STEM OPT Infrastructure Engineer Jobs

Infrastructure Engineer roles in cloud platforms, network architecture, and systems reliability qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan, making employer selection as important as the job offer itself.

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Open Jobs234+
Work Type86% On-site
Top LocationAustin, TX
Most JobsQuanta Infrastructure Solutions Group

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Medical Mutual of Ohio
Infrastructure Engineer
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Medical Mutual of Ohio
Added 3d ago
Infrastructure Engineer
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Dublin, Ohio
Cloud & DevOps
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
Automation QA
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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E Tech Group
IT Infrastructure Engineer
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E Tech Group
Added 4d ago
IT Infrastructure Engineer
E Tech Group
West Chester, Ohio
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cybersecurity
IT Support
Systems Administration
Security Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
501-1,000

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Arizona Public Service (APS)
IT Infrastructure Engineer III / Senior
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Arizona Public Service (APS)
Added 5d ago
IT Infrastructure Engineer III / Senior
Arizona Public Service (APS)
Phoenix, Arizona
IT Support & Systems Administration
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Cloud & DevOps
IT Support
Hybrid
Bachelor's

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Simplot Company
Infrastructure Engineer
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Simplot Company
Added 5d ago
Infrastructure Engineer
Simplot Company
Boise, Idaho
Cloud & DevOps
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Apple
Tooling & Infrastructure Engineer
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Apple
Added 1w ago
Tooling & Infrastructure Engineer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
$142k - $259k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Infrastructure Engineer

Verify your degree's CIP code eligibility

Check whether your computer science, electrical engineering, or information systems degree maps to an approved STEM CIP code on the official DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Mismatches between your transcript and the list are the most common reason STEM OPT extension applications get rejected.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID or verify enrollment directly through the E-Verify employer search. Many infrastructure teams at staffing agencies or smaller managed-service providers aren't enrolled, which disqualifies them from supervising your STEM OPT training.

Align your I-983 training goals to infrastructure competencies

Your I-983 training plan must list specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For infrastructure roles, map goals to systems design, network security protocols, or cloud architecture frameworks so your DSO can certify the plan without revision requests.

Target employers with active H-1B petition histories

Infrastructure engineers on STEM OPT typically need H-1B visa sponsorship before their 36 months expire. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filings for infrastructure and systems roles, showing which companies have sponsored similar positions.

File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT ends

USCIS requires you to apply within the 90-day window before your initial OPT expires. Late applications void cap-gap protection, which means a gap in work authorization if your H-1B is pending during the October 1 start date transition.

Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark infrastructure role wages

Your employer's offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your infrastructure job title and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the relevant SOC code before signing an offer to confirm the compensation qualifies and won't trigger a wage violation on your I-983.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

It depends on your degree, not just the job title. Infrastructure Engineer positions qualify if your employer can connect the role to a STEM degree on the DHS designated list, such as computer science, electrical engineering, or information technology. Your I-983 training plan must document how the day-to-day work, whether managing cloud infrastructure, configuring networks, or building CI/CD pipelines, directly applies the technical knowledge from your degree field.

What happens to my STEM OPT if my employer loses E-Verify enrollment?

Your work authorization becomes invalid if your employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses or is terminated. E-Verify enrollment is a continuous requirement, not a one-time checkbox at hiring. If your employer loses enrollment mid-employment, you must stop working and either find a new E-Verify-enrolled employer or risk falling out of status. Check your employer's enrollment status periodically through the E-Verify employer search and notify your DSO immediately if enrollment changes.

How does cap-gap work if I'm on STEM OPT when my H-1B is selected?

Cap-gap automatically extends your STEM OPT work authorization from April 1 through September 30 if your H-1B petition is filed before your STEM OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery. Your employment authorization document isn't reissued; your original EAD combined with your H-1B receipt notice serves as proof. Infrastructure roles at large tech employers often process H-1B cap-gap situations routinely, but confirm your HR team understands which documents are required.

What should my I-983 training plan include for an Infrastructure Engineer position?

Your I-983 must identify specific technical skills you'll develop that connect directly to your STEM degree. For infrastructure roles, list objectives such as designing fault-tolerant network architectures, implementing infrastructure-as-code using tools like Terraform, or managing Kubernetes clusters for containerized workloads. Vague goals like 'gain industry experience' are routinely flagged by DSOs. Your supervisor must co-sign the plan and participate in evaluations every six months, confirming you're progressing against the documented learning objectives.

How do I find Infrastructure Engineer employers who are already set up for STEM OPT students?

Search Migrate Mate to filter infrastructure roles by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active DOL Labor Condition Application filing histories. Employers who have previously sponsored infrastructure engineers through OPT and into H-1B status already understand the I-983 co-signing process, the six-month evaluation requirement, and the E-Verify reporting obligations, which significantly reduces onboarding friction compared to employers encountering STEM OPT requirements for the first time.