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Software Engineering Manager jobs on OPT require employers who sponsor H-1B visas, since most OPT periods last 12 months, or 36 months for STEM-eligible graduates. These roles sit at the intersection of technical leadership and people management, and many employers classify them as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or a related field.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Could you be the full-time onsite Software Group Manager in Pittsburgh, PA, US we’re looking for?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your software engineering and leadership expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates.
You'll lead a talented software team to deliver high-quality solutions, ensuring repeatable performance and driving innovation. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (project/program management, HR, and engineering departments), coach and mentor team members to nurture skill growth, and implement best practices to achieve excellence—and much more.
We’ll look to you for:
- Agreeing and implementing the development centre guidelines, including team profile, skills, and growth plans
- Developing and maintaining domain competences while coaching the team and growing World Class Engineering Experts
- Setting clear team goals, delegating tasks, and establishing deadlines
- Providing support to team project/program execution
- Promoting Alstom values to your team
- Continuously motivating, encouraging, evaluating, recognizing, training, and developing team resources in cooperation with HR as per approved performance evaluation processes and targets
- Deploying Process, Methods, and Tools in the Test Engineering team, while providing feedback for process reviews
- Collecting REX (Return of Experience) from execution and identifying innovation opportunities to enhance the Reference Library and share outcomes at the department level
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
- Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related scientific field.
- Experience or understanding of software engineering processes and project/program execution.
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies for software execution.
- Familiarity with project effort estimation and workload management.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Open-mindedness and adaptability to change.
- Organizational and time-management skills.
- A mindset for continuous learning and innovation.
- Decision-making abilities in complex scenarios.
- Proficiency in English at a professional level.
Things you’ll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:
- Contribute to innovative projects,
- Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,
- Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,
- Utilise our flexible and supportive working environment.
- Knowledge of another language besides French is an asset, as it will facilitate communication with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues, and clients.
You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh
Job Segment: Testing, Computer Science, Developer, Program Manager, Manager, Technology, Management
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Could you be the full-time onsite Software Group Manager in Pittsburgh, PA, US we’re looking for?
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your software engineering and leadership expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You’ll work alongside dynamic and collaborative teammates.
You'll lead a talented software team to deliver high-quality solutions, ensuring repeatable performance and driving innovation. Day-to-day, you’ll work closely with teams across the business (project/program management, HR, and engineering departments), coach and mentor team members to nurture skill growth, and implement best practices to achieve excellence—and much more.
We’ll look to you for:
- Agreeing and implementing the development centre guidelines, including team profile, skills, and growth plans
- Developing and maintaining domain competences while coaching the team and growing World Class Engineering Experts
- Setting clear team goals, delegating tasks, and establishing deadlines
- Providing support to team project/program execution
- Promoting Alstom values to your team
- Continuously motivating, encouraging, evaluating, recognizing, training, and developing team resources in cooperation with HR as per approved performance evaluation processes and targets
- Deploying Process, Methods, and Tools in the Test Engineering team, while providing feedback for process reviews
- Collecting REX (Return of Experience) from execution and identifying innovation opportunities to enhance the Reference Library and share outcomes at the department level
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That’s why we don’t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we’ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
- Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related scientific field.
- Experience or understanding of software engineering processes and project/program execution.
- Knowledge of Agile methodologies for software execution.
- Familiarity with project effort estimation and workload management.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Open-mindedness and adaptability to change.
- Organizational and time-management skills.
- A mindset for continuous learning and innovation.
- Decision-making abilities in complex scenarios.
- Proficiency in English at a professional level.
Things you’ll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey – the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You’ll also:
- Contribute to innovative projects,
- Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries,
- Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning,
- Utilise our flexible and supportive working environment.
- Knowledge of another language besides French is an asset, as it will facilitate communication with our international partners, suppliers, colleagues, and clients.
You don’t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you’ll be proud. If you’re up for the challenge, we’d love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business, we’re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
Nearest Major Market: Pittsburgh
Job Segment: Testing, Computer Science, Developer, Program Manager, Manager, Technology, Management
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Software Engineering Manager
Target companies with a H-1B sponsorship track record
Search OFLC disclosure data to verify which companies have filed H-1B petitions for engineering manager roles before. Past sponsorship behavior is the strongest predictor of future willingness, especially at the manager level where headcount costs are higher.
Frame your OPT timeline early in conversations
Engineering manager hiring cycles run longer than IC roles, often 8 to 12 weeks. If your OPT expires in under six months, raise your authorization timeline in the first recruiter screen so both sides can plan around it without surprises later.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility before applying
Computer science, electrical engineering, and software engineering degrees typically qualify for the 24-month STEM extension, giving you 36 months total. Confirming this upfront gives hiring managers more confidence that sponsorship timelines are manageable before an H-1B is needed.
Emphasize cross-functional leadership, not just coding
Engineering manager roles require demonstrated people management, roadmap ownership, and stakeholder alignment. Sponsoring employers want to see you can lead teams, not just write code. Highlight direct reports, performance reviews, or cross-team projects prominently in your resume and interviews.
Focus on mid-size and large tech employers first
Startups under 50 employees often lack the legal infrastructure or budget to sponsor work visas at the management level. Companies with dedicated HR and immigration counsel, typically 200 or more employees, are significantly more likely to sponsor engineering managers on OPT.
Prepare a clear sponsorship ask for the offer stage
When an offer is extended, ask directly whether the company sponsors H-1B visas for this role and whether they have an immigration attorney on retainer. A confident, matter-of-fact ask signals professionalism and prevents ambiguity about your authorization needs before you accept.
Software Engineering Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Software Engineering Manager on OPT?
Yes. Software Engineering Manager roles qualify under OPT as long as the position is directly related to your degree field, typically computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline. Your employer does not need to file any USCIS petition during your OPT period, but the role must be a legitimate specialty occupation if you later need H-1B sponsorship.
Do Software Engineering Manager roles qualify for STEM OPT extension?
Most do, provided your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, software engineering, or electrical engineering. The extension adds 24 months to your initial 12-month OPT, giving you 36 months total. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, which most companies large enough to hire engineering managers already satisfy.
How do I find Software Engineering Manager jobs that sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for roles tied to employers with H-1B sponsorship history, which is especially useful for engineering manager positions where sponsorship willingness varies significantly by company size and industry. Browsing on Migrate Mate saves you from applying to companies that routinely decline to sponsor at the manager level.
Is an engineering manager role considered a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Generally yes. USCIS has consistently approved Software Engineering Manager roles as specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field. The key is that the job description must genuinely require specialized knowledge, not just general management skills. Roles with vague requirements or that accept any degree field can face additional scrutiny.
What should I do if my OPT is expiring before a company completes its H-1B sponsorship process?
If your employer files your H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you have a timely filed cap-gap extension, you may be able to continue working through September 30 of the relevant year under cap-gap protection. Talk to your DSO and an immigration attorney as early as possible, ideally six months before expiration, to map out your specific timeline and options.