STEM OPT Data Center Engineer Jobs
Data Center Engineer roles in server infrastructure, network hardware, and systems operations qualify for STEM OPT, giving you up to 36 months of work authorization if your degree is in electrical engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to sign your I-983 training plan.
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Unisys Corporation is seeking an experienced On-Site Service Engineer (OSE) to support enterprise data center and server environments, including next-generation AI platforms. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role focused on maintaining uptime, resolving complex hardware issues, and delivering outstanding on-site service. Prior AI experience is not required—strong data center and server fundamentals are what matter most.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- May serve as team or site leader, providing direction to other technicians.
- May have specialized and specific skillsets to support niche client environments.
- May assist with resource/task scheduling and resource management.
- Ensures best in class client experience across Field Engineering operations.
- Troubleshoots and resolves client escalations from team members.
- Supports roll-out of new, enhanced or upgraded products.
- Serves as subject matter expert, providing technical advice as required to help team members resolve difficult or unanticipated issues.
- Assists in providing technical training and improvement programs.
- Engages with dissatisfied clients to help resolve perceived issues, address technically complex situations and ensure satisfaction.
- Monitors equipment, system and network performance, identifying and addressing systemic and/or recurring issues.
- Develops and recommends ways to improve frontline solution processes, striving for improved client service, error reduction, operational effectiveness and efficiency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
3–5+ years of experience in technical support, field service, or data center roles
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field (or equivalent experience)
Dell or other vendor certifications are a plus, but not required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, travel to customer sites, and support flexible/on-call schedules
BENEFITS
Unisys offers an outstanding benefits package, featuring unlimited paid time off, a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare, HSA matching, ongoing learning opportunities, and more! We’re committed to supporting work-life balance and investing in your future success.
VIDEO INTERVIEW
At Unisys, we incorporate video interviews as a key part of our hiring process. This allows us to get to know you better and provide a more engaging and convenient interview experience. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to connecting with you virtually!
This role may require access to export-controlled commodities and technology. Therefore, to conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
Unisys is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to age, caste, citizenship, color, disability, family medical history, family status, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status or any other category protected by law.
This commitment includes our efforts to provide for all those who seek to express interest in employment the opportunity to participate without barriers. If you are a US job seeker unable to review the job opportunities herein, or cannot otherwise complete your expression of interest, without additional assistance and would like to discuss a request for reasonable accommodation, please contact our Global Recruiting organization at GlobalRecruiting@unisys.com or alternatively Toll Free: 888-560-1782 (Prompt 4). US job seekers can find more information about Unisys’ EEO commitment here.
INTRODUCTION
Unisys Corporation is seeking an experienced On-Site Service Engineer (OSE) to support enterprise data center and server environments, including next-generation AI platforms. This is a hands-on, customer-facing role focused on maintaining uptime, resolving complex hardware issues, and delivering outstanding on-site service. Prior AI experience is not required—strong data center and server fundamentals are what matter most.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- May serve as team or site leader, providing direction to other technicians.
- May have specialized and specific skillsets to support niche client environments.
- May assist with resource/task scheduling and resource management.
- Ensures best in class client experience across Field Engineering operations.
- Troubleshoots and resolves client escalations from team members.
- Supports roll-out of new, enhanced or upgraded products.
- Serves as subject matter expert, providing technical advice as required to help team members resolve difficult or unanticipated issues.
- Assists in providing technical training and improvement programs.
- Engages with dissatisfied clients to help resolve perceived issues, address technically complex situations and ensure satisfaction.
- Monitors equipment, system and network performance, identifying and addressing systemic and/or recurring issues.
- Develops and recommends ways to improve frontline solution processes, striving for improved client service, error reduction, operational effectiveness and efficiency.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
3–5+ years of experience in technical support, field service, or data center roles
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field (or equivalent experience)
Dell or other vendor certifications are a plus, but not required
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, travel to customer sites, and support flexible/on-call schedules
BENEFITS
Unisys offers an outstanding benefits package, featuring unlimited paid time off, a 401(k) match, comprehensive healthcare, HSA matching, ongoing learning opportunities, and more! We’re committed to supporting work-life balance and investing in your future success.
VIDEO INTERVIEW
At Unisys, we incorporate video interviews as a key part of our hiring process. This allows us to get to know you better and provide a more engaging and convenient interview experience. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to connecting with you virtually!
This role may require access to export-controlled commodities and technology. Therefore, to conform to U.S. export control regulations, applicant should be eligible for any required authorizations from the U.S. Government.
Unisys is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to age, caste, citizenship, color, disability, family medical history, family status, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, parental status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, veteran status or any other category protected by law.
This commitment includes our efforts to provide for all those who seek to express interest in employment the opportunity to participate without barriers. If you are a US job seeker unable to review the job opportunities herein, or cannot otherwise complete your expression of interest, without additional assistance and would like to discuss a request for reasonable accommodation, please contact our Global Recruiting organization at GlobalRecruiting@unisys.com or alternatively Toll Free: 888-560-1782 (Prompt 4). US job seekers can find more information about Unisys’ EEO commitment here.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Data Center Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an ICE-designated STEM field. Data center roles typically align with computer engineering or electrical engineering CIPs. Your DSO confirms the match on your I-20 before authorizing the extension.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before signing anything. Employers cannot legally onboard STEM OPT students without active E-Verify participation, and switching employers after your 60-day job search window closes is time-sensitive.
Target data center operators running 24/7 shift schedules
Colocation and hyperscale data center operators frequently hire engineers on rotating shifts, which can complicate the I-983 training plan if your listed duties change between shifts. Negotiate a role-specific training plan that covers all scheduled responsibilities before your start date.
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers with STEM OPT hiring history
Search Migrate Mate for Data Center Engineer openings at employers who have previously hired on OPT. Filtering by E-Verify enrollment status upfront cuts the time you spend vetting companies that can't legally sign your training plan.
File your I-983 training plan before your OPT end date
USCIS requires your I-983 to be approved and on file before your initial OPT expires. Data center contractors and staffing agencies add complexity because the signatory must be your direct employer of record, not the end client operating the facility.
Cross-reference your offer's job duties against O*NET
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Data Center Engineers and compare it against the duties listed in your offer letter. If your actual responsibilities are narrower than the standard profile, update the I-983 job description to reflect exactly what you'll be doing to avoid RFE risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Center Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an ICE-designated STEM field such as computer science, electrical engineering, or information technology, and the role involves engineering work aligned with that field. The job title alone doesn't determine eligibility. Your DSO reviews your degree's CIP code and the duties listed in your I-983 training plan to confirm the connection before authorizing the 24-month extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before you begin work on the STEM OPT extension. This is a federal requirement enforced by ICE, not something the employer can fulfill retroactively after you've started. Ask the recruiter or HR contact to confirm their E-Verify company ID number before you accept an offer, especially at smaller data center operators or colocation firms.
How do I structure the I-983 training plan for a Data Center Engineer position?
Your I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just a list of job duties. For data center roles, this typically includes hands-on work in power systems, cooling infrastructure, network hardware, or server lifecycle management. Your supervisor and your DSO both sign the plan, and it must be updated within five business days if your role or employer changes materially during the extension period.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my data center employer loses E-Verify enrollment?
You must stop working immediately if your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated. ICE does not grant a grace period for this situation. You have 60 days to find a new E-Verify-enrolled employer and update your I-983. Migrate Mate can help you identify data center employers with active E-Verify enrollment so you're not starting that search from scratch under time pressure.
Can cap-gap protect my work authorization if my H-1B petition is filed during my STEM OPT period?
Yes. 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 OPT work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Data Center Engineer during this period without interruption, provided your employer maintains E-Verify enrollment and your I-983 remains current with USCIS.