STEM OPT Release Engineer Jobs
Release Engineer roles in CI/CD pipeline management, build automation, and infrastructure tooling qualify for STEM OPT when your degree is in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and the 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months of total work authorization to grow in the role.
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Selene Holdings is a multiple-lines business financial services firm with a mortgage servicing company, a loan diligence company, a title company, an insurance brokerage, and a real estate owned company. We have office locations in Dallas, TX, Jacksonville, FL, and Salt Lake City, UT. Founded in 2007 to address needs in the mortgage industry, Selene strives to provide amazing client and borrower experiences. A positive attitude coupled with proven creative thinking and actions are all attributes we seek in every one of our employees. If you want to make a difference, then Selene is the place for you!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Software Release Coordinator plans and manages software releases, obtains required approvals, and oversees UAT testing activities. This role partners with development, QA, operations, executive stakeholders, and the Change Control Board to support timely, high-quality releases. The coordinator maintains release documentation, manages UAT-related release risks, and communicates issues to support smooth execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate Releases: Plan, schedule, and oversee software releases, including QA/UAT handoffs and release phases.
- Obtain Approvals: Obtain executive and Change Control Board approval for software releases.
- Collaborate with Teams: Coordinate with development teams, departments, and Technical Product Managers to align dates, handoffs, and UAT sign-off.
- Maintain Documentation: Keep detailed records of release processes and related release activities.
- Ensure Quality: Confirm software releases meet required quality standards.
- Manage Risk: Identify, communicate, and help mitigate release risks.
- Communicate Status: Facilitate clear communication across teams and stakeholders.
- Improve Processes: Support release process improvements that enhance execution, efficiency, and quality.
- Support Releases: Provide release support and help troubleshoot issues.
- Support Governance: Track phase-gate completion, update ADO DevOps data, notify leadership of risks, and support sprint planning activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: A relevant degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Experience with release management tools and a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Skills: Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Familiarity with release management, configuration management, and continuous integration/delivery processes.
WHY SELENE?
Benefits
Selene Finance LP is committed to the total wellbeing of its employees and therefore offers one of the best benefits packages available in the industry today, which includes:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Holidays
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Matching 401(k) Plan
The job requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description is not an inclusive list of all duties and responsibilities of this position. Incumbents will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Selene reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.
Privacy Policy - Selene (seleneadvantage.com)
INTRODUCTION
Selene Holdings is a multiple-lines business financial services firm with a mortgage servicing company, a loan diligence company, a title company, an insurance brokerage, and a real estate owned company. We have office locations in Dallas, TX, Jacksonville, FL, and Salt Lake City, UT. Founded in 2007 to address needs in the mortgage industry, Selene strives to provide amazing client and borrower experiences. A positive attitude coupled with proven creative thinking and actions are all attributes we seek in every one of our employees. If you want to make a difference, then Selene is the place for you!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Software Release Coordinator plans and manages software releases, obtains required approvals, and oversees UAT testing activities. This role partners with development, QA, operations, executive stakeholders, and the Change Control Board to support timely, high-quality releases. The coordinator maintains release documentation, manages UAT-related release risks, and communicates issues to support smooth execution.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate Releases: Plan, schedule, and oversee software releases, including QA/UAT handoffs and release phases.
- Obtain Approvals: Obtain executive and Change Control Board approval for software releases.
- Collaborate with Teams: Coordinate with development teams, departments, and Technical Product Managers to align dates, handoffs, and UAT sign-off.
- Maintain Documentation: Keep detailed records of release processes and related release activities.
- Ensure Quality: Confirm software releases meet required quality standards.
- Manage Risk: Identify, communicate, and help mitigate release risks.
- Communicate Status: Facilitate clear communication across teams and stakeholders.
- Improve Processes: Support release process improvements that enhance execution, efficiency, and quality.
- Support Releases: Provide release support and help troubleshoot issues.
- Support Governance: Track phase-gate completion, update ADO DevOps data, notify leadership of risks, and support sprint planning activities.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: A relevant degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
- Experience: Experience with release management tools and a solid understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
- Skills: Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Familiarity with release management, configuration management, and continuous integration/delivery processes.
WHY SELENE?
Benefits
Selene Finance LP is committed to the total wellbeing of its employees and therefore offers one of the best benefits packages available in the industry today, which includes:
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account
- Paid Holidays
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Matching 401(k) Plan
The job requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. This job description is not an inclusive list of all duties and responsibilities of this position. Incumbents will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. Selene reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet business and organizational needs.
Privacy Policy - Selene (seleneadvantage.com)
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Release Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to a DHS-designated STEM field. A degree in information systems or computer engineering typically qualifies, but a general business technology degree may not. Confirm with your DSO before submitting the I-983.
Search for E-Verify enrollment before interviewing
Ask your recruiter whether the employer has an active E-Verify company ID before you reach the offer stage. Employers not enrolled in E-Verify cannot legally employ STEM OPT students, so confirming this early saves you from chasing roles that can't be authorized.
Tailor your resume to DevOps toolchains employers post
Release Engineer job postings routinely list Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Terraform, and Kubernetes. Match your resume language to the exact tools in each posting so applicant tracking systems surface you for roles where the employer's build environment aligns with your documented OPT training plan.
Use Migrate Mate to target companies with STEM OPT hiring history
Filter by employers who have previously hired STEM OPT students in software and systems roles. Migrate Mate surfaces this data so you spend time on companies already familiar with the E-Verify requirement and the I-983 process, not educating employers from scratch.
Draft your I-983 training plan around release engineering tasks
USCIS requires the I-983 to document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. List concrete deliverables: automating deployment pipelines, reducing release cycle time, or implementing infrastructure-as-code. Vague descriptions risk a DSO rejection before your extension is even filed.
Time your STEM OPT application to protect cap-gap eligibility
If you plan to transition to H-1B visa, file your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. A timely filing maintains your work authorization during the cap-gap period, letting you continue in your Release Engineer role without an employment gap.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Release Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a DHS-designated STEM field such as computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, or information technology. The role itself must involve applying STEM knowledge directly, which Release Engineering does through build automation, CI/CD pipeline development, and systems reliability work. Confirm your degree's CIP code with your DSO before filing the I-983 with USCIS.
Is my employer required to be on E-Verify for STEM OPT?
Yes, E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for any employer hiring a STEM OPT student. Without an active E-Verify company ID, the employer cannot sign your I-983 training plan, and USCIS will not approve your extension. Ask the recruiter or HR team for their E-Verify company ID number before you reach the offer stage to avoid wasted time on ineligible companies.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Release Engineer position?
The I-983 must document specific learning objectives that connect your STEM degree to your Release Engineer duties. Include measurable goals such as automating deployment pipelines, implementing infrastructure-as-code practices, reducing build failure rates, or integrating security scanning into CI/CD workflows. Vague descriptions like 'gaining work experience' are insufficient. Your employer's supervisor must co-sign the plan, and your DSO reviews it before submission.
How does cap-gap protection work if I'm in a Release Engineer role?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Release Engineer during this period without a new EAD. Filing your STEM OPT extension at least 90 days before your initial OPT expires is essential to maintain continuous authorization.
Where can I find Release Engineer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Release Engineer openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and STEM OPT hiring experience. This matters because Release Engineer roles at smaller startups often lack HR teams familiar with the I-983 process, and targeting employers who already understand STEM OPT significantly reduces the time from offer to authorization. Search Migrate Mate to find roles where the employer infrastructure matches your work authorization timeline.