STEM OPT Data Center Technician Jobs
Data Center Technician roles in hardware maintenance, systems monitoring, and network infrastructure qualify for STEM OPT work authorization when your degree is in a STEM-designated field. The 24-month STEM OPT extension brings your total OPT period to 36 months, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension is approved.
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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 Technician
Confirm your CIP code before applying
Not every computer science or engineering degree automatically qualifies for STEM OPT. Cross-reference your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list before targeting roles, so you don't apply under a false assumption.
Filter job postings for E-Verify employers
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before USCIS will approve your STEM OPT extension. Use the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment status before accepting an offer, not after you've already signed.
Target managed service providers and colocation facilities
Managed service providers and colocation data center operators hire technicians across multiple client sites, making them more likely to have formal OPT onboarding processes and E-Verify enrollment already in place compared to smaller, single-site operators.
Build your I-983 training plan around specific technical tasks
USCIS requires your I-983 to list concrete learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For data center roles, map duties like server rack configuration, cabling standards, and incident response protocols directly to the engineering or computer science concepts from your coursework.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified STEM OPT positions
Search Migrate Mate to find Data Center Technician openings at employers with confirmed E-Verify enrollment. This removes the guesswork of vetting each company individually and surfaces roles where your STEM OPT authorization is already understood by the hiring team.
Start your extension filing 90 days before OPT expires
Your DSO must recommend the STEM OPT extension in SEVIS, and USCIS must receive your I-765 before your initial OPT EAD expires. Filing late disqualifies you from the automatic 180-day cap-gap extension that bridges the gap while USCIS adjudicates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Center Technician role qualify for STEM OPT?
It depends on your degree, not just the job title. STEM OPT eligibility is tied to your degree's CIP code appearing on the DHS designated STEM degree program list. Degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, information technology, and related fields typically qualify. Your DSO confirms eligibility when recommending the extension in SEVIS. Check the O*NET profile for Data Center Technician to understand which degree fields align with the role's technical requirements.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a hard requirement for STEM OPT, not a preference. USCIS will not approve your I-765 extension if your employer is not actively enrolled. Before accepting any offer, verify the employer's E-Verify status using the E-Verify employer search tool. Enrollment must be in place before your extension is filed, so confirm it early in the hiring process rather than during onboarding.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a data center role?
The I-983 requires both you and your employer to document how your day-to-day work relates to your STEM degree. For Data Center Technician positions, this means mapping specific duties, such as hardware diagnostics, network troubleshooting, environmental monitoring, and server deployment, to learning objectives grounded in your engineering or computer science coursework. Vague job descriptions like 'perform technical tasks' are not sufficient. USCIS expects the plan to demonstrate a direct connection between the work and your academic training.
How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm a Data Center Technician on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf during the H-1B registration window and you're selected, cap-gap extends your STEM OPT work authorization automatically through September 30 of that year. This matters because STEM OPT extensions can run right up to the H-1B start date, and without cap-gap you'd have a gap in authorization. Your EAD does not need to be reissued during this period as long as your status is properly maintained.
Where can I find Data Center Technician jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Data Center Technician openings at employers with E-Verify enrollment, so you're not spending time vetting companies that can't legally hire you on STEM OPT. Data center roles are concentrated in hyperscale operators, colocation providers, and managed service companies, many of which have structured programs for OPT and STEM OPT candidates. Searching by E-Verify status upfront shortens your hiring timeline significantly.