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Infrastructure Software Engineer roles in cloud platforms, distributed systems, and site reliability qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension if your degree is in computer science, computer engineering, or a related CIP-coded STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before you can start.
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City: Redmond
State/Province: Washington
Posting Start Date: 10/14/26
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients’ most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world.
Responsibilities:
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Develop automation frameworks that allow the silicon organization to move fast with high confidence in the quality of prototyping, system provisioning, silicon/software validation, and system integration.
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Invent new tools that streamline reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of our continuous integration and release system.
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Develop and distribute library APIs to orchestrate silicon development platforms to automate stimuli input and capture output on datastreams from various interfaces on silicon evaluation boards and FPGA/Emulation platforms.
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Perform hands-on integration and troubleshooting of distributed software infrastructure.
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Develop data loggers for existing dashboards and automate health monitoring systems.
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Integrate libraries from 3rd party hardware vendors with in-house built solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
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BS in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.
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3+ years of software and test automation experience with at least 1 year related to silicon/firmware validation.
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Experience in software design and proficient programming in C/C++ and Python (data structures, algorithms, and OOP).
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Proficient with software testing methodologies.
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Experience providing clear communications and working well with cross-functional teams.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
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Experience with integration and testing for a complex system.
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Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems.
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Knowledge of ASIC design flow and ASIC prototyping flow.
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Experience with FPGA and hardware evaluation boards, EDA design tools, and/or ISA simulators.
Mandatory Skills: Semiconductor Integration.
Experience: 3-5 Years.
The expected compensation for this role ranges from $60,000 to $140,000.
Final compensation will depend on various factors, including your geographical location, minimum wage obligations, skills, and relevant experience. Based on the position, the role is also eligible for Wipro's standard benefits including a full range of medical and dental benefits options, disability insurance, paid time off (inclusive of sick leave), other paid and unpaid leave options.
Applicants are advised that employment in some roles may be conditioned on successful completion of a post-offer drug screening, subject to applicable state law.
Wipro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applications from veterans and people with disabilities are explicitly welcome.
Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention.
Job Title: Software Infrastructure Engineer
City: Redmond
State/Province: Washington
Posting Start Date: 10/14/26
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO) is a leading technology services and consulting company focused on building innovative solutions that address clients’ most complex digital transformation needs. Leveraging our holistic portfolio of capabilities in consulting, design, engineering, and operations, we help clients realize their boldest ambitions and build future-ready, sustainable businesses. With over 230,000 employees and business partners across 65 countries, we deliver on the promise of helping our customers, colleagues, and communities thrive in an ever-changing world.
Responsibilities:
-
Develop automation frameworks that allow the silicon organization to move fast with high confidence in the quality of prototyping, system provisioning, silicon/software validation, and system integration.
-
Invent new tools that streamline reliable software deployment, test execution, and data analysis as part of our continuous integration and release system.
-
Develop and distribute library APIs to orchestrate silicon development platforms to automate stimuli input and capture output on datastreams from various interfaces on silicon evaluation boards and FPGA/Emulation platforms.
-
Perform hands-on integration and troubleshooting of distributed software infrastructure.
-
Develop data loggers for existing dashboards and automate health monitoring systems.
-
Integrate libraries from 3rd party hardware vendors with in-house built solutions.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
-
BS in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or equivalent experience.
-
3+ years of software and test automation experience with at least 1 year related to silicon/firmware validation.
-
Experience in software design and proficient programming in C/C++ and Python (data structures, algorithms, and OOP).
-
Proficient with software testing methodologies.
-
Experience providing clear communications and working well with cross-functional teams.
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
-
Experience with integration and testing for a complex system.
-
Experience building or working with real-time embedded systems.
-
Knowledge of ASIC design flow and ASIC prototyping flow.
-
Experience with FPGA and hardware evaluation boards, EDA design tools, and/or ISA simulators.
Mandatory Skills: Semiconductor Integration.
Experience: 3-5 Years.
The expected compensation for this role ranges from $60,000 to $140,000.
Final compensation will depend on various factors, including your geographical location, minimum wage obligations, skills, and relevant experience. Based on the position, the role is also eligible for Wipro's standard benefits including a full range of medical and dental benefits options, disability insurance, paid time off (inclusive of sick leave), other paid and unpaid leave options.
Applicants are advised that employment in some roles may be conditioned on successful completion of a post-offer drug screening, subject to applicable state law.
Wipro provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Applications from veterans and people with disabilities are explicitly welcome.
Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Infrastructure Software Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the Department of Homeland Security's STEM OPT designated degree list. Computer science, electrical engineering, and information systems are covered, but not all IT-adjacent programs are, so confirm with your DSO before targeting infrastructure roles.
Check employer E-Verify status upfront
Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview. Employers can self-confirm enrollment through the E-Verify portal, and starting work at a non-enrolled employer invalidates your STEM OPT extension regardless of your authorization otherwise being valid.
Target infrastructure teams at E-Verify enrolled firms
Use Migrate Mate to filter Infrastructure Software Engineer openings by employers already enrolled in E-Verify, so you're only spending time on roles where your 24-month extension is legally viable from day one.
Align your I-983 training plan to the role's technical scope
Your I-983 must describe measurable learning goals tied to your STEM degree, not just your job duties. For infrastructure roles, map training objectives to specific skills like distributed systems design, container orchestration, or network security that directly connect to your coursework.
Negotiate start dates around your DSO's I-20 amendment timeline
STEM OPT extensions require your DSO to issue an updated I-20 before the new authorization period begins. Build at least two to three weeks of lead time into your offer negotiation so your employer's onboarding schedule doesn't outpace your paperwork.
Use O*NET to validate your role qualifies as STEM
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Infrastructure Software Engineer and cross-reference the listed knowledge domains with your STEM degree field. Roles requiring bachelor's-level knowledge in computer science or engineering give your employer a clear documented basis for approving the I-983 training plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Infrastructure Software Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree is in a DHS-designated STEM field such as computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or information systems, and the role requires applying that technical knowledge directly. Infrastructure roles involving cloud architecture, distributed systems, or network engineering typically satisfy the degree-connection requirement. Confirm your specific CIP code with your DSO before filing.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an offer?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact directly, since employers can verify their own enrollment status through the E-Verify portal. You can also request their E-Verify Company ID number as confirmation. Starting work at a company that isn't enrolled in E-Verify disqualifies your STEM OPT extension, so this check is non-negotiable before signing any offer letter. Migrate Mate flags E-Verify enrollment status for listed employers so you can screen roles before applying.
What should my I-983 training plan include for an infrastructure engineering role?
Your I-983 must identify specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, practical training activities, supervision structure, and how the employer will evaluate your progress. For infrastructure roles, training objectives should reference measurable technical skills, such as designing fault-tolerant systems or implementing observability tooling, that connect explicitly to your degree coursework. Generic job descriptions without that connection can cause your DSO to reject the plan.
Does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files an H-1B petition while I'm on STEM OPT?
Yes. If your employer files a timely H-1B visa cap-subject petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. Your I-20 must be updated by your DSO to reflect the cap-gap period, and you must remain employed by the same petitioning employer during that time.
How do I find Infrastructure Software Engineer jobs where employers are prepared to support STEM OPT students?
Search Migrate Mate for Infrastructure Software Engineer openings filtered by employers enrolled in E-Verify. Targeting companies with established OPT processes reduces the risk of delays caused by employers encountering I-983 requirements for the first time. Mid-size technology companies and employers in cloud infrastructure, fintech, and enterprise software tend to have HR teams experienced with STEM OPT compliance and training plan documentation.