STEM OPT Coder Jobs
Coder roles in software development, health informatics, and data systems directly support STEM OPT eligibility for graduates in computer science, information technology, and related fields. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify and to sign a formal training plan before your extension begins.
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My Name is Bhupesh and I am from E-solutions. E-solutions is a talent-driven, talent acquisition company providing individual consultants, project teams, and strategic outsourcing services to clients in a wide range of industries. I found your resume on a job board and would like to discuss an opportunity with you. If interested, please revert with a copy of your updated resume and the best time/number to reach you.
Job Description
Title: Entry Level Programmer or Coder
Location: Tampa, FL (Onsite Position)
Max Rate: $13/hr. on W2
OR
$15/hr. on 1099
Start Date: 10/17/2016
Type of hire: Contract / Contract to Hire / Full-Time
No of position: 1+
Duration: Longterm
Need Entry level Developer 0-2 years’ experience + some community college (MUST KNOW PROGRAMMING/CODING) – They will be trained and put on projects
Additional Information
It is an urgent opening. if you are interested then please let me know. Give me a call (four zero eight seven two two nine two six three)
Company Description
My Name is Bhupesh and I am from E-solutions. E-solutions is a talent-driven, talent acquisition company providing individual consultants, project teams, and strategic outsourcing services to clients in a wide range of industries. I found your resume on a job board and would like to discuss an opportunity with you. If interested, please revert with a copy of your updated resume and the best time/number to reach you.
Job Description
Title: Entry Level Programmer or Coder
Location: Tampa, FL (Onsite Position)
Max Rate: $13/hr. on W2
OR
$15/hr. on 1099
Start Date: 10/17/2016
Type of hire: Contract / Contract to Hire / Full-Time
No of position: 1+
Duration: Longterm
Need Entry level Developer 0-2 years’ experience + some community college (MUST KNOW PROGRAMMING/CODING) – They will be trained and put on projects
Additional Information
It is an urgent opening. if you are interested then please let me know. Give me a call (four zero eight seven two two nine two six three)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Coder
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a STEM-designated field recognized by ICE. Computer science, software engineering, and information systems CIP codes qualify, but some interdisciplinary programs do not. Confirm with your DSO before targeting roles.
Filter job postings by E-Verify status
STEM OPT requires your employer to be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask recruiters to confirm current enrollment before your first interview. Many small software shops and startups have lapsed or never completed enrollment, which disqualifies them from hiring you.
Prepare your I-983 training plan early
Coder roles must map specific learning objectives to your STEM degree in the I-983. Draft a version before you receive an offer, outlining the coding skills, methodologies, and technical competencies you'll develop. Employers unfamiliar with OPT will move faster if you come prepared with a working draft.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers who have previously filed H-1B visa petitions for software and coding roles. Consistent H-1B filing history signals a compliance infrastructure that also supports STEM OPT onboarding, including E-Verify enrollment and structured training documentation.
Negotiate your start date around cap-gap timing
If your OPT expires while an H-1B petition is pending for October 1, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically. Time your coder role start date and offer letter accordingly, and confirm with USCIS guidance that your employer filed before your EAD expired.
Check prevailing wage before evaluating offers
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your coder job title and location before assessing any offer. STEM OPT employers must pay at least the wage rate that avoids displacing U.S. workers, and the DOL uses this data when reviewing LCA filings for future H-1B sponsorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for a STEM OPT extension in a Coder role?
Your degree qualifies if it carries a STEM-designated CIP code recognized by ICE, such as computer science, software engineering, computer programming, or information systems. The job title alone does not determine eligibility. Your DSO confirms eligibility based on your specific program's CIP code, and the coder role must be directly related to that field of study.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify to hire me as a Coder on STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT, not optional. Your employer must be actively enrolled before your extension begins, not just registered. Many smaller software development firms and coding bootcamp-adjacent companies have never completed enrollment. Confirm active status with your employer's HR team before accepting an offer.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Coder position?
The I-983 must describe the specific technical skills, programming languages, software development methodologies, and measurable learning goals you'll develop in the role. Generic job descriptions don't satisfy the requirement. Both you and your employer sign the form, and your DSO reviews it before issuing the updated I-20. USCIS and ICE can audit these plans, so the objectives need to reflect actual work duties.
How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm working as a Coder when my OPT expires?
Cap-gap automatically extends your OPT work authorization if your employer files an H-1B petition before your EAD expires and USCIS receives it by April 1 for an October 1 start date. You can continue working as a Coder throughout the cap-gap period without interruption. If the H-1B petition is withdrawn or denied, your work authorization ends and you must stop working immediately.
Where can I find Coder jobs at employers already set up for STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Coder job listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and H-1B filing history, which indicates existing visa compliance infrastructure. This narrows your search to companies already equipped to support your STEM OPT paperwork and training plan requirements, rather than employers who will need to build that process from scratch after you join.