OPT Mobile Applications Developer Jobs
Mobile Applications Developer jobs are among the most OPT-friendly roles in tech. Most positions require a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, and many employers actively file H-1B visa petitions for strong candidates. iOS and Android experience significantly improves your sponsorship odds.
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The Mobile Applications Developer II is responsible for delivering innovative, yet practical mobile apps and features, maintaining and enhancing existing mobile apps, following technology trends, and actively researching and recommending new features and technologies.
This position will serve Rheem North America Division, located in Roswell, GA (Onsite).
Responsibilities
- Produces fully functional mobile applications writing clean code.
- Writes unit and UI tests to identify bugs.
- Troubleshoots and debugs to optimize application performance.
- Designs interfaces to improve user experience.
- Ensures that new and existing applications meet quality standards.
- Supports the entire application life cycle - concept, design, test, release, and support.
- Gathers and understands requirements, and recommends solutions.
- Keeps up-to-date on new technology trends.
- Researches and suggests new mobile products, features, and technologies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Computer Science or related field.
- Requires practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with some applicable experience.
- Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
- The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation, or delivery of processes, programs, and policies using specialized knowledge and skills.
- Professional experience as a mobile app developer.
- Experience releasing apps in an app store.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
- Demonstrates ability to work well with others in a matrix team environment.
- In-depth knowledge of Java and Kotlin.
- Experience working with third-party libraries and APIs.
- Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving attitude.
- Ability to perform and thrive in a team environment.
- Knowledge of web technologies and UI/UX standards.
- Experience working in an Agile, TDD, or DevOps environment.
- Experience with ReactJS, React Native, and building progressive web apps.
- Experience building Progressive Web Apps.
As a leader at Rheem, how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING SELF, you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors:
- Adapting
- Business Understanding
- Collaborating
- Communicating Effectively
- Continuously Improving
- Customer-Orientation
- Developing Self
- Focusing on Results
- Influencing
- Managing Relationships
- Managing Work
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.
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INTRODUCTION
The Mobile Applications Developer II is responsible for delivering innovative, yet practical mobile apps and features, maintaining and enhancing existing mobile apps, following technology trends, and actively researching and recommending new features and technologies.
This position will serve Rheem North America Division, located in Roswell, GA (Onsite).
Responsibilities
- Produces fully functional mobile applications writing clean code.
- Writes unit and UI tests to identify bugs.
- Troubleshoots and debugs to optimize application performance.
- Designs interfaces to improve user experience.
- Ensures that new and existing applications meet quality standards.
- Supports the entire application life cycle - concept, design, test, release, and support.
- Gathers and understands requirements, and recommends solutions.
- Keeps up-to-date on new technology trends.
- Researches and suggests new mobile products, features, and technologies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Computer Science or related field.
- Requires practical knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education combined with some applicable experience.
- Typically requires a University Degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 3 years of prior relevant experience.
- The majority of time is spent overseeing the design, implementation, or delivery of processes, programs, and policies using specialized knowledge and skills.
- Professional experience as a mobile app developer.
- Experience releasing apps in an app store.
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with attention to detail and accuracy.
- Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.
- Demonstrates ability to work well with others in a matrix team environment.
- In-depth knowledge of Java and Kotlin.
- Experience working with third-party libraries and APIs.
- Strong analytical skills and a problem-solving attitude.
- Ability to perform and thrive in a team environment.
- Knowledge of web technologies and UI/UX standards.
- Experience working in an Agile, TDD, or DevOps environment.
- Experience with ReactJS, React Native, and building progressive web apps.
- Experience building Progressive Web Apps.
As a leader at Rheem, how you achieve results is as important as the results you achieve. While LEADING SELF, you will be expected to demonstrate the following competencies and behaviors:
- Adapting
- Business Understanding
- Collaborating
- Communicating Effectively
- Continuously Improving
- Customer-Orientation
- Developing Self
- Focusing on Results
- Influencing
- Managing Relationships
- Managing Work
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Mobile Applications Developer
Lead with your app portfolio
Employers hiring mobile developers care more about shipped apps than credentials. Include links to App Store or Google Play listings, GitHub repos, or demo videos in your resume and application. A visible portfolio removes doubt about your technical ability before the OPT conversation starts.
Target companies with H-1B filing history
Firms that have sponsored H-1B visas before are far more likely to support your OPT and eventually file for you. Focus your search on companies with a track record of sponsoring software engineers, especially those in fintech, healthtech, or enterprise SaaS.
Specify your OPT authorization period upfront
STEM OPT gives you up to three years of work authorization. When employers ask about visa status, clearly state your current OPT end date and STEM extension eligibility. This helps hiring managers plan around your timeline rather than treating it as an obstacle.
Emphasize cross-platform skills strategically
React Native and Flutter experience signals you can build for both iOS and Android, which appeals to smaller teams that can't afford two separate developers. Highlighting cross-platform proficiency can make you a stronger candidate at startups with leaner engineering teams and more flexible hiring.
Engage with your university's OPT employer network
Many universities maintain lists of employers who have previously hired OPT students from their programs. Your international student office or career center is worth contacting directly. These employers already understand CPT and OPT paperwork, which shortens the sponsorship conversation considerably.
Address sponsorship concisely when asked
Recruiters often ask about work authorization early. Practice a clear, confident two-sentence answer: state your authorization type, duration, and STEM eligibility. Avoid lengthy explanations. Employers who sponsor regularly just need confirmation you're authorized now and eligible for H-1B later.
Mobile Applications Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Mobile Applications Developer on OPT?
Yes. Mobile Applications Developer roles qualify for OPT because the work directly relates to computer science and software engineering degrees, which are common STEM-designated programs. Your job duties must be connected to your degree field, and you must work at least 20 hours per week to maintain valid OPT status.
Does a Mobile Applications Developer role qualify for STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not just the job title. If your degree is in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, or a related STEM-designated field, and the role uses that training, you likely qualify. Your DSO confirms STEM eligibility when you apply for the 24-month extension through your school.
How do I find Mobile Applications Developer jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for roles at employers open to sponsoring international candidates. Searching there saves time you'd otherwise spend screening out companies that won't consider OPT applicants. Look for roles at mid-size tech companies and established startups, as they file H-1B petitions more consistently than very early-stage employers.
What happens to my OPT if I'm between Mobile Applications Developer jobs?
You have a 90-day unemployment buffer during standard OPT. If you're on STEM OPT, that extends to 150 days total, cumulative across the full period. Exceeding your unemployment limit puts you out of status. Start your next job search early, and report any new employer to your DSO promptly once you accept an offer.
Do mobile developer roles at startups offer H-1B sponsorship after OPT?
Some do, but early-stage startups are less predictable than established companies. Smaller teams may lack HR infrastructure to manage the H-1B process and may not have sponsored before. Asking directly during the offer stage is reasonable. Companies that have filed H-1B petitions for software engineers previously are your best signal of genuine sponsorship intent.