Technical Solutions Architect Jobs for OPT Students
Technical Solutions Architect jobs are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with engineering or computer science degrees, since the role's technical depth satisfies specialty occupation requirements for future H-1B sponsorship. Most positions offer 24-month STEM OPT extension eligibility, giving you meaningful runway to transition to long-term status.
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Addepar is a global data and AI platform empowering investment professionals to turn complex financial information into actionable intelligence. Addepar unifies portfolio, market and client data in a total portfolio view and delivers AI-powered insights within investment and client workflows. More than 1,400 firms in nearly 60 countries use Addepar to manage and advise on nearly $9 trillion in assets. Its open platform integrates with nearly 650 software, data and consulting partners to power end-to-end investment operations across firms of all sizes and complexity. Addepar supports clients worldwide with offices in New York City, Salt Lake City, London, Edinburgh, Pune, Dubai, Geneva and São Paulo.
The Role
As a Technical Solution Architect you will play a crucial role in helping our clients build custom integrations using Addepar's suite of APIs and the Addepar Data Exchange. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative internal tools to address client challenges, expedite implementations and unblock internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess an eagerness to solve technical problems, experience in the wealth management domain, exceptional communication skills, thrive in a fast paced environment, and will bring a solutions oriented approach to all challenges they encounter. Addepar takes a market-based approach to pay. A successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on the role, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base salary for roles in Colorado, California, and New York. The current range for this role is $95,000 - $119,000 (base salary) + bonus + equity + benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additionally, these ranges reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
What You’ll Do
- Collaborate with clients to design and build custom integrations leveraging APIs, the Addepar Data Exchange and other technical tools
- Work closely with Product and Engineering to shape the development of new technical solutions
- Pioneer the technical implementation of the Addepar Data Exchange and establish and contribute to best practices for the team
- Prioritize and context-switch effectively to lead simultaneous projects, seeing each through to the finish line
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to find opportunities for innovation and improvement
Who You Are
- Minimum 3+ years experience working in technology, finance, or consulting
- Experience with designing and implementing custom integrations
- Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Python, SQL and Rest APIs
- Hands-on experience with Databricks or similar data platforms
- Solution-oriented mentality and passion for problem solving
- Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
- Strong work ethic, proactive and a high contributing teammate
- Independent, adaptable and can thrive in a fast-paced environment
Our Values
- Act Like an Owner - Think and operate with intention, purpose and care. Own outcomes.
- Build Together - Collaborate to unlock the best solutions. Deliver lasting value.
- Champion Our Clients - Exceed client expectations. Our clients’ success is our success.
- Drive Innovation - Be bold and unconstrained in problem solving. Transform the industry.
- Embrace Learning - Engage our community to broaden our perspective. Bring a growth mindset.
In addition to our core values, Addepar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to bring together diverse ideas, experiences, skill sets, perspectives, backgrounds and identities to drive innovative solutions. We commit to promoting a welcoming environment where inclusion and belonging are held as a shared responsibility. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
PHISHING SCAM WARNING: Addepar is among several companies recently made aware of a phishing scam involving con artists posing as hiring managers recruiting via email, text and social media. The imposters are creating misleading email accounts, conducting remote “interviews,” and making fake job offers in order to collect personal and financial information from unsuspecting individuals. Please be aware that no job offers will be made from Addepar without a formal interview process. Additionally, Addepar will not ask you to purchase equipment or supplies as part of your onboarding process. If you have any questions, please reach out to ta-operations@addepar.com.
Who We Are
Addepar is a global data and AI platform empowering investment professionals to turn complex financial information into actionable intelligence. Addepar unifies portfolio, market and client data in a total portfolio view and delivers AI-powered insights within investment and client workflows. More than 1,400 firms in nearly 60 countries use Addepar to manage and advise on nearly $9 trillion in assets. Its open platform integrates with nearly 650 software, data and consulting partners to power end-to-end investment operations across firms of all sizes and complexity. Addepar supports clients worldwide with offices in New York City, Salt Lake City, London, Edinburgh, Pune, Dubai, Geneva and São Paulo.
The Role
As a Technical Solution Architect you will play a crucial role in helping our clients build custom integrations using Addepar's suite of APIs and the Addepar Data Exchange. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to develop innovative internal tools to address client challenges, expedite implementations and unblock internal and external stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess an eagerness to solve technical problems, experience in the wealth management domain, exceptional communication skills, thrive in a fast paced environment, and will bring a solutions oriented approach to all challenges they encounter. Addepar takes a market-based approach to pay. A successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on the role, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base salary for roles in Colorado, California, and New York. The current range for this role is $95,000 - $119,000 (base salary) + bonus + equity + benefits. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Additionally, these ranges reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.
What You’ll Do
- Collaborate with clients to design and build custom integrations leveraging APIs, the Addepar Data Exchange and other technical tools
- Work closely with Product and Engineering to shape the development of new technical solutions
- Pioneer the technical implementation of the Addepar Data Exchange and establish and contribute to best practices for the team
- Prioritize and context-switch effectively to lead simultaneous projects, seeing each through to the finish line
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies to find opportunities for innovation and improvement
Who You Are
- Minimum 3+ years experience working in technology, finance, or consulting
- Experience with designing and implementing custom integrations
- Intermediate or advanced proficiency in Python, SQL and Rest APIs
- Hands-on experience with Databricks or similar data platforms
- Solution-oriented mentality and passion for problem solving
- Excellent verbal and written skills with the ability to present complex information in a clear and concise manner
- Strong work ethic, proactive and a high contributing teammate
- Independent, adaptable and can thrive in a fast-paced environment
Our Values
- Act Like an Owner - Think and operate with intention, purpose and care. Own outcomes.
- Build Together - Collaborate to unlock the best solutions. Deliver lasting value.
- Champion Our Clients - Exceed client expectations. Our clients’ success is our success.
- Drive Innovation - Be bold and unconstrained in problem solving. Transform the industry.
- Embrace Learning - Engage our community to broaden our perspective. Bring a growth mindset.
In addition to our core values, Addepar is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We seek to bring together diverse ideas, experiences, skill sets, perspectives, backgrounds and identities to drive innovative solutions. We commit to promoting a welcoming environment where inclusion and belonging are held as a shared responsibility. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
PHISHING SCAM WARNING: Addepar is among several companies recently made aware of a phishing scam involving con artists posing as hiring managers recruiting via email, text and social media. The imposters are creating misleading email accounts, conducting remote “interviews,” and making fake job offers in order to collect personal and financial information from unsuspecting individuals. Please be aware that no job offers will be made from Addepar without a formal interview process. Additionally, Addepar will not ask you to purchase equipment or supplies as part of your onboarding process. If you have any questions, please reach out to ta-operations@addepar.com.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Technical Solutions Architect
Target companies with established H-1B sponsorship track records
Enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, and consulting firms regularly sponsor Solutions Architects for H-1B visas. Focus your search on companies with existing engineering teams rather than early-stage startups, which are less likely to have sponsorship infrastructure in place.
Frame your technical degree as a specialty occupation match
Solutions Architect roles require a degree in computer science, engineering, or information systems to qualify as a specialty occupation. Lead with your degree field in every application, making the connection between your academic background and the technical requirements of the role explicit.
Pursue STEM OPT extension before your initial 12 months expire
Most Solutions Architect positions at technology companies qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. File your extension application at least 90 days before your initial OPT end date to maintain continuous work authorization without a gap in employment.
Highlight cloud certifications to strengthen your sponsorship case
AWS, Google Cloud, and Azure certifications signal specialized technical expertise that employers value and immigration attorneys use to support H-1B petitions. Credentials demonstrating specialty knowledge make your petition more defensible if USCIS issues a Request for Evidence.
Clarify your OPT status early in the hiring process
Solutions Architect hiring cycles can run six to twelve weeks. Raising your OPT timeline and STEM extension eligibility early prevents late-stage rejections when recruiters discover sponsorship is needed. Most technical hiring managers appreciate the transparency.
Use Migrate Mate to find employers already open to OPT sponsorship
Searching general job boards wastes time on roles where sponsorship is off the table. Migrate Mate filters for employers actively seeking OPT candidates in technical roles, so your outreach goes to companies already familiar with the authorization requirements.
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Do Technical Solutions Architect roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, in most cases. Solutions Architect positions at technology companies typically fall under CIP codes in computer science or engineering, which are STEM-designated fields. Your employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify. If both conditions are met, you can apply for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to three years of total OPT work authorization.
Does a Solutions Architect role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. The key is that the job description must tie the degree requirement to the specific duties performed. Generic postings that accept any bachelor's degree can weaken an H-1B petition, so it helps to work with employers who write precise job descriptions.
How much time do I have on OPT to secure H-1B sponsorship as a Solutions Architect?
If your degree qualifies for STEM OPT, you have up to three years total: 12 months of standard OPT plus a 24-month extension. The H-1B lottery runs once per year with a registration window in March. Practically, that gives you two or three lottery opportunities before your OPT authorization ends, depending on when you started your initial OPT period.
What should I look for in an employer willing to sponsor a Solutions Architect on OPT?
Look for companies that have previously filed H-1B petitions for technical roles, have an in-house legal or HR team familiar with immigration paperwork, and are large enough to absorb the sponsorship cost and process. Enterprise software vendors, cloud consulting firms, and large systems integrators are the most consistent sponsors. Migrate Mate surfaces employers in these categories who are actively open to OPT candidates.
Can I work as a Solutions Architect contractor or through a third-party staffing firm on OPT?
It depends on how the arrangement is structured. USCIS requires that OPT employment be directly related to your degree and that you have a bona fide employer-employee relationship. Third-party staffing placements can raise compliance questions, particularly around who controls your day-to-day work. Many OPT students in technical roles find direct employment with the end client is cleaner and less likely to complicate a future H-1B petition.
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