OPT QA Test Engineer Jobs
QA Test Engineer roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in tech because employers routinely sponsor H-1B visas for this title. Your 12-month OPT window (or 24-month STEM extension if your degree is in computer science, information systems, or a related field) gives you meaningful runway to land a role and convert to long-term sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Plano, TX (Only Locals)
Duration: 18 Months
Under direct supervision, carries out procedures to ensure that all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements. Assists in the testing of software to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects. Documents and works to resolve basic problems. Reports progress on problem resolution to management. Sufficient educational background and/or experience to qualify them to start in quality assurance analysis. 2 - 4 years experience.
Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm
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Quality Assurance Test Analyst - Trade Promotion Management The Infinity Quality Assurance Tester will prepare, review and execute User Acceptance test scenarios and test cases.
The candidate meets the following requirements:
- 2-3 years’ experience of testing various technologies; web based applications, mobile devices and iOS platforms including iPads and iPhones
- Experience with various test methodologies specifically waterfall and SCRUM/Agile
- Experience with various testing phases and approaches; functional, regression, integration, performance and end to end
- Ability to work with Business Analysts to ensure full coverage of business requirements and the ability to provide estimates on test execution
- Knowledge and experience with HP Application Lifecycle Management 11.00 (Quality Center)
- Ability to create and execute quality test scripts
- Ability to lead peer reviews of test scenarios and test cases
- Experience with data validation
- Knowledge and experience of defect management
- Team oriented, collaborative with ability to follow direction
- Ability to adapt to ever changing environment
- Strong analytical capabilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Previous PepsiCo testing experience
- Knowledge of Trade Promotion Management
- Knowledge of Accenture CAS applications
Qualifications
Bachelors OR Masters.
Additional Information
2-3 years’ experience of testing various technologies; web based applications, mobile devices and iOS platforms including iPads and iPhones.
Location: Plano, TX (Only Locals)
Duration: 18 Months
Under direct supervision, carries out procedures to ensure that all information systems products and services meet organization standards and end-user requirements. Assists in the testing of software to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects. Documents and works to resolve basic problems. Reports progress on problem resolution to management. Sufficient educational background and/or experience to qualify them to start in quality assurance analysis. 2 - 4 years experience.
Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Additional Job Details:
Quality Assurance Test Analyst - Trade Promotion Management The Infinity Quality Assurance Tester will prepare, review and execute User Acceptance test scenarios and test cases.
The candidate meets the following requirements:
- 2-3 years’ experience of testing various technologies; web based applications, mobile devices and iOS platforms including iPads and iPhones
- Experience with various test methodologies specifically waterfall and SCRUM/Agile
- Experience with various testing phases and approaches; functional, regression, integration, performance and end to end
- Ability to work with Business Analysts to ensure full coverage of business requirements and the ability to provide estimates on test execution
- Knowledge and experience with HP Application Lifecycle Management 11.00 (Quality Center)
- Ability to create and execute quality test scripts
- Ability to lead peer reviews of test scenarios and test cases
- Experience with data validation
- Knowledge and experience of defect management
- Team oriented, collaborative with ability to follow direction
- Ability to adapt to ever changing environment
- Strong analytical capabilities
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:
- Previous PepsiCo testing experience
- Knowledge of Trade Promotion Management
- Knowledge of Accenture CAS applications
Qualifications
Bachelors OR Masters.
Additional Information
2-3 years’ experience of testing various technologies; web based applications, mobile devices and iOS platforms including iPads and iPhones.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a QA Test Engineer
Filter for STEM OPT-compatible employers
Target companies that have filed H-1B petitions for QA or software quality roles in the past. Prior H-1B filings are a reliable signal that a company already has the legal infrastructure and willingness to sponsor work visas for this role.
Lead with automation skills on your resume
Employers sponsoring visas want to justify the investment. Selenium, Cypress, Appium, and API testing experience signal a specialty occupation clearly, which strengthens both your hire case and any future H-1B petition for your role.
Apply early in your OPT window
QA hiring cycles and H-1B sponsorship timelines take longer than most candidates expect. Applying within the first three months of your OPT authorization gives you time to onboard, prove yourself, and initiate sponsorship before your status becomes urgent.
Clarify the STEM extension upfront
If your degree qualifies, your 24-month STEM extension gives employers a three-year total window, which covers two full H-1B cap cycles. Mentioning this early removes a common objection from hiring managers unfamiliar with OPT timelines.
Target mid-size tech and SaaS companies
Startups under 50 employees often lack immigration counsel. Enterprise companies move slowly. Mid-size SaaS and product companies frequently sponsor QA engineers and have enough HR infrastructure to actually complete the process efficiently.
Frame your role as a specialty occupation
QA Test Engineer roles that require a specific technical degree are far easier to sponsor than generalist QA positions. Ensure your job description reflects degree-level requirements, not just preferred qualifications, before sponsorship conversations begin.
QA Test Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a QA Test Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, computer engineering, or software engineering. The extension is tied to your degree, not the job title. If your school's program appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List and your employer is E-Verify enrolled, you can apply for the 24-month extension through your DSO before your initial OPT expires.
Do QA Test Engineer jobs commonly lead to H-1B sponsorship?
QA Test Engineer is a recognized specialty occupation for H-1B purposes when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field. Many mid-size and enterprise tech companies have sponsored this title historically. Migrate Mate lets you browse QA Test Engineer roles specifically listed as visa-sponsorship friendly, which narrows your search to employers already open to the process.
What counts as valid OPT employment for a QA Test Engineer?
Your employment must be directly related to your degree field and constitute at least 20 hours of work per week. A QA Test Engineer role at a software company is typically a clean fit for a computer science or information systems graduate. Contract and W-2 positions both count, but you must report any job changes to your DSO within 10 days to keep your SEVIS record current.
Can I work as a QA Test Engineer through a staffing agency on OPT?
Yes, but with caveats. Staffing agency placements count as valid OPT employment as long as the work is related to your degree. The agency is your employer of record, so they bear the reporting obligations. For STEM OPT specifically, the end client where you perform the work must also be E-Verify enrolled, not just the staffing agency itself, which adds a layer of verification before you accept the placement.
What happens if my OPT expires before my employer files for H-1B?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before the April 1 cap-subject filing date and you are in a valid OPT period at that point, you may be eligible for cap-gap protection, which automatically extends your OPT authorization through September 30 of that year. If your OPT expires before an H-1B is filed or selected, you would need to leave the country or identify an alternative status. Starting the sponsorship conversation early in your OPT window is the most reliable way to avoid this gap.