STEM OPT Mobile Developer Jobs

Mobile Developer roles in iOS, Android, and cross-platform frameworks qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 training plan before your extension starts.

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Overview

Open Jobs35+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type83% On-site
Median Salary$69K
Top LocationParsippany, NJ
Most JobsCanfield Scientific

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Mobile Developer
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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Added 6d ago
Mobile Developer
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
$100,000/yr - $130,000/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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SAP
SAP iXp Intern - Mobile Developer
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SAP
Added 1w ago
SAP iXp Intern - Mobile Developer
SAP
Naperville, Illinois
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Collabera
Mobile developer
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Collabera
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Mobile developer
Collabera
Glen Allen, Virginia
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
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On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
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Zero Waste Solutions, Inc.
Mobile Developer
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Mobile Developer
Zero Waste Solutions, Inc.
Portland, Oregon
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
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Remote (US)
1+ yr exp.
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HP Tuners LLC
Senior Mobile Application Developer
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Senior Mobile Application Developer
HP Tuners LLC
Buffalo Grove, Illinois
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
$130,000/yr - $140,000/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
11-50

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Mobile Developer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list before targeting roles. Computer Science (11.0701) and Software Engineering (14.0903) both qualify, but Information Systems degrees vary by institution.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Search the E-Verify employer database directly to confirm enrollment before signing anything. Startups and small dev shops frequently overlook enrollment until an offer is already on the table, which delays your extension filing.

Frame your I-983 around mobile-specific learning goals

Your I-983 training plan must tie your daily mobile development work to concrete STEM learning objectives. Map tasks like SDK integration, performance profiling, and CI/CD pipeline work to measurable skills your DSO can approve.

Target employers with active OPT hiring history

Search Migrate Mate to find Mobile Developer roles at employers with verified STEM OPT hiring history, so you're applying to companies that already understand E-Verify requirements and the I-983 co-signature process.

Negotiate your start date around the 60-day window

You have 60 days after your initial OPT end date to file the STEM extension with USCIS. Align your offer letter start date so your employer has enough lead time to co-sign your I-983 and submit before that window closes.

Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer

Mobile Developer prevailing wages vary significantly by metro area and experience level. Run your job title through the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating compensation to ensure your offer meets DOL wage requirements for your location.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

Your degree qualifies if its CIP code appears on the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list. Degrees in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Information Technology typically qualify. Your DSO can confirm your specific CIP code. A general Information Systems or Business degree may not qualify depending on how your institution classified the program.

What does my employer need to do before my STEM OPT extension is approved?

Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 training plan before USCIS approves your extension. The I-983 requires a supervisor to describe your specific Mobile Developer responsibilities, the STEM skills you'll develop, and how the role relates to your degree. Employers who have never hired OPT students often need guidance through this step.

How do I find Mobile Developer jobs at employers who are already enrolled in E-Verify?

Migrate Mate filters Mobile Developer listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring history, so you're not discovering the enrollment gap after an offer is already extended. You can also cross-check any employer independently through the E-Verify employer search tool before applying.

What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?

If your H-1B petition is filed before your STEM OPT expires and you're subject to the cap, the cap-gap provision automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 of that year. USCIS does not issue a new EAD for this period. You'll need your I-983 to remain active with the same employer during cap-gap unless you've received an approval notice.

Can I work as a contractor or on a 1099 basis during my STEM OPT extension?

No. STEM OPT requires a bona fide employer-employee relationship. Contract work through a staffing agency or independent consulting on a 1099 basis does not satisfy the requirement. Your employer must co-sign your I-983, set your hours, supervise your work, and be enrolled in E-Verify. Pure independent contractor arrangements are not permitted under STEM OPT rules.

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