STEM OPT Genai Engineer Jobs

GenAI Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, letting you work up to 36 months total on your F-1 OPT period. The 24-month STEM extension requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify and your degree to fall under a qualifying STEM CIP code in computer science, data science, or a related engineering discipline.

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Overview

Open Jobs97+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type61% Hybrid
Median Salary$149K
Top LocationDenver, CO
Most JobsDeloitte

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CrowdStrike
GenAI Engineering Intern
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GenAI Engineering Intern
CrowdStrike
Remote
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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KPMG US
Sr. Engineer - GenAI
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Sr. Engineer - GenAI
KPMG US
Denver, Colorado
Software Engineering
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
Cloud & DevOps
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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KPMG
Sr. Engineer - GenAI
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Sr. Engineer - GenAI
KPMG
Denver, Colorado
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Cloud & DevOps
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Data Science
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
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Synechron
Python GenAI Developer
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Python GenAI Developer
Synechron
Chandler, Arizona
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Science
$90,000/yr - $100,000/yr
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Bachelor's

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Deloitte
Senior Consultant - GenAI Full Stack Developer
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Senior Consultant - GenAI Full Stack Developer
Deloitte
Davenport, Iowa
Software Engineering
Data Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Technical Program Management
$124,658/yr - $179,431/yr
Hybrid
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Genai Engineer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree program list. Computer science, electrical engineering, and data science CIP codes all qualify, but a general IT or business analytics degree may not.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

GenAI roles often appear at startups and AI labs that haven't yet enrolled in E-Verify. Before signing anything, ask the recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID or look it up through the E-Verify employer search tool.

Tailor your I-983 training plan to GenAI deliverables

Your I-983 must list specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not a generic job description. Map milestones to skills like transformer architecture, retrieval-augmented generation, or model evaluation to satisfy USCIS audit requirements.

Target employers with prior STEM OPT sponsorship history

Use Migrate Mate to filter GenAI Engineer openings by employers who have sponsored STEM OPT students before, using DOL Labor Condition Application filing data. This cuts time spent on companies unfamiliar with the E-Verify and I-983 requirements.

File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days early

USCIS allows you to apply for the 24-month STEM extension up to 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. Missing this window means a gap in work authorization, which is especially costly if you're mid-project at a GenAI team.

Understand cap-gap protection if you receive an H-1B offer

If an employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before April 1 and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap rules automatically extend your OPT EAD through September 30. Confirm your employer will file on time so this bridge stays intact.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a GenAI Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Yes, GenAI Engineer positions typically qualify because they require direct application of STEM knowledge in machine learning, artificial intelligence, or computer engineering. Your eligibility also depends on your degree: the CIP code on your transcript must appear on the DHS STEM designated degree program list. Degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, and data science consistently qualify. Confirm your specific code with your DSO before applying for the extension.

What does my employer need to do for my STEM OPT authorization?

Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, sign the Form I-983 training plan with you, and report changes in employment to your DSO within five business days. For GenAI roles, the I-983 must detail specific STEM-related learning goals tied to your daily work, such as model development cycles or data pipeline engineering. USCIS can audit these plans, so vague job descriptions are a liability.

How do I find GenAI Engineer jobs where the employer is already enrolled in E-Verify?

Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces GenAI Engineer openings filtered for employers with verified STEM OPT hiring history using DOL LCA data. You can also cross-check any employer directly through the E-Verify employer search tool before applying. Prioritizing E-Verify-enrolled companies at the application stage avoids delays after an offer is extended.

What happens to my work authorization if my STEM OPT period ends while an H-1B petition is pending?

If your employer filed an H-1B cap-subject petition before April 1 of the fiscal year and USCIS selected it in the lottery, cap-gap rules extend your OPT EAD automatically through September 30. During the cap-gap period, you can continue working in your GenAI role without interruption. If the petition is not selected, your work authorization ends when your current EAD expires, so your employer's filing timeline matters significantly.

Can I work as a contractor or on a project basis as a GenAI Engineer on STEM OPT?

STEM OPT requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship, which means your day-to-day work must be supervised and directed by the E-Verify-enrolled employer who signed your I-983. Short-term project placements through a staffing agency can satisfy this requirement only if the agency itself is the E-Verify employer and signs the I-983. Independent contracting with no direct supervision does not meet USCIS standards for STEM OPT.

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