OPT Software Test Engineer Jobs
Software Test Engineer jobs are consistently sponsored for OPT, with companies regularly filing LCAs for quality assurance and testing roles. STEM OPT extension eligibility is strong here since most positions require a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field, giving you up to three years of authorized work.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Houston, Texas, United States of America
Category: Other
Job ID: JR-14953
widget: Full time
Posted Date: November 5th 2026
undefined: Regular
Description
As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives.
Software Test Engineer
Pay Transparency: The expected salary range for this position ranges from $85,000 - $100,000 annual salary, plus discretionary bonus. Pay ranges may vary by location.
Position Overview
As our Software Test Engineer, you will work with a robust, cross-functional group of electrical, RF and firmware engineers.
You will partner with the R&D and New Product Quality teams to develop test software for characterization, design verification, and manufacturing purposes at our Houston, TX area facility. This is a full-time position and may include occasional travel (less than 10%).
This is an opportunity to develop products that directly impact patients' lives.
What You’ll Do
- Development of automated test systems for Continuous tests, Characterization, Design verification, and Production of various Neuromodulation products.
- Execute tests and analyze data using statistical methods and influence product designs choices based on your findings.
- Write technical specifications and requirements and strong written and oral communication skills to accurately convey issues and information.
- Automate characterization, design verification and production level tests in C#, and other automation software tools.
- Risk assessment of the proposed design and mitigation of residual risk via design or process controls. Ability to perform dFMEA analysis independently on design modules and systems.
Your Background & Experience
- BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or Equivalent Experience
- 3+ years of experience in electrical design including circuit design, system bring-up, integration, and debug
- 2+ years of experience in C, C++ or C# for Electrical tests automation
- Familiarity with low-power circuit design, embedded devices, Altium board layout, and schematic capture
- Hands-on experience with debugging and related equipment (Oscilloscope, Multimeters, Logic Analyzers, etc.)
- Previous work experience in a highly regulated industry such as medical product development is preferred.
What We Can Offer You
At LivaNova, you'll help change the trajectory of lives for a new day while working alongside passionate teams dedicated to delivering impactful innovation for patients worldwide.
We offer:
- A role in an innovative medical technology environment that supports professional growth and development.
- Opportunities to collaborate with international partners and cross-functional teams to bring life-changing solutions to patients.
- A culture grounded in Empowered Accountability, Curious Mindset, Constructive Collaboration, and Thoughtful Humility.
- Competitive compensation and an inspiring place to work.
If you're inspired by purpose-driven work, meaningful innovation, and the opportunity to bring New Life in Action every day, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you.
Valuing different backgrounds:
LivaNova values equality and diversity. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair, transparent and free from unlawful discrimination. Our selection process is driven by the key demands/requirements for the role rather than bias or discrimination on the basis of a candidate’s sex, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability/handicap or medical condition, family status, sexual orientation, religion, color, ethnicity, race or any other legally protected classification.
Notice to third party agencies:
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Beware of Job Scams:
Please beware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons posing as LivaNova recruiters or employees. The scammers may attempt to solicit confidential, personal information, such as a social security number, or your financial information. LivaNova will never ask for fees prior/during/after the application process, nor will we ask for banking details or personal financial information in return for the assurance of employment. If you are concerned that an offer of employment might be a scam or that the recruiter is not legitimate, please verify by searching for “See Open Jobs” on https://www.livanova.com/en-us/careers, and check that all recruitment emails come from an @livanova.com email address.
Location: Houston, Texas, United States of America
Category: Other
Job ID: JR-14953
widget: Full time
Posted Date: November 5th 2026
undefined: Regular
Description
As a global medtech company, we are driven by our Vision of changing the trajectory of lives for a new day and our Mission to create ingenious solutions that ignite patient turnarounds. Our relentless commitment to patients and strong legacy of innovation in healthcare are the foundation of our future. If you're looking for a new chance, a new beginning, a new trajectory, LivaNova is where your talent can truly thrive. Join our talented team members worldwide to become a pioneer of tomorrow—because at LivaNova, we don’t just treat conditions — we aspire to alter the course of lives.
Software Test Engineer
Pay Transparency: The expected salary range for this position ranges from $85,000 - $100,000 annual salary, plus discretionary bonus. Pay ranges may vary by location.
Position Overview
As our Software Test Engineer, you will work with a robust, cross-functional group of electrical, RF and firmware engineers.
You will partner with the R&D and New Product Quality teams to develop test software for characterization, design verification, and manufacturing purposes at our Houston, TX area facility. This is a full-time position and may include occasional travel (less than 10%).
This is an opportunity to develop products that directly impact patients' lives.
What You’ll Do
- Development of automated test systems for Continuous tests, Characterization, Design verification, and Production of various Neuromodulation products.
- Execute tests and analyze data using statistical methods and influence product designs choices based on your findings.
- Write technical specifications and requirements and strong written and oral communication skills to accurately convey issues and information.
- Automate characterization, design verification and production level tests in C#, and other automation software tools.
- Risk assessment of the proposed design and mitigation of residual risk via design or process controls. Ability to perform dFMEA analysis independently on design modules and systems.
Your Background & Experience
- BS in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering or Equivalent Experience
- 3+ years of experience in electrical design including circuit design, system bring-up, integration, and debug
- 2+ years of experience in C, C++ or C# for Electrical tests automation
- Familiarity with low-power circuit design, embedded devices, Altium board layout, and schematic capture
- Hands-on experience with debugging and related equipment (Oscilloscope, Multimeters, Logic Analyzers, etc.)
- Previous work experience in a highly regulated industry such as medical product development is preferred.
What We Can Offer You
At LivaNova, you'll help change the trajectory of lives for a new day while working alongside passionate teams dedicated to delivering impactful innovation for patients worldwide.
We offer:
- A role in an innovative medical technology environment that supports professional growth and development.
- Opportunities to collaborate with international partners and cross-functional teams to bring life-changing solutions to patients.
- A culture grounded in Empowered Accountability, Curious Mindset, Constructive Collaboration, and Thoughtful Humility.
- Competitive compensation and an inspiring place to work.
If you're inspired by purpose-driven work, meaningful innovation, and the opportunity to bring New Life in Action every day, we encourage you to apply. We look forward to hearing from you.
Valuing different backgrounds:
LivaNova values equality and diversity. We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is fair, transparent and free from unlawful discrimination. Our selection process is driven by the key demands/requirements for the role rather than bias or discrimination on the basis of a candidate’s sex, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job-related disability/handicap or medical condition, family status, sexual orientation, religion, color, ethnicity, race or any other legally protected classification.
Notice to third party agencies:
Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Beware of Job Scams:
Please beware of potentially fraudulent job postings or suspicious recruiting activity by persons posing as LivaNova recruiters or employees. The scammers may attempt to solicit confidential, personal information, such as a social security number, or your financial information. LivaNova will never ask for fees prior/during/after the application process, nor will we ask for banking details or personal financial information in return for the assurance of employment. If you are concerned that an offer of employment might be a scam or that the recruiter is not legitimate, please verify by searching for “See Open Jobs” on https://www.livanova.com/en-us/careers, and check that all recruitment emails come from an @livanova.com email address.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Software Test Engineer
Target companies with active QA teams
Large software companies and enterprises with dedicated QA departments file LCAs for test engineers far more consistently than early-stage startups. Look for organizations where software quality is a core function, not an afterthought assigned to developers.
Emphasize automation over manual testing
Employers sponsoring OPT students for test engineering roles strongly prefer candidates with automation experience. Proficiency in Selenium, Cypress, or Pytest signals a specialty occupation requiring your specific degree, which strengthens your authorization case at interview.
Confirm your role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Your job offer letter should specify a bachelor's degree in computer science or engineering as a requirement, not a preference. Roles where any degree suffices create complications for cap-gap and future H-1B visa sponsorship, so verify this before accepting.
Start the H-1B conversation before your OPT expires
If you're targeting the H-1B lottery, raise sponsorship with your employer by October of your first OPT year. Employers filing in March need several months to prepare LCAs and petitions, and many won't sponsor candidates who bring it up too late.
Document your STEM degree field carefully
STEM OPT extension requires your degree to appear on the DHS STEM list. Computer science, software engineering, and electrical engineering all qualify. Confirm your exact degree title matches the list before applying, as minor wording differences can delay DSO approval.
Use offer letters that specify testing responsibilities
When negotiating your offer, ensure the job description references test design, test automation, or software quality assurance explicitly. Vague titles like 'engineer' without defined testing duties can complicate I-983 training plan submissions for STEM OPT.
Software Test Engineer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Software Test Engineer jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, most Software Test Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, provided your degree is in a DHS-designated STEM field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. The key requirement is that your employer is E-Verify enrolled and willing to complete the I-983 training plan. Confirm your exact degree title appears on the official STEM designation list before applying.
How do I know if a company will sponsor my OPT as a Software Test Engineer?
The most reliable signal is whether the company has filed Labor Condition Applications for similar roles before. Companies with established QA or software engineering teams and H-1B sponsorship history are far more likely to support OPT students than those with no prior record. Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for OPT-friendly employers, making it straightforward to focus your search on companies already open to sponsorship.
Can I do contract or consulting work as a Software Test Engineer on OPT?
Yes, but with restrictions. On standard OPT, you can work for a staffing agency or consulting firm as long as the work is directly related to your degree and you're not classified as self-employed. For STEM OPT extension, the employer of record must be the E-Verify enrolled company signing your I-983, which complicates typical third-party consulting arrangements. Discuss the structure carefully with your DSO before accepting.
What testing skills make OPT candidates most competitive for sponsorship?
Employers consistently prioritize automation skills for sponsored roles. Experience with frameworks like Selenium, Cypress, Appium, or Pytest, combined with knowledge of CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins or GitHub Actions, positions you as a specialist rather than a generalist. This specificity matters because specialty occupation status requires your degree to be directly tied to the role, which automation-heavy positions demonstrate more clearly than manual testing jobs.
What happens to my OPT authorization if my Software Test Engineer job ends?
On standard OPT, you have a 90-day unemployment limit across your entire authorization period. On STEM OPT extension, the limit is 150 days total, but it accumulates across both periods combined. You must report any job separation to your DSO promptly. If you're actively searching for a new role, Migrate Mate lists Software Test Engineer positions from employers open to OPT candidates, which can help shorten the gap.