STEM OPT Back End Developer Jobs

Back End Developer roles in APIs, databases, and server-side architecture qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree is in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension starts.

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Overview

Open Jobs322+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type80% On-site
Median Salary$77K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsDeloitte

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Genpact
Java Back End Developer
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Java Back End Developer
Genpact
Alpharetta, Georgia
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
DevOps
$60,000/yr - $75,000/yr
Remote (US)
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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TransPerfect
Backend Developer (.NET C#)
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Backend Developer (.NET C#)
TransPerfect
New York, New York
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
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On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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BeaconFire Inc.
Back End Developer
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Back End Developer
BeaconFire Inc.
New Jersey
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
$65,000/yr - $80,000/yr
On-Site
Master's

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IBM
Back End Developer Intern
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Back End Developer Intern
IBM
Durham, North Carolina
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
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Bachelor's

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Gallup
Senior Backend Developers
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Senior Backend Developers
Gallup
Omaha, Nebraska
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Back End Developer

Verify your CIP code matches back-end engineering

Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Computer science, information systems, and software engineering CIP codes all qualify, but general business technology programs often don't.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask your recruiter for the employer's E-Verify company ID before you reach the offer stage. An employer that isn't enrolled can't legally hire you on STEM OPT, and re-starting your search after an offer wastes your work authorization window.

Build your I-983 training plan around specific back-end skills

List concrete learning objectives tied to the role, such as distributed systems design, RESTful API architecture, or cloud infrastructure. Generic plans get flagged by DSOs. Tie each goal to a measurable outcome your employer can evaluate at the six-month review.

Target companies with active H-1B filing history

Back-end engineering roles at companies that have filed H-1B petitions are far more likely to have established immigration processes. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by visa filing history so you're prioritizing companies already set up to extend your status long-term.

Benchmark your offer against the DOL prevailing wage

Your employer's LCA must certify a wage that meets DOL standards for your role and location. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the floor, not just the market range.

File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires

USCIS recommends submitting your I-765 extension application at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. If you file on time and USCIS hasn't decided by your expiration date, your work authorization automatically continues for up to 180 days under the cap-gap provision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does my computer science or software engineering degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as a Back End Developer?

Yes, if your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, software engineering, computer and information systems security, and related fields all qualify. Your DSO can confirm the CIP code on your transcript. The role itself also needs to align with your degree field, which back-end development typically does for engineering and CS graduates.

Does every Back End Developer employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify?

Yes, without exception. E-Verify enrollment is a legal requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student. Before accepting a Back End Developer offer, ask the recruiter or HR contact for the company's E-Verify ID number or confirm enrollment status directly through the E-Verify employer search tool. Employers who aren't enrolled cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT EAD.

What should my I-983 training plan include for a Back End Developer role?

Your I-983 must describe specific, measurable learning objectives tied to your back-end engineering work. List skills like RESTful API design, database optimization, microservices architecture, or CI/CD pipeline management, and connect each to your degree field. Vague plans are commonly rejected by DSOs. Your employer must conduct formal performance evaluations at the six-month and annual marks and report any material changes to your training plan.

How does cap-gap protection work if my H-1B is selected but my STEM OPT expires before October 1?

If your H-1B petition is filed before your STEM OPT EAD expires and is selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working in your Back End Developer role without interruption. Your employer doesn't need to take any additional steps, but confirm with your DSO that your I-20 reflects the cap-gap extension period.

Where can I find Back End Developer jobs where employers are already set up for STEM OPT hiring?

Migrate Mate filters Back End Developer roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history, so you're not guessing whether a company can actually hire you on STEM OPT. Searching there focuses your applications on employers who have already gone through the process, which shortens your timeline from offer to authorization.

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