STEM OPT Business Systems Engineer Jobs
Business Systems Engineer roles in enterprise software, ERP integration, and IT infrastructure qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in computer science, information systems, or a related CIP-coded field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to sponsor the 24-month extension, giving you up to 36 months of total OPT work authorization.
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Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career—a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice. Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored in accordance with regulatory requirements and in conjunction with Regions’ Retention Schedule for a minimum of three years. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.
Job Description
At Regions, the Business Systems Analyst conducts business process analysis, needs assessments, and preliminary cost/benefits analysis in an effort to align information technology solutions with business initiatives. This position may function as liaison between the line of business and the Information Technology (IT) department.
Primary Responsibilities
- Formulates/defines specifications for operating software programming applications or modifies/maintains complex existing applications using engineering releases and utilities from programs
- Analyzes and evaluates existing or proposed systems and devises computer programs, systems, and related procedures to process data
- Prepares charts and diagrams to assist in problem analysis and submits recommendations for solution
- Prepares program specifications and diagrams and develops coding logic flowcharts
- Encodes, tests, debugs, and installs the operating programs and procedures in coordination with computer operations and user departments
- Reviews progress and evaluates results
- Reports inconsistencies to the attention of management and suggest problem resolutions and business process improvements
- Certain business groups may require on call support rotation after hours and/or weekends
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED and seven (7) years of related experience
- Or Bachelor's degree and three (3) years of related experience
Preferences
- Banking or financial services industry experience
- Experience providing application support to include troubleshooting
- Experience with business intelligence tools
- Familiarity with agile and/or waterfall methodologies
Skills And Competencies
- Ability to plan, schedule and execute multiple concurrent activities
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Actively demonstrates a complex working knowledge of systems and software development concepts, practices, and procedures
- Ability to research, analyze data, and derive facts
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Excellent organizational and analytical skills
- Knowledge of applicable testing tools
- Problem solving and priority management skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Preferred Skills/Experience
- SQL Experience
- Familiarity with agile methodologies
- Experience with user interface (UI) testing
This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future in Hoover, AL. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense.
This position may be filled at a higher level depending on the candidate’s qualifications and relevant experience.
Position Type
Full time
Compensation Details
Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job. The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
- Minimum Job Range Target: $69,143.25 USD
- Median: $87,850.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans
This job is not incentive eligible.
Benefits Information
Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.
- Paid Vacation/Sick Time
- 401K with Company Match
- Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
- Disability Benefits
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program
- Associate Volunteer Program
Please note, benefits and plans may be changed, amended, or terminated with respect to all or any class of associate at any time.
Location Details
Riverchase Complex North Building
Location: Hoover, Alabama
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Business Systems Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Cross-check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against STEM-designated fields using the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list. Information systems, computer engineering, and systems engineering CIP codes all qualify, but applied management programs often don't.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before negotiating
Ask your recruiter whether the hiring entity, not just the parent company, is enrolled in E-Verify. Subsidiaries and staffing agencies sometimes operate under separate Employer Identification Numbers and may not carry the parent's E-Verify status.
Build your I-983 training plan around systems deliverables
Your I-983 must connect your STEM degree to specific on-the-job training goals. For a Business Systems Engineer role, map learning objectives to ERP configuration, requirements analysis, or systems integration work your degree directly prepared you for.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Business Systems Engineer openings by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications, confirming they've sponsored STEM workers before and understand the E-Verify and prevailing wage obligations tied to your extension.
Check prevailing wage tiers for your metro area
Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation. Business Systems Engineer prevailing wages vary significantly by region, and knowing your wage level helps you evaluate whether an offer meets DOL compliance thresholds.
Time your DSO reporting to avoid authorization gaps
Your DSO must update your SEVIS record and issue a new I-20 before you start work under the STEM OPT extension. Submit your I-765 application to USCIS no later than 90 days before your initial OPT end date to protect your cap-gap coverage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Business Systems Engineer role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if your employer classifies the role under a STEM-designated SOC code such as Computer Systems Engineers or Computer and Information Systems Managers, and your degree carries a qualifying CIP code. Confirm both with your DSO before filing. Roles primarily focused on project coordination or business analysis without a technical systems component may not qualify even at the same company.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify at the specific worksite where you'll perform services, not just at the company level. If you're placed at a client site through a consulting arrangement, both the staffing firm and the end client may need to meet E-Verify requirements depending on who controls your day-to-day work. Confirm enrollment status in writing before signing your offer.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for this role?
Your I-983 must document how your Business Systems Engineer duties directly relate to your STEM degree. List specific training goals tied to systems design, software integration, or data architecture work the role involves. USCIS expects measurable outcomes, a supervision structure, and a clear connection between your degree field and each listed objective. Vague descriptions like 'gaining industry experience' are insufficient.
How does cap-gap protect me if my H-1B is selected while on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year the H-1B takes effect. You can continue working as a Business Systems Engineer under the same employer during this period. USCIS confirms cap-gap coverage through your I-20 and the pending petition receipt.
Where can I find Business Systems Engineer jobs that sponsor STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Business Systems Engineer openings filtered for employers enrolled in E-Verify with documented LCA filing history, so you can focus on companies that have already sponsored STEM workers. Check each listing's employer record before applying to confirm the hiring entity, not just the brand name, meets the E-Verify enrollment requirement your STEM OPT extension depends on.