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Architecture roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in architecture or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you, and the 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build licensure experience, complete IDP hours, and pursue long-term sponsorship.
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AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Define & enforce development standards for ETL/Data Warehousing.
- Design, code, test, & document reusable objects using Snowflake & IICS.
- Lead full lifecycle Data Warehousing & integration projects from requirements to deployment.
- Collaborate with Data Engineering team to implement solutions aligned with business needs.
- Optimize infrastructure & reduce Data platform costs.
- Implement operational improvements, including processes, controls, & code reviews.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Must have a Bachelor’s or foreign education equivalent in Engineering, Computer Science or Biotechnology, or foreign education equivalent & 4 years of experience as a data architect or in related field.
Of experience required, must have 4 years:
- (i) working in data integration, data warehousing, cloud-related initiatives, & development & implementation of data solutions;
- (ii) writing complex SQL queries;
- (iii) partnering with external vendors or implementation partners to optimize service delivery;
- (iv) working with data warehousing, data technologies, & ETL solutions; &
- (v) leading end-to-end data engineering & data modelling activities, including design, implementation, testing, deployment, & support; &
Of experience required, must have 3 years:
- (i) applying architecture patterns & data integration design principles;
- (ii) working in a matrix organization, balancing customer needs against organizational goals;
- (iii) identifying & recommending appropriate product/service offerings to meet functional needs;
- (iv) executing project delivery & client relationship management within a technology environment; &
- (v) preparing data visualizations using Clik & PowerBI.
Work experience may be gained concurrently.
Additional Information
Salary Range: $160,555 - $178,500 per year
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentive programs.
AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community, and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
Company Description
AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.
Job Description
Key Responsibilities
- Define & enforce development standards for ETL/Data Warehousing.
- Design, code, test, & document reusable objects using Snowflake & IICS.
- Lead full lifecycle Data Warehousing & integration projects from requirements to deployment.
- Collaborate with Data Engineering team to implement solutions aligned with business needs.
- Optimize infrastructure & reduce Data platform costs.
- Implement operational improvements, including processes, controls, & code reviews.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Must have a Bachelor’s or foreign education equivalent in Engineering, Computer Science or Biotechnology, or foreign education equivalent & 4 years of experience as a data architect or in related field.
Of experience required, must have 4 years:
- (i) working in data integration, data warehousing, cloud-related initiatives, & development & implementation of data solutions;
- (ii) writing complex SQL queries;
- (iii) partnering with external vendors or implementation partners to optimize service delivery;
- (iv) working with data warehousing, data technologies, & ETL solutions; &
- (v) leading end-to-end data engineering & data modelling activities, including design, implementation, testing, deployment, & support; &
Of experience required, must have 3 years:
- (i) applying architecture patterns & data integration design principles;
- (ii) working in a matrix organization, balancing customer needs against organizational goals;
- (iii) identifying & recommending appropriate product/service offerings to meet functional needs;
- (iv) executing project delivery & client relationship management within a technology environment; &
- (v) preparing data visualizations using Clik & PowerBI.
Work experience may be gained concurrently.
Additional Information
Salary Range: $160,555 - $178,500 per year
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term and long-term incentive programs.
AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community, and embracing diversity and inclusion. It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.
AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.
US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/equal-employment-opportunity-employer.html
US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more:
https://www.abbvie.com/join-us/reasonable-accommodations.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Architect
Verify your CIP code matches architecture
Not every architecture-adjacent degree qualifies for STEM OPT. Cross-reference your degree's CIP code against the official STEM Designated Degree Program List through USCIS to confirm eligibility before targeting employers or filing your extension.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Architecture firms, especially smaller studios, often aren't enrolled in E-Verify. Ask the hiring manager or HR directly before your offer stage. Firms not enrolled cannot legally employ STEM OPT students, and retroactive enrollment takes time that your OPT timeline may not absorb.
Target firms with active federal or public contracts
Federal contractors are required to use E-Verify, so architecture practices with government project portfolios are more likely to already be enrolled. Prioritize firms working on public infrastructure, federal buildings, or GSA-funded projects when building your application list.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate for architect roles at employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and H-1B visa filing history. This cuts the research time of vetting individual firms and surfaces practices already experienced in hiring international design professionals.
Structure your I-983 training plan around licensure milestones
Your I-983 must show a direct connection between your work and your STEM degree. Map your training objectives to AXP experience areas like Project Management and Construction Evaluation so your plan reflects the professional development architects are formally required to document.
Align your OPT timeline with H-1B cap-gap protection
If your employer files an H-1B petition before April 1, cap-gap rules automatically extend your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30. Coordinate with your employer's HR or immigration counsel to make sure the petition is submitted within the registration window.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my architecture degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your specific degree's CIP code. Architecture degrees under CIP 04.02 (Architecture) are included on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS. Degrees in architectural engineering, construction science, or urban planning may also qualify under separate CIP codes. Check your degree audit or transcript for the exact code and cross-reference it against the official USCIS list before filing your extension.
Can I work for a small architecture firm on STEM OPT?
Yes, but only if the firm is enrolled in E-Verify. Firm size doesn't determine eligibility. Many boutique and mid-size studios aren't enrolled because they've never hired international students before. Ask during the interview process, not after an offer. If a firm wants to hire you, they can enroll in E-Verify, but the process takes time and you can't start until enrollment is complete.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an architect role?
Your I-983 training plan must detail how your day-to-day architectural work connects to your STEM degree. For architects, that means documenting objectives tied to design development, technical documentation, project coordination, and site observation. Reference AXP experience areas where possible. Your DSO and employer must both sign the plan, and it should be updated if your responsibilities change significantly during the extension period.
How does cap-gap work if my employer files for H-1B while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your STEM OPT expires between April 1 and September 30 and your employer files a timely H-1B petition before that expiration, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You can continue working for the same employer during this period. USCIS issues no separate document for cap-gap; your continued authorization is based on the filed petition and your existing status.
Where can I find architect jobs at employers who already hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters architecture roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and a history of sponsoring international candidates. This is faster than vetting individual firms through E-Verify's public search tool. You can browse by role type and location to find practices already set up to onboard STEM OPT students without internal delays on the compliance side.