STEM OPT Data Analytics Engineer Jobs
Data Analytics Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, letting you work for up to 36 months post-graduation when your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Your STEM degree in computer science, statistics, or a related field unlocks the 24-month extension, giving you a realistic runway to transition to long-term sponsorship.
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) is seeking an experienced Data Analyst II to join a high-performing analytics team focused on healthcare data, reporting, and clinical data product development. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, translating data into actionable insights, and partnering with stakeholders across a large healthcare system.
Role Overview
Reporting to the High Reliability Organization (HRO) Analytics Manager, the Data Analyst II will support a cross-functional team responsible for developing clinical data products across areas such as Quality, Safety, Health Equity, Community Health, Patient Experience, Provider Wellbeing, Credentialing, Pharmacy, and Formulary.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, analyze, and report data to support daily operations, strategic planning, and business performance decisions.
- Collate, model, interpret, and analyze healthcare and operational data.
- Identify trends, explain variances, and communicate findings in a clear and accessible way.
- Develop and maintain exploratory analyses, reports, dashboards, and data visualizations in partnership with analytics engineers and visualization developers.
- Create clear business definitions and documentation for data products.
- Complete thorough quality assurance procedures to ensure accuracy, reliability, trustworthiness, and validity of work.
- Perform source-to-target data validation for dashboards, reports, and visualizations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary stakeholders to define needs, align on priorities, and support strategic objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in analysis or a related field required.
- Experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Experience
- 2–3 years of experience working with data required; healthcare data experience preferred.
- Experience with relational databases, SQL, data visualization, and business intelligence tools such as Tableau.
- Experience conducting quality assurance, data validation, and analysis to support accurate reporting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to translate complex data into clear insights for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Healthcare knowledge, especially related to electronic medical record data, preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of statistical analyses, including variance analysis and statistical significance, preferred.
- Project management skills or experience are a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Working Conditions
- Hybrid schedule with onsite work required; candidates should be flexible based on weekly or monthly business needs.
- Remote workdays require a stable, secure, and compliant workstation in a quiet environment.
- Teams video is required and must be accessed using Mass General Brigham-provided equipment.
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
399 Revolution Drive
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$63,648.00 - $92,570.40/Annual
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
INTRODUCTION
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Mass General Brigham Office of the Chief Medical Officer (OCMO) is seeking an experienced Data Analyst II to join a high-performing analytics team focused on healthcare data, reporting, and clinical data product development. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, translating data into actionable insights, and partnering with stakeholders across a large healthcare system.
Role Overview
Reporting to the High Reliability Organization (HRO) Analytics Manager, the Data Analyst II will support a cross-functional team responsible for developing clinical data products across areas such as Quality, Safety, Health Equity, Community Health, Patient Experience, Provider Wellbeing, Credentialing, Pharmacy, and Formulary.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, analyze, and report data to support daily operations, strategic planning, and business performance decisions.
- Collate, model, interpret, and analyze healthcare and operational data.
- Identify trends, explain variances, and communicate findings in a clear and accessible way.
- Develop and maintain exploratory analyses, reports, dashboards, and data visualizations in partnership with analytics engineers and visualization developers.
- Create clear business definitions and documentation for data products.
- Complete thorough quality assurance procedures to ensure accuracy, reliability, trustworthiness, and validity of work.
- Perform source-to-target data validation for dashboards, reports, and visualizations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary stakeholders to define needs, align on priorities, and support strategic objectives.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in analysis or a related field required.
- Experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
Experience
- 2–3 years of experience working with data required; healthcare data experience preferred.
- Experience with relational databases, SQL, data visualization, and business intelligence tools such as Tableau.
- Experience conducting quality assurance, data validation, and analysis to support accurate reporting.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to translate complex data into clear insights for technical and non-technical audiences.
- Healthcare knowledge, especially related to electronic medical record data, preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of statistical analyses, including variance analysis and statistical significance, preferred.
- Project management skills or experience are a plus.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Working Conditions
- Hybrid schedule with onsite work required; candidates should be flexible based on weekly or monthly business needs.
- Remote workdays require a stable, secure, and compliant workstation in a quiet environment.
- Teams video is required and must be accessed using Mass General Brigham-provided equipment.
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
399 Revolution Drive
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$63,648.00 - $92,570.40/Annual
Grade
6
At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement:
0100 Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Data Analytics Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an approved STEM field on the official STEM OPT designated degree program list. Data science, computer science, and statistics CIP codes all qualify, but some interdisciplinary programs do not.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask the recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer identification number before signing anything. An employer that isn't enrolled can't legally employ you on STEM OPT, and switching roles mid-extension restarts your I-983 training plan clock.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Data Analytics Engineer roles by employers who have filed H-1B visa petitions, giving you a clear signal they're set up for long-term sponsorship before you invest time in their interview process.
Build your I-983 training plan around analytics deliverables
Draft measurable learning objectives tied to specific tools and outcomes, such as building a production data pipeline or completing an A/B testing framework. USCIS reviewers expect concrete, role-specific goals, not generic descriptions of analytics work.
Benchmark your offer against DOL prevailing wages
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for Data Analytics Engineer roles in your target metro. Accepting below the applicable prevailing wage can jeopardize your employer's ability to file an LCA if they sponsor you for H-1B later.
Understand cap-gap protection if H-1B is filed
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. You can keep working your Data Analytics Engineer role uninterrupted while USCIS adjudicates the petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Analytics Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, as long as your degree is in an approved STEM field such as computer science, statistics, mathematics, or information systems. The role itself must also be directly related to that degree. Check the O*NET profile for Data Analytics Engineer to confirm the educational alignment USCIS expects, and verify your program's CIP code against the official STEM designated degree list before filing.
How do I confirm an employer is enrolled in E-Verify before I start?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact for the company's E-Verify employer identification number during the offer stage, not after you've signed. You can also search the public E-Verify employer search tool by company name to confirm current enrollment status. If the employer isn't enrolled, they cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, and your DSO cannot authorize the extension.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Data Analytics Engineer position?
Your I-983 must list specific, measurable goals tied directly to your STEM degree and the Data Analytics Engineer role. Concrete examples include building and maintaining data pipelines, developing predictive models, or leading A/B test analyses. Vague descriptions of general analytics duties are the most common reason DSOs send training plans back for revision, so tie each goal to a tool, methodology, or deliverable.
Can cap-gap protect my work authorization if my employer sponsors me for H-1B?
Yes. If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT EAD expires and USCIS selects you in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Data Analytics Engineer without interruption during the adjudication period. Your DSO will issue an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap extension once the petition is accepted.
Where can I find Data Analytics Engineer jobs with E-Verify employers?
Migrate Mate filters Data Analytics Engineer roles specifically for STEM OPT students, showing only employers already enrolled in E-Verify. You can also see each employer's H-1B filing history directly in the listing, so you know before applying whether a company has a track record of long-term sponsorship rather than discovering that gap after an offer.