STEM OPT Computer Vision Engineer Jobs

Computer Vision Engineer roles fall squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, giving you up to 24 additional months of work authorization beyond your initial OPT period. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related STEM field must align with the SOC code for the role.

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Overview

Open Jobs24+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type88% On-site
Median Salary$161K
Top LocationCupertino, CA
Most JobsAquabyte

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Nimble Robotics
Senior Computer Vision Engineer
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Senior Computer Vision Engineer
Nimble Robotics
San Francisco, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Cloud & DevOps
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
$161,637/yr - $270,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Georgia-Pacific
Computer Vision Engineer
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Computer Vision Engineer
Georgia-Pacific
Atlanta, Georgia
Data Science & Analytics
Software Engineering
Data Science
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Qualcomm
Computer Vision Engineer
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Qualcomm
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Computer Vision Engineer
Qualcomm
San Diego, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Data Science
Embedded Systems Engineering
$148,300/yr - $222,500/yr
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3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Aquabyte
Computer Vision Engineer
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Aquabyte
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Computer Vision Engineer
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
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3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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AGCO Corporation
Computer Vision Engineer
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AGCO Corporation
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Computer Vision Engineer
AGCO Corporation
Tremont, Illinois
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
$65,000/yr - $130,000/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Computer Vision Engineer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a DHS-designated STEM field. Computer science (11.0701) and electrical engineering (14.0901) both qualify, but interdisciplinary degrees sometimes don't. Confirm with your DSO before you start applying.

Filter job postings by E-Verify status

Before submitting any application, confirm the employer is enrolled in E-Verify using the official E-Verify employer search. Employers not enrolled cannot legally onboard you on STEM OPT, regardless of how interested they are in hiring you.

Use O*NET to build your job description match

Computer Vision Engineer roles don't always carry a single SOC code. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for 15-1299 and related codes to identify the tasks and skills USCIS expects to see in your I-983 training plan before you negotiate your job description.

Negotiate your I-983 training plan at the offer stage

Don't wait until onboarding to draft your training plan. At the offer stage, ask hiring managers to confirm which computer vision projects and learning objectives will anchor your I-983. Vague plans get rejected by DSOs and delay your extension start date.

Find STEM OPT roles on Migrate Mate

Migrate Mate filters Computer Vision Engineer listings by E-Verify enrollment, so every employer you see is already cleared to hire STEM OPT students. Search by role, location, and STEM designation to skip the manual verification step entirely.

Account for the 60-day grace period in your timeline

If your initial OPT EAD expires before your STEM extension is approved, your 60-day grace period does not authorize work. Submit your STEM OPT extension application to your DSO at least 90 days before your current EAD end date to avoid a work gap.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Computer Vision Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Yes, if your employer assigns you to work that falls under a STEM-designated SOC code and your degree is in a DHS-approved STEM field. Computer Vision Engineer positions typically map to SOC 15-1299 or 15-1252. Your DSO confirms the degree-to-role alignment when approving your I-20 STEM OPT recommendation, so bring the job description to that meeting.

What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?

Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT start date. Enrollment after you've already started work doesn't satisfy the requirement. You can verify enrollment using the official E-Verify employer search tool. If your employer isn't listed, they need to enroll through E-Verify before you can legally begin working under the STEM extension.

What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Computer Vision Engineer?

Your I-983 must connect your computer vision work directly to your STEM degree. List specific learning goals tied to the job, such as deep learning model development, image segmentation pipelines, or sensor fusion algorithms. USCIS expects a plan showing how the role advances your STEM knowledge, not a generic job description. Your employer signs the form, and your DSO approves it before your extension starts.

Does cap-gap protection apply if I'm a Computer Vision Engineer on STEM OPT?

Yes. If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf during the cap-subject filing period and your STEM OPT EAD expires on September 30, cap-gap extends your work authorization automatically through October 1 if your petition is selected. Your employer must file before your EAD expires for cap-gap to apply. USCIS issues updated guidance on cap-gap each fiscal year.

How do I find Computer Vision Engineer employers who accept STEM OPT students?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. Listings are filtered by E-Verify enrollment, so every Computer Vision Engineer role you see is already cleared for STEM OPT hiring. You can sort by location, company size, and role type without needing to manually verify each employer's E-Verify status before applying.

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