STEM OPT Salesforce Engineer Jobs
Salesforce Engineer roles fall under STEM-designated CIP codes in computer science and information technology, making them eligible for the 24-month STEM OPT extension beyond your initial 12 months. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign an I-983 training plan before your DSO can authorize the extension.
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The Sr. Software Engineer is responsible for independently developing and consistently redesigning/refactoring a product to adapt to our customers and Associates' needs. As a Sr. Software Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team with engineers of all experience levels who help each other build and grow technical and leadership skills while creating, deploying, and supporting production applications. In addition, Sr. Software Engineers may be involved in product and tool selection, configuration, security, resilience, performance tuning and production monitoring as well as mentoring less experienced engineers.
Key Responsibilities:
- 50% Delivery and Execution - Develops, tests, deploys, and maintains software, with a clear understanding of the value the software is to provide; Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm; Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances; Develops test suites (functional, destructive, etc.) to enable success, rapid deployment of code to production; Takes a broad view when approaching issues; using a global lens
- 20% Learns and Grows - Learns through successful and failed experiment when tackling new problems; Actively seeks ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
- 20% Plans and Aligns - Collaborates with other team members in agile processes; Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful; Works the Product Team to ensure user stories are valuable, developer ready, easy to understand and testable; Delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences; Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations; Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people
- 10% Supports and Enables - Helps grow junior engineers by providing guidance on modern software development frameworks, and leading technical discussions
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- This position typically reports to Software Engineer Manager or Sr. Manager
- This position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:
- No travel required.
Physical Requirements:
- Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
Working Conditions:
- Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be eighteen years of age or older.
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2-4 years of relevant work experience
- Experience with front end technology such as HTML, CSS, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Javascript/Typescript frameworks, an object-oriented programming language (preferably Salesforce Apex), Relational or noSQL database technology, Salesforce Object Model, SOQL, SOSL, cloud computing techniques, CI/CD tools, modern software design patterns
- Experience with Salesforce Service Cloud and Marketing Cloud Account Engagement (Pardot)
- Experience with Ad Tech automation of ad sales and campaign activation processes using Salesforce Sales Cloud
- Experience with security frameworks for user and services authorization and authentication, including Salesforce security model (profiles, permission sets, sharing rules)
- Experience with creating and executing unit, functional, destructive and performance tests
- Experience with modern debugging and root cause analysis techniques
- Experience with version control system (Git-based)
Minimum Education:
- The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Preferred Education:
- No additional education
Minimum Years of Work Experience:
- 3
Preferred Years of Work Experience:
- No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience:
- None
Preferred Leadership Experience:
- None
Certifications:
- None
Competencies:
- Global Perspective
- Manages Ambiguity
- Nimble Learning
- Self-Development
- Collaborates
- Cultivates Innovation
- Situational Adaptability
- Communicates Effectively
- Drives Results
- Interpersonal Savvy
Apply End Date: 06/12/2026
Position Purpose:
The Sr. Software Engineer is responsible for independently developing and consistently redesigning/refactoring a product to adapt to our customers and Associates' needs. As a Sr. Software Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic team with engineers of all experience levels who help each other build and grow technical and leadership skills while creating, deploying, and supporting production applications. In addition, Sr. Software Engineers may be involved in product and tool selection, configuration, security, resilience, performance tuning and production monitoring as well as mentoring less experienced engineers.
Key Responsibilities:
- 50% Delivery and Execution - Develops, tests, deploys, and maintains software, with a clear understanding of the value the software is to provide; Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy and enthusiasm; Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances; Develops test suites (functional, destructive, etc.) to enable success, rapid deployment of code to production; Takes a broad view when approaching issues; using a global lens
- 20% Learns and Grows - Learns through successful and failed experiment when tackling new problems; Actively seeks ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels
- 20% Plans and Aligns - Collaborates with other team members in agile processes; Creates new and better ways for the organization to be successful; Works the Product Team to ensure user stories are valuable, developer ready, easy to understand and testable; Delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences; Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations; Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people
- 10% Supports and Enables - Helps grow junior engineers by providing guidance on modern software development frameworks, and leading technical discussions
Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
- This position typically reports to Software Engineer Manager or Sr. Manager
- This position has 0 Direct Reports
Travel Requirements:
- No travel required.
Physical Requirements:
- Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.
Working Conditions:
- Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be eighteen years of age or older.
- Must be legally permitted to work in the United States.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2-4 years of relevant work experience
- Experience with front end technology such as HTML, CSS, Lightning Web Components (LWC), and Javascript/Typescript frameworks, an object-oriented programming language (preferably Salesforce Apex), Relational or noSQL database technology, Salesforce Object Model, SOQL, SOSL, cloud computing techniques, CI/CD tools, modern software design patterns
- Experience with Salesforce Service Cloud and Marketing Cloud Account Engagement (Pardot)
- Experience with Ad Tech automation of ad sales and campaign activation processes using Salesforce Sales Cloud
- Experience with security frameworks for user and services authorization and authentication, including Salesforce security model (profiles, permission sets, sharing rules)
- Experience with creating and executing unit, functional, destructive and performance tests
- Experience with modern debugging and root cause analysis techniques
- Experience with version control system (Git-based)
Minimum Education:
- The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.
Preferred Education:
- No additional education
Minimum Years of Work Experience:
- 3
Preferred Years of Work Experience:
- No additional years of experience
Minimum Leadership Experience:
- None
Preferred Leadership Experience:
- None
Certifications:
- None
Competencies:
- Global Perspective
- Manages Ambiguity
- Nimble Learning
- Self-Development
- Collaborates
- Cultivates Innovation
- Situational Adaptability
- Communicates Effectively
- Drives Results
- Interpersonal Savvy
Apply End Date: 06/12/2026
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Salesforce Engineer
Verify your degree CIP code first
Check that your STEM degree carries a CIP code recognized by ICE for STEM OPT eligibility before applying to roles. Computer science, information systems, and software engineering codes all qualify for the 24-month extension covering Salesforce Engineer positions.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask recruiters directly whether the employer is enrolled in E-Verify before your final interview round. STEM OPT requires active E-Verify enrollment, so an offer from a non-enrolled employer means you can't authorize the extension, regardless of how strong the role is.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Salesforce Engineer roles
Search Migrate Mate to find Salesforce Engineer openings at employers who already hire STEM OPT workers. The platform surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data so you can see which companies have a proven track record with this authorization status.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan scope
Before signing an offer, confirm the employer will document Salesforce-specific learning goals in the I-983, including platform certifications, system architecture exposure, and integration projects. A vague training plan creates compliance risk and may delay your DSO approval.
Target employers with Salesforce partner status
Salesforce consulting partners and ISV partners typically run dedicated technical tracks for early-career engineers, which gives you the structured, documented work experience your I-983 needs. Their recruiting pipelines are also accustomed to processing STEM OPT authorization paperwork.
Check prevailing wage before your 60-day job search window
Pull the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area and Salesforce Engineer SOC code before your OPT end date. Knowing the Level I and Level II wage floors lets you assess offers accurately and flag employers whose compensation may not meet DOL requirements.
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Find Salesforce Engineer JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Salesforce Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your employer classifies the position under a qualifying SOC code such as Software Developers or Computer Systems Analysts, and your underlying degree carries a STEM-designated CIP code. Your DSO confirms eligibility when processing your STEM OPT extension application, so verify both the job SOC code and your degree CIP code before submitting to USCIS.
What must an employer do before I can start on STEM OPT as a Salesforce Engineer?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, and an authorized company official must co-sign your I-983 training plan before your DSO submits the STEM OPT extension request. The I-983 must outline specific Salesforce-related learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the role connects to your STEM degree field. USCIS can audit this documentation at any point during your authorization period.
How does the cap-gap rule affect me if I'm a Salesforce Engineer on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT expires, the cap-gap provision automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year while USCIS adjudicates the petition. You can continue working as a Salesforce Engineer under cap-gap without interruption, but your employer's H-1B filing must be timely and your STEM OPT must be valid at the time of filing.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Salesforce Engineer position?
Your I-983 must describe how the Salesforce Engineer role applies your STEM degree, list concrete learning goals such as Salesforce platform architecture, Apex development, or integration engineering, identify a named supervisor, and outline how the employer will evaluate your progress. Generic job descriptions copied into the form are a common audit trigger, so the training plan should reflect the actual technical scope of your specific role.
Where can I find Salesforce Engineer jobs at employers who hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters Salesforce Engineer roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications with the DOL, which signals familiarity with work authorization processes including STEM OPT. Searching Migrate Mate lets you focus your applications on companies already set up for E-Verify enrollment and structured onboarding, rather than spending interview cycles on employers who haven't hired on STEM OPT before.
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