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AI Architect roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, engineering, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension starts.
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Get Access To All JobsMust Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Proven experience as an AI Architect defining enterprise AI architecture, standards, and governance.
- Hands-on experience designing/building agent-based approaches and autonomous workflows.
- Strong expertise in Prompt Engineering (Zero/Few-shot, Chain-of-Thought) and prompt design.
- Strong Python development experience and ability to guide teams with reference implementations.
- Experience with RAG, vector databases, and cloud deployments.
- Practical experience with GitHub Copilot adoption patterns including guardrails, prompt library management, extensions, and metrics.
- Salesforce ecosystem experience with ability to guide agentic development for Salesforce (architecture + delivery enablement). (Role requirement; no internal doc explicitly lists this combined requirement.)
Preferred / Nice to Have
- Experience designing enterprise adoption frameworks for Copilot/AI with change management and champion models.
- Experience building Copilot-led accelerators for engineering productivity and rapid prototyping.
- Knowledge of AI governance requirements and productionization practices.
Roles & Responsibilities
1) Architecture & Strategy (AI / Agentic AI)
- Define the overall solution architecture for enterprise agentic AI programs and create the target-state roadmap.
- Establish AI architecture standards, reference patterns, and governance guidelines for adoption at scale.
- Design architecture across LLMs/frameworks, vector databases, and cloud deployments, including Responsible AI practices.
2) Autonomous Agent Design & Orchestration (Copilot-led)
- Architect and enable autonomous agent workflows using GitHub Copilot, including multi-step orchestration and enterprise guardrails.
- Define a framework for prompt libraries, guardrails, extensions/integrations, and productivity metric tracking for Copilot adoption.
- Drive repeatable implementation approach and best practices for Copilot-based engineering interventions and productivity tracking.
3) Agentic Development for Salesforce (End-to-End)
- Lead the architecture for Agentic Development in Salesforce, covering development and quality engineering workflows.
- Enable Copilot-driven acceleration from design artifacts (e.g., Figma requirement sheets) to boilerplate code and supporting assets, where applicable.
- Establish patterns for agent-assisted testing and a roadmap toward autonomous testing where feasible (e.g., test case generation, script automation, regression maintenance).
4) Prompt Engineering Excellence
- Own enterprise prompt strategy including Zero-shot / Few-shot / Chain-of-Thought prompting techniques and prompt governance.
- Create reusable prompt frameworks/cookbooks, templates, and standards for consistent outcomes across teams.
5) RAG + Model/Tool Orchestration (Python-led)
- Architect and govern RAG pipelines, knowledge grounding approaches, and multi-turn agent orchestration using frameworks such as LangChain (or equivalent).
- Provide hands-on guidance for implementation in Python, including reference implementations and integration patterns.
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
- Discretionary Annual Incentive.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
- Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
- Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
- Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
- Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
- Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Salary Range: $130,000-$140,000 a year
Location
Mclean, VA
Job Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Enterprise Architect
Job Id
412437
Desired Skills
Artificial Intelligence
Salary Range
$130,000-$140,000 a year
Qualifications
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Proven experience as an AI Architect defining enterprise AI architecture, standards, and governance.
- Hands-on experience designing/building agent-based approaches and autonomous workflows.
- Strong expertise in Prompt Engineering (Zero/Few-shot, Chain-of-Thought) and prompt design.
- Strong Python development experience and ability to guide teams with reference implementations.
- Experience with RAG, vector databases, and cloud deployments.
- Practical experience with GitHub Copilot adoption patterns including guardrails, prompt library management, extensions, and metrics.
- Salesforce ecosystem experience with ability to guide agentic development for Salesforce (architecture + delivery enablement). (Role requirement; no internal doc explicitly lists this combined requirement.)
Preferred / Nice to Have
- Experience designing enterprise adoption frameworks for Copilot/AI with change management and champion models.
- Experience building Copilot-led accelerators for engineering productivity and rapid prototyping.
- Knowledge of AI governance requirements and productionization practices.
Roles & Responsibilities
1) Architecture & Strategy (AI / Agentic AI)
- Define the overall solution architecture for enterprise agentic AI programs and create the target-state roadmap.
- Establish AI architecture standards, reference patterns, and governance guidelines for adoption at scale.
- Design architecture across LLMs/frameworks, vector databases, and cloud deployments, including Responsible AI practices.
2) Autonomous Agent Design & Orchestration (Copilot-led)
- Architect and enable autonomous agent workflows using GitHub Copilot, including multi-step orchestration and enterprise guardrails.
- Define a framework for prompt libraries, guardrails, extensions/integrations, and productivity metric tracking for Copilot adoption.
- Drive repeatable implementation approach and best practices for Copilot-based engineering interventions and productivity tracking.
3) Agentic Development for Salesforce (End-to-End)
- Lead the architecture for Agentic Development in Salesforce, covering development and quality engineering workflows.
- Enable Copilot-driven acceleration from design artifacts (e.g., Figma requirement sheets) to boilerplate code and supporting assets, where applicable.
- Establish patterns for agent-assisted testing and a roadmap toward autonomous testing where feasible (e.g., test case generation, script automation, regression maintenance).
4) Prompt Engineering Excellence
- Own enterprise prompt strategy including Zero-shot / Few-shot / Chain-of-Thought prompting techniques and prompt governance.
- Create reusable prompt frameworks/cookbooks, templates, and standards for consistent outcomes across teams.
5) RAG + Model/Tool Orchestration (Python-led)
- Architect and govern RAG pipelines, knowledge grounding approaches, and multi-turn agent orchestration using frameworks such as LangChain (or equivalent).
- Provide hands-on guidance for implementation in Python, including reference implementations and integration patterns.
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
- Discretionary Annual Incentive.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans.
- Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves.
- Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection.
- Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement.
- Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays.
- Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing.
Salary Range: $130,000-$140,000 a year
Location
Mclean, VA
Job Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Enterprise Architect
Job Id
412437
Desired Skills
Artificial Intelligence
Salary Range
$130,000-$140,000 a year
Qualifications
BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in AI Architect
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the USCIS STEM OPT designated degree list. Computer science, computer engineering, and information systems codes typically qualify, but interdisciplinary degrees sometimes require a closer look with your DSO.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask the recruiter for their E-Verify company ID or look up the employer in the E-Verify database before signing an offer. A company that isn't enrolled can't legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, no matter how enthusiastic they are.
Build an I-983 training plan that maps to the role
AI Architect roles should document specific learning objectives tied to systems design, model deployment, and infrastructure architecture. Vague training plans draw scrutiny from USCIS during audits, so get your hiring manager to sign off on concrete technical milestones.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter AI Architect roles by employers who have filed H-1B visa LCAs, giving you a concrete signal that a company has already built the infrastructure to sponsor and transition STEM workers beyond OPT.
Use O*NET to align your job duties with STEM OPT requirements
The O*NET profile for AI Architect roles lists the core tasks and knowledge areas tied to the occupation. Referencing these in your I-983 strengthens the connection between your work authorization, your STEM degree, and the employer's training obligations.
File your extension request at least 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS requires your STEM OPT extension application to be received before your initial OPT EAD expires. Submit your I-765 and supporting documents through your DSO well in advance to avoid a gap that would disqualify you from working.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AI Architect role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or applied mathematics, and the role involves applying that technical knowledge directly. Check your degree's CIP code against the USCIS STEM designated degree list and confirm with your DSO that the AI Architect position satisfies the practical training requirement.
What does the I-983 training plan need to cover for an AI Architect position?
Your I-983 must document specific learning objectives tied to the role, not just a job description. For AI Architect positions, that means outlining how the work develops skills in areas like distributed systems design, model deployment pipelines, or cloud infrastructure architecture. Both you and your employer sign the form, and USCIS can audit it, so vague entries are a real risk.
How do I find AI Architect employers who are enrolled in E-Verify?
Browse AI Architect listings on Migrate Mate, where employers are filtered for E-Verify enrollment, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally hire STEM OPT workers. You can also ask a recruiter directly for the company's E-Verify ID number and cross-reference it in the E-Verify employer search tool before accepting an offer.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer loses E-Verify status after I start?
If your employer's E-Verify participation terminates after you begin working, your STEM OPT authorization is no longer valid for that employer. You'd need to find a new E-Verify-enrolled employer and file an amended I-983 with your DSO. USCIS requires continuous E-Verify enrollment throughout the extension period, not just at the time of initial hiring.
Can I apply for an H-1B while working as an AI Architect on STEM OPT?
Yes, and cap-gap protections apply if your STEM OPT EAD is still valid when H-1B lottery registration opens in March. If selected, your work authorization automatically extends through September 30 of that fiscal year while USCIS adjudicates the petition. AI Architect roles are strong candidates for H-1B specialty occupation classification given the degree requirements attached to the position.