OPT Technical Operations Manager Jobs

Technical Operations Manager jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with engineering, computer science, or operations management backgrounds. Most roles qualify as STEM OPT extensions, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization. Employers in tech, manufacturing, and logistics regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this role.

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Work Type80% On-site
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Xerox
Technical Service Operations Manager
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Technical Service Operations Manager
Xerox
Westerville, Ohio
Customer Service & Support
Procurement & Supply Chain
Customer Service
Logistics & Fleet Management
$60k - $80k/yr
On-Site
Associate's
10,000+

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TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTER INC.
Manager, Technical Services Operations
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TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTER INC.
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Manager, Technical Services Operations
TRANSPORTATION RESEARCH CENTER INC.
Surprise, Arizona
Project & Program Management
Human Resources
Business Operations
Compliance & Legal
Project Management
Compliance & Risk
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Amazon.com
Data Center Operations Manager
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Amazon.com
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Data Center Operations Manager
Amazon.com
Berwick, Pennsylvania
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support
Cloud Engineering
$78k - $137k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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TikTok
Product Operations Manager
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Product Operations Manager
TikTok
San Jose, California
Project & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science
$168k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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ServiceNow IT Operations Management (ITOM) Manager
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ServiceNow IT Operations Management (ITOM) Manager
EY
Chicago, Illinois
Project & Program Management
Partnerships & Business Development
Consulting & Professional Services
Technical Product & Program Management
Project Management
Program Management
Technical Program Management
$143k - $297k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Technical Operations Manager

Target STEM-designated employers first

Companies with existing STEM OPT infrastructure process your work authorization faster and with fewer complications. Look for employers who have filed H-1B petitions for operations roles, which signals they understand visa timelines and are comfortable sponsoring international hires.

Frame your degree as operationally relevant

Technical Operations Manager roles require a degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. When applying, explicitly connect your academic background to the operational systems you will manage so employers see the specialty occupation requirement is clearly met.

Apply before your OPT end date, not after

H-1B petitions must be filed while you are in valid status. Give employers at least six months of runway before your OPT expires. Starting the conversation early signals professionalism and gives legal counsel enough time to prepare your petition without rushing.

Highlight cross-functional leadership experience

Hiring managers sponsoring operations managers want evidence you can coordinate engineering, logistics, and vendor teams simultaneously. Concrete examples from internships or projects that show you managing competing priorities make sponsorship easier for employers to justify internally.

Ask about sponsorship directly in early conversations

Raising visa sponsorship late in the process wastes everyone's time. Confirm the employer sponsors OPT and H-1B during the first recruiter call. Most companies willing to sponsor will say so upfront, and those who cannot will save you weeks of effort.

Get your OPT STEM extension paperwork ready in advance

STEM OPT extensions require a formal training plan and employer attestation on Form I-983. Prepare this documentation before you need it. Employers unfamiliar with the process will appreciate you arriving with the forms already understood and ready to complete together.

Technical Operations Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Technical Operations Manager role qualify for a STEM OPT extension?

In most cases, yes. Technical Operations Manager positions typically fall under engineering, computer science, or information technology degree categories that qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of total OPT work authorization. Your degree must appear on the STEM designated degree program list published by ICE, and your employer must enroll in E-Verify.

How do I find Technical Operations Manager jobs that sponsor OPT?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for employers willing to sponsor F-1 OPT and H-1B candidates, so you can search Technical Operations Manager openings without wasting time on companies that do not sponsor. This is faster than applying broadly and discovering late in the process that sponsorship is unavailable.

Can I start a Technical Operations Manager job before my H-1B is approved?

Yes, if your OPT is still valid you can work while your H-1B petition is pending. If your OPT expires before October 1 but your employer filed your H-1B cap-subject petition by April 1, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically through September 30, keeping you continuously employment-authorized without a gap.

What makes Technical Operations Manager roles strong candidates for H-1B sponsorship?

The role typically requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, supply chain management, or a closely related technical field, which satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS uses to evaluate H-1B petitions. Employers in manufacturing, software, and logistics have a well-established track record of sponsoring this job title successfully.

How should I explain my OPT status to a potential employer during interviews?

Be straightforward. Explain that you are currently authorized to work on F-1 OPT, that your authorization is valid for a specific period, and that you will need H-1B sponsorship to continue working long term. Emphasize your STEM OPT eligibility if applicable, since it extends your runway and reduces urgency for the employer in the near term.