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Solutions Lead roles sit at the intersection of technical expertise and client strategy, making them a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with engineering, business, or computer science backgrounds. Most employers sponsor H-1B visa after OPT, and your 24-month STEM extension may apply if the role qualifies under a STEM-designated degree.
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Location: Orlando, FL
Requisition ID 2026-124616
Category Operations
Position type Regular
Pay range USD $30.67 - $48.08 / Hour
Application deadline 2026-08-08
Your opportunity
At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s). Operational Services is responsible for moving assets into, out of, and between Schwab accounts. We play a critical role for the firm in our efforts to deliver service and an elite client experience for both retail investors and independent advisors, while providing a controlled and disciplined environment that allows our employees to feel valued and engaged.
The Banking Operations Hotline Team Lead is accountable for facilitating the team’s ability to deliver business results and create a work environment that promotes employee engagement. This includes helping to provide information, resources, feedback, coaching, and recognition that help employees improve their performance. This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy influencing outcomes, coaching peers, and developing leadership capabilities. As a Team Lead, you'll partner closely with leaders, help guide team performance, mentor specialists, and gain valuable experience that can serve as a foundation for future people leadership opportunities. In this role, you will serve as a subject matter expert, trusted partner, and informal leader who helps the team achieve operational excellence while delivering an outstanding client experience in a controlled, risk-aware environment.
You will:
- Coach, mentor, and support specialists through guidance, feedback, recognition, and knowledge sharing that reinforces quality, risk awareness, and client-focused behaviors.
- Serve as a subject matter expert by responding to operational, technical, regulatory, and procedural inquiries, researching complex issues, and recommending effective solutions.
- Evaluate risk and exercise sound judgment when reviewing client accounts, money movement requests, and escalated client situations to help protect clients and the firm.
- Communicate complex information clearly and effectively to specialists, clients, and business partners while providing education on products, services, procedures, and best practices.
- Partner across teams to support business initiatives, process improvements, operational excellence, and delivery of an outstanding client experience.
- Model Schwab's values by fostering teamwork, accountability, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
You demonstrate these behaviors:
- Initiative: Identifies what needs to be done and takes action without waiting to be asked.
- Analytical Thinking: Uses a logical, structured approach to evaluate information, solve problems, and make sound recommendations.
- Fostering Teamwork: Builds strong relationships by sharing information, supporting peers, contributing to team meetings, and offering constructive feedback.
- Influencing Others: Gains support for ideas, proposals, projects, and solutions through credibility, collaboration, and clear communication.
What you have
Required Qualifications
- Active FINRA Series 7, 63, 9, and 10 licenses required.
- 3+ years of experience in the brokerage or financial services industry, with an emphasis on customer service, operations, or client support.
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, or equivalent work experience.
- Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, mentor, or support the development of others.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex topics clearly.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong technical proficiency, including Microsoft applications, AI-enabled tools, and the ability to efficiently navigate multiple systems and databases.
- Demonstrated leadership with a passion for service, coaching, developing others, and serving as a role model and mentor.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, with the ability to simplify and explain complex topics to diverse audiences.
- Strong operational, organizational, and follow-up skills, with the ability to manage complex work, work independently, and quickly develop a deep understanding of the business.
- Positive, collaborative mindset with a strong work ethic, professionalism, and forward-thinking approach.
- Advanced knowledge of Bank and Broker Dealer regulatory, audit requirements, and compliance policies.
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.
What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
Eligible Schwabbies receive
- Medical, dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans
- Tuition reimbursement to keep developing your career
- Paid parental leave and adoption/family building benefits
- Sabbatical leave available after five years of employment
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Solutions Lead
Target companies with H-1B filing history
Before applying, verify the employer has sponsored H-1B visas before. Companies with consistent filing history are far more likely to support your transition from OPT. Search OFLC disclosure data to confirm sponsorship patterns for Solutions Lead or similar client-facing technical roles.
Clarify your STEM OPT eligibility early
If your degree is STEM-designated, you may qualify for a 24-month extension beyond standard 12-month OPT. Confirm this with your DSO before interviews so you can accurately communicate your available work authorization window to prospective employers.
Lead with your authorization period, not your visa status
Frame your authorization window as a concrete timeline. Telling an employer you have 24 to 36 months of work authorization is far more effective than saying you are on OPT, which triggers uncertainty about complexity and timelines for many hiring managers.
Position technical depth alongside client-facing skills
Solutions Lead roles require both technical credibility and communication ability. Highlight projects where you translated complex technical requirements into business outcomes. This combination directly addresses what hiring managers look for and strengthens your candidacy against non-OPT applicants.
Start your employer outreach 90 days before OPT begins
Starting your job search well before your OPT start date gives you negotiating room and avoids the pressure of a tight authorization window. Employers are more willing to work through onboarding logistics when there is no urgency created by an imminent deadline.
Prepare a concise sponsorship one-pager for employers
Many employers unfamiliar with OPT assume sponsorship is expensive and complex. A short document outlining the OPT-to-H-1B timeline, typical employer costs, and next steps can remove hesitation and move conversations forward faster than verbal explanations alone.
Solutions Lead OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can F-1 OPT students work as a Solutions Lead?
Yes. F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in roles directly related to your field of study. Solutions Lead positions typically fall under computer science, engineering, information systems, or business degrees. As long as the role aligns with your degree field, working as a Solutions Lead is fully permissible on OPT.
Do Solutions Lead jobs typically lead to H-1B sponsorship?
Solutions Lead is a specialized, degree-requiring role that generally qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B criteria. Many mid-size and enterprise technology companies sponsor H-1B for this title. To find employers with active sponsorship histories in this space, browse Solutions Lead listings on Migrate Mate, where jobs are filtered for OPT and visa sponsorship compatibility.
Does a Solutions Lead role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not the job title. If your underlying degree is in a STEM-designated field, such as computer science, electrical engineering, or information systems, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension regardless of whether the role itself is technical. Confirm your degree's STEM designation with your DSO before relying on the extension in your job search timeline.
What degree backgrounds do employers typically accept for Solutions Lead roles?
Most employers hire Solutions Leads from computer science, software engineering, information systems, and related technical disciplines. Some roles, particularly those focused on enterprise software or SaaS platforms, also accept candidates with business degrees paired with strong technical experience. The key requirement is demonstrating both product knowledge and the ability to communicate solutions to non-technical stakeholders.
How much time do I have to find a Solutions Lead job before my OPT expires?
Standard OPT provides 12 months of work authorization after graduation. If you are on STEM OPT, you have up to 36 months total. You also have a 90-day unemployment buffer during OPT, though exceeding it can affect your status. Starting your search early maximizes your options and gives employers enough runway to complete onboarding and begin H-1B planning.