STEM OPT Infrastructure Automation Engineer Jobs

Infrastructure Automation Engineer roles in cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and configuration management qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension if your degree is in computer science, information technology, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan before you start.

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Overview

Open Jobs8+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type63% On-site
Median Salary$113K
Top LocationChicago, IL
Most JobsVail Systems

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Point72
Infrastructure Automation Engineer
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Infrastructure Automation Engineer
Point72
New York
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Automation QA
$150,000/yr - $200,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Zoox
Software Engineer - Automation Tools and Infrastructure
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Software Engineer - Automation Tools and Infrastructure
Zoox
Foster City, California
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
Automation QA
$141,000/yr - $188,000/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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NVIDIA
GPU Firmware Infrastructure Engineer
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GPU Firmware Infrastructure Engineer
NVIDIA
Santa Clara, California
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
Embedded Systems Engineering
Automation QA
$124,000/yr - $241,500/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Vail Systems
Software Engineer, Test & Infrastructure II
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Software Engineer, Test & Infrastructure II
Vail Systems
Chicago, Illinois
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Automation QA
Backend Engineering
$89,400/yr - $116,400/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
51-200

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Aviatrix Systems, Inc.
MTS SDET, Test Infrastructure
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MTS SDET, Test Infrastructure
Aviatrix Systems, Inc.
Santa Clara, California
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Automation QA
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Associate's

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Infrastructure Automation Engineer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a DHS-designated STEM field. Computer science, electrical engineering, and information systems all qualify, but some interdisciplinary programs do not. Confirm with your DSO before targeting STEM OPT roles.

Filter employers by E-Verify enrollment status

An employer not enrolled in E-Verify cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, regardless of how willing they are to sponsor. Use the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm enrollment before investing time in any application.

Align your I-983 to infrastructure engineering goals

Your training plan must detail specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, not just list job duties. For this role, reference infrastructure automation frameworks, systems architecture, or cloud orchestration skills directly linked to your degree program.

Target companies with active LCA filing history

Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for infrastructure or systems engineering roles have documented experience hiring international graduates. Use Migrate Mate to surface these employers filtered for STEM OPT compatibility and active job openings in this field.

Time your STEM OPT application around cap-gap risk

If your initial 12-month OPT ends before your STEM OPT extension is approved, cap-gap rules only protect you if you've already been selected in the H-1B lottery. File your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your EAD expires to avoid a gap.

Request the I-983 before your start date

USCIS requires your I-983 to be signed by both you and your employer before your STEM OPT employment begins. Infrastructure roles at smaller companies sometimes delay this step. Clarify the signing timeline during the offer stage, not after you've accepted.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Infrastructure Automation Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Yes, if your employer classifies the role under a qualifying SOC code such as Software Developers, Systems Software or Computer Occupations. The O*NET occupation profile for Infrastructure Automation Engineers confirms the role requires a STEM-aligned degree. Your DSO reviews the role against your degree's CIP code to confirm eligibility before recommending the STEM OPT extension to USCIS.

How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify for STEM OPT purposes?

STEM OPT employers must be enrolled in E-Verify before your employment begins. You can verify enrollment directly through the E-Verify employer search tool, which is publicly accessible. Enrollment must be active at the time you start, not just at the time of your offer. If your employer is not enrolled, they must complete enrollment before USCIS will approve your STEM OPT extension.

What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Infrastructure Automation Engineer?

Your I-983 must describe how the role provides practical training directly related to your STEM degree. For this role, that means documenting specific skills you'll develop in areas like cloud infrastructure, configuration management, or CI/CD automation, and connecting each to coursework or competencies from your degree program. Your employer supervisor signs the form and must conduct formal performance evaluations every six months.

How can I find Infrastructure Automation Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?

Migrate Mate filters job listings for employers with E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history in infrastructure and systems engineering roles, so you're not applying to companies that can't legally hire you on STEM OPT. Searching by role and visa compatibility there saves significant time compared to filtering manually through general job boards.

What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my employer loses E-Verify enrollment after I start?

If your employer's E-Verify enrollment is terminated or lapses after your STEM OPT begins, your authorization to work for that employer is affected. USCIS requires that E-Verify enrollment remain active throughout your STEM OPT period. You should notify your DSO immediately if this occurs, as you may need to change employers or risk falling out of valid status.

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