STEM OPT Data Science Lead Jobs
Data Science Lead roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree maps to an eligible CIP code in computer science, statistics, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month extension adds up to 36 months total of post-graduation work authorization to build leadership-level experience in the U.S.
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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 in Data Science Lead
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS. Data science degrees sometimes map to statistics or computer science codes rather than a standalone data science category, so confirm with your DSO before targeting roles.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you reach the offer stage. STEM OPT authorization is void if your employer isn't enrolled, and many mid-size analytics firms haven't completed enrollment even when they're otherwise willing to hire OPT students.
Target companies with active data science LCA filings
Use the OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for data science or machine learning roles. Companies with recent LCA activity are already familiar with the compliance steps that overlap with STEM OPT employer obligations.
Build an I-983 training plan around leadership deliverables
For a Data Science Lead role, your I-983 should document mentorship responsibilities, model deployment ownership, and cross-functional project outcomes, not just technical tasks. A vague training plan tied only to tools or coding work is harder to defend at the 12-month evaluation.
Use Migrate Mate to find STEM OPT eligible Data Science Lead openings
Filter your search on Migrate Mate to surface Data Science Lead roles at E-Verify enrolled employers. This removes the manual step of cross-checking employer eligibility and lets you focus on companies already set up to support STEM OPT training plans and reporting requirements.
Address cap-gap timing during salary and start-date negotiations
If your OPT expires while an H-1B visa petition is pending, cap-gap rules extend your authorization through September 30. Negotiating a start date that accounts for this window prevents a gap that would otherwise force you to pause in a leadership role mid-project.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Science Lead role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if your degree carries an eligible CIP code in computer science, statistics, information science, or a related STEM field, and the Data Science Lead position requires applying that technical training directly. Your DSO must recommend the STEM OPT extension on your I-20, and your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. The O*NET occupation profile for data science roles supports the STEM designation when the job duties align with your degree field.
What E-Verify requirements apply to my employer for STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify as a condition of hiring you on STEM OPT. Enrollment must be active before your extension begins, not just initiated. The employer also needs to sign the I-983 training plan and submit a formal evaluation at the 12-month mark. If your employer is not enrolled, your STEM OPT authorization doesn't apply, regardless of how well the role matches your degree.
What should the I-983 training plan include for a Data Science Lead?
The I-983 must connect your daily work to the learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For a Data Science Lead, that means documenting responsibilities like designing modeling pipelines, leading analytical projects, or mentoring junior team members as practical applications of your academic training. Generic descriptions of tools used aren't sufficient. USCIS expects the plan to show how the role advances skills within your specific degree field.
How does cap-gap protection affect a Data Science Lead on STEM OPT?
If you're on STEM OPT and your employer files an H-1B petition before your authorization expires, cap-gap rules allow you to keep working through September 30 of that fiscal year while the petition is pending. For a Data Science Lead managing ongoing projects, this means you can stay in your role without interruption during the transition window. USCIS issues an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap extension to document the continued authorization.
Where can I find Data Science Lead jobs that support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Data Science Lead openings at employers already enrolled in E-Verify, so you can focus your search on companies set up to support STEM OPT training plans and reporting requirements. Filtering by STEM OPT eligibility at the start of your search saves significant time compared to vetting employer enrollment status manually after finding a role through a general job board.