work as a contractor as a Mobile App Developer on OPT?
Yes, self-employment and freelance work are permitted on OPT provided the work is directly related to your degree field and constitutes legitimate employment. You must work at least 20 hours per week to remain in valid OPT status. For STEM OPT extension, self-employment has additional restrictions and your DSO will need to approve the I-983 training plan structure.