STEM OPT Integration Engineer Jobs
Integration Engineer roles qualify for the STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code, giving you up to 24 additional months of work authorization beyond your initial OPT. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need a signed I-983 training plan before your extension begins.
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Employment Status:
Full time
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Facility:
Remote - VA
Requisition Number:
R160787 INTEGRATION ENGINEER I (Open)
How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:
An onsite schedule is preferred. However, candidates residing in the following states may be considered for a remote and/or hybrid schedule: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Arkansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Virginia.
The Integration Engineer I assists with developing, monitoring, and maintaining interface connections and data transformations across healthcare systems and applications. Participates in system analysis, design, configuration, documentation, testing, and integration activities utilizing knowledge of HL7, FHIR, APIs, HIPAA, EMR/EHR systems, and clinical workflows. Provides technical support during and after implementation activities while developing foundational integration engineering skills.
The Integration Engineer I:
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Assists with the design, development, maintenance, and support of integration engine technologies, HL7 interfaces, Epic Bridges interfaces, FHIR APIs, and related integrations.
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Participates in interface lifecycle activities including requirements gathering, testing, upgrades, deployments, and maintenance activities.
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Performs basic troubleshooting of interfaces, applications, servers, and integration technologies utilizing logs, debugging tools, and established procedures.
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Participates in interface design, unit testing, integration testing, and implementation activities with guidance from senior team members.
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Develops working knowledge of assigned applications, integration technologies, development tools, and support processes.
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Assists with issue resolution, documentation, change management activities, and project assignments under supervision.
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Assists with analysis of client business needs and identification of opportunities to improve interface functionality and operational efficiency.
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Supports compliance with HIPAA requirements and accurate transmission of protected health information between systems.
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Participates in 24x7 on-call rotation with supervision.
What We Require:
Education: Associate degree in STEM related field or 2 years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Experience: None.
Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: Obtains and maintains a minimum of one vendor and/or industry certification/proficiency as determined by management following a primary support application proficiency path.
Other Minimum Qualifications: Demonstrates effective organizational, analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment. Demonstrates accountability, adaptability, continuous learning, adherence to documentation standards and departmental processes, and respect for confidential information.
This job description is intended to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by incumbents in this role. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Recruiter:
MARK MISKOVIC
Recruiter Email:
mamiskovic@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
For more information on E-Verify: https://www.carilionclinic.org/eoe-e-verify-and-right-work-policies
Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic
Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.
When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
- Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
- Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
- Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
- Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
- Discounts on childcare
- Continued education and training
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as an Integration Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in computer engineering, systems engineering, and electrical engineering typically qualify, but your DSO confirms the exact match before you file.
Filter job postings by E-Verify status
Ask recruiters directly whether their company is enrolled in E-Verify before your first interview. STEM OPT requires E-Verify enrollment as a condition of the extension, and discovering a gap at the offer stage wastes both parties' time.
Build your I-983 training plan around integration-specific deliverables
Your I-983 must tie learning objectives to concrete engineering tasks: system interface design, API integration cycles, middleware configuration. Vague goals get flagged by your DSO. Draft the plan with your hiring manager before your extension start date.
Research prevailing wages before negotiating your offer
Integration Engineer wages vary by metro area and experience tier. Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to see DOL wage levels before you counter. This also signals to employers you understand the compliance context of sponsored roles.
Target employers with existing H-1B filing history
Employers who have filed H-1B visa petitions for engineering roles are already familiar with federal immigration compliance. Use Migrate Mate to find Integration Engineer roles at companies with verified sponsorship histories, so your STEM OPT job search starts with the highest-probability matches.
Understand cap-gap protection if your H-1B is selected
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your OPT expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap rules extend your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year. File your I-765 renewal through USCIS well before your EAD expires to avoid a gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as an Integration Engineer?
Your degree qualifies if it appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Degrees in computer engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and systems engineering commonly support Integration Engineer roles. Your DSO verifies the CIP code match and approves the I-20 extension. If your degree is in a borderline field, your DSO can review the official DHS list to confirm eligibility before you accept an offer.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Every employer who hires you on a STEM OPT extension must be enrolled in E-Verify for the specific site where you work. Enrollment at the company level isn't enough if your worksite is a subsidiary or separate location. Confirm enrollment status directly with your HR contact or ask them to provide their E-Verify company ID before you sign an offer letter.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for an Integration Engineer role?
Your I-983 must describe how the job provides practical training related to your STEM degree. For Integration Engineers, that means listing specific learning goals tied to your work: designing system interfaces, managing API pipelines, configuring middleware, or building CI/CD workflows. Goals must connect directly to your degree field. Your hiring manager co-signs the form, and your DSO must approve it before USCIS processes your extension.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm on STEM OPT and get selected in the H-1B lottery?
Cap-gap automatically extends your STEM OPT work authorization if your employer files an H-1B petition by April 1 and you're selected in the lottery. Your authorization continues through September 30, even if your current EAD would expire earlier. You don't need a new EAD for this period, but you do need your employer to file on time. USCIS issues a cap-gap extension notice you can use as proof of continued authorization.
Where can I find Integration Engineer jobs at employers who support STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Integration Engineer roles at employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and H-1B filing history, so you're not sorting through postings blind. You can also cross-reference the O*NET occupation profile for Integration Engineer to understand which related job titles fall under the same SOC code, which broadens your search without changing your eligibility.