STEM OPT Backend Infrastructure Engineer Jobs
Backend Infrastructure Engineer roles in cloud platforms, distributed systems, and DevOps pipelines qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. A STEM degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related CIP-coded field makes you eligible to work up to 36 months on OPT total.
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Ema is building the world’s leading Agentic AI platform to transform enterprise productivity. We enable organizations to delegate repetitive tasks to Ema, the Universal AI Employee, delivering 10x gains in workforce efficiency, across functions. Founded by former executives from Google, Coinbase, Flipkart, and Okta, our team includes engineers from premier tech companies and graduates of Stanford, MIT, UC Berkeley, CMU, and IITs. We are backed by industry leading investors including Accel, Naspers/Prosus, Section32, and angels like Sheryl Sandberg and Dustin Moskovitz. Headquartered in Silicon Valley and with offices in London, Bangalore and Vancouver, Ema is at the frontier of what Agentic AI can do in production — we ship real systems that run real business processes at scale.
Who are you?
We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Software Engineer to join the Ema team. As an Enterprise Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our enterprise software applications. You will work with a cross-functional team of product managers, designers, and developers to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our enterprise clients. The ideal candidate has experience building products across the stack and a firm understanding of web frameworks, APIs, databases, and multiple back-end languages. Most importantly, you are excited to be part of a mission-oriented, fast-paced, high-growth startup that can create a lasting impact.
You Will
- Develop and maintain enterprise software applications, including API, data, application, and service development
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code by employing test-driven development process.
- Build scalable and reliable back-end systems using languages like Go and Python
- Develop and maintain APIs using REST or GraphQL
- Integrate multiple enterprise applications and services using a scalable framework like FastAPI
- Build and maintain data schema using PostgreSQL, Redshift etc.
- Contribute to front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks such as React or Angular
- Ensure that applications are secure and adhere to industry best practices
- Continuously improve software development processes and practices
Ideally, You'd Have
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
- At least 4 years of relevant work experience.
- Solid background in algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming
- Experience in back-end development using languages like Python and Go
- Knowledge of database technologies like PostgreSQL, Elastic, Redis.
- Knowledge of designing and building API platforms and integration systems.
- Experience with cloud technologies like GCP, AWS and Azure
- Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with integrating multiple enterprise applications, including frameworks and authentication.
- Understanding of security best practices and protocols for enterprise software applications
- Experience deploying software in multi-tenant SaaS environments.
- Knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end frameworks like React or Angular
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience working with global teams
For California Based Candidates
The standard base salary for this position is $135,000-$300,000 annually. Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation, equity, and benefits.
Ema Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics.
About Ema
Ema is building the world’s leading Agentic AI platform to transform enterprise productivity. We enable organizations to delegate repetitive tasks to Ema, the Universal AI Employee, delivering 10x gains in workforce efficiency, across functions. Founded by former executives from Google, Coinbase, Flipkart, and Okta, our team includes engineers from premier tech companies and graduates of Stanford, MIT, UC Berkeley, CMU, and IITs. We are backed by industry leading investors including Accel, Naspers/Prosus, Section32, and angels like Sheryl Sandberg and Dustin Moskovitz. Headquartered in Silicon Valley and with offices in London, Bangalore and Vancouver, Ema is at the frontier of what Agentic AI can do in production — we ship real systems that run real business processes at scale.
Who are you?
We are seeking an experienced Enterprise Software Engineer to join the Ema team. As an Enterprise Software Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining our enterprise software applications. You will work with a cross-functional team of product managers, designers, and developers to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet the needs of our enterprise clients. The ideal candidate has experience building products across the stack and a firm understanding of web frameworks, APIs, databases, and multiple back-end languages. Most importantly, you are excited to be part of a mission-oriented, fast-paced, high-growth startup that can create a lasting impact.
You Will
- Develop and maintain enterprise software applications, including API, data, application, and service development
- Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code by employing test-driven development process.
- Build scalable and reliable back-end systems using languages like Go and Python
- Develop and maintain APIs using REST or GraphQL
- Integrate multiple enterprise applications and services using a scalable framework like FastAPI
- Build and maintain data schema using PostgreSQL, Redshift etc.
- Contribute to front-end interfaces using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript frameworks such as React or Angular
- Ensure that applications are secure and adhere to industry best practices
- Continuously improve software development processes and practices
Ideally, You'd Have
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
- At least 4 years of relevant work experience.
- Solid background in algorithms, data structures, and object-oriented programming
- Experience in back-end development using languages like Python and Go
- Knowledge of database technologies like PostgreSQL, Elastic, Redis.
- Knowledge of designing and building API platforms and integration systems.
- Experience with cloud technologies like GCP, AWS and Azure
- Experience with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
- Experience with integrating multiple enterprise applications, including frameworks and authentication.
- Understanding of security best practices and protocols for enterprise software applications
- Experience deploying software in multi-tenant SaaS environments.
- Knowledge of front-end technologies such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and front-end frameworks like React or Angular
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience working with global teams
For California Based Candidates
The standard base salary for this position is $135,000-$300,000 annually. Compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for variable compensation, equity, and benefits.
Ema Unlimited is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Backend Infrastructure Engineer
Verify your degree CIP code eligibility
Check that your degree program appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Computer science, computer engineering, and information systems degrees almost always qualify, but applied computing or interdisciplinary programs can have mismatched CIP codes your DSO needs to confirm.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
STEM OPT requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension is approved. Ask recruiters to confirm E-Verify participation early in the process, not after an offer. Many infrastructure teams at mid-size startups aren't enrolled, which disqualifies them regardless of willingness to hire.
Target infrastructure roles at E-Verify companies using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces backend and infrastructure roles at employers already verified for STEM OPT hiring. Filtering by E-Verify status upfront saves you from pursuing roles at companies that can't legally employ you on an OPT extension.
Build your I-983 training plan around the job description
Your I-983 must map specific learning objectives to your backend infrastructure role. Pull responsibilities from the job description directly and frame them as training goals tied to your STEM degree. Vague plans citing only 'software development' get flagged by DSOs and can delay your extension.
Research prevailing wages before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up wage levels for your SOC code and work location before your offer conversation. Backend infrastructure engineers fall under SOC 15-1244 or 15-1252 depending on scope. Knowing the Level 1 through Level 4 range helps you assess whether an offer is competitive.
Time your extension filing to cover your cap-gap window
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition before your OPT expires, cap-gap rules extend your authorization through September 30. Submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS at least 90 days before your current EAD expires to avoid any gap in work authorization during the transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Backend Infrastructure Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM field listed on the DHS Designated Degree Program List and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Backend infrastructure roles typically align with SOC codes for software developers or network and computer systems administrators, both of which fall within qualifying STEM occupational categories. Confirm your specific degree CIP code with your DSO before applying.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask your recruiter or HR contact directly and request written confirmation before signing an offer. You can also ask them to provide their E-Verify company ID number. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for STEM OPT employers, and your extension application cannot be approved without it. Some infrastructure-focused companies, especially smaller startups, enroll specifically when hiring OPT students.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a backend infrastructure role?
Your I-983 should list concrete learning objectives tied to your STEM degree and the actual responsibilities in your job description. For backend infrastructure, that means goals around distributed systems design, cloud architecture, CI/CD pipeline development, or systems reliability engineering. Objectives must be specific enough that a DSO can verify the connection to your academic discipline, not generic references to software work.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. You don't need a new EAD for the cap-gap period, but you should carry your expired EAD, your I-20 with the cap-gap notation, and proof of the pending H-1B petition when traveling.
Where can I find Backend Infrastructure Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists backend and infrastructure roles at employers already confirmed for E-Verify enrollment, so you can filter by STEM OPT eligibility from the start. Searching there saves time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that an employer can't legally hire you on an OPT extension without first completing E-Verify enrollment.