STEM OPT Integration Architect Jobs

Integration Architect roles in enterprise software, cloud infrastructure, and API design qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension when your degree falls under an approved CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension starts.

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Overview

Open Jobs8+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type63% On-site
Median Salary$105K
Top LocationMiami, FL
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Systems Integration Analyst
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Systems Integration Analyst
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Woodbridge, Virginia
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Senior Implementation/Integration Engineer
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Senior Implementation/Integration Engineer
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Austin, Texas
Technical Product & Program Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Software Engineering
$117,500/yr - $191,950/yr
Hybrid
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Technical Integrations Consultant
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Technical Integrations Consultant
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Technical Product & Program Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Customer Success
Consulting & Professional Services
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4+ yrs exp.
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Workday Integration Student Senior Principal Consultant
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Workday Integration Student Senior Principal Consultant
Cognizant
United States
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
$128,093/yr - $192,140/yr
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4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Senior Integrations Developer
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Senior Integrations Developer
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Raleigh, North Carolina
Software Engineering
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Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Integration Architect

Confirm your CIP code covers Integration Architecture

Integration Architect roles typically map to Computer Science, Information Systems, or Software Engineering CIP codes. Cross-check your degree's CIP code against the STEM Designated Degree Program List on USCIS before you apply, so you don't discover an eligibility gap after an offer arrives.

Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Any employer who hires you on STEM OPT must be enrolled in E-Verify. Ask recruiters for their E-Verify Company ID during the offer stage and confirm active status directly through the E-Verify employer search tool before you sign.

Build your I-983 training plan around integration deliverables

Your I-983 must list specific learning objectives tied to the actual job. For Integration Architect roles, map objectives to concrete deliverables like API gateway design, middleware configuration, or data pipeline architecture rather than vague skill categories that DSOs will push back on.

Target employers with active H-1B filing history

Companies that have filed H-1B petitions for Integration Architects or similar roles have already built internal sponsorship processes. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by DOL Labor Condition Application data, so you're only pursuing companies with a demonstrated track record of sponsoring technical architecture roles.

Use OFLC Wage Search to validate your offer's prevailing wage

Integration Architect salaries vary sharply by location and experience level. Run your specific SOC code and metro area through OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the DOL prevailing wage tier your offer falls into and can flag any compliance risk early.

Negotiate your start date around OPT cap-gap timing

If your initial OPT expires before October 1 and your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf, cap-gap extends your authorization automatically. Structure your offer letter so your start date and the 60-day grace period don't create an unauthorized gap if the petition is filed late.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Integration Architect role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

It depends on your degree, not just your job title. Integration Architect positions typically align with Computer Science, Information Systems, or Software Engineering degree programs, all of which appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Confirm that your specific degree's CIP code is on that list via USCIS before your DSO recommends the extension on your I-20.

How do I verify that an Integration Architect employer is enrolled in E-Verify?

E-Verify enrollment is a legal requirement for any employer who hires you on STEM OPT. You can confirm enrollment by asking the recruiter or HR contact for the company's E-Verify Company ID and then checking it against the E-Verify employer search tool. Enrollment status can lapse, so verify it at the offer stage, not after you've started.

What should my I-983 training plan include for an Integration Architect position?

Your I-983 must connect your STEM degree to the specific work you'll do in the role. For Integration Architect positions, list concrete learning objectives tied to deliverables like designing API integrations, building enterprise service bus configurations, or architecting data exchange frameworks. Generic objectives like 'improving technical skills' will draw DSO scrutiny and may require revision before your extension is recommended.

How does cap-gap work if my employer sponsors me for H-1B while I'm on STEM OPT?

If your STEM OPT authorization expires between April 1 and September 30 and your employer files a timely H-1B cap-subject petition on your behalf, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. You can continue working without interruption during that window. If the petition is selected and approved, your H-1B status begins October 1.

Where can I find Integration Architect jobs at employers who already sponsor STEM OPT students?

Migrate Mate filters Integration Architect listings by employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can focus on companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for similar technical roles. This cuts out the prospecting step of cold-checking whether a company will support your STEM OPT extension before you apply.

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