STEM OPT Senior Devops Engineer Jobs

Senior DevOps Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM-designated CIP codes covering computer science and information technology, making them strong fits for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Employers must be enrolled in E-Verify to hire you, and you'll need an I-983 training plan in place before your extension begins.

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Overview

Open Jobs563+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type65% On-site
Median Salary$173K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsDeloitte

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Software Engineer Seniors – DevOps Engineer
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Software Engineer Seniors – DevOps Engineer
FIS
Jacksonville, Florida
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Vectra AI
Senior DevOps Engineer
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Senior DevOps Engineer
Vectra AI
Austin, Texas
Cloud & DevOps
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Automation QA
Technical Program Management
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Techfinite Systems
Sr.DevOps Engineer
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Techfinite Systems
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Sr.DevOps Engineer
Techfinite Systems
Remote
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Automation QA
Remote (US)
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Senior DevOps, Kafka Engineer
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Senior DevOps, Kafka Engineer
Hilton
Addison, Texas
Cloud & DevOps
Software Engineering
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Hybrid
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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OneTrust
Senior Dev Ops Engineer
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Senior Dev Ops Engineer
OneTrust
Atlanta, Georgia
Cloud & DevOps
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
Automation QA
Technical Program Management
$116,475/yr - $174,712/yr
Hybrid
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Devops Engineer

Verify your CIP code before applying

Cross-reference your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against DHS's STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, information systems, and software engineering degrees typically qualify, but applied technology or IT management degrees sometimes don't, so confirm before you file.

Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Search the E-Verify employer database to confirm enrollment before signing anything. DevOps teams at smaller startups and consulting firms frequently aren't enrolled, and restarting your job search after an offer falls through eats into your OPT window.

Structure your I-983 around DevOps deliverables

Your training plan must tie each learning objective to a concrete engineering outcome, such as deploying CI/CD pipelines or managing infrastructure-as-code. Generic descriptions like 'gaining industry experience' invite DSO rejection and delay your extension start date.

Target employers with active H-1B filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter Senior DevOps Engineer roles by employers who have filed H-1B Labor Condition Applications, which signals they already understand work-authorization requirements and are unlikely to back out when your OPT extension paperwork arrives.

File your STEM OPT extension 90 days early

USCIS allows you to apply up to 90 days before your current EAD expires. Submitting early locks in a receipt notice that extends your work authorization automatically while adjudication is pending, so you don't face a gap between jobs.

Negotiate a start date that clears your extension timeline

If your EAD renewal is pending, confirm with the hiring manager that the proposed start date falls after your new card's expected arrival. DevOps onboarding often requires system access provisioning, and an authorization gap can trigger rescission even at companies familiar with OPT.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Senior DevOps Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?

Yes, in most cases. DevOps engineering roles are typically supported by degrees in computer science, information systems, electrical engineering, or related STEM fields that appear on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. The key requirement is that your specific degree's CIP code must be on that list. Confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying for the extension, since a non-designated code disqualifies you regardless of the job title.

Is E-Verify enrollment mandatory for my Senior DevOps Engineer employer?

Yes, without exception. Any employer hiring you on a STEM OPT extension must be enrolled in E-Verify before your extension start date. You can search the E-Verify employer database directly to confirm enrollment. If your employer isn't enrolled, they must complete enrollment and sign your I-983 before USCIS will approve your 24-month extension, so raise this early in the offer process.

What should my I-983 training plan include for a DevOps role?

Your I-983 must describe specific, measurable learning objectives tied to your DevOps responsibilities, such as managing containerized infrastructure, implementing automated testing pipelines, or configuring cloud-based monitoring systems. It must also list your compensation, work location, and supervisor details. Both you and your employer sign it, and your DSO must approve it before your extension begins. Vague or generic descriptions are common reasons DSOs send the form back for revision.

How does cap-gap protection apply if I'm a DevOps engineer selected in the H-1B lottery?

If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before April 1 and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap automatically extends your OPT work authorization through September 30 of that year, even if your EAD expires earlier. You can continue working as a Senior DevOps Engineer in full-time status during this period. Your DSO issues an updated I-20 reflecting the cap-gap period, which you carry alongside your expired EAD as proof of authorization.

Where can I find Senior DevOps Engineer jobs with employers already set up for STEM OPT?

Migrate Mate filters Senior DevOps Engineer listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, which indicates they're already familiar with work-authorization processes. Because STEM OPT and H-1B sponsorship often go hand in hand, focusing on employers who have filed LCAs previously reduces the risk of encountering companies that later decline to complete E-Verify enrollment or sign your I-983.

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