STEM OPT Android Developer Jobs
Android Developer roles in mobile engineering, computer science, and software systems qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving you up to 36 months of F-1 work authorization. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a formal I-983 training plan before your extension is approved.
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Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Product and Technical Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain high-quality Android applications ensuring robustness, scalability, and performance.
- Collaborate closely with engineering technical leadership to establish architectural direction and ensure alignment with strategic technical goals.
- Help to lead mobile Android development efforts, ensuring adherence to established coding standards and best practices.
Business Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with product management teams to define requirements and ensure technical feasibility.
- Communicate technical concepts and challenges clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- Provide realistic estimates for development tasks and assist in planning sprints and release schedules.
Compliance and Regulatory Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all software development complies with relevant healthcare industry standards and regulations (such as HIPAA and data protection guidelines).
- Document technical implementations and ensure comprehensive record-keeping to support regulatory compliance and audits.
- Proactively identify and mitigate compliance and security risks in software design and implementation.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
- 4+ years of experience developing high-quality mobile applications for Android platforms
- At least 2 years of experience serving in a lead mobile Android developer role, with proven capability in technical leadership and mentorship.
- Strong proficiency in at least one primary mobile development language: Kotlin (preferred) or Java.
- Proven ability to independently drive technical projects from conception to deployment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience developing mobile applications within the healthcare industry
- Familiarity with cross-platform frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter)
- Experience with modern CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
Posted Date: 05/13/2026
This role will be posted for a minimum of 3 days.
COMPENSATION
- USN: $102,600 - $171,000 USD Annual
- US5: $107,700 - $179,600 USD Annual
- US10: $112,900 - $188,100 USD Annual
- US15: $118,000 - $196,600 USD Annual
- US20: $123,100 - $205,200 USD Annual
- US30: $133,400 - $222,300 USD Annual
View the U.S. work location and transparency guide to find the pay range for your location.
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
INTRODUCTION
Looking for a place that values your unique talents? Discover Stryker's award-winning culture.
We are proud to offer you our total rewards package which includes bonuses, healthcare, insurance benefits, retirement programs, wellness programs, as well as service and performance awards – not to mention various social and recreational activities, all of which are location specific.
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are excited to be named one of the World’s Best Workplaces by Fortune Magazine! We are proud to offer you 12 paid holidays annually. For an overview of our benefits and time off, please follow this link to learn more: US Stryker employee benefits.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Product and Technical Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, test, debug, and maintain high-quality Android applications ensuring robustness, scalability, and performance.
- Collaborate closely with engineering technical leadership to establish architectural direction and ensure alignment with strategic technical goals.
- Help to lead mobile Android development efforts, ensuring adherence to established coding standards and best practices.
Business Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with product management teams to define requirements and ensure technical feasibility.
- Communicate technical concepts and challenges clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
- Provide realistic estimates for development tasks and assist in planning sprints and release schedules.
Compliance and Regulatory Responsibilities:
- Ensure that all software development complies with relevant healthcare industry standards and regulations (such as HIPAA and data protection guidelines).
- Document technical implementations and ensure comprehensive record-keeping to support regulatory compliance and audits.
- Proactively identify and mitigate compliance and security risks in software design and implementation.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline
- 4+ years of experience developing high-quality mobile applications for Android platforms
- At least 2 years of experience serving in a lead mobile Android developer role, with proven capability in technical leadership and mentorship.
- Strong proficiency in at least one primary mobile development language: Kotlin (preferred) or Java.
- Proven ability to independently drive technical projects from conception to deployment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Prior experience developing mobile applications within the healthcare industry
- Familiarity with cross-platform frameworks (e.g., React Native, Flutter)
- Experience with modern CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks
Posted Date: 05/13/2026
This role will be posted for a minimum of 3 days.
COMPENSATION
- USN: $102,600 - $171,000 USD Annual
- US5: $107,700 - $179,600 USD Annual
- US10: $112,900 - $188,100 USD Annual
- US15: $118,000 - $196,600 USD Annual
- US20: $123,100 - $205,200 USD Annual
- US30: $133,400 - $222,300 USD Annual
View the U.S. work location and transparency guide to find the pay range for your location.
Health benefits include: Medical and prescription drug insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, personalized healthcare support, wellbeing program and tobacco cessation program. Financial benefits include: Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), 401(k) plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), basic life and AD&D insurance, and short-term disability insurance. Stryker offers innovative products and services in MedSurg, Neurotechnology, Orthopaedics and Spine that help improve patient and healthcare outcomes. Alongside its customers around the world, Stryker impacts more than 150 million patients annually. Depending on customer requirements employees and new hires in sales and field roles that require access to customer accounts as a function of the job may be required to obtain various vaccinations as an essential function of their role.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Android Developer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's CIP code mapping to a STEM-designated field. Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Information Technology codes all qualify. Check your I-20 and confirm the CIP code with your DSO before submitting any applications.
Filter jobs by E-Verify enrollment status
Not every company that posts Android Developer roles is enrolled in E-Verify. Use Migrate Mate to filter listings by verified E-Verify enrollment so you only pursue employers who can legally sign your I-983 training plan.
Negotiate your training plan scope early
The I-983 requires your employer to define specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For Android Developer roles, push to include goals around system architecture, performance optimization, or machine learning integration so the plan clearly connects to your field of study.
Target employers with active mobile LCA filings
Companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for software or mobile engineering roles already understand STEM OPT workflows. Search the OFLC Wage Search for LCA filings under SOC codes for software developers to identify employers actively hiring in this space.
Submit your STEM OPT extension 90 days early
USCIS requires you to file your STEM OPT extension application no more than 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. File late and you lose authorization. Your DSO must update your SEVIS record before you can submit Form I-765.
Use O*NET to strengthen your training plan
The O*NET profile for Software Developers lists core tasks and knowledge areas recognized by DOL. Referencing these in your I-983 training objectives makes the connection between your Android Developer role and your STEM degree explicit and easier for USCIS to approve.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Android Developer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Information Technology. The qualifying factor is your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. Confirm with your DSO that your I-20 reflects a CIP code on the official STEM Designated Degree Program List before your employer files any paperwork.
What does my employer need to do to hire me on STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and must co-sign a Form I-983 training plan with you before your STEM OPT extension is approved. The I-983 requires documented learning objectives that connect your Android Developer responsibilities to your STEM field. Employers who have never hired on STEM OPT before may not be aware of this requirement, so raise it early in the offer process.
How do I find Android Developer jobs that accept STEM OPT?
Search Migrate Mate for Android Developer roles filtered by E-Verify enrollment. Not all companies advertising software roles are enrolled in E-Verify, and targeting only enrolled employers saves you from wasting time on opportunities that can't move forward. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified E-Verify status so you can focus your applications on companies that are already set up to hire you.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition for you before your STEM OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year, or until USCIS makes a decision on your petition if it's still pending. You can continue working as an Android Developer during cap-gap as long as your employer filed before your EAD expired and you remain in a valid period of authorized stay.
Can I switch Android Developer jobs while on STEM OPT?
Yes, but you must report the job change to your DSO within 10 days, and your new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a new I-983 training plan with you. A gap in employment of more than 90 days during your STEM OPT period can affect your F-1 status, so move quickly when transitioning between employers and keep your DSO informed throughout the process.