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Web Developer roles are among the most OPT-friendly positions in the U.S. job market. Most qualify as specialty occupations under a computer science or information systems degree, making them straightforward to sponsor. STEM OPT extension eligibility gives you up to three years of authorized work, which is enough runway for most employers to pursue H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Title: Sr Web Developer II
Position Location: 2525 South Shore Blvd., League City, TX 77573
Salary: $114,396.48 - $151,000.00 per year
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Summary of Duties:
- Perform application web development.
- Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures, programming, or documentation.
- Apply both technical concepts and skills and knowledge of the company's internal policies and procedures to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways.
- Complete assignments that extend to new technologies and business processes with little to no assistance from management.
- Communicate fluently with the business representatives.
- Understand business requirements and relate these to the supporting system requirements, producing simple technical specifications for the work to be done.
- Code readable, reliable and maintainable programs in a variety of programming languages on multiple platforms necessary to support the team's assigned systems.
- Perform unit and system testing using test plans and scripts approved by the business.
- Review test results with the business and make the necessary adjustments to the deliverables.
- Follow and enforce coding standards, guidelines and codes and review team members’ work, ensuring standards and best practices are followed.
- Obtain approvals and migrates deliverables to the locked-up production environment.
- Record time and status to appropriate projects or support activity for billing.
- Respond promptly to production issues by serving on an on-call rotation for the 24-hour support of the team's systems.
- Demonstrated the documented CTS values and behaviors.
May be required to serve on-call rotation for the 24-hour support of the team's systems.
Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or closely related field.
Experience requirements: 2 years of experience in web application development.
Special Skills or Other Requirements:
Must have 2 years of experience with each of the following:
- Developing and maintaining web applications using JavaScript frameworks such as React.js or Angular.
- Design and implement RESTful APIs using Nest.js or Java.
- Write and maintain unit and integration tests using backend frameworks such as JUnit or Mockito and frontend frameworks such as Jasmine or Karma.
- Configure and manage CI/CD pipelines utilizing version control systems such as Git.
- Architect and optimize SQL queries and stored procedures utilizing SQL Server or MySQL.
- Apply secure coding practices and adhere to cybersecurity industry standards and guidelines to safeguard applications against vulnerabilities.
Additional Information
Job titles may span multiple career levels. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including training, transferable skills, relevant experience, business needs, and market conditions. Compensation is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
This job posting outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not perfectly align with every qualification - you may be a strong fit for this role or other opportunities at American National.
American National offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees’ health, financial security, and well being, including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, basic life insurance, and health savings accounts. Employees are automatically enrolled in a company funded 401(k) plan, receive paid time off and holidays, and work in an inclusive, people first culture that values flexibility, work life balance, professional growth, and a casual dress environment.
American National is a financially strong and stable insurance organization with a legacy of trust and impact dating back to 1905. We’re committed to supporting our employees as they build meaningful careers while helping protect what matters most to our customers and communities. Guided by our core values - Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Teamwork (FIRST) - we foster a collaborative, people centered workplace where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference today and for the future. Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.
Hiring Practices
American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner, and only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application by logging into their account.
While candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for personal interview preparation, the use of AI or automated tools is not permitted during any live or recorded interview, assessment, or at any stage of the application process where original candidate responses are required. Candidates are expected to represent their own qualifications, skills, and experiences throughout the hiring process. American National does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third party recruitment agencies without a valid, signed agreement in place, and no fees will be paid for unauthorized submissions. Additionally, American National’s ability to sponsor employment based immigration authorization is limited and available only for certain positions based on business needs and role requirements.
American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Position Title: Sr Web Developer II
Position Location: 2525 South Shore Blvd., League City, TX 77573
Salary: $114,396.48 - $151,000.00 per year
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Summary of Duties:
- Perform application web development.
- Develop or direct software system testing or validation procedures, programming, or documentation.
- Apply both technical concepts and skills and knowledge of the company's internal policies and procedures to solve complex problems in creative and effective ways.
- Complete assignments that extend to new technologies and business processes with little to no assistance from management.
- Communicate fluently with the business representatives.
- Understand business requirements and relate these to the supporting system requirements, producing simple technical specifications for the work to be done.
- Code readable, reliable and maintainable programs in a variety of programming languages on multiple platforms necessary to support the team's assigned systems.
- Perform unit and system testing using test plans and scripts approved by the business.
- Review test results with the business and make the necessary adjustments to the deliverables.
- Follow and enforce coding standards, guidelines and codes and review team members’ work, ensuring standards and best practices are followed.
- Obtain approvals and migrates deliverables to the locked-up production environment.
- Record time and status to appropriate projects or support activity for billing.
- Respond promptly to production issues by serving on an on-call rotation for the 24-hour support of the team's systems.
- Demonstrated the documented CTS values and behaviors.
May be required to serve on-call rotation for the 24-hour support of the team's systems.
Education requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or closely related field.
Experience requirements: 2 years of experience in web application development.
Special Skills or Other Requirements:
Must have 2 years of experience with each of the following:
- Developing and maintaining web applications using JavaScript frameworks such as React.js or Angular.
- Design and implement RESTful APIs using Nest.js or Java.
- Write and maintain unit and integration tests using backend frameworks such as JUnit or Mockito and frontend frameworks such as Jasmine or Karma.
- Configure and manage CI/CD pipelines utilizing version control systems such as Git.
- Architect and optimize SQL queries and stored procedures utilizing SQL Server or MySQL.
- Apply secure coding practices and adhere to cybersecurity industry standards and guidelines to safeguard applications against vulnerabilities.
Additional Information
Job titles may span multiple career levels. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including training, transferable skills, relevant experience, business needs, and market conditions. Compensation is subject to change and may be modified in the future.
This job posting outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not perfectly align with every qualification - you may be a strong fit for this role or other opportunities at American National.
American National offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees’ health, financial security, and well being, including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, basic life insurance, and health savings accounts. Employees are automatically enrolled in a company funded 401(k) plan, receive paid time off and holidays, and work in an inclusive, people first culture that values flexibility, work life balance, professional growth, and a casual dress environment.
American National is a financially strong and stable insurance organization with a legacy of trust and impact dating back to 1905. We’re committed to supporting our employees as they build meaningful careers while helping protect what matters most to our customers and communities. Guided by our core values - Financial Strength, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Teamwork (FIRST) - we foster a collaborative, people centered workplace where individuals are encouraged to grow, contribute, and make a difference today and for the future. Learn more about our company, by following us on social media: LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram.
Hiring Practices
American National’s recruitment policies help us place individuals in a timely and efficient manner, and only the most qualified candidates will be contacted by our recruiting team. Candidates may check the status of their application by logging into their account.
While candidates may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools for personal interview preparation, the use of AI or automated tools is not permitted during any live or recorded interview, assessment, or at any stage of the application process where original candidate responses are required. Candidates are expected to represent their own qualifications, skills, and experiences throughout the hiring process. American National does not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third party recruitment agencies without a valid, signed agreement in place, and no fees will be paid for unauthorized submissions. Additionally, American National’s ability to sponsor employment based immigration authorization is limited and available only for certain positions based on business needs and role requirements.
American National is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected categories. American National is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Web Developer
Lead with your STEM OPT timeline
Tell employers upfront that your STEM OPT gives you up to three years of work authorization. Most web developer roles take 12 to 18 months to reach H-1B visa readiness, so your timeline removes the urgency that makes many employers hesitate.
Tie your degree directly to the role
OPT authorization requires your job to be related to your field of study. Frame your application to show the direct connection between your computer science, IT, or engineering degree and the web development work the employer needs done.
Target employers with active tech hiring
Companies that consistently hire software engineers and developers are far more likely to have immigration counsel on retainer and existing H-1B sponsorship infrastructure. Focus your search on employers with engineering teams, not one-off technical hires.
Highlight full-stack or specialized skills
Employers weigh sponsorship costs against how replaceable a candidate is. Deep expertise in React, Node.js, cloud infrastructure, or a niche framework makes you harder to replace locally, which directly improves your chances of securing sponsorship.
Address E-Verify requirements early
STEM OPT employers must be E-Verify participants. Confirm this before investing time in an application. Most mid-size and large tech employers already participate, but smaller startups and agencies sometimes do not, which would block STEM OPT approval.
Use your DSO to validate your job offer
Before accepting an offer, have your Designated School Official confirm the role qualifies under your program. A web developer position at an E-Verify employer in a directly related field is typically approvable, but validation prevents costly mistakes.
Web Developer OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do web developer jobs qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most web developer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information technology, or software engineering. The role must also be directly related to that degree, and the employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. A general business or communications degree would not qualify, even for a technical role.
How do I find web developer jobs that sponsor OPT?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters for employers willing to sponsor work authorization. General job boards don't surface sponsorship intent clearly, which wastes time on applications that go nowhere. Searching on Migrate Mate lets you focus on web developer roles at employers who have already indicated they can work with OPT candidates.
Can I work as a freelance or contract web developer on OPT?
Yes, OPT allows self-employment and contract work, but with strict conditions. You must be actively engaged in work related to your degree for at least 20 hours per week. For STEM OPT, self-employment is not permitted since there is no qualifying employer relationship to satisfy the E-Verify and training plan requirements. Short-term contract roles through a staffing agency with E-Verify enrollment can work for STEM OPT.
What happens to my OPT if I'm laid off from a web developer job?
You have a cumulative 90-day unemployment allowance on standard OPT, which extends to 150 days if you're on STEM OPT. The clock starts the day your employment ends. Actively tracking and minimizing unemployment time is critical. Returning to job searching immediately and documenting your efforts matters if USCIS ever reviews your record.
Does a web developer role count as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Web developer positions generally qualify as specialty occupations because they normally require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field. However, USCIS scrutinizes job descriptions carefully. Vague titles like 'web developer' with broad, generalist duties have faced more RFEs in recent years. A role with specific technical requirements and a degree requirement written into the job description is on stronger footing.