OPT Software QA Engineer Jobs
Software QA Engineer roles are among the more OPT-friendly positions in tech because many mid-size and large employers sponsor H-1B visas for this title. With STEM OPT giving you up to three years of work authorization, you have real runway to land a role and build toward long-term sponsorship.
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Location: Goleta, CA
Duration: 12 months
Description:
Joining Client means joining a team dedicated to using technology to benefit patients by improving surgical efficacy and decreasing surgical invasiveness, with patient safety as our highest priority.
Primary Function of Position:
- The Engineering Digital, Data Development (D3) Group designs, builds, deploys medical grade software, data infrastructure and applications to enable remote collaboration, device communications, collection and analysis of medical device machine data from thousands of systems deployed world-wide.
- The ideal candidate for the position of Software QA Engineer will have experience in Networking, Product release of software applications, Test Automation, and Quality Assurance best practices and applications.
- This position would be responsible for operating within fast-paced initiatives in primarily an Agile development environment.
- This position requires an individual with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with highly technical peers, and the capability to manage workload among changing priorities, alternating between hands on validation testing, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting.
Roles and Responsibilities:
This position has responsibility and authority for:
- Perform technical planning, system integration, verification, and validation.
- Perform ISO image setup in Windows environment devices.
- Write detailed low-level test cases and test executions.
- Perform test executions and provide detailed results.
- Provide in-depth feedback to Development on requirement/specification clarity and understanding to support proper testing method development.
- Act as a core software QA team member during product definition and design phases, enforcing design aspects for test tools and automation needs.
- Assure proper root cause analysis and drive timely issue resolution of Product Issues.
- Execution and support for Product Verification and Validation.
- Identify areas for product and process improvements and make recommendations.
- Escalation of issues to internal engineering groups as appropriate.
Skill/Job Requirements:
- Competency Requirements: (Competency is based on: education, training, skills and experience. In order to adequately perform the responsibilities of this position the individual must have:
- Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline desired.
- 3 years’ experience with SQA programs and strategies.
- Good understanding of SDLC and best practices of QA and software development.
- Understanding of design control and design validation.
- Basic understanding of Automation Development & Scripting (Java, Python, batch, shell, Jenkins, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of Windows & Linux Operating systems and Virtualization.
- Experience with JIRA, Test management software/applications, Postman, and network disturbance tools, Selenium (Automation tools).
- Excellent communication (written, verbal, and presentation) skills, and problem-solving orientation and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work with limited guidance in a fast paced environment.
- Possess excellent time management and prioritization skills.
- Troubleshooting mindset, an ability to systematically and effectively break down a system into subparts or components to identify failure mechanisms.
- Experience with Medical Design Control processes is a plus.
- Excellent documentation skills.
- Some travel may be required.
We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer.
Job Title: Software QA Engineer 3
Location: Goleta, CA
Duration: 12 months
Description:
Joining Client means joining a team dedicated to using technology to benefit patients by improving surgical efficacy and decreasing surgical invasiveness, with patient safety as our highest priority.
Primary Function of Position:
- The Engineering Digital, Data Development (D3) Group designs, builds, deploys medical grade software, data infrastructure and applications to enable remote collaboration, device communications, collection and analysis of medical device machine data from thousands of systems deployed world-wide.
- The ideal candidate for the position of Software QA Engineer will have experience in Networking, Product release of software applications, Test Automation, and Quality Assurance best practices and applications.
- This position would be responsible for operating within fast-paced initiatives in primarily an Agile development environment.
- This position requires an individual with strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with highly technical peers, and the capability to manage workload among changing priorities, alternating between hands on validation testing, root cause analysis, and troubleshooting.
Roles and Responsibilities:
This position has responsibility and authority for:
- Perform technical planning, system integration, verification, and validation.
- Perform ISO image setup in Windows environment devices.
- Write detailed low-level test cases and test executions.
- Perform test executions and provide detailed results.
- Provide in-depth feedback to Development on requirement/specification clarity and understanding to support proper testing method development.
- Act as a core software QA team member during product definition and design phases, enforcing design aspects for test tools and automation needs.
- Assure proper root cause analysis and drive timely issue resolution of Product Issues.
- Execution and support for Product Verification and Validation.
- Identify areas for product and process improvements and make recommendations.
- Escalation of issues to internal engineering groups as appropriate.
Skill/Job Requirements:
- Competency Requirements: (Competency is based on: education, training, skills and experience. In order to adequately perform the responsibilities of this position the individual must have:
- Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related discipline desired.
- 3 years’ experience with SQA programs and strategies.
- Good understanding of SDLC and best practices of QA and software development.
- Understanding of design control and design validation.
- Basic understanding of Automation Development & Scripting (Java, Python, batch, shell, Jenkins, etc.)
- Basic knowledge of Windows & Linux Operating systems and Virtualization.
- Experience with JIRA, Test management software/applications, Postman, and network disturbance tools, Selenium (Automation tools).
- Excellent communication (written, verbal, and presentation) skills, and problem-solving orientation and decision-making skills.
- Ability to work with limited guidance in a fast paced environment.
- Possess excellent time management and prioritization skills.
- Troubleshooting mindset, an ability to systematically and effectively break down a system into subparts or components to identify failure mechanisms.
- Experience with Medical Design Control processes is a plus.
- Excellent documentation skills.
- Some travel may be required.
We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Software QA Engineer
Filter by STEM-designated employers
STEM OPT extends your authorization to 36 months, but only with employers enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm E-Verify enrollment before applying. Most large tech and enterprise software companies already participate, making them safer bets for QA roles.
Emphasize automation skills in your resume
Employers filing H-1B petitions for QA engineers typically need a specialty occupation argument. Automation testing with Selenium, Cypress, or similar frameworks strengthens that case by demonstrating a clear need for specialized technical knowledge, not just general testing.
Target companies with active QA hiring pipelines
Companies that hire QA engineers repeatedly are far more likely to have established H-1B sponsorship processes. Check public labor condition application data to identify employers who have sponsored this job title before applying.
Address your OPT timeline early in the process
Bring up your work authorization status before the offer stage, not after. Mention your STEM OPT eligibility and H-1B cap-subject timing clearly so hiring managers can plan H-1B filing around the April lottery deadline without surprises.
Get your I-983 training plan right from day one
STEM OPT requires a signed I-983 training plan with your employer documenting how the role relates to your degree. For QA engineers, align the plan to your computer science or engineering coursework to satisfy your DSO and avoid compliance issues.
Pursue certifications that reinforce your specialty occupation case
Credentials like ISTQB, AWS Certified Developer, or relevant testing framework certifications help establish that your QA role requires specialized knowledge. This directly supports your employer's H-1B petition argument for software quality engineering positions.
Software QA Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as Software QA Engineers in the United States?
Yes. Software QA Engineer is a specialty occupation that typically requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, which aligns directly with F-1 OPT eligibility requirements. Both standard 12-month OPT and the 24-month STEM OPT extension apply, giving qualifying students up to 36 months of authorized work experience in this role.
Does a Software QA Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree. If your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information technology, or electrical engineering, and your QA role is directly related to that field, you can apply for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your DSO must approve the extension, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 training plan.
How do I find Software QA Engineer jobs that sponsor OPT and H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship willingness, so you're not applying to roles that will immediately reject you over work authorization. Browse Software QA Engineer listings on Migrate Mate to find employers who have an established history of hiring international candidates and sponsoring H-1B petitions for this job title.
Do Software QA Engineer employers typically sponsor H-1B visas after OPT?
Many do, particularly mid-size to large technology companies and enterprise software firms. QA engineering roles that require automation skills, specific testing frameworks, or domain expertise in regulated industries like finance or healthcare tend to have stronger H-1B sponsorship rates. Employers who hire repeatedly for this title and already have immigration counsel in place are the most reliable targets.
What should I include in my I-983 training plan as a Software QA Engineer on STEM OPT?
Your I-983 should describe how your day-to-day QA responsibilities directly apply knowledge from your degree program. Specific elements to document include the testing methodologies you use, any programming or scripting work involved in test automation, tools and frameworks relevant to your coursework, and measurable learning goals. Your employer's supervisor signs the plan, and your DSO must approve it before your STEM extension is granted.