STEM OPT Full Stack Application Development Jobs
Full stack application development roles qualify for STEM OPT when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month extension gives you up to 36 months total to build your U.S. career in this field.
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Bain & Company is seeking an experienced AI Senior Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced artificial intelligence solutions. The role focuses on building intelligent applications, integrating machine learning technologies, and delivering scalable AI systems that support business objectives.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and develop AI-powered applications and services.
- Build and optimize machine learning models and workflows.
- Integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems and APIs.
- Work with large datasets to support model development.
- Evaluate model performance and improve system reliability.
- Collaborate with engineering and consulting teams on AI initiatives.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- Strong programming experience with Python.
- Knowledge of machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI.
- Familiarity with LLMs, cloud platforms, and AI development frameworks.
- Experience with APIs, data processing, and software engineering.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Potential benefits may include health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities, subject to company policy and eligibility.
COMPENSATION
- Pay: $145,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Green card sponsorship
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Relocation assistance
- Visa sponsorship
- Vision insurance
LOCATION
Work Location: In person
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Bain & Company is a global management consulting firm that helps organizations address strategic, operational, and technology-related challenges.
INTRODUCTION
Bain & Company is seeking an experienced AI Senior Engineer to design, develop, and implement advanced artificial intelligence solutions. The role focuses on building intelligent applications, integrating machine learning technologies, and delivering scalable AI systems that support business objectives.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Design and develop AI-powered applications and services.
- Build and optimize machine learning models and workflows.
- Integrate AI solutions with enterprise systems and APIs.
- Work with large datasets to support model development.
- Evaluate model performance and improve system reliability.
- Collaborate with engineering and consulting teams on AI initiatives.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
- Strong programming experience with Python.
- Knowledge of machine learning, deep learning, and generative AI.
- Familiarity with LLMs, cloud platforms, and AI development frameworks.
- Experience with APIs, data processing, and software engineering.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Potential benefits may include health insurance, retirement savings plans, paid time off, and professional development opportunities, subject to company policy and eligibility.
COMPENSATION
- Pay: $145,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Green card sponsorship
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Relocation assistance
- Visa sponsorship
- Vision insurance
LOCATION
Work Location: In person
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Bain & Company is a global management consulting firm that helps organizations address strategic, operational, and technology-related challenges.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Full Stack Application Development
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list. Computer science, information systems, and software engineering codes typically qualify for full stack roles, but general business tech degrees sometimes don't.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension starts. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to confirm enrollment status before you sign an offer letter.
Build your I-983 training plan around specific deliverables
Full stack roles cover a wide scope, so tie your I-983 training objectives to concrete outcomes: shipping features end-to-end, owning a microservice, or leading API integrations. Vague learning goals get flagged by DSOs and slow your extension approval.
Target employers with active software LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter for companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for software development roles. Employers with recent LCA activity have already navigated the DOL compliance process and are far more likely to handle your STEM OPT paperwork correctly.
Use prevailing wage data to evaluate offers objectively
Look up the wage level for your specific SOC code and metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating. Full stack developers span Level I through Level IV depending on autonomy and system complexity, and your offer should reflect the correct level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify for the STEM OPT extension if I studied computer science or software engineering?
Yes, computer science, software engineering, and most information systems degrees appear on the DHS STEM designated degree list and qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. The qualifying factor is your degree's CIP code, not your job title. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before filing your extension application with USCIS.
What E-Verify requirement applies to employers hiring STEM OPT full stack developers?
Any employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension period begins. This is a federal requirement enforced by ICE, not something an employer can satisfy after you start. You can verify a company's enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search before signing an offer. If an employer isn't enrolled, your extension cannot be authorized under that position.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a full stack application development role?
Your I-983 must describe how the job provides practical training in a STEM field directly related to your degree. For full stack roles, list concrete learning objectives tied to your work: designing and deploying web application components, applying software engineering principles to production systems, or contributing to database architecture. Generic descriptions like 'gain industry experience' are insufficient and may result in DSO rejection.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm on STEM OPT and get selected in the H-1B lottery?
If your H-1B petition is filed on time and your STEM OPT is still valid when your H-1B takes effect on October 1, cap-gap extends your work authorization through September 30 of the transition year. Your STEM OPT status remains active during this period. USCIS issues updated guidance each lottery cycle, so confirm the exact timelines with your DSO after selection.
Where can I find full stack application development jobs at employers already set up for STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters full stack development roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active DOL Labor Condition Application filing history. That means you can search specifically for companies already experienced with the STEM OPT compliance process, rather than spending weeks screening employers manually during a timeline that doesn't leave much room for error.