STEM OPT Android Engineer Jobs
Android Engineer roles in mobile software development qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension under CIP codes in computer science and software engineering. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your role must directly apply your STEM degree. That combination gives you up to 36 months to build your U.S. career in Android development.
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🚀 Now Hiring: Android Device Test Engineer (Entry Level)
LOCATION
Locations: New Jersey (NJ), Illinois (IL), California (CA)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-Time
Experience
0–2 Years
OPEN POSITIONS
14
MANDATORY QUALIFICATION
Degree in Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering
Looking to start your career in the wireless and mobile technology industry? We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated engineers to join our Android Product Field Testing Team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in mobile devices, LTE/5G technologies, and connectivity testing.
✨ 3 Weeks of Technical Training Provided
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You Will Work On
- Perform field testing of Android devices across various cellular and connectivity scenarios
- Validate LTE/5G network performance and wireless connectivity in real-world environments
- Capture, analyze, and troubleshoot device logs using tools such as QXDM and ADB
- Document test results, observations, and identified issues
- Reproduce reported defects and assist engineering teams with issue analysis
- Support mobile device validation activities to ensure product quality and performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and testing teams
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
- Degree in Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering (Mandatory)
- Basic understanding of LTE, 5G, and wireless communication technologies
- Interest in mobile device testing, troubleshooting, and validation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and documentation skills
- Willingness to travel locally as part of field testing activities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to Android devices
- Familiarity with QXDM, ADB, or similar diagnostic/logging tools
- Knowledge of wireless protocols and mobile network fundamentals
- Prior mobile or wireless testing experience (helpful but not required)
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
- Recent Graduates
- Engineers with 0–2 years of experience
- Candidates looking to build a career in:
- Mobile Device Testing
- Wireless Technologies
- LTE/5G Validation
- Android Device Certification
- Connectivity Testing
- Telecom Engineering
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge Android devices while working alongside industry experts in wireless technology and connectivity validation.
INTRODUCTION
🚀 Now Hiring: Android Device Test Engineer (Entry Level)
LOCATION
Locations: New Jersey (NJ), Illinois (IL), California (CA)
EMPLOYMENT TYPE
Full-Time
Experience
0–2 Years
OPEN POSITIONS
14
MANDATORY QUALIFICATION
Degree in Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering
Looking to start your career in the wireless and mobile technology industry? We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated engineers to join our Android Product Field Testing Team. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates and early-career professionals interested in mobile devices, LTE/5G technologies, and connectivity testing.
✨ 3 Weeks of Technical Training Provided
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What You Will Work On
- Perform field testing of Android devices across various cellular and connectivity scenarios
- Validate LTE/5G network performance and wireless connectivity in real-world environments
- Capture, analyze, and troubleshoot device logs using tools such as QXDM and ADB
- Document test results, observations, and identified issues
- Reproduce reported defects and assist engineering teams with issue analysis
- Support mobile device validation activities to ensure product quality and performance
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering and testing teams
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills
- Degree in Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering (Mandatory)
- Basic understanding of LTE, 5G, and wireless communication technologies
- Interest in mobile device testing, troubleshooting, and validation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication and documentation skills
- Willingness to travel locally as part of field testing activities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred Skills
- Exposure to Android devices
- Familiarity with QXDM, ADB, or similar diagnostic/logging tools
- Knowledge of wireless protocols and mobile network fundamentals
- Prior mobile or wireless testing experience (helpful but not required)
WHO SHOULD APPLY?
- Recent Graduates
- Engineers with 0–2 years of experience
- Candidates looking to build a career in:
- Mobile Device Testing
- Wireless Technologies
- LTE/5G Validation
- Android Device Certification
- Connectivity Testing
- Telecom Engineering
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge Android devices while working alongside industry experts in wireless technology and connectivity validation.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Android Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Android Engineer roles typically fall under CIP codes 11.0701 (Computer Science) or 14.0903 (Software Engineering). Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before targeting roles so you don't lose time pursuing positions your degree can't support.
Filter for E-Verify enrolled employers early
Check E-Verify enrollment before you invest time in any application. Ask the recruiter directly or look up the company through the E-Verify employer search tool. An unenrolled employer can't legally extend your STEM OPT, no matter how well the interview goes.
Build a portfolio showing platform-specific Android work
Hiring managers for Android roles screen candidates on Jetpack Compose, Kotlin, and MVVM architecture. A GitHub portfolio with production-quality Android projects makes your STEM degree directly legible to technical reviewers who may know little about OPT timelines.
Target employers with active mobile engineering teams
Use Migrate Mate to find Android Engineer roles at employers whose E-Verify status and STEM OPT hiring history are already verified. Focusing your search there cuts the time you'd otherwise spend vetting individual companies through recruiter calls.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan before your start date
The I-983 must detail specific Android development goals tied to your STEM degree. Get your manager or HR partner to agree on the training plan language before day one so you're not scrambling to revise it after your DSO flags a mismatch.
Understand cap-gap protection if you're an H-1B registrant
If you're selected in the H-1B lottery while on STEM OPT, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. Confirm with USCIS guidance that your Android Engineer role qualifies as a specialty occupation before your OPT EAD expires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Android Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree falls under an eligible STEM CIP code such as Computer Science (11.0701) or Software Engineering (14.0903) and your Android Engineer duties directly apply that degree. Your DSO confirms CIP code eligibility. The role itself must require and use your technical training, not just list it as a preferred qualification.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
You can search for your employer directly through the E-Verify employer search tool, which is publicly accessible through the E-Verify program. Ask your recruiter or HR contact to confirm enrollment status in writing before you sign an offer. USCIS requires E-Verify enrollment as a condition of the STEM OPT extension, and your DSO will check this before approving your I-20 update.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Android Engineer?
Your I-983 must describe concrete learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, such as mastering Android SDK components, applying software engineering principles to mobile architecture, or developing production features using Kotlin. Vague descriptions like 'software development tasks' are routinely flagged. Work with your manager to write goals that connect daily Android engineering work to specific degree competencies.
How do I find Android Engineer roles at employers that sponsor STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Android Engineer jobs at employers whose E-Verify enrollment is already verified, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't support your extension. Filter by STEM OPT eligibility to see only roles where the employer meets the statutory requirements USCIS and ICE enforce for the 24-month extension.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if I'm selected in the H-1B lottery as an Android Engineer?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap extends your STEM OPT work authorization automatically through September 30 of that year. Your Android Engineer role must qualify as a specialty occupation under USCIS standards, meaning it requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related technical field. Consult USCIS guidance to confirm your specific situation.