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Technical Implementation Specialist jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in computer science, information systems, or engineering. Most roles involve configuring software, onboarding clients, and troubleshooting integrations, work that maps cleanly to STEM OPT extensions. Your 12-month OPT window, with a potential 24-month STEM extension, gives employers meaningful runway.
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The Retiree Services Transformation team is looking for an Officer to support strategic transformation initiatives across Retiree Services. The role will support modernization of platforms, processes, data, and the operating model, working across Business Operations, Client Service, Technology, Product, and other key stakeholders.
What you will be responsible for
As Officer, Retiree Services Transformation you will:
- Support planning and execution of Retiree Services transformation initiatives
- Manage project activities, milestones, risks, issues, dependencies, and deliverables
- Support development and validation of product requirements
- Coordinate business participation in process design, testing, and implementation readiness
- Partner across Operations, Client Service, Product, and Technology to resolve issues and dependencies
- Support future-state process and operating model development
- Serve as a Data Steward, supporting data governance, quality, documentation, and controls
- Develop project reporting, metrics, and governance materials
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
- Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive activities to completion
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and effectively across teams
- Familiarity of usage of internal State Street Systems and AI tools
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
- 3-5 years of relevant project, business analysis, operations, or transformation experience
- Retiree Services experience preferred but not required
- Client onboarding or implementation experience a plus
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Salary Range:
$60,000 - $101,250 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Who we are looking for
The Retiree Services Transformation team is looking for an Officer to support strategic transformation initiatives across Retiree Services. The role will support modernization of platforms, processes, data, and the operating model, working across Business Operations, Client Service, Technology, Product, and other key stakeholders.
What you will be responsible for
As Officer, Retiree Services Transformation you will:
- Support planning and execution of Retiree Services transformation initiatives
- Manage project activities, milestones, risks, issues, dependencies, and deliverables
- Support development and validation of product requirements
- Coordinate business participation in process design, testing, and implementation readiness
- Partner across Operations, Client Service, Product, and Technology to resolve issues and dependencies
- Support future-state process and operating model development
- Serve as a Data Steward, supporting data governance, quality, documentation, and controls
- Develop project reporting, metrics, and governance materials
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role:
- Strong project management, analytical, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive activities to completion
- Strong written and verbal communication
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and effectively across teams
- Familiarity of usage of internal State Street Systems and AI tools
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience
- 3-5 years of relevant project, business analysis, operations, or transformation experience
- Retiree Services experience preferred but not required
- Client onboarding or implementation experience a plus
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Salary Range:
$60,000 - $101,250 Annual
The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.
Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.
For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home.
About State Street
Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.
We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.
Job Application Disclosure:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Technical Implementation Specialist
Lead with your technical stack, not just your degree
Implementation roles are skills-first. List every platform, API tool, or enterprise software you've configured. Employers scanning OPT candidates want to see hands-on technical ability before they consider sponsorship logistics.
Target companies already using E-Verify
STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify. Prioritize companies that already participate, which includes most mid-size and enterprise software firms, so your extension isn't delayed by enrollment paperwork.
Highlight client-facing experience from internships or projects
Implementation Specialists spend significant time managing client relationships and onboarding workflows. If you've done this during internships or capstone projects, call it out explicitly. It closes the experience gap employers worry about with OPT hires.
Frame your OPT timeline as an asset during outreach
A 12-month standard OPT period plus a potential 24-month STEM extension gives employers up to three years before H-1B visa decisions arise. Framing this proactively removes the hesitation many hiring managers have about visa uncertainty.
Pursue roles at SaaS and enterprise software companies
These companies hire Implementation Specialists in volume and have established HR processes for OPT and H-1B sponsorship. Their familiarity with work authorization reduces friction compared to smaller companies encountering OPT for the first time.
Get your I-983 training plan ready before you accept an offer
For STEM OPT, your employer must sign the I-983 training plan. Having a draft ready and explaining the process to HR signals professionalism and speeds up your start date, which matters when OPT authorization windows are tight.
Technical Implementation Specialist OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as a Technical Implementation Specialist on F-1 OPT?
Yes, if your degree is in a related field such as computer science, information systems, management information systems, or engineering. The role must be directly related to your major for OPT authorization to apply. Most Technical Implementation Specialist positions qualify under STEM fields, which also makes you eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.
Does a Technical Implementation Specialist role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. If you hold a qualifying STEM degree, the role needs to involve applying technical knowledge in a meaningful way, which Implementation Specialist positions typically do through systems configuration, API integration, and data workflows. Your DSO will confirm eligibility based on your specific degree and the job description your employer provides on the I-983 form.
How do I find Technical Implementation Specialist jobs that sponsor OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT and visa-sponsored job searches. Rather than filtering through thousands of general listings, you can browse Implementation Specialist roles from employers already open to sponsoring international students. This saves significant time compared to cold-applying and hoping the recruiter understands OPT work authorization.
What happens to my OPT status if the Technical Implementation Specialist role is contract or project-based?
OPT allows contract and project-based work as long as you work at least 20 hours per week and the work is directly related to your degree. However, gaps between contracts count toward your 90-day unemployment limit. If you're between projects for extended periods, your OPT status may be affected, so it's important to track your cumulative unemployment days carefully throughout your OPT period.
What should I include in my resume to stand out for Technical Implementation Specialist roles on OPT?
Prioritize specific tools and platforms you've worked with, such as CRM systems, ERP software, REST APIs, or SQL. Employers hiring for implementation roles want evidence of hands-on configuration and troubleshooting experience, not just coursework. Including a short note in your resume header or cover letter clarifying your OPT authorization status and STEM extension eligibility helps recruiters move forward without hesitation.