STEM OPT Senior Developer Advocate Jobs
Senior Developer Advocate roles sit squarely within STEM-designated fields, making them a strong fit for F-1 graduates using the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and sign your I-983 training plan. A STEM degree in computer science, engineering, or a related CIP-coded field is required to qualify.
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- Implementation and support of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) on Siemens Opcenter MOM platform
- Hands-on development experience in Opcenter MOM platform – Discrete Module
- Experience in Siemens MOM platform including - Opcenter EX FN, APS, MOM Connect, IPL, Mendix
- Domain experience in Aero Industry (Preferred) / Discrete / Mfg. Industry
- Good understanding of Opcenter Execution Discrete modules and its functionality
- Knowledge of Closed Loop Manufacturing (PLM and ERP)
- Good understanding of Discrete business process for complex assembly manufacturing
- Knowledge of APIs, middleware, messaging queues and enterprise integration patterns
- Knowledge of Opcenter customization & extensions
- Knowledge of OPC-UA, PLC/SCADA interfacing
- Analytical skills, problem solving and attention to detail
- Good Knowledge of Agile framework
Roles & Responsibilities
- Work with customer stakeholders on solution design based on Siemens Opcenter MOM platform
- Techno-Functional Analysis and impact assessment of change and new requirements, provide efficient and optimum solution to complex business problems
- Ability to provide product and technical guidance on Opcenter applications to team members
- Development in Opcenter Discrete modules
- Translate the solution requirement and work with development team to build
- Incident Management, Problem Management, Service Request, Change Management
- Managing periodic governance and reporting
- Team Management, Customer management, knowledge management
- Coordination with manufacturing site, contextualize shop floor operations, understand & support customer’s manufacturing & business processes
- SLA and KPI management, ensuring uptime and application availability
- Identify and implement continuous process improvement opportunities
- Coordination & contribute with MES COE, Interfacing application teams, and Digital Manufacturing initiatives
- Closely coordinate and work with product team to ensure seamless operations, upgrades, implementations etc.
Generic Managerial Skills, If any
- Good Communication skill, with good understanding of domain should be able to analyze requirement and explain solution to client, Good Communication and articulation skill, good team player, people management, project management, customer management
Base Salary Range: $160,000 to $180,000 Per Annum
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
- Discretionary Annual Incentive
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans
- Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves
- Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
- Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement
- Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays
- Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Senior Engineer
Job Id
417496
Desired Skills
MES
Salary Range
$160,000-$180,000 a year
Desired Candidate Profile
Qualifications: BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Implementation and support of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) on Siemens Opcenter MOM platform
- Hands-on development experience in Opcenter MOM platform – Discrete Module
- Experience in Siemens MOM platform including - Opcenter EX FN, APS, MOM Connect, IPL, Mendix
- Domain experience in Aero Industry (Preferred) / Discrete / Mfg. Industry
- Good understanding of Opcenter Execution Discrete modules and its functionality
- Knowledge of Closed Loop Manufacturing (PLM and ERP)
- Good understanding of Discrete business process for complex assembly manufacturing
- Knowledge of APIs, middleware, messaging queues and enterprise integration patterns
- Knowledge of Opcenter customization & extensions
- Knowledge of OPC-UA, PLC/SCADA interfacing
- Analytical skills, problem solving and attention to detail
- Good Knowledge of Agile framework
Roles & Responsibilities
- Work with customer stakeholders on solution design based on Siemens Opcenter MOM platform
- Techno-Functional Analysis and impact assessment of change and new requirements, provide efficient and optimum solution to complex business problems
- Ability to provide product and technical guidance on Opcenter applications to team members
- Development in Opcenter Discrete modules
- Translate the solution requirement and work with development team to build
- Incident Management, Problem Management, Service Request, Change Management
- Managing periodic governance and reporting
- Team Management, Customer management, knowledge management
- Coordination with manufacturing site, contextualize shop floor operations, understand & support customer’s manufacturing & business processes
- SLA and KPI management, ensuring uptime and application availability
- Identify and implement continuous process improvement opportunities
- Coordination & contribute with MES COE, Interfacing application teams, and Digital Manufacturing initiatives
- Closely coordinate and work with product team to ensure seamless operations, upgrades, implementations etc.
Generic Managerial Skills, If any
- Good Communication skill, with good understanding of domain should be able to analyze requirement and explain solution to client, Good Communication and articulation skill, good team player, people management, project management, customer management
Base Salary Range: $160,000 to $180,000 Per Annum
TCS Employee Benefits Summary:
- Discretionary Annual Incentive
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Medical & Health, Dental & Vision, Disability Planning & Insurance, Pet Insurance Plans
- Family Support: Maternal & Parental Leaves
- Insurance Options: Auto & Home Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
- Convenience & Professional Growth: Commuter Benefits & Certification & Training Reimbursement
- Time Off: Vacation, Time Off, Sick Leave & Holidays
- Legal & Financial Assistance: Legal Assistance, 401K Plan, Performance Bonus, College Fund, Student Loan Refinancing
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Senior Engineer
Job Id
417496
Desired Skills
MES
Salary Range
$160,000-$180,000 a year
Desired Candidate Profile
Qualifications: BACHELOR OF COMPUTER SCIENCE
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Verify your CIP code matches Developer Advocate roles
Check your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against STEM-designated program lists published by USCIS. Developer Advocate positions typically align with computer science or software engineering CIP codes, so a mismatch can disqualify your extension before it starts.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Every STEM OPT employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify, not just registered. Search the E-Verify employer search tool directly to confirm enrollment status before you sign anything. An unenrolled employer cannot legally employ you under the STEM extension.
Research prevailing wage benchmarks for your target market
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wages for Developer Advocate roles by location before negotiating offers. Your I-983 training plan must reflect a salary consistent with similarly situated U.S. workers, and underpayment is a common compliance flag.
Build your portfolio around measurable developer outcomes
Hiring teams for Senior Developer Advocate roles want evidence of technical depth plus community impact. Document API integrations you shipped, talks you gave, and developer adoption metrics you influenced. This signals the seniority level that justifies a STEM OPT training plan to both employers and your DSO.
Use Migrate Mate to target E-Verify enrolled employers
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate to surface Developer Advocate openings at employers already enrolled in E-Verify and with STEM OPT hiring history. That pre-screening cuts the risk of reaching offer stage with a company that can't legally onboard you.
File your I-983 training plan before your OPT end date
Your employer must co-sign the I-983 before your initial 12-month OPT expires, not after your extension is approved. Coordinate with your DSO and hiring manager at least six weeks out so SEVIS is updated and your authorization gap is zero.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Developer Advocate role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if the role is tied to a STEM-designated degree and the job duties are directly related to that field. Senior Developer Advocate positions in software or engineering companies generally qualify because they require applying technical knowledge from a STEM discipline. Your DSO confirms eligibility based on your specific degree CIP code and the job description included in your I-983 training plan.
What STEM degrees make you eligible for a Developer Advocate position on STEM OPT?
Degrees in computer science, software engineering, electrical engineering, information technology, and closely related fields carry CIP codes that appear on the USCIS STEM-designated degree program list. A general business or communications degree does not qualify, even if your job title is technical. Check the O*NET occupation profile for Developer Advocate roles to see which educational backgrounds are standard for the position.
How does cap-gap protection apply if your H-1B is selected while on STEM OPT?
If your employer files an H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT 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 in your Senior Developer Advocate role without interruption. USCIS recognizes cap-gap status without requiring a new EAD, though your employer's E-Verify case must be updated to reflect the extended authorization period.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Senior Developer Advocate?
The I-983 must describe the specific technical skills you'll develop, how those skills connect to your STEM degree, and the supervision structure your employer will provide. For a Senior Developer Advocate, that means detailing work like building SDKs, running developer programs, or contributing to open-source integrations. Both you and an authorized company representative sign it, and your DSO must update SEVIS to reflect the approved plan.
Where can you find Senior Developer Advocate jobs at E-Verify enrolled employers?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers already enrolled in E-Verify and with documented STEM OPT hiring activity, which removes the guesswork of vetting each company individually. Targeting employers this way lets you focus your applications on roles where the compliance infrastructure is already in place, shortening the time between offer and your I-983 being signed.