STEM OPT Cloud Infrastructure Engineer Jobs
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer roles in cloud computing, systems architecture, and DevOps qualify for STEM OPT, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization after graduation. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree must fall under an approved STEM CIP code. Use that runway to build U.S. experience while your H-1B visa path develops.
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Get Access To All JobsMUST HAVES:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, MIS, or related field
- 3-6+ years of hands-on experience designing, building, securing, and supporting enterprise cloud infrastructure
- Strong experience with Azure (preferred) or AWS, including: Cloud provisioning, Networking, Storage, Computing, Hybrid cloud environments
- Experience implementing cloud security best practices with a focus on: Infrastructure security, Securing cloud architecture, Identity/access considerations, Secure deployments
- Experience supporting both cloud infrastructure and traditional Windows Systems Administration functions in a hybrid environment
- Ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and improve existing cloud environments
- Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure design and operational support
COMPENSATION
- Range: $115k to 120k
This is a direct hire opportunity. The selected candidate will be employed directly by our client. All compensation and benefits, including but not limited to medical insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other perks, will be provided by the client in accordance with their internal policies and subject to applicable laws and eligibility requirements.
MUST HAVES:
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, MIS, or related field
- 3-6+ years of hands-on experience designing, building, securing, and supporting enterprise cloud infrastructure
- Strong experience with Azure (preferred) or AWS, including: Cloud provisioning, Networking, Storage, Computing, Hybrid cloud environments
- Experience implementing cloud security best practices with a focus on: Infrastructure security, Securing cloud architecture, Identity/access considerations, Secure deployments
- Experience supporting both cloud infrastructure and traditional Windows Systems Administration functions in a hybrid environment
- Ability to troubleshoot, analyze, and improve existing cloud environments
- Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure design and operational support
COMPENSATION
- Range: $115k to 120k
This is a direct hire opportunity. The selected candidate will be employed directly by our client. All compensation and benefits, including but not limited to medical insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other perks, will be provided by the client in accordance with their internal policies and subject to applicable laws and eligibility requirements.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Verify your degree qualifies under STEM OPT
Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Computer science, computer engineering, and information systems degrees typically qualify, but IT management or business-focused tech degrees sometimes don't. Confirm with your DSO early.
Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status
Your STEM OPT employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before you start work. Search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment before accepting an offer. Cloud teams at startups sometimes skip this step, so verify before you sign.
Target cloud roles tied to specific SOC codes
Cloud Infrastructure Engineer positions typically fall under SOC 15-1244 (Network and Computer Systems Administrators) or 15-1299. Check O*NET to confirm the occupation matches your degree field, which strengthens your I-983 training plan and any future H-1B specialty occupation argument.
Build your I-983 training plan around cloud skill gaps
Your I-983 must show how the role connects to your STEM degree, not just list daily tasks. Map specific cloud infrastructure responsibilities like IaC tooling, Kubernetes orchestration, or security compliance to learning objectives your degree program introduced but didn't fully develop.
Search STEM OPT roles on Migrate Mate by employer E-Verify status
Migrate Mate surfaces Cloud Infrastructure Engineer jobs filtered for E-Verify enrollment, so you're not wasting applications on employers who can't legally hire STEM OPT students. You can filter by cloud platform specialization and company size to match your target environment.
Negotiate your start date around cap-gap timing
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30. Align your STEM OPT end date and any H-1B filing timeline with your offer letter start date so there's no gap in authorization before October 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for STEM OPT as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer?
It depends on your CIP code, not your job title. Degrees in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or information systems typically appear on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. IT management or general business technology degrees sometimes don't qualify. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before submitting your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS.
Does my employer need to be E-Verify enrolled for STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT employers, not optional. Your employer must be actively enrolled before your 24-month extension begins. You can confirm enrollment through the E-Verify employer search tool. If your employer isn't enrolled, your DSO cannot approve the I-983 training plan, and USCIS will not grant the extension.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer role?
The I-983 must document how your day-to-day work directly relates to your STEM degree. For cloud infrastructure roles, that means mapping responsibilities like cloud provisioning, network architecture, or security configuration to specific coursework or technical foundations from your degree. Vague descriptions like 'maintains cloud systems' won't satisfy USCIS. Your employer's designated official and your DSO both sign the plan, and it must be updated if your role changes materially.
How does cap-gap affect my work authorization if my employer files an H-1B petition?
If your employer submits an H-1B petition before your OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. Your STEM OPT EAD and any cap-gap extension together can give you up to 36 months of total work authorization. USCIS issues cap-gap coverage automatically; you don't file a separate application.
Where can I find Cloud Infrastructure Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Cloud Infrastructure Engineer roles filtered for E-Verify enrollment, which is the baseline requirement for STEM OPT eligibility. Because E-Verify status is confirmed before listings appear, you can focus your applications on employers who are already set up to hire you. Filter by cloud platform, company size, or location to narrow results to roles that match your infrastructure background.