STEM OPT Implementation Engineer Jobs
Implementation Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree maps to an eligible CIP code and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. With up to 36 months of total OPT authorization, you have a realistic runway to build enterprise deployment experience and secure H-1B visa sponsorship.
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The Implementation Project Manager is responsible for overall project management and support of client software implementation projects. The scope of this job includes managing overall project schedule by partnering with resource owners and executive sponsors to ensure activities are carried out in accordance with established goals and budgets.
This position supports our Home Care Solutions team and is based at WellSky’s World Headquarters in Overland Park, KS. We invite you to apply today and join us in shaping the future of healthcare!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create and oversee project schedules based on scope and resources, manage daily operations, and make revisions as needed to keep projects on track and within budget.
- Assign tasks, provide project updates and reports, identify potential risks, and lead project planning and status meetings.
- Develop an understanding of each client’s business and objectives to enhance project execution and identify future sales opportunities.
- Facilitate both project management and executive steering committee meetings to ensure alignment between client and WellSky teams.
- Create relationships with the client project manager and project sponsor to facilitate effective and timely communication.
- Leverage existing methods and procedures to facilitate consistent and repeatable results across the project team.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
- At least 4-6 years relevant work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated experience working as a billable resource within a Professional Services function, with a clear understanding of utilization targets and client-facing delivery expectations
JOB EXPECTATIONS:
- Willing to travel up to 50% based on business needs
- Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed
- Must work in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures to safeguard company and client information
- Must be able to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time
WellSky is where independent thinking and collaboration come together to create an authentic culture. We thrive on innovation, inclusiveness, and cohesive perspectives. At WellSky you can make a difference.
Here are some of the exciting benefits full-time teammates are eligible to receive at WellSky:
- Excellent medical with Rx, dental, and vision benefits
- Mental Health support through EAP
- Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays
- 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans
- Educational assistance up to $2500 per year
WellSky provides equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WellSky is proud to be a drug-free workplace.
Applicants for U.S.-based positions with WellSky must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Certain client-facing positions may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunizations and occupational health mandates.
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INTRODUCTION
The Implementation Project Manager is responsible for overall project management and support of client software implementation projects. The scope of this job includes managing overall project schedule by partnering with resource owners and executive sponsors to ensure activities are carried out in accordance with established goals and budgets.
This position supports our Home Care Solutions team and is based at WellSky’s World Headquarters in Overland Park, KS. We invite you to apply today and join us in shaping the future of healthcare!
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create and oversee project schedules based on scope and resources, manage daily operations, and make revisions as needed to keep projects on track and within budget.
- Assign tasks, provide project updates and reports, identify potential risks, and lead project planning and status meetings.
- Develop an understanding of each client’s business and objectives to enhance project execution and identify future sales opportunities.
- Facilitate both project management and executive steering committee meetings to ensure alignment between client and WellSky teams.
- Create relationships with the client project manager and project sponsor to facilitate effective and timely communication.
- Leverage existing methods and procedures to facilitate consistent and repeatable results across the project team.
- Perform other job duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
- At least 4-6 years relevant work experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Demonstrated experience working as a billable resource within a Professional Services function, with a clear understanding of utilization targets and client-facing delivery expectations
JOB EXPECTATIONS:
- Willing to travel up to 50% based on business needs
- Willing to work additional or irregular hours as needed
- Must work in accordance with applicable security policies and procedures to safeguard company and client information
- Must be able to sit and view a computer screen for extended periods of time
WellSky is where independent thinking and collaboration come together to create an authentic culture. We thrive on innovation, inclusiveness, and cohesive perspectives. At WellSky you can make a difference.
Here are some of the exciting benefits full-time teammates are eligible to receive at WellSky:
- Excellent medical with Rx, dental, and vision benefits
- Mental Health support through EAP
- Generous paid time off, plus 13 paid holidays
- 100% vested 401(K) retirement plans
- Educational assistance up to $2500 per year
WellSky provides equal employment opportunities to all people without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition, genetic information, military service, veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law. WellSky is proud to be a drug-free workplace.
Applicants for U.S.-based positions with WellSky must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Certain client-facing positions may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunizations and occupational health mandates.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Implementation Engineer
Verify your degree CIP code eligibility
Cross-reference your degree against the official STEM OPT CIP code list before applying. Computer science, information systems, and engineering degrees typically qualify, but your DSO confirms the exact match on your updated I-20.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify for your STEM OPT extension to be valid. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name before signing anything, enrollment status can change and a lapsed account disqualifies the extension.
Align your I-983 training plan to the role
Implementation Engineers work across deployment, integration, and client onboarding. Your I-983 must detail specific learning objectives tied to those functions, not generic IT descriptions. Vague training plans are the most common reason DSOs push back on STEM OPT filings.
Target companies with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Implementation Engineer roles by employers who have filed H-1B petitions, so your STEM OPT runway leads directly toward a viable sponsorship path rather than a dead end at the 36-month limit.
File the STEM OPT extension 90 days early
USCIS requires your extension application to be filed no earlier than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Submit with your DSO's I-20 endorsement and Form I-765 well inside that window to avoid a gap in your EAD.
Address the cap-gap window in your offer timing
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT expires and you're not selected, cap-gap protection extends your authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. Confirm your offer start date accounts for that transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Implementation Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree maps to an approved STEM CIP code and the role involves engineering, systems integration, or computer science functions. Implementation Engineer positions that require deploying, configuring, and supporting technical platforms typically satisfy the practical training requirement. Your DSO reviews the job description against your I-20 program to confirm eligibility before endorsing the extension.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
You can search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name or employer identification number before accepting an offer. Active enrollment is a legal requirement for STEM OPT, if your employer's account is inactive or they haven't enrolled, your extension application will be denied regardless of your degree or role qualifications. Verify enrollment status, not just intent to enroll.
What should my I-983 training plan include for an Implementation Engineer role?
Your I-983 must list specific technical and professional goals tied to your day-to-day work, such as system deployment methodologies, API integration processes, client onboarding workflows, and cross-functional coordination skills. Generic language like 'gaining work experience in IT' is insufficient. Both you and your employer's supervisor must sign the plan, and it must be updated every six months or when the role changes materially.
How does cap-gap work if my H-1B isn't selected during STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires and USCIS receives it by the April filing deadline, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 even if you aren't selected. If you aren't selected in the lottery, your STEM OPT authorization resumes until its original end date. USCIS provides updated cap-gap guidance each fiscal year.
Where can I find Implementation Engineer jobs with E-Verify employers who sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate filters Implementation Engineer roles specifically for employers enrolled in E-Verify with documented H-1B filing history, so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness. Applying through a platform built for OPT and STEM OPT students means every listed employer already meets the baseline requirements your extension depends on.