STEM OPT Business Intelligence Developer Jobs
Business Intelligence Developer roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information systems, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need an approved I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Participate in a cross-functional team environment responsible for development and support of core Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) business applications and processes. The Business Intelligence (BI) analyst/developer will architect, develop, and provide operational support skills to deliver and maintain business intelligence, data warehousing, reporting, and visualization solutions for a wide range of business functions and user communities. The BI analyst/developer will function as part of DFA's IT organization and follow relevant applications, infrastructure, and governance processes.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable data models and views to support enterprise BI, analytics, and reporting
- Build Power BI–optimized semantic models, ensuring efficient refresh performance, query speed, and scalability
- Develop and maintain calculated columns, measures, and KPIs using DAX
- Translate business requirements into well-governed, reusable data models aligned with enterprise standards
- Define and enforce data modeling standards, naming conventions, and BI best practices
- Coordinate development, testing, and change management activities with business analysts and BI team members
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve model efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance usability
- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
REQUIREMENTS
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of experience as a SQL developer/Data Warehouse/BI Developer
- Strong skills with MS SQL Server and/or Snowflake
Recommended Qualifications:
Experience
- Knowledge of SQL
- Knowledge of Power BI
- Knowledge of Snowflake
- Familiarity with working in an Agile development environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Able to work on-call rotation
- Able to demonstrate written and verbal communications skills with the ability to effectively communicate with business users, stakeholders, technical teams, and various levels of management
- Able to work independently
- Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously, including the ability to prioritize
- Able to organize time and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)
- Able to demonstrate leadership qualities as a self-starter, set direction, and complete assignments
- Able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels
- Able to demonstrate strong customer service orientation
- Strong work ethic
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
INTRODUCTION
Participate in a cross-functional team environment responsible for development and support of core Dairy Farmers of America (DFA) business applications and processes. The Business Intelligence (BI) analyst/developer will architect, develop, and provide operational support skills to deliver and maintain business intelligence, data warehousing, reporting, and visualization solutions for a wide range of business functions and user communities. The BI analyst/developer will function as part of DFA's IT organization and follow relevant applications, infrastructure, and governance processes.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable data models and views to support enterprise BI, analytics, and reporting
- Build Power BI–optimized semantic models, ensuring efficient refresh performance, query speed, and scalability
- Develop and maintain calculated columns, measures, and KPIs using DAX
- Translate business requirements into well-governed, reusable data models aligned with enterprise standards
- Define and enforce data modeling standards, naming conventions, and BI best practices
- Coordinate development, testing, and change management activities with business analysts and BI team members
- Proactively identify opportunities to improve model efficiency, reduce cost, and enhance usability
- The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required
REQUIREMENTS
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of experience as a SQL developer/Data Warehouse/BI Developer
- Strong skills with MS SQL Server and/or Snowflake
Recommended Qualifications:
Experience
- Knowledge of SQL
- Knowledge of Power BI
- Knowledge of Snowflake
- Familiarity with working in an Agile development environment
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Able to work on-call rotation
- Able to demonstrate written and verbal communications skills with the ability to effectively communicate with business users, stakeholders, technical teams, and various levels of management
- Able to work independently
- Able to work on multiple projects simultaneously, including the ability to prioritize
- Able to organize time and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills)
- Able to demonstrate leadership qualities as a self-starter, set direction, and complete assignments
- Able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels
- Able to demonstrate strong customer service orientation
- Strong work ethic
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Business Intelligence Developer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer Science, Information Systems, and Data Science CIP codes qualify, but Applied Business Technology often doesn't. Confirm with your DSO before targeting BI roles.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
Before submitting any application, confirm the company is actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Use the E-Verify employer search to verify current participation. A lapsed enrollment disqualifies the employer for your STEM OPT extension regardless of their hiring intent.
Build a portfolio around business impact metrics
BI Developer interviews focus on dashboards that drove measurable decisions, not just technical skills. Document SQL query optimization results, Power BI or Tableau adoption rates you influenced, and cost savings your reporting surfaces delivered. Quantified outcomes close the gap between OPT candidates and full-time hires.
Target companies with active DOL LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for BI Developer or Data Analyst roles. LCA filing history signals that a company has navigated work authorization before and understands the compliance requirements your STEM OPT extension creates.
Draft your I-983 training plan before the offer stage
USCIS requires an I-983 training plan signed by both you and your employer before your DSO can recommend the STEM OPT extension. Prepare a draft that maps BI Developer job duties to your STEM degree's learning objectives so your employer can review and sign it without delay after the offer.
Clarify cap-gap coverage timing with your employer
If your OPT EAD expires while an H-1B visa petition filed on your behalf is pending, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. Confirm your employer's H-1B filing timeline during negotiations so your start date and authorization period align without a gap in employment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Intelligence Developer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree carries an eligible CIP code, such as Computer Science, Information Systems, Management Information Systems, or Data Science. The job title itself doesn't determine eligibility. USCIS evaluates whether the role directly relates to your STEM degree field, so your I-983 training plan must connect your BI Developer duties to your specific degree program.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify at the specific worksite where you'll work, not just at headquarters. If you're placed at a client site through a staffing arrangement, that client site must also be enrolled. Your DSO will confirm enrollment before recommending the STEM OPT extension, so verify enrollment status early in the offer process rather than after signing.
How do I find Business Intelligence Developer jobs where employers already understand STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with documented Labor Condition Application filing history for BI and data roles, which signals prior experience sponsoring work authorization. Targeting these employers saves time because their HR and legal teams are already familiar with the I-983 training plan requirement, E-Verify compliance, and the reporting obligations that come with STEM OPT.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Business Intelligence Developer position?
Your I-983 must describe how the role's specific duties, such as data modeling, dashboard development, ETL pipeline work, or stakeholder reporting, directly relate to your STEM degree's learning objectives. USCIS expects concrete goals, a supervision structure, and evaluation criteria. Generic job descriptions copied from the posting won't satisfy the requirement. Your employer's HR or legal team typically drafts this with your input.
What happens to my work authorization if my employer files an H-1B petition before my STEM OPT expires?
If your employer files a timely H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT EAD expires and you're otherwise maintaining valid F-1 status, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. If the H-1B is selected and approved with an October 1 start date, your authorization continues uninterrupted. USCIS issues updated I-20 documentation reflecting the cap-gap period, which you should carry with your EAD.