STEM OPT Senior Backend Developer Jobs
Senior Backend Developer roles in systems architecture, API design, and distributed computing 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 your 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to build your U.S. career in backend engineering.
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Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.
LOCATION
Onsite - Dallas, TX
JOB DESCRIPTION
- 2 to 4 years full stack software development experience building enterprise APIs and web applications including Angular, Typescript, and core Java with Spring/Spring boot.
- Bachelors in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent experience.
- Leadership experience to guide, encourage, and motivate your fellow engineers.
- Experience working in an Agile Scrum development environment.
- Experience with web services - JSON, XML, REST, SOAP, etc.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and AWS cloud deployment/application management.
- Experience with unit testing and test automation libraries/strategies.
- Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to improve engineering productivity and code quality.
- Experience building and deploying applications using continuous integration pipelines and automated deployment tools such as Jenkins.
- Experience using source control and pull requests for collaborative development in code repository tools such as GitHub.
- Strong communications and problem-solving skills.
The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $70000 to $85000.
Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.
The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
BENEFITS
Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
DISCLAIMERS
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.
Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.
Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law
Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
INTRODUCTION
Choosing Capgemini means choosing a company where you will be empowered to shape your career in the way you’d like, where you’ll be supported and inspired by a collaborative community of colleagues around the world, and where you’ll be able to reimagine what’s possible. Join us and help the world’s leading organizations unlock the value of technology and build a more sustainable, more inclusive world.
LOCATION
Onsite - Dallas, TX
JOB DESCRIPTION
- 2 to 4 years full stack software development experience building enterprise APIs and web applications including Angular, Typescript, and core Java with Spring/Spring boot.
- Bachelors in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or equivalent experience.
- Leadership experience to guide, encourage, and motivate your fellow engineers.
- Experience working in an Agile Scrum development environment.
- Experience with web services - JSON, XML, REST, SOAP, etc.
- Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and AWS cloud deployment/application management.
- Experience with unit testing and test automation libraries/strategies.
- Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT) to improve engineering productivity and code quality.
- Experience building and deploying applications using continuous integration pipelines and automated deployment tools such as Jenkins.
- Experience using source control and pull requests for collaborative development in code repository tools such as GitHub.
- Strong communications and problem-solving skills.
The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: $70000 to $85000.
Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.
The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction. These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.
It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.
In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.
BENEFITS
Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
- Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
- Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee assistance programs
- Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini’s discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.
DISCLAIMERS
Capgemini is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging inclusion in the workplace. Capgemini also participates in the Partnership Accreditation in Indigenous Relations (PAIR) program which supports meaningful engagement with Indigenous communities across Canada by promoting fairness, accessibility, inclusion and respect. We value the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Indigenous Peoples and actively work to create a welcoming and respectful environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender identity/expression, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by law.
This is a general description of the Duties, Responsibilities and Qualifications required for this position. Physical, mental, sensory or environmental demands may be referenced in an attempt to communicate the manner in which this position traditionally is performed. Whenever necessary to provide individuals with disabilities an equal employment opportunity, Capgemini will consider reasonable accommodations that might involve varying job requirements and/or changing the way this job is performed, provided that such accommodation does not pose an undue hardship. Capgemini is committed to providing reasonable accommodation during our recruitment process. If you need assistance or accommodation, please reach out to your recruiting contact.
Please be aware that Capgemini may capture your image (video or screenshot) during the interview process and that image may be used for verification, including during the hiring and onboarding process.
Click the following link for more information on your rights as an Applicant in the United States. http://www.capgemini.com/resources/equal-employment-opportunity-is-the-law
Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Backend Developer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Pull your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code from your university's registrar and cross-reference it against STEM-designated fields. Computer science, software engineering, and information systems all qualify, but some interdisciplinary programs use codes that don't appear on the STEM OPT list.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID number before signing anything. Many startups and mid-size engineering shops haven't enrolled, which disqualifies them from hiring you on STEM OPT regardless of how strong the role is.
Target backend roles with direct degree alignment
USCIS requires your job to be directly related to your STEM degree. A senior backend role focused on distributed systems or database architecture maps cleanly to a computer science degree. Roles leaning heavily into product management or UX may trigger I-983 scrutiny from your DSO.
File your I-983 training plan before your OPT end date
Your employer and DSO must co-sign the I-983 before your initial OPT expires. Senior backend positions typically require documenting specific learning goals around system design, scalability, or API infrastructure. Vague plans get sent back, so draft concrete, measurable objectives tied to your actual job duties.
Search for backend roles through Migrate Mate
Filter for Senior Backend Developer positions on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers already verified to hire STEM OPT students. You can identify which companies have active E-Verify enrollment without having to ask recruiters cold, which saves time early in your job search.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level III or Level IV wage for your SOC code and work location. Your STEM OPT training plan salary must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage, and senior backend roles in major tech markets often carry higher wage floors than candidates expect.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does my degree qualify me for STEM OPT as a Senior Backend Developer?
Your degree qualifies if its CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program list published by the Department of Homeland Security. Degrees in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, and information systems typically qualify. The job itself must also be directly related to your degree field, which USCIS and your DSO evaluate when approving your I-983 training plan.
What E-Verify requirements apply to my employer for STEM OPT?
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify at the specific worksite where you'll be working, not just at the company's headquarters. This is a federal requirement for all STEM OPT extensions, enforced by USCIS. Employers who hire you through a staffing agency or third-party placement must also meet E-Verify requirements at the end client's location.
What goes into an I-983 training plan for a Senior Backend Developer?
Your I-983 must document specific, measurable learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. For a Senior Backend Developer, that typically means goals around distributed systems design, API development methodologies, database optimization, or cloud infrastructure. Generic descriptions like 'gain work experience' are rejected. Your employer's engineering manager and your DSO both sign off before submission.
How does cap-gap protection apply if my H-1B petition is filed during STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. You can continue working as a Senior Backend Developer during this period without a gap in status. USCIS provides guidance on cap-gap eligibility requirements and documentation on its website.
Where can I find Senior Backend Developer jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate filters Senior Backend Developer listings by employers who meet STEM OPT requirements, including E-Verify enrollment. Searching by role and location on Migrate Mate helps you avoid wasting time on companies that haven't enrolled in E-Verify or haven't hired STEM OPT students before, so you can focus your applications on employers already set up to hire you.