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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Get Access To All JobsPosition: Infrastructure Architect I – Infrastructure Automation Engineer [SCS-2353433]
Location: Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL (Hybrid - (2–4 Days Onsite))
Duration: 3 Years
Client: Southern Company Services
Job Summary
Southern Company Services is seeking an Infrastructure Architect I – Infrastructure Automation Engineer to join its newly established Infrastructure as Code (IaC) team. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions that improve the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of enterprise IT infrastructure.
As part of an Agile Scrum team, you will build Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions that automate provisioning and lifecycle management across Windows, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V, networking, and storage environments using modern automation tools and DevOps practices.
Key Responsibilities
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Design, develop, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.
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Automate provisioning and lifecycle management of servers, storage, networking, and virtualization platforms.
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Develop reusable automation using Ansible, Terraform, Python, PowerShell, and Git.
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Support Windows, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V, and physical infrastructure environments.
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Collaborate with infrastructure teams to standardize enterprise automation solutions.
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Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and deliver sprint commitments using Jira.
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Troubleshoot automation workflows and infrastructure issues.
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Develop technical documentation, automation standards, and best practices.
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Mentor team members and promote automation and DevOps adoption across the organization.
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Continuously improve infrastructure reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred.
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Strong software development and scripting experience.
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Hands-on experience with:
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Python
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Ansible
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Git
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Linux Administration
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Windows Server Administration
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Experience developing infrastructure automation solutions.
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Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
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Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
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Agile software development experience.
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Jira experience.
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Terraform.
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VMware vSphere administration.
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OpenShift or Kubernetes.
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F5 Load Balancers.
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DNS, DHCP, and Infoblox administration.
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Firewall administration.
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Microsoft IIS.
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DevOps and CI/CD experience.
Preferred Skills
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Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
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Python
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Ansible
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Terraform
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Git
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PowerShell
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Linux
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Windows Server
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VMware vSphere
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Hyper-V
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Kubernetes
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OpenShift
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Jira
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DevOps
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Automation
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Infrastructure Engineering
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F5
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DNS
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DHCP
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Infoblox
Position: Infrastructure Architect I – Infrastructure Automation Engineer [SCS-2353433]
Location: Atlanta, GA or Birmingham, AL (Hybrid - (2–4 Days Onsite))
Duration: 3 Years
Client: Southern Company Services
Job Summary
Southern Company Services is seeking an Infrastructure Architect I – Infrastructure Automation Engineer to join its newly established Infrastructure as Code (IaC) team. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and implementing automation solutions that improve the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of enterprise IT infrastructure.
As part of an Agile Scrum team, you will build Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions that automate provisioning and lifecycle management across Windows, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V, networking, and storage environments using modern automation tools and DevOps practices.
Key Responsibilities
-
Design, develop, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.
-
Automate provisioning and lifecycle management of servers, storage, networking, and virtualization platforms.
-
Develop reusable automation using Ansible, Terraform, Python, PowerShell, and Git.
-
Support Windows, Linux, VMware, Hyper-V, and physical infrastructure environments.
-
Collaborate with infrastructure teams to standardize enterprise automation solutions.
-
Participate in Agile Scrum ceremonies and deliver sprint commitments using Jira.
-
Troubleshoot automation workflows and infrastructure issues.
-
Develop technical documentation, automation standards, and best practices.
-
Mentor team members and promote automation and DevOps adoption across the organization.
-
Continuously improve infrastructure reliability, scalability, and operational efficiency.
Required Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field preferred.
-
Strong software development and scripting experience.
-
Hands-on experience with:
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Python
-
Ansible
-
Git
-
Linux Administration
-
Windows Server Administration
-
Experience developing infrastructure automation solutions.
-
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
-
Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
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Agile software development experience.
-
Jira experience.
-
Terraform.
-
VMware vSphere administration.
-
OpenShift or Kubernetes.
-
F5 Load Balancers.
-
DNS, DHCP, and Infoblox administration.
-
Firewall administration.
-
Microsoft IIS.
-
DevOps and CI/CD experience.
Preferred Skills
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Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
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Python
-
Ansible
-
Terraform
-
Git
-
PowerShell
-
Linux
-
Windows Server
-
VMware vSphere
-
Hyper-V
-
Kubernetes
-
OpenShift
-
Jira
-
DevOps
-
Automation
-
Infrastructure Engineering
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F5
-
DNS
-
DHCP
-
Infoblox
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Get Access To All JobsTips 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.
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.