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AI Developer roles in machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision fall squarely within STEM OPT eligibility for graduates with degrees in computer science, data science, or related STEM fields. Your 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build U.S. experience, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify.
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Req #
WD00107765
Career area:
Research/Development
Country/Region:
United States of America
State:
North Carolina
City:
Morrisville
Date:
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Working time:
Full-time
Additional Locations:
* United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
Why Work at Lenovo
We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.
Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).
This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.
On-Device AI Developer (Software Engineer)
Lenovo Research | PC Innovation & Ecosystem
Role Overview
Lenovo Research is seeking a recent college graduate or early-career Software Engineer to join our On-Device Intelligence team.
In this role, you will help develop and optimize software that enables AI models to run efficiently on Lenovo PCs. You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, and product teams to build innovative AI-powered solutions for Windows-based devices.
- Software Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain software using C/C++ and Python.
- AI Integration: Support the deployment and execution of AI models on Lenovo PCs.
- Performance Optimization: Improve software speed, memory usage, power efficiency, and reliability.
- Troubleshooting: Debug software issues and implement effective solutions.
- Collaboration: Work with engineering and research teams to develop prototypes and production-ready software.
What We're Looking For
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Programming: Experience with C/C++ and Python.
- Operating Systems: Familiarity with Windows operating systems and development environments.
- Technical Skills: Understanding of software development, debugging, data structures, and algorithms.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
- Teamwork: Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to artificial intelligence or machine learning.
- Experience with Windows application development.
- Familiarity with AI model deployment or system performance optimization.
- Relevant internships, academic projects, or research experience.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.
Additional Locations:
United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
United States of America
United States of America - North Carolina
United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
General Information
Req #
WD00107765
Career area:
Research/Development
Country/Region:
United States of America
State:
North Carolina
City:
Morrisville
Date:
Wednesday, October 28, 2026
Working time:
Full-time
Additional Locations:
* United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
Why Work at Lenovo
We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers.
Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY).
This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub.
On-Device AI Developer (Software Engineer)
Lenovo Research | PC Innovation & Ecosystem
Role Overview
Lenovo Research is seeking a recent college graduate or early-career Software Engineer to join our On-Device Intelligence team.
In this role, you will help develop and optimize software that enables AI models to run efficiently on Lenovo PCs. You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, and product teams to build innovative AI-powered solutions for Windows-based devices.
- Software Development: Design, develop, test, and maintain software using C/C++ and Python.
- AI Integration: Support the deployment and execution of AI models on Lenovo PCs.
- Performance Optimization: Improve software speed, memory usage, power efficiency, and reliability.
- Troubleshooting: Debug software issues and implement effective solutions.
- Collaboration: Work with engineering and research teams to develop prototypes and production-ready software.
What We're Looking For
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
- Programming: Experience with C/C++ and Python.
- Operating Systems: Familiarity with Windows operating systems and development environments.
- Technical Skills: Understanding of software development, debugging, data structures, and algorithms.
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting abilities.
- Teamwork: Effective communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Exposure to artificial intelligence or machine learning.
- Experience with Windows application development.
- Familiarity with AI model deployment or system performance optimization.
- Relevant internships, academic projects, or research experience.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.
Additional Locations:
United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
United States of America
United States of America - North Carolina
United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an AI Developer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code. Check your I-20 to confirm it maps to a STEM-designated field like computer science (11.0701) or data science (30.7001) before your DSO files the extension.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Before signing anything, ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify Employer ID or look them up in the E-Verify employer search. An AI role at a company not enrolled in E-Verify disqualifies you from the 24-month STEM OPT extension entirely.
Target AI teams at E-Verify enrolled employers on Migrate Mate
Search AI Developer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history. This saves you from applying to roles where the employer can't legally support your extension.
Build a portfolio that speaks to LLM and production AI work
Hiring managers for AI Developer roles screen for applied experience, not just coursework. Projects involving fine-tuning large language models, deploying ML pipelines, or building retrieval-augmented generation systems directly address what STEM-heavy employers are evaluating during technical interviews.
File your I-983 training plan within the first five days
USCIS requires your employer to sign a Form I-983 establishing the formal training relationship. Get this completed at offer acceptance, not after your start date. Your DSO needs it before recommending the STEM OPT extension, and delays can create a gap in your work authorization.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer against prevailing wages
AI Developer roles span multiple Standard Occupational Classification codes, including 15-2051 for data scientists and 15-1252 for software developers. Check the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code and your work location to verify your offer meets the DOL prevailing wage level before you negotiate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as an AI Developer?
Your degree qualifies if it carries a STEM-designated CIP code. Computer science, electrical engineering, data science, applied mathematics, and statistics degrees typically qualify. Check your I-20 for the CIP code and cross-reference it against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Your DSO can confirm eligibility before you apply for the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify at the specific worksite where you'll be working, not just at company headquarters. This is a hard USCIS requirement for STEM OPT extensions. Before accepting an offer, ask the recruiter or HR team to confirm E-Verify enrollment and provide the Employer ID. You can verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an AI Developer role?
The Form I-983 must describe how your day-to-day AI work relates directly to your STEM degree. For an AI Developer, this typically includes learning goals tied to your degree field, specific technical competencies you'll develop such as model development or ML systems design, and how your employer will supervise and evaluate your progress. Both you and your employer must sign it.
How does cap-gap protection work if my employer files an H-1B petition while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your STEM OPT expires between April 1 and October 1 and your employer filed a timely H-1B visa petition on your behalf, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. You can continue working as an AI Developer during this period without interruption. USCIS issues cap-gap eligibility based on the I-797 receipt notice from the H-1B filing.
Where can I find AI Developer jobs that are confirmed STEM OPT compatible?
Migrate Mate lists AI Developer roles filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented STEM OPT hiring history. This lets you focus your applications on companies that already understand the extension requirements and have a track record of onboarding students in your situation, rather than educating employers about STEM OPT from scratch during the interview process.