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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Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.
Waymo's commercial service is running in ten cities, and the associated infrastructure is in an early stage. Investment is required for Waymo to grow into a high scale, world-class service.
We are building a team of engineers dedicated to further enhance this infrastructure for our in-car experience. Our team is responsible for creating foundational components, libraries, tools, and platforms that empower feature teams to build and ship world-class experiences at scale. You’ll be a key architect in shaping the future of the rider journey in autonomous vehicles.
In this hybrid role, you will report to an Engineering Manager.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Design, build, and maintain core Android frameworks and components that power the passenger experience.
- Create and enhance tooling to improve developer workstreams and overall productivity.
- Improve and optimize application and system performance.
- Collaborate closely with feature teams to provide the technical tools and direction for their projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of software development experience.
- Experience with Android platform and application development using Kotlin/Compose/View/XMLs.
- Solid understanding of the Android SDK, Android internals, and mobile development best practices.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We prefer:
- Experience building and maintaining shared Android libraries, SDKs, or components.
- Experience with performance analysis, profiling, and optimization tools.
- Familiarity with dependency injection frameworks.
COMPENSATION
The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.
- Salary Range: $175,000—$215,000 USD
Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
INTRODUCTION
Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.
Waymo's commercial service is running in ten cities, and the associated infrastructure is in an early stage. Investment is required for Waymo to grow into a high scale, world-class service.
We are building a team of engineers dedicated to further enhance this infrastructure for our in-car experience. Our team is responsible for creating foundational components, libraries, tools, and platforms that empower feature teams to build and ship world-class experiences at scale. You’ll be a key architect in shaping the future of the rider journey in autonomous vehicles.
In this hybrid role, you will report to an Engineering Manager.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Design, build, and maintain core Android frameworks and components that power the passenger experience.
- Create and enhance tooling to improve developer workstreams and overall productivity.
- Improve and optimize application and system performance.
- Collaborate closely with feature teams to provide the technical tools and direction for their projects.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years of software development experience.
- Experience with Android platform and application development using Kotlin/Compose/View/XMLs.
- Solid understanding of the Android SDK, Android internals, and mobile development best practices.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We prefer:
- Experience building and maintaining shared Android libraries, SDKs, or components.
- Experience with performance analysis, profiling, and optimization tools.
- Familiarity with dependency injection frameworks.
COMPENSATION
The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.
- Salary Range: $175,000—$215,000 USD
Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
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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.