STEM OPT Data Engineering Manager Jobs
Data Engineering Manager roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, information systems, or a related STEM field. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Make an impact with NTT DATA
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Manager, Data Centre Engineering is a Lead role, responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day operations of all in-rack build and maintenance within the data center, ensuring its reliability, efficiency, and adherence to customer standards.
This Site Leadership role manages a team of engineers and collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive projects, manage resources, and implement strategies for optimizing build performance and maintaining operational throughput in the data center environment.
The role is based in Barber, TX and is exclusively onsite.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manages a multi-disciplinary engineering team to ensure efficient rack and stack of critical infrastructure.
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Builds and improves on SOPs and MOPs for build and ongoing support of DC in-rack infrastructure.
-
Researches and implements new methodologies for improves and optimization of work.
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Be an advisor to the Senior team to ensure deliverables meet company strategic goals.
-
Ensures quality assurance checks of deliverables are conducted.
-
Works with external suppliers as required aligning their activity with the organizations strategic goals for developing and operating cost effective, highly efficient, and reliable Data Centers.
-
Full day-to-day operational management of a 24/7 operational team building out critical infrastructure.
-
Works with clients and Program Management to develop and maintain regular cadence reporting and real time dashboards.
-
Work with team to continuously improve efficiency in operational flows on rack-and-stack activities related to a full data center kit out.
KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES:
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Advanced knowledge of at least one engineering domain ideally within a data center or similar environment.
-
Advanced knowledge of operational SOP and MOP creation and improvement.
-
Advanced ability to lead and manage a 24/7 team providing engineering support across the data center lifecycle.
-
Advanced understanding of critical data center electrical, direct to chip liquid cooling and mechanical equipment.
-
Must be detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work effectively in a team environment both virtual and in person.
-
Ability to interact with individuals and groups both internally and externally.
-
Advanced problem-solving skills coupled with excellent organizational and time management skills.
-
Organized and able to set priorities and meet deadlines and budgets.
-
A strong bias for building efficiency in operational systems.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline required.
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Professional Engineering license achievement preferred.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
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Advanced experience managing multi-discipline engineering teams within a business-critical environment.
-
Strong experience in large scale deployments.
WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site Working
ABOUT NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in RD.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.
Third parties fraudulently posing as NTT DATA recruiters
NTT DATA recruiters will never ask job seekers or candidates for payment or banking information during the recruitment process, for any reason. Please remain vigilant of third parties who may attempt to impersonate NTT DATA recruiters—whether in writing or by phone—in order to deceptively obtain personal data or money from you. All email communications from an NTT DATA recruiter will come from an nttdata.com email address. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us.
INTRODUCTION
Make an impact with NTT DATA
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Manager, Data Centre Engineering is a Lead role, responsible for coordinating and supervising the day-to-day operations of all in-rack build and maintenance within the data center, ensuring its reliability, efficiency, and adherence to customer standards.
This Site Leadership role manages a team of engineers and collaborates with cross-functional teams to drive projects, manage resources, and implement strategies for optimizing build performance and maintaining operational throughput in the data center environment.
The role is based in Barber, TX and is exclusively onsite.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Manages a multi-disciplinary engineering team to ensure efficient rack and stack of critical infrastructure.
-
Builds and improves on SOPs and MOPs for build and ongoing support of DC in-rack infrastructure.
-
Researches and implements new methodologies for improves and optimization of work.
-
Be an advisor to the Senior team to ensure deliverables meet company strategic goals.
-
Ensures quality assurance checks of deliverables are conducted.
-
Works with external suppliers as required aligning their activity with the organizations strategic goals for developing and operating cost effective, highly efficient, and reliable Data Centers.
-
Full day-to-day operational management of a 24/7 operational team building out critical infrastructure.
-
Works with clients and Program Management to develop and maintain regular cadence reporting and real time dashboards.
-
Work with team to continuously improve efficiency in operational flows on rack-and-stack activities related to a full data center kit out.
KNOWLEDGE AND ATTRIBUTES:
-
Advanced knowledge of at least one engineering domain ideally within a data center or similar environment.
-
Advanced knowledge of operational SOP and MOP creation and improvement.
-
Advanced ability to lead and manage a 24/7 team providing engineering support across the data center lifecycle.
-
Advanced understanding of critical data center electrical, direct to chip liquid cooling and mechanical equipment.
-
Must be detail oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
-
Ability to work effectively in a team environment both virtual and in person.
-
Ability to interact with individuals and groups both internally and externally.
-
Advanced problem-solving skills coupled with excellent organizational and time management skills.
-
Organized and able to set priorities and meet deadlines and budgets.
-
A strong bias for building efficiency in operational systems.
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
-
Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline required.
-
Professional Engineering license achievement preferred.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
-
Advanced experience managing multi-discipline engineering teams within a business-critical environment.
-
Strong experience in large scale deployments.
WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site Working
ABOUT NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in RD.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.
Third parties fraudulently posing as NTT DATA recruiters
NTT DATA recruiters will never ask job seekers or candidates for payment or banking information during the recruitment process, for any reason. Please remain vigilant of third parties who may attempt to impersonate NTT DATA recruiters—whether in writing or by phone—in order to deceptively obtain personal data or money from you. All email communications from an NTT DATA recruiter will come from an nttdata.com email address. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Data Engineering Manager
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Data engineering roles often align with computer science or information systems codes, but your specific program title may require confirmation from your DSO.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Any employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Ask the recruiter for their E-Verify company ID and cross-check it on the E-Verify employer search before signing anything.
Build your I-983 training plan around manager-level deliverables
Data Engineering Manager roles require an I-983 that maps your learning objectives to concrete outcomes like pipeline architecture decisions, team mentorship, and cross-functional data governance work, not just technical tasks your reports handle.
Target employers with active H-1B LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Data Engineering Manager roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications, which signals they understand and have executed visa sponsorship processes rather than encountering them for the first time with your offer.
Negotiate your start date around USCIS processing windows
File your STEM OPT extension application up to 90 days before your initial OPT expires. If USCIS hasn't adjudicated by your end date, your 180-day cap-gap period keeps you authorized, but your start date should account for EAD card delivery time.
Use the OFLC Wage Search to anchor your salary discussion
Data Engineering Manager roles have a defined prevailing wage by metropolitan area. Pull the Level II and Level III figures from the OFLC Wage Search for your target city so you can evaluate whether an offer meets or undercuts the DOL standard before accepting.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Engineering Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in an eligible STEM field such as computer science, information systems, or data science, and appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The role itself doesn't determine eligibility; your degree's CIP code does. Confirm your specific program with your DSO before applying for the extension.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify for the specific site where you'll work, not just at the company level. Multi-site companies sometimes have location-level enrollment gaps. Ask HR for the E-Verify company ID tied to your work location and verify it directly through the E-Verify employer search before your extension is approved.
How should the I-983 training plan reflect a management-level role?
A Data Engineering Manager's I-983 must document concrete learning goals tied to your management functions, such as designing scalable data infrastructure, leading engineering teams, and implementing data governance frameworks. Generic objectives that mirror an individual contributor's work will draw scrutiny from USCIS. Your employer's HR or immigration contact should co-sign a plan that reflects actual managerial scope.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my job offer is delayed?
If you've filed your STEM OPT extension before your initial OPT expires, a 180-day cap-gap period keeps your work authorization intact while USCIS adjudicates. You can't start a new job during this period under a different employer without a separate authorization. Time your application filing to the 90-day window before expiration to maximize this buffer.
Where can I find Data Engineering Manager roles at E-Verify enrolled employers?
Migrate Mate filters Data Engineering Manager job listings by employers with verified sponsorship history, including E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing records, so you're not cold-calling companies to ask about their immigration infrastructure. Searching there narrows your list to employers already equipped to support your STEM OPT extension and any future H-1B visa transition.