STEM OPT Junior Software Developer Jobs
Junior Software Developer roles are among the most common STEM OPT placements for F-1 graduates in computer science, software engineering, and related fields. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, giving you up to 36 months total, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and you maintain a valid I-983 training plan.
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Adobe is building the next generation of GenAI services and agents to power AI‑first experiences across Adobe Experience Cloud and beyond. Our team is evolving from a traditional Globalization focus to support and contribute to GenAI platform and service development, working closely with core product and GenAI platform teams to ensure these systems are world‑ready by design.
We are seeking a junior‑level Software Engineer who is excited to learn, build, and grow while working on GenAI‑powered services, evaluation tools, and supporting infrastructure used by engineering teams across Adobe. In this role, you will work under the guidance of senior engineers to implement production‑quality software and gain hands‑on experience with modern GenAI systems.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GenAI Core Services
- Implement and maintain shared GenAI core services (e.g., Voice Service, Evaluation Service, Moderation Service, AI‑powered Globalization bug triage and auto‑fix services) under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Contribute code, tests, and documentation to existing GenAI service frameworks and repositories.
- Support onboarding of internal engineering teams to shared GenAI services by helping with integrations, bug fixes, and improvements.
AI World‑Readiness & Global Quality
- Help ensure GenAI features and workflows support internationalization, localization, and global quality requirements.
- Contribute to multilingual and global‑readiness improvements by following established frameworks, standards, and best practices.
- Work with team members to identify and fix global‑quality issues in GenAI‑powered features.
Continuous Localization (CL) Platform Support
- Contribute to the stability, reliability, and modernization of the Continuous Localization platform.
- Assist with DevOps, monitoring, and operational tasks under mentorship from senior engineers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS or MS (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science or a related field.
- Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles, data structures, and system design.
- Hands‑on experience (internship, or early career) in full-stack web development.
- Exposure to GenAI, LLM‑based systems, or AI‑powered applications.
- Interest in internationalization, localization, or building globally usable software.
- Ability to learn quickly, follow technical guidance, and apply feedback from senior engineers.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
ABOUT ADOBE
Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity.
Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours. Let’s Adobe together.
At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.
Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more.
Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015.
AI Use Guidelines for Interviews:
Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process.
EXPECTED PAY RANGE: Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $93,200 - $179,200 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
In California, the pay range for this position is $123,700 - $179,200.
At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).
In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.
STATE-SPECIFIC NOTICES:
California:
Fair Chance Ordinances
Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
Colorado:
Application Window Notice Aug 31 2026 12:00 AM
If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.
Massachusetts:
Massachusetts Legal Notice
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
INTRODUCTION
Adobe is building the next generation of GenAI services and agents to power AI‑first experiences across Adobe Experience Cloud and beyond. Our team is evolving from a traditional Globalization focus to support and contribute to GenAI platform and service development, working closely with core product and GenAI platform teams to ensure these systems are world‑ready by design.
We are seeking a junior‑level Software Engineer who is excited to learn, build, and grow while working on GenAI‑powered services, evaluation tools, and supporting infrastructure used by engineering teams across Adobe. In this role, you will work under the guidance of senior engineers to implement production‑quality software and gain hands‑on experience with modern GenAI systems.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
GenAI Core Services
- Implement and maintain shared GenAI core services (e.g., Voice Service, Evaluation Service, Moderation Service, AI‑powered Globalization bug triage and auto‑fix services) under the guidance of senior engineers.
- Contribute code, tests, and documentation to existing GenAI service frameworks and repositories.
- Support onboarding of internal engineering teams to shared GenAI services by helping with integrations, bug fixes, and improvements.
AI World‑Readiness & Global Quality
- Help ensure GenAI features and workflows support internationalization, localization, and global quality requirements.
- Contribute to multilingual and global‑readiness improvements by following established frameworks, standards, and best practices.
- Work with team members to identify and fix global‑quality issues in GenAI‑powered features.
Continuous Localization (CL) Platform Support
- Contribute to the stability, reliability, and modernization of the Continuous Localization platform.
- Assist with DevOps, monitoring, and operational tasks under mentorship from senior engineers.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS or MS (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science or a related field.
- Foundational knowledge of software engineering principles, data structures, and system design.
- Hands‑on experience (internship, or early career) in full-stack web development.
- Exposure to GenAI, LLM‑based systems, or AI‑powered applications.
- Interest in internationalization, localization, or building globally usable software.
- Ability to learn quickly, follow technical guidance, and apply feedback from senior engineers.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills.
ABOUT ADOBE
Adobe empowers everyone to create through innovative platforms and tools that unleash creativity, productivity and personalized customer experiences. Adobe’s industry-leading offerings including Adobe Acrobat Studio, Adobe Express, Adobe Firefly, Creative Cloud, Adobe Experience Platform, Adobe Experience Manager, and GenStudio enable people and businesses to turn ideas into impact, powered by AI and driven by human ingenuity.
Our 30,000+ employees worldwide are creating the future and raising the bar as we drive the next decade of growth. We’re on a mission to hire the very best and believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. At Adobe, we believe that great ideas can come from anywhere in the organization. The next big idea could be yours. Let’s Adobe together.
At Adobe, we believe in creating a company culture where all employees are empowered to make an impact. Learn more about Adobe life, including our values and culture, focus on people, purpose and community, Adobe for All, comprehensive benefits programs, the stories we tell, the customers we serve, and how you can help us advance our mission of empowering everyone to create.
Adobe is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on gender, race or color, ethnicity or national origin, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Learn more.
Adobe aims to make our Careers website and recruiting process accessible to any and all users. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation to navigate our website or complete the application process, email accommodations@adobe.com or call +1 408-536-3015.
AI Use Guidelines for Interviews:
Our interviews are designed to reflect your own skills and thinking. The use of AI or recording tools during live interviews is not permitted unless explicitly invited by the interviewer or approved in advance as part of a reasonable accommodation. If these tools are used inappropriately or in a way that misrepresents your work, your application may not move forward in the process.
EXPECTED PAY RANGE: Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $93,200 - $179,200 annually. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process.
In California, the pay range for this position is $123,700 - $179,200.
At Adobe, for sales roles starting salaries are expressed as total target compensation (TTC = base + commission), and short-term incentives are in the form of sales commission plans. Non-sales roles starting salaries are expressed as base salary and short-term incentives are in the form of the Annual Incentive Plan (AIP).
In addition, certain roles may be eligible for long-term incentives in the form of a new hire equity award.
STATE-SPECIFIC NOTICES:
California:
Fair Chance Ordinances
Adobe will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment in accordance with state and local laws and “fair chance” ordinances.
Colorado:
Application Window Notice Aug 31 2026 12:00 AM
If this role is open to hiring in Colorado (as listed on the job posting), the application window will remain open until at least the date and time stated above in Pacific Time, in compliance with Colorado pay transparency regulations. If this role does not have Colorado listed as a hiring location, no specific application window applies, and the posting may close at any time based on hiring needs.
Massachusetts:
Massachusetts Legal Notice
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Junior Software Developer
Verify your CIP code qualifies first
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on DHS's STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer Science (11.0701) and Software Engineering (14.0903) both qualify, but some interdisciplinary programs don't. Confirm with your DSO before applying.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Any employer hiring you on STEM OPT must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to verify current enrollment status before you sign anything.
Use Migrate Mate to target STEM OPT-ready employers
Filter your Junior Software Developer search on Migrate Mate to surface companies with verified E-Verify enrollment and a history of hiring STEM OPT students, cutting out roles where you'd have to educate the recruiter from scratch.
Draft your I-983 training plan before the offer stage
Prepare a working I-983 draft that maps your Junior Software Developer duties to specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. Employers unfamiliar with STEM OPT often stall at this step, so arriving with a draft accelerates the process significantly.
Benchmark your offer against the prevailing wage
Look up the Level 1 Software Developer wage for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before evaluating any offer. STEM OPT doesn't require prevailing wage compliance the way H-1B does, but underpayment relative to peers can raise red flags if you later pursue H-1B sponsorship.
Time your application window around cap-gap protection
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization. Apply for Junior Software Developer roles no later than late February so there's enough runway for H-1B registration in March.
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Find Junior Software Developer JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Junior Software Developer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, provided your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline with an eligible CIP code. The role itself must also be directly related to your degree. Your DSO will confirm eligibility when you request the STEM OPT recommendation on your I-20, so verify the connection between your job duties and your degree field before submitting that request.
What E-Verify obligation does my employer have for STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify at the time you begin work on the STEM OPT extension, not just at the time of hiring. If your employer is not enrolled, they cannot legally employ you under STEM OPT. You can check current enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search before accepting an offer. Enrollment is the employer's responsibility, but confirming it protects your status.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Junior Software Developer?
The I-983 must identify specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree and map them to actual job duties you'll perform as a Junior Software Developer. Generic descriptions like 'write code' aren't sufficient. The plan should reference concrete skills such as software design patterns, version control workflows, or systems architecture that connect directly to your coursework. Both you and your employer supervisor sign it, and your DSO must approve it before your STEM OPT start date.
How does cap-gap work if my employer wants to sponsor my H-1B?
If your OPT EAD expires between April 1 and September 30 and USCIS receives a timely H-1B petition on your behalf before your OPT end date, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. For Junior Software Developer roles, this means your employer needs to commit to H-1B sponsorship and file during the March registration window. Missing that window means a gap in authorization with no cap-gap bridge available until the following fiscal year.
Where can I find Junior Software Developer jobs where employers already understand STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate lists Junior Software Developer roles filtered for employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and prior STEM OPT hiring experience. Targeting these employers directly reduces the back-and-forth of explaining STEM OPT mechanics to HR teams unfamiliar with the I-983 process or the 24-month extension timeline. You can browse currently open roles and filter by location or company size to match your preferences.
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