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DevOps Lead roles sit squarely within STEM-designated CIP codes, making them eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign a Form I-983 training plan before your extension begins. A STEM degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field is required to qualify.
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Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and affordable rental housing across the country. Join Fannie Mae to grow your career and help people find a place to call home.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a valued colleague on our team, you will design, develop, test, and/or maintain moderately complex hardware, technology, and/or processes.
The Sr. DevOps Engineer (AWS) role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications and systems utilizing AWS services and systems with a strong focus on on-premises infrastructure.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
- Implement and manage AWS infrastructure using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.
- Develop, test, and deploy applications on both OnPrem and AWS, ensuring performance, security, and scalability.
- Develop and setup CI/CD pipelines to automate build and deployment of applications across all environments.
- Build tools to reduce occurrence of errors and improve customer experience.
- Perform root cause analysis of production errors and resolve technical issues.
- Design procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Monitor system performance and identify areas for optimization and cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to define and implement solutions.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and software development.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Required Experiences:
- 2 years
- Experience with Angular core concepts, modules, components, directives, and services.
- Experience with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
- Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
- Proficiency with Git and GitHub workflows.
- Expertise developing applications in Java, Python with Maven or any other build tool.
- Experience with AWS Services.
- Working knowledge of databases specifically Oracle and SQL.
- Experience with Linux/Unix Operating systems including scripting languages (Shell, Perl, Python).
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code, using CloudFormation, Terraform or similar tools.
- Shows curiosity and adaptability in learning and responsibly applying new technologies, including artificial intelligence, to reimagine how we work.
Desired Experiences:
- Bachelor of science degree (or equivalent) in computer science, engineering, or relevant field.
- 5-8 years experience.
- Experience with design and automating cloud-native CI/CD workflows and tools, using Jenkins, GitLab or similar tools.
- Problem-solving attitude.
- Collaborative team spirit.
- Experience in developing/engineering applications for a large company.
COMPENSATION
- Target Pay Range: $123,000.00 - $161,000.00 a year.
Internal Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure - Engineering - Senior Associate
LOCATION
For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.
Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form.
The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.
Requisition compensation: 123000 to 161000
INTRODUCTION
Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and affordable rental housing across the country. Join Fannie Mae to grow your career and help people find a place to call home.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a valued colleague on our team, you will design, develop, test, and/or maintain moderately complex hardware, technology, and/or processes.
The Sr. DevOps Engineer (AWS) role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications and systems utilizing AWS services and systems with a strong focus on on-premises infrastructure.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
- Implement and manage AWS infrastructure using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.
- Develop, test, and deploy applications on both OnPrem and AWS, ensuring performance, security, and scalability.
- Develop and setup CI/CD pipelines to automate build and deployment of applications across all environments.
- Build tools to reduce occurrence of errors and improve customer experience.
- Perform root cause analysis of production errors and resolve technical issues.
- Design procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Monitor system performance and identify areas for optimization and cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to define and implement solutions.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and software development.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Required Experiences:
- 2 years
- Experience with Angular core concepts, modules, components, directives, and services.
- Experience with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
- Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
- Proficiency with Git and GitHub workflows.
- Expertise developing applications in Java, Python with Maven or any other build tool.
- Experience with AWS Services.
- Working knowledge of databases specifically Oracle and SQL.
- Experience with Linux/Unix Operating systems including scripting languages (Shell, Perl, Python).
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code, using CloudFormation, Terraform or similar tools.
- Shows curiosity and adaptability in learning and responsibly applying new technologies, including artificial intelligence, to reimagine how we work.
Desired Experiences:
- Bachelor of science degree (or equivalent) in computer science, engineering, or relevant field.
- 5-8 years experience.
- Experience with design and automating cloud-native CI/CD workflows and tools, using Jenkins, GitLab or similar tools.
- Problem-solving attitude.
- Collaborative team spirit.
- Experience in developing/engineering applications for a large company.
COMPENSATION
- Target Pay Range: $123,000.00 - $161,000.00 a year.
Internal Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure - Engineering - Senior Associate
LOCATION
For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.
Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form.
The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.
Requisition compensation: 123000 to 161000
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Devops Lead
Verify your degree CIP code matches
Cross-check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the official STEM OPT designated degree list before applying. Computer science, information systems, and software engineering codes all qualify, but a general business or IT management degree may not.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the E-Verify company ID number or look up the employer directly through E-Verify's employer search. A company that isn't enrolled cannot legally hire you on STEM OPT, so confirm this before investing time in late-stage interviews.
Frame your infrastructure leadership experience precisely
DevOps Lead postings often require documented team leadership alongside technical skills. On your resume, quantify the number of engineers you led and the CI/CD pipelines or cloud migrations you owned, since USCIS reviews the I-983 training plan against your actual responsibilities.
Use Migrate Mate to target employers with STEM OPT track records
Search DevOps Lead openings on Migrate Mate, which filters for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and OPT hiring history. This cuts the research time of manually vetting employers who can actually extend your authorization.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan before your start date
Push for a signed Form I-983 that maps your DevOps Lead duties to specific learning objectives before your first day. Your DSO can't recommend the STEM OPT extension to USCIS without a completed plan, and a vague job description creates processing delays.
File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days early
USCIS allows you to apply up to 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Filing early gives your DSO time to issue the updated I-20 and protects your cap-gap eligibility if an H-1B visa is filed on your behalf during your extension period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a DevOps Lead role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your underlying degree carries a qualifying STEM CIP code and the job duties align with that field. DevOps Lead positions typically fall under software engineering, computer science, or information systems degree categories. Your DSO will verify the CIP code match when issuing the updated I-20 for your extension. You can confirm your degree's CIP code using the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify to hire me as a DevOps Lead on STEM OPT?
Yes, E-Verify enrollment is a strict legal requirement for STEM OPT employment, not just a preference. The employer must be actively enrolled before your extension start date. You can confirm enrollment by asking your HR contact for the E-Verify company ID or checking directly through E-Verify's employer search tool. Working for a non-enrolled employer voids your STEM OPT authorization entirely.
What should my Form I-983 training plan include for a DevOps Lead position?
The I-983 must detail the specific skills you'll develop, how your DevOps Lead duties connect to your STEM degree, and how the employer will supervise and evaluate your progress. For this role, that means documenting CI/CD pipeline management, cloud infrastructure oversight, and team leadership responsibilities. Your DSO reviews the plan before recommending the extension to USCIS, so vague descriptions will cause delays.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm on STEM OPT and my employer files an H-1B petition?
If your employer files a timely H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically through September 30 of the relevant fiscal year. You can continue working as a DevOps Lead without interruption during this period. USCIS provides guidance on cap-gap eligibility, and your DSO should update your I-20 to reflect the extended status.
Where can I find DevOps Lead jobs with employers that are already set up to hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists DevOps Lead roles filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and a history of hiring OPT and STEM OPT candidates. This removes the guesswork of researching each company individually. Targeting employers already familiar with the I-983 training plan requirement reduces offer-to-start delays and lowers the risk of authorization complications after you've accepted an offer.