STEM OPT Full Stack Product Engineer Jobs
Full Stack Product Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, drawing on computer science, software engineering, and related STEM degrees. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, giving you up to 36 months total, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and signs your I-983 training plan.
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We're Topaz Labs, an AI tech company that builds one-click image and video quality software with deep learning. Over 1M photographers and designers trust us with their work, including on teams at Google, Nvidia, and NASA, and more. We've processed over 1 billion images, achieved 1000% revenue growth in the last 4 years, and we're only getting started.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a talented and motivated Software Engineer to help us craft our core desktop software apps. You will help build either Topaz Photo AI or Topaz Video AI, and own a significant part of the experience depending on whether you prefer frontend, backend, or full stack. You will have a large immediate impact every week on real people who love our software.
About us
- Rocketship growth and opportunity for impact ($3M → $45M revenue in five years)
- Over 1 million customers (including companies like Apple, NASA, Netflix) have used us for over 1 billion photos. Our tech has been covered by Fast Company, The Verge, Engadget, Mashable, BBC, and more
- World-class team that releases weekly, obsesses about the customer experience, and promotes from within
- Profitable company with infinite runway
ABOUT YOU
- 2+ years experience in C++ or JavaScript
- You've built customer-facing products and you have a strong sense of user experience
- Proven ability to quickly learn and be effective in new technologies
- You exhibit an unusually strong work ethic
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
- Preferred: experience in Qt (C++ and QML) for desktop, image/video processing, interest in photography
The top "soft skills" we're looking for in our next Software Engineer are shipping mentality and work ethic. This is a mission-critical role that will give you a masterclass in how a world-class engineering team builds an app that's the best in the world at what it does.
We offer strong base salary plus significant ownership that scales with the company's growth. We also offer 100% covered medical/dental/vision for employees, 15 days annual PTO plus holidays, and 401k matching. This is a full-time onsite role in Dallas, TX, and we will ask you to relocate if you're not in the area.
INTRODUCTION
We're Topaz Labs, an AI tech company that builds one-click image and video quality software with deep learning. Over 1M photographers and designers trust us with their work, including on teams at Google, Nvidia, and NASA, and more. We've processed over 1 billion images, achieved 1000% revenue growth in the last 4 years, and we're only getting started.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We're looking for a talented and motivated Software Engineer to help us craft our core desktop software apps. You will help build either Topaz Photo AI or Topaz Video AI, and own a significant part of the experience depending on whether you prefer frontend, backend, or full stack. You will have a large immediate impact every week on real people who love our software.
About us
- Rocketship growth and opportunity for impact ($3M → $45M revenue in five years)
- Over 1 million customers (including companies like Apple, NASA, Netflix) have used us for over 1 billion photos. Our tech has been covered by Fast Company, The Verge, Engadget, Mashable, BBC, and more
- World-class team that releases weekly, obsesses about the customer experience, and promotes from within
- Profitable company with infinite runway
ABOUT YOU
- 2+ years experience in C++ or JavaScript
- You've built customer-facing products and you have a strong sense of user experience
- Proven ability to quickly learn and be effective in new technologies
- You exhibit an unusually strong work ethic
- Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent professional experience
- Preferred: experience in Qt (C++ and QML) for desktop, image/video processing, interest in photography
The top "soft skills" we're looking for in our next Software Engineer are shipping mentality and work ethic. This is a mission-critical role that will give you a masterclass in how a world-class engineering team builds an app that's the best in the world at what it does.
We offer strong base salary plus significant ownership that scales with the company's growth. We also offer 100% covered medical/dental/vision for employees, 15 days annual PTO plus holidays, and 401k matching. This is a full-time onsite role in Dallas, TX, and we will ask you to relocate if you're not in the area.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Full Stack Product Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Your STEM OPT extension depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code matching an approved STEM list. Confirm with your DSO that your computer science, software engineering, or information systems CIP code qualifies before submitting any extension paperwork.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Only employers enrolled in E-Verify can legally employ STEM OPT workers. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name before signing an offer letter. Skipping this step can void your extension authorization entirely.
Build a portfolio that demonstrates full-stack depth
Hiring managers for Full Stack Product Engineer roles screen for end-to-end ownership. Deploy at least one project showing frontend, backend, and database integration with documented architecture decisions. This directly offsets concerns about OPT timeline constraints during technical interviews.
Target companies with existing STEM OPT I-983 processes
Companies that have sponsored STEM OPT students before already have I-983 training plan templates and HR workflows in place. Asking an interviewer whether they've hired STEM OPT engineers previously reveals onboarding readiness without raising visa concerns prematurely.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for E-Verify employers
Search Full Stack Product Engineer roles on Migrate Mate to find employers already verified for STEM OPT hiring. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can see which companies have active sponsorship history before reaching the offer stage.
Negotiate your start date around I-983 filing timelines
Your DSO must update your SEVIS record before your STEM OPT extension begins. The filing window opens 90 days before your current OPT expires. Align your target start date with this window so your authorization is active on day one of employment.
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Does a Full Stack Product Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree is in a STEM field such as computer science, software engineering, or information technology and carries an approved CIP code. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree. Your DSO verifies the degree-to-role connection when approving your I-983 training plan. Review the USCIS STEM OPT extension guidance to confirm your specific degree qualifies.
What does the I-983 training plan need to cover for an engineering role like this?
The I-983 must describe specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just your day-to-day job duties. For a Full Stack Product Engineer, that means documenting goals around system architecture, software development lifecycle practices, and technical problem-solving. Both you and your employer sign the form, and your DSO submits it. USCIS can audit I-983s, so vague language about general coding work is insufficient.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting a Full Stack Product Engineer offer?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool, which is publicly accessible through the E-Verify program site. Search by company name or employer identification number. Enrollment status must be active at the time your STEM OPT extension begins. If your employer is not enrolled, they cannot legally employ you under STEM OPT, and starting work anyway puts your immigration status at risk.
What happens to my work authorization if my STEM OPT expires while an H-1B petition is pending?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT end date and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection extends your OPT authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Full Stack Product Engineer during this period. USCIS administers cap-gap, and your DSO updates your I-20 to reflect the extended authorization.
Where can I find Full Stack Product Engineer jobs that are open to STEM OPT candidates?
Search on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by employers with active DOL Labor Condition Application history, showing you companies that have sponsored work authorization before. This saves time compared to screening generic job listings where E-Verify enrollment and sponsorship willingness are unknown. Migrate Mate lets you focus your applications on employers already set up for STEM OPT hiring.
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