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Python Engineer roles qualify for STEM OPT because they require a STEM degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension is available once your employer enrolls in E-Verify and your DSO updates your I-20. That gives you up to 36 months total to work and build toward H-1B visa sponsorship.
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FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.
JOB SUMMARY
The Software Engineer (Tier-2) supports the availability, performance, reliability, monitoring, incident response, and operational excellence of FreeWheel platforms, with a primary focus on the Streaming Hub application. This role provides Tier-2 support for customer-facing issues, assists with maintaining UI components within the Streaming Hub, and develops an understanding of customer workflows, system architecture, and business logic to effectively troubleshoot technical issues. The engineer works closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to resolve incidents, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to automation and platform reliability. Under general guidance, this role handles routine to moderately complex technical challenges while continuously developing technical expertise.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide Tier-2 support for the Streaming Hub application by troubleshooting customer issues related to inventory registration, targeting, and UI functionality
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of UI components within the Streaming Hub platform
- Develop an understanding of business logic, application architecture, and customer workflows to diagnose and resolve production issues
- Troubleshoot application, infrastructure, and integration issues with guidance from senior engineers when needed
- Build and maintain automation tools and scripts to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual work
- Debug application code and assist in resolving issues across distributed systems
- Collaborate with engineering, client services, and other stakeholders to investigate and resolve customer issues
- Participate in production support, live event monitoring, and incident response activities
- Assist with release validation, production verification, and post-release monitoring
- Contribute to documentation, knowledge sharing, and operational best practices
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
PREFERRED TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience programming in Python and/or Go (Golang)
- Experience troubleshooting web applications and distributed systems
- Basic understanding of frontend technologies and UI development
- Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or OCI
- Exposure to AWS services such as EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Route 53, and Lambda
- Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and observability tools
- Basic understanding of CI/CD practices and development tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git)
- Strong Linux fundamentals and basic networking knowledge
- Understanding of secure software development and operational best practices
CORE COMPETENCIES / BEHAVIORS:
- Customer-focused with an interest in understanding business impact
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Willingness to learn business workflows and platform architecture
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Collaborative team player who works effectively with cross-functional teams
- Takes ownership of assigned work and seeks guidance when appropriate
- Continuously develops technical skills and contributes to team knowledge sharing
EMPLOYEES AT ALL LEVELS ARE EXPECTED TO:
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job
- Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services
- Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences
- Win as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers
- Drive results and growth
- Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities
DISCLAIMER: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
SKILLS:
Amazon Web Services (AWS); Software Engineering; Back-End Development; Python (Programming Language)
SALARY:
Virginia Pay Range: $120,212.52 - $180,318.78
Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
2-5 Years
INTRODUCTION
FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.
JOB SUMMARY
The Software Engineer (Tier-2) supports the availability, performance, reliability, monitoring, incident response, and operational excellence of FreeWheel platforms, with a primary focus on the Streaming Hub application. This role provides Tier-2 support for customer-facing issues, assists with maintaining UI components within the Streaming Hub, and develops an understanding of customer workflows, system architecture, and business logic to effectively troubleshoot technical issues. The engineer works closely with senior engineers and cross-functional teams to resolve incidents, improve operational efficiency, and contribute to automation and platform reliability. Under general guidance, this role handles routine to moderately complex technical challenges while continuously developing technical expertise.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provide Tier-2 support for the Streaming Hub application by troubleshooting customer issues related to inventory registration, targeting, and UI functionality
- Contribute to the development and maintenance of UI components within the Streaming Hub platform
- Develop an understanding of business logic, application architecture, and customer workflows to diagnose and resolve production issues
- Troubleshoot application, infrastructure, and integration issues with guidance from senior engineers when needed
- Build and maintain automation tools and scripts to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual work
- Debug application code and assist in resolving issues across distributed systems
- Collaborate with engineering, client services, and other stakeholders to investigate and resolve customer issues
- Participate in production support, live event monitoring, and incident response activities
- Assist with release validation, production verification, and post-release monitoring
- Contribute to documentation, knowledge sharing, and operational best practices
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
PREFERRED TECHNICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience programming in Python and/or Go (Golang)
- Experience troubleshooting web applications and distributed systems
- Basic understanding of frontend technologies and UI development
- Working knowledge of SQL and relational databases
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or OCI
- Exposure to AWS services such as EC2, S3, IAM, VPC, Route 53, and Lambda
- Familiarity with monitoring, logging, and observability tools
- Basic understanding of CI/CD practices and development tools (Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git)
- Strong Linux fundamentals and basic networking knowledge
- Understanding of secure software development and operational best practices
CORE COMPETENCIES / BEHAVIORS:
- Customer-focused with an interest in understanding business impact
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Willingness to learn business workflows and platform architecture
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Collaborative team player who works effectively with cross-functional teams
- Takes ownership of assigned work and seeks guidance when appropriate
- Continuously develops technical skills and contributes to team knowledge sharing
EMPLOYEES AT ALL LEVELS ARE EXPECTED TO:
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job
- Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services
- Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences
- Win as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers
- Drive results and growth
- Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities
DISCLAIMER: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications.
Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
SKILLS:
Amazon Web Services (AWS); Software Engineering; Back-End Development; Python (Programming Language)
SALARY:
Virginia Pay Range: $120,212.52 - $180,318.78
Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
2-5 Years
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Python Engineer
Verify your degree qualifies by CIP code
Check your degree's CIP code against the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List before applying. Computer science, information systems, and software engineering CIP codes all qualify, but interdisciplinary or applied programs sometimes don't, and catching this early prevents a denied extension.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers to confirm their E-Verify company ID during the offer stage, not after. Employers can look enrolled but have lapsed accounts, and USCIS won't approve your STEM OPT extension if your employer's E-Verify participation isn't active on your start date.
Target employers with active H-1B LCA filings
Search Migrate Mate to filter Python Engineer roles by employers who have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications. Employers with recent LCA history have already built the internal process to support work authorization transitions, which matters when your STEM OPT window closes.
Build your I-983 training plan around deliverables
Your I-983 training agreement must connect your Python work to your STEM degree field with specific learning objectives. Vague descriptions like 'software development tasks' get flagged during ICE audits. Tie each goal to a concrete deliverable, such as a production API, data pipeline, or model deployment.
File your STEM OPT extension 90 days before OPT expires
Submit your I-765 extension application to USCIS no later than 90 days before your current OPT EAD expires. If USCIS doesn't adjudicate in time, your cap-gap protection only applies if an H-1B petition is already pending, so timing the filing early reduces your exposure.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer wage
Python Engineer prevailing wages vary by experience level and metro area. Pull the wage level for your SOC code using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, so you know whether your offer meets the DOL threshold your employer will certify on the LCA when filing your H-1B.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Python Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, software engineering, information technology, or mathematics, and your role involves applying that training. USCIS evaluates whether the job is directly related to your degree field, not just the job title. Roles involving data pipelines, backend systems, or machine learning models typically satisfy that connection for STEM-trained engineers.
Does my employer need to be enrolled in E-Verify to hire me on STEM OPT?
Yes. E-Verify enrollment is a strict requirement for STEM OPT. Your employer must be actively enrolled and in good standing with E-Verify on your employment start date. Ask for your employer's E-Verify company ID and confirm it directly with the E-Verify program before signing an offer. Without this, USCIS will deny your extension application regardless of your eligibility.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Python Engineer?
The I-983 requires a detailed training plan that maps your Python Engineering work to your STEM degree field. You'll need to list specific learning objectives, the skills you'll develop, and measurable outcomes tied to your role. For a Python Engineer, this typically means documenting how your work on APIs, automation, data processing, or software architecture applies concepts from your computer science or engineering coursework.
How does cap-gap protection work if my H-1B is selected while I'm on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B petition before your STEM OPT EAD expires and it's selected in the lottery, cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. Your status remains valid even if your EAD physically expires. You can continue working as a Python Engineer during this window without a new EAD, as long as the H-1B petition remains pending or approved.
Where can I find Python Engineer jobs that are open to STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Python Engineer roles filtered by employers with active H-1B LCA filing history, which identifies companies already set up to support work authorization. Because STEM OPT requires E-Verify enrollment, targeting employers with demonstrated sponsorship history reduces the risk of accepting an offer from a company that can't actually support your status extension or future H-1B transition.