STEM OPT Java Developer Jobs

Java Developer roles in fintech, enterprise software, and cloud infrastructure are among the most active hiring areas for STEM OPT students. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies if you hold a qualifying STEM degree, and every employer must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you under this authorization.

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Overview

Open Jobs56+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type79% On-site
Median Salary$41K
Top LocationAlpharetta, GA
Most JobsBeaconFire Inc.

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
RPA with JAVA Developer
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RPA with JAVA Developer
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Plano, Texas
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
Technical Program Management
$130,000/yr - $150,000/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Citi
Senior Java Developer
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Senior Java Developer
Citi
MH, IN
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
DevOps
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Collabera
Java Developer
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Java Developer
Collabera
Denver, Colorado
Software Engineering
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3+ yrs exp.
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Artech, LLC
Java Developer
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Java Developer
Artech, LLC
Mclean, Virginia
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
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2+ yrs exp.
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Stefanini
Java Developer Junior
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Stefanini
Peru, Indiana
Software Engineering
Backend Engineering
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Associate's
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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Java Developer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Information Systems codes qualify, but some interdisciplinary degrees don't. Confirm with your DSO before targeting STEM OPT roles.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify, not just willing to enroll. Search the E-Verify employer search tool to verify enrollment status before you sign anything. Non-enrolled employers cannot legally hire you under STEM OPT, regardless of how willing they are.

Target employers with active Java LCA filings

Use Migrate Mate to filter Java Developer roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications, so you're only spending time on companies with a demonstrated record of sponsoring tech workers rather than guessing from job descriptions.

Front-load your I-983 training plan discussion

Bring up the I-983 Training Plan before the offer stage, not after. Describe your learning objectives for the Java Developer role in concrete terms, such as distributed systems design or microservices architecture. Employers who've never heard of the I-983 will need lead time to complete it.

Benchmark your offer against the prevailing wage

Run your offered title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before responding to an offer. Your STEM OPT salary must meet the prevailing wage for your SOC code and location, and any gap can complicate a future H-1B sponsorship filing with the same employer.

Plan your cap-gap window around the filing calendar

If your OPT expires before October 1 and your employer files an H-1B petition in April, USCIS cap-gap rules extend your work authorization automatically. Structure your job search timeline so you have a signed offer and filed petition before your EAD expiration date.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does my degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension as a Java Developer?

Your degree qualifies if it appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Information Systems degrees typically qualify. A general Business or Liberal Arts degree does not, even if your coursework included programming. Check your degree's CIP code with your DSO to confirm eligibility before applying to Java Developer roles that require STEM OPT authorization.

Can a startup or small company hire me under STEM OPT?

Yes, company size doesn't determine eligibility. What matters is E-Verify enrollment. Any employer, including early-stage startups, can hire you under STEM OPT as long as they're actively enrolled in E-Verify and willing to sign your I-983 Training Plan. Verify enrollment through the E-Verify employer search before accepting an offer, since some small companies are unaware of the requirement.

What goes into the I-983 Training Plan for a Java Developer role?

The I-983 must describe how the Java Developer position relates to your STEM degree, identify specific learning goals tied to the role, and outline how your employer will supervise and evaluate your progress. For a Java Developer, that means detailing technical objectives like API design, system architecture, or cloud deployment frameworks. Your employer signs the form and you submit it to your DSO, not to USCIS.

How do I find Java Developer employers who are enrolled in E-Verify and actively hiring STEM OPT students?

Migrate Mate filters Java Developer job listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and active LCA filing history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally hire you under STEM OPT. You can search by location, employer size, and job function to match roles that fit both your technical background and your work authorization requirements.

What happens to my work authorization if my STEM OPT expires while my H-1B petition is pending?

If your employer files an H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT EAD expires, USCIS cap-gap provisions extend your work authorization through September 30 of that year. If the petition is selected and approved, your H-1B status begins October 1. You can continue working as a Java Developer throughout that period as long as the petition was filed on time and remains pending or approved.

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