STEM OPT Azure Data Engineer Jobs
Azure Data Engineer roles in cloud infrastructure, data pipelines, and analytics qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension if your degree is in computer science, information technology, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: AI Architect – Azure
Location: Dallas, TX (Remote)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
Copilot Studio Development:
- Build and configure custom copilots topics tools and knowledge sources
- Implement agent flows using Power Automate and custom APIs
- Integrate connectors prebuilt and custom for enterprise systems Dynamics SAP ServiceNow
Agentic Orchestration:
- Apply orchestration patterns task decomposition multistep flows fallback error handling
ALM Governance:
- Package copilots and flows into Solutions for dev/test/prod environments
- Power Platform pipelines or Azure DevOps/GitHub for CICD
- Manage environment variables connection references and Dataverse dependencies
Observability Compliance:
- Ensure data residency DLP policies and secure API authentication
Preferred Qualifications (not mandatory)
- Azure AI Search Integration
- Design and implement hybrid/vector retrieval pipelines for enterprise RAG scenarios
- Configure semantic index and secure knowledge grounding for copilots
- Implement monitoring via Azure Application Insights and enforce Responsible AI principles
Required Technical Skills
- Copilot Studio Authoring topics tools connectors and multichannel deployment
- Power Automate Flow design HTTP actions Custom connectors throttling/timeouts handling
- Azure AI Search Hybrid/vector retrieval enrichment reranking and integration with copilots
- ALM Power Platform Solutions managed/unmanaged environments CICD pipelines
- Security Governance AAD/Entra authentication environment variables DLP policies
Preferred Experience
- Working with Dataverse and Power Platform ALM and governance
- Implementing observability Azure Monitor App Insights
- Exposure to Responsible AI principles and enterprise compliance frameworks
- Familiarity with Agent Factory or similar operationalization frameworks
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams CSA architects governance leads
- Clear communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders
Education Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field
- Microsoft certifications in Power Platform Azure AI or Copilot Studio preferred
Skills
Mandatory Skills: AI/Generative AI, Azure Cloud Architecture, Estimation, Fine Tuning Large Language Models
Other details
Variable Compensation: This position includes a bonus or variable payout component based on individual and organizational performance. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, performance and internal equity.
Benefits and Perks:
- Comprehensive Medical Plan Covering Medical, Dental, Vision
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 401(k) Plan with Company match
- Life Insurance
- Vacation Time, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
- Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum salary target for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and job level and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Depending on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of overall compensation like an annual performance-based bonus, sales incentive pay and other forms of bonus or variable compensation.
Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information provided herein is accurate as of the date of this posting.
LTIMindtree is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, family-care status, veteran status, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, military service, handicap or disability or history of handicap or disability, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, union affiliation, affectional or sexual orientation or preference, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, except where such considerations are bona fide occupational qualifications permitted by law.
Benefits
Compensation range: $130,000.00 to $170,000.00 per year
About LTM
LTM is an AI-centric global technology services company and the Business Creativity partner to the world’s largest and most disruptive enterprises. We bring human insights and intelligent systems together to help clients create greater value at the intersection of technology and domain expertise. Our capabilities span integrated operations, transformation, and business AI — enabling new ways of working, new productivity paradigms, and new roads to value. Together with over 87,000 employees across 40 countries and our global network of partners, LTM — a Larsen & Toubro company — owns business outcomes for our clients, helping them not just outperform the market, but to Outcreate it.
Please also note that neither LTM nor any of its authorized recruitment agencies/partners charge any candidate registration fee or any other fees from talent (candidates) towards appearing for an interview or securing employment/internship. Candidates shall be solely responsible for verifying the credentials of any agency/consultant that claims to be working with LTM for recruitment. Please note that anyone who relies on the representations made by fraudulent employment agencies does so at their own risk, and LTM disclaims any liability in case of loss or damage suffered as a consequence of the same.
Recruitment Fraud Alert - https://www.ltimindtree.com/recruitment-fraud-alert/
Job Title: AI Architect – Azure
Location: Dallas, TX (Remote)
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities
Copilot Studio Development:
- Build and configure custom copilots topics tools and knowledge sources
- Implement agent flows using Power Automate and custom APIs
- Integrate connectors prebuilt and custom for enterprise systems Dynamics SAP ServiceNow
Agentic Orchestration:
- Apply orchestration patterns task decomposition multistep flows fallback error handling
ALM Governance:
- Package copilots and flows into Solutions for dev/test/prod environments
- Power Platform pipelines or Azure DevOps/GitHub for CICD
- Manage environment variables connection references and Dataverse dependencies
Observability Compliance:
- Ensure data residency DLP policies and secure API authentication
Preferred Qualifications (not mandatory)
- Azure AI Search Integration
- Design and implement hybrid/vector retrieval pipelines for enterprise RAG scenarios
- Configure semantic index and secure knowledge grounding for copilots
- Implement monitoring via Azure Application Insights and enforce Responsible AI principles
Required Technical Skills
- Copilot Studio Authoring topics tools connectors and multichannel deployment
- Power Automate Flow design HTTP actions Custom connectors throttling/timeouts handling
- Azure AI Search Hybrid/vector retrieval enrichment reranking and integration with copilots
- ALM Power Platform Solutions managed/unmanaged environments CICD pipelines
- Security Governance AAD/Entra authentication environment variables DLP policies
Preferred Experience
- Working with Dataverse and Power Platform ALM and governance
- Implementing observability Azure Monitor App Insights
- Exposure to Responsible AI principles and enterprise compliance frameworks
- Familiarity with Agent Factory or similar operationalization frameworks
Soft Skills
- Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
- Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams CSA architects governance leads
- Clear communication for technical and non-technical stakeholders
Education Certifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science Engineering or related field
- Microsoft certifications in Power Platform Azure AI or Copilot Studio preferred
Skills
Mandatory Skills: AI/Generative AI, Azure Cloud Architecture, Estimation, Fine Tuning Large Language Models
Other details
Variable Compensation: This position includes a bonus or variable payout component based on individual and organizational performance. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, performance and internal equity.
Benefits and Perks:
- Comprehensive Medical Plan Covering Medical, Dental, Vision
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
- 401(k) Plan with Company match
- Life Insurance
- Vacation Time, Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
- Paid Paternity and Maternity Leave
The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum salary target for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and job level and additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Depending on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of overall compensation like an annual performance-based bonus, sales incentive pay and other forms of bonus or variable compensation.
Disclaimer: The compensation and benefits information provided herein is accurate as of the date of this posting.
LTIMindtree is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity in the workplace. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, family-care status, veteran status, marital status, civil union status, domestic partnership status, military service, handicap or disability or history of handicap or disability, genetic information, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, union affiliation, affectional or sexual orientation or preference, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, except where such considerations are bona fide occupational qualifications permitted by law.
Benefits
Compensation range: $130,000.00 to $170,000.00 per year
About LTM
LTM is an AI-centric global technology services company and the Business Creativity partner to the world’s largest and most disruptive enterprises. We bring human insights and intelligent systems together to help clients create greater value at the intersection of technology and domain expertise. Our capabilities span integrated operations, transformation, and business AI — enabling new ways of working, new productivity paradigms, and new roads to value. Together with over 87,000 employees across 40 countries and our global network of partners, LTM — a Larsen & Toubro company — owns business outcomes for our clients, helping them not just outperform the market, but to Outcreate it.
Please also note that neither LTM nor any of its authorized recruitment agencies/partners charge any candidate registration fee or any other fees from talent (candidates) towards appearing for an interview or securing employment/internship. Candidates shall be solely responsible for verifying the credentials of any agency/consultant that claims to be working with LTM for recruitment. Please note that anyone who relies on the representations made by fraudulent employment agencies does so at their own risk, and LTM disclaims any liability in case of loss or damage suffered as a consequence of the same.
Recruitment Fraud Alert - https://www.ltimindtree.com/recruitment-fraud-alert/
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Azure Data Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, data science, and information systems CIP codes commonly qualify, but your DSO confirms eligibility before filing.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask each recruiter to confirm their company's E-Verify Employer ID number during the offer stage. An employer who isn't enrolled cannot legally hire you on STEM OPT, and enrollment can't be rushed after you've already accepted.
Build Azure certifications that signal sponsorship readiness
Hiring managers for Azure Data Engineer roles frequently filter for AZ-900, DP-203, or the Azure Data Engineer Associate credential. These certifications compress your ramp-up time and reduce the training burden employers weigh when evaluating STEM OPT candidates.
Target companies with active data engineering LCA filings
Use the OFLC Wage Search to identify employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for data engineering roles. Active LCA history signals an established process for work-authorized hires, not a first attempt at the paperwork.
Find STEM OPT-ready Azure roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Azure Data Engineer listings by E-Verify enrollment status, so you only see employers who can legally hire you on STEM OPT. Search by role and location without manually vetting each company's compliance status.
File your I-983 training plan before your OPT end date
Your DSO must receive a completed Form I-983, signed by both you and your employer's authorized training supervisor, before USCIS can approve the 24-month extension. Late submissions create gaps in work authorization that can't be retroactively filled.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Azure Data Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, information systems, or data science, and the Azure Data Engineer role directly applies that coursework. Your DSO verifies that your degree's CIP code appears on the official STEM Designated Degree Program List before recommending the extension to USCIS. The role itself must also align with the learning objectives listed in your Form I-983 training plan.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Every employer who hires you on a STEM OPT extension must be actively enrolled in E-Verify for the specific site where you'll work. Enrollment at a company's headquarters doesn't automatically cover subsidiary offices or remote work locations under a different EIN. Confirm the exact E-Verify Employer ID for your worksite before your extension is filed, because USCIS will reject a STEM OPT extension tied to a non-enrolled location.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for a data engineering role?
Your Form I-983 must describe how your Azure Data Engineering work directly relates to your STEM degree, listing specific learning objectives such as designing ETL pipelines, managing Azure Data Factory workflows, or building Lakehouse architectures. It must name a supervising employee who will provide oversight and conduct the required evaluations at the 12-month and 24-month marks. Generic job descriptions without degree-level connections are the most common reason DSOs send I-983s back for revision.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm an Azure Data Engineer on STEM OPT waiting for H-1B?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as an Azure Data Engineer during this period without a new EAD. USCIS confirms cap-gap status through the receipt notice your employer receives after filing Form I-129, which your DSO will want a copy of for your SEVIS record.
Where can I find Azure Data Engineer jobs where the employer is already enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate surfaces Azure Data Engineer listings filtered by E-Verify enrollment status, so you can focus your search on employers who are already cleared to hire STEM OPT students. This saves the back-and-forth of asking each recruiter about compliance status before you've even had a screening call. You can also cross-reference any employer by searching the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to independently confirm enrollment.