STEM OPT Data Science Engineer Jobs
Data Science Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, letting you work for up to 36 months on your F-1 authorization if your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Your STEM degree in computer science, statistics, or a related field qualifies you for the 24-month extension, giving you real runway to build U.S. experience.
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American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. seeks Senior Analysts, Data Science to review existing data systems designs based on analyzed data to help streamline data reporting processes.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, and 3 years of experience with analyzing customer data to identify trends and develop business strategies. Experience must include 1 year of experience with each of the following:
- developing data-driven strategic initiatives to enhance business performance
- analyzing complex financial datasets and performing data mining to identify commercial trends
- creating, maintaining, and optimizing business intelligence systems, dashboards, and reporting frameworks using MS Excel
- data visualization tools, including MS Excel and PowerBI
- process automation using Power Automate to streamline recurring analytics and reporting workflows
- preparing and maintaining technical documentation of data pipelines, methodologies, and analytical logic for auditability and knowledge sharing
- utilizing data analysis tools, including Google Big Query, Hive, MySQL Server, Numpy, Pandas, PySpark, Python, Spark, and SQL
Telecommuting is available up to 2 days per week.
LOCATION
Job Location: New York, NY
COMPENSATION
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.
US Job Seekers - Click to view the “Know Your Rights” poster. If the link does not work, you may access the poster by copying and pasting the following URL in a new browser window: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster
The below represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider a number of job-related factors, including experience and location.
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
INTRODUCTION
American Express Travel Related Services Company, Inc. seeks Senior Analysts, Data Science to review existing data systems designs based on analyzed data to help streamline data reporting processes.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Data Science, Data Analytics, Business Intelligence, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field, and 3 years of experience with analyzing customer data to identify trends and develop business strategies. Experience must include 1 year of experience with each of the following:
- developing data-driven strategic initiatives to enhance business performance
- analyzing complex financial datasets and performing data mining to identify commercial trends
- creating, maintaining, and optimizing business intelligence systems, dashboards, and reporting frameworks using MS Excel
- data visualization tools, including MS Excel and PowerBI
- process automation using Power Automate to streamline recurring analytics and reporting workflows
- preparing and maintaining technical documentation of data pipelines, methodologies, and analytical logic for auditability and knowledge sharing
- utilizing data analysis tools, including Google Big Query, Hive, MySQL Server, Numpy, Pandas, PySpark, Python, Spark, and SQL
Telecommuting is available up to 2 days per week.
LOCATION
Job Location: New York, NY
COMPENSATION
We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:
- Competitive base salaries
- Bonus incentives
- 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
- Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
- 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
- Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
- Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
- Career development and training opportunities
For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.
American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.
US Job Seekers - Click to view the “Know Your Rights” poster. If the link does not work, you may access the poster by copying and pasting the following URL in a new browser window: https://www.eeoc.gov/poster
The below represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider a number of job-related factors, including experience and location.
At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. From delivering differentiated products to providing world-class customer service, we operate with a strong risk mindset, ensuring we continue to uphold our brand promise of trust, security, and service.
As part of Team Amex, you’ll experience our powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career. Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Data Science Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a DHS-designated STEM field. Data science and computer science degrees typically qualify, but applied mathematics or information systems programs vary by institution and award year.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension start date, not after. Search the E-Verify employer database by company name or EIN to confirm active enrollment before you sign anything.
Research prevailing wages using OFLC Wage Search
Data Science Engineer salaries vary sharply by location and experience level. Pull the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code and metro area using OFLC Wage Search so you can negotiate from a position grounded in DOL wage data.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Data Science Engineer roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications, which signals both E-Verify enrollment and familiarity with the STEM OPT and H-1B visa process your career path will likely require.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan before your start date
The I-983 must detail specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just your job description. Bring a draft to the offer stage so your DSO can review it alongside your start date rather than scrambling after you've already begun work.
Time your extension application around the 90-day window
USCIS requires you to file your STEM OPT extension before your initial OPT EAD expires. Apply within the 90-day window that opens before expiration so a timely filing keeps you authorized while USCIS adjudicates.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a data science or computer science degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Most data science, computer science, statistics, and engineering degrees qualify because they map to DHS-designated CIP codes. Applied mathematics and information systems programs sometimes qualify depending on how your institution coded the award. Confirm your exact CIP code with your DSO before your initial OPT ends, since the designation is tied to the degree on your I-20, not your job title.
What E-Verify requirement applies to Data Science Engineer STEM OPT jobs?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension period begins. Enrollment after your start date does not satisfy the requirement. You can verify a company's enrollment status by searching the E-Verify employer database by company name or EIN. If the employer isn't listed, your DSO cannot approve the I-983 training plan and your extension will be at risk.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Data Science Engineer role?
The I-983 must connect your specific work activities to the STEM field of your degree. For a Data Science Engineer role, that means detailing the models you'll build, the data pipelines you'll own, and the engineering methods you'll apply, alongside measurable learning objectives. Generic job descriptions aren't sufficient. Your employer's HR or engineering lead signs the plan, and your DSO must approve it before USCIS adjudicates the extension.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm a Data Science Engineer on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Data Science Engineer during this bridge period without a new EAD. USCIS provides guidance on cap-gap eligibility and documentation requirements.
Where can I find Data Science Engineer jobs where the employer is already set up for STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Data Science Engineer listings by employers with active Labor Condition Application filing history, which indicates both E-Verify enrollment and prior experience sponsoring international candidates. Searching there saves you from spending weeks in a recruiting process only to discover the employer has never hired on OPT and isn't enrolled in E-Verify.