STEM OPT Backend Java Developer Jobs
Backend Java Developer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you on STEM OPT, and you'll need an I-983 training plan signed before your extension begins.
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Are you a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer looking to make a significant impact in the dynamic world of finance? Join our cutting-edge technology team and play a pivotal role in developing and enhancing our proprietary Prime Sequel Platform, a critical component of our Prime Finance P&L allocation engine. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your technical expertise to complex, computing-intensive financial solutions within a collaborative and globally connected environment. This role is at the heart of our Prime Finance division, where you will contribute to the evolution of a sophisticated P&L allocation engine. This engine leverages a complex model and intricate business logic to optimize profit and loss allocation, directly impacting our financial operations. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in delivering end-to-end software solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and robustness for our critical financial systems.
Responsibilities:
As a key member of our global development team, you will:
- Innovate & Develop: Design, develop, and implement robust and scalable application systems and programs for the Prime Sequel Platform, aligning with strategic technology initiatives.
- Problem Solve: Conduct in-depth feasibility studies, analyze complex technical and business challenges, and propose innovative solutions that enhance system functionality and business processes.
- Project work: Monitor and guide all phases of the software development lifecycle, from analysis and design through construction, testing, and implementation, ensuring timely and high-quality project delivery. Provide user and operational support on applications to business users.
- Strategic Impact: Utilize your deep expertise in application development to make evaluative judgments, recommend security measures, and contribute to post-implementation analysis, ensuring optimal system design and functionality.
- Collaboration & Consultation: Partner closely with project managers, business stakeholders, and senior managers to translate complex business requirements into well-architected technical solutions. Consult with users and other technology groups, providing advanced programming insights and support.
- Operational Excellence: Ensure adherence to best practices and essential procedures.
- Mentorship & Guidance: Serve as a technical mentor and coach to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Autonomy & Ownership: Operate with a high degree of independence and judgment, taking ownership of critical initiatives and driving them to successful completion.
- Risk Management: Proactively assess and manage technical risks, demonstrating a strong commitment to regulatory compliance, ethical judgment, and transparent reporting of control issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking a talented individual with:
- Experience: 4-6 years of progressive experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications, with a proven track record of implementing successful projects.
- Technical Acumen:
- Strong proficiency in Java application technologies, including deep experience with TDD (Test-Driven Development), Spring framework, and Microservices architecture.
- Solid understanding and experience with SQL.
- Proficiency in Linux environments.
- Experience with job scheduling.
- Methodology: Working knowledge of project management techniques and methods, with a focus on agile methodologies.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt quickly to evolving requirements and priorities.
- Collaboration: A strong team player with excellent communication skills, capable of working effectively with global teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Angular / TypeScript (latest versions) and a strong understanding of HTML5 and CSS.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: New York New York United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $121,200.00 - $181,800.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Anticipated Posting Close Date: Aug 04, 2026
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
INTRODUCTION
Are you a highly skilled and motivated Software Engineer looking to make a significant impact in the dynamic world of finance? Join our cutting-edge technology team and play a pivotal role in developing and enhancing our proprietary Prime Sequel Platform, a critical component of our Prime Finance P&L allocation engine. This is an exceptional opportunity to apply your technical expertise to complex, computing-intensive financial solutions within a collaborative and globally connected environment. This role is at the heart of our Prime Finance division, where you will contribute to the evolution of a sophisticated P&L allocation engine. This engine leverages a complex model and intricate business logic to optimize profit and loss allocation, directly impacting our financial operations. As a Lead Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in delivering end-to-end software solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and robustness for our critical financial systems.
Responsibilities:
As a key member of our global development team, you will:
- Innovate & Develop: Design, develop, and implement robust and scalable application systems and programs for the Prime Sequel Platform, aligning with strategic technology initiatives.
- Problem Solve: Conduct in-depth feasibility studies, analyze complex technical and business challenges, and propose innovative solutions that enhance system functionality and business processes.
- Project work: Monitor and guide all phases of the software development lifecycle, from analysis and design through construction, testing, and implementation, ensuring timely and high-quality project delivery. Provide user and operational support on applications to business users.
- Strategic Impact: Utilize your deep expertise in application development to make evaluative judgments, recommend security measures, and contribute to post-implementation analysis, ensuring optimal system design and functionality.
- Collaboration & Consultation: Partner closely with project managers, business stakeholders, and senior managers to translate complex business requirements into well-architected technical solutions. Consult with users and other technology groups, providing advanced programming insights and support.
- Operational Excellence: Ensure adherence to best practices and essential procedures.
- Mentorship & Guidance: Serve as a technical mentor and coach to junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Autonomy & Ownership: Operate with a high degree of independence and judgment, taking ownership of critical initiatives and driving them to successful completion.
- Risk Management: Proactively assess and manage technical risks, demonstrating a strong commitment to regulatory compliance, ethical judgment, and transparent reporting of control issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are seeking a talented individual with:
- Experience: 4-6 years of progressive experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications, with a proven track record of implementing successful projects.
- Technical Acumen:
- Strong proficiency in Java application technologies, including deep experience with TDD (Test-Driven Development), Spring framework, and Microservices architecture.
- Solid understanding and experience with SQL.
- Proficiency in Linux environments.
- Experience with job scheduling.
- Methodology: Working knowledge of project management techniques and methods, with a focus on agile methodologies.
- Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple deadlines, and adapt quickly to evolving requirements and priorities.
- Collaboration: A strong team player with excellent communication skills, capable of working effectively with global teams to deliver integrated solutions.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Angular / TypeScript (latest versions) and a strong understanding of HTML5 and CSS.
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: New York New York United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $121,200.00 - $181,800.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Anticipated Posting Close Date: Aug 04, 2026
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Backend Java Developer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an approved STEM field on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, software engineering, and information systems CIP codes typically qualify, but applied computing or interdisciplinary programs sometimes require DSO confirmation.
Filter job postings by E-Verify status
Before submitting any application, confirm the employer is actively enrolled in E-Verify through the E-Verify employer search tool. A company that hired OPT students before but let enrollment lapse cannot legally onboard you on a STEM OPT extension, regardless of how willing they are to sponsor.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified STEM OPT employers
Search Backend Java Developer roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment and active STEM OPT hiring history. This cuts the time you'd otherwise spend manually cross-referencing postings against E-Verify records before your 60-day grace period runs out.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan before your start date
The I-983 must be signed by both you and your supervising manager before USCIS processes your extension. For Backend Java Developer roles, document specific learning objectives tied to your Java stack, system design responsibilities, and any mentorship structure so the plan meets SEVP's practical training standards.
Target companies with existing Java-focused engineering teams
O*NET classifies Backend Developer work under Software Developers, requiring a STEM degree in computer science or a directly related field. Companies with established Java engineering practices are more likely to have HR workflows built for STEM OPT onboarding, reducing the back-and-forth over I-983 requirements during offer negotiations.
Apply early if your H-1B cap-gap window is approaching
If you're transitioning from STEM OPT toward H-1B visa sponsorship, cap-gap protection only covers you if your employer files a timely H-1B petition before your EAD expires. Confirm your prospective employer's timeline for filing with USCIS well before your extension end date, not after you've accepted an offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Backend Java Developer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an approved STEM field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. USCIS evaluates eligibility by your degree's CIP code, not your job title. Your DSO can confirm whether your specific program appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before you request the extension.
How do I confirm an employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an offer?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool to look up the company by name or Employer Identification Number. Enrollment status can change, so check at the offer stage rather than relying on information from the job posting. An employer who is not currently enrolled cannot legally employ you on a STEM OPT extension, even with full intent to comply.
What should the I-983 training plan include for a Backend Java Developer position?
The I-983 must describe how your day-to-day work relates directly to your STEM degree. For Backend Java Developer roles, list specific technical goals such as distributed system design, API development, or database optimization, along with your supervision structure and evaluation schedule. Both you and your direct supervisor must sign it before your extension is approved.
Can I work for a startup or small company on STEM OPT?
Yes, employer size doesn't affect STEM OPT eligibility. What matters is E-Verify enrollment. Many small tech companies are enrolled, but some early-stage startups are not. Confirm enrollment before you reach the offer stage. If a startup wants to hire you but isn't enrolled, they must complete E-Verify registration before your STEM OPT extension can begin.
Where can I find Backend Java Developer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters Backend Java Developer openings by employers with active E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history. This is more efficient than screening general job postings manually, especially when you're working against a 60-day post-completion grace period and need to confirm employer eligibility before submitting applications.