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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Vectra® is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises. The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence, it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize, investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
DevOps Engineers are essential when it comes to keeping both our customers and engineering team running. As part of the Cloud Platform and DevOps group you will work on products critical to our operations and software that proactively detects issues with systems in the data centre, in the cloud, or at customer sites.
At a Glance
The Senior DevOps Engineer here at Vectra AI designs and implements pipelines and tools to ensure continuous integration, delivery, and deployment for our products and ensure reliability and availability on production infrastructure. Automation is at the forefront of anything we do!
- Define and implement tools that enable other teams to follow DevOps and SRE standard processes
- Own and maintain critical production infrastructure focusing on availability, reliability and security
- Own and deliver a suite of platform services consumed by internal partners across teams and functions
- Ensure production deployments are fast, reliable, and safe
- Work with geo-distributed development teams to improve quality and time-to deploy
- Operational support of multiple regions including a FedRAMP environment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)
Hands-on DevOps experience
Hands-on operational experience on production environments
Belief in DevOps and Agile principles
Strong container/serverless experience (Kubernetes, Helm)
Passionate for automation!
Comfort in dealing with Cloud deployments, networking, and security standard processes
CI/CD pipeline experience (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.)
Hands-on experience on Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Linux system proficiency
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
FedRAMP and GovCloud experience
Proficient knowledge of Python language
Experience on Hashicorp ecosystem - Terraform, Packer
Experience in managing production level databases (RDS, DynamoDB, MariaDB)
Experience with Security activities (vulnerability scan, monitoring and management)
Strong experience with telemetry tools/pipelines (metrics, logs, and traces)
Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the financial, physical, mental and overall health of our employees and their families. Compensation includes competitive base pay, incentive plan eligibility, and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options). Specific benefits offered varies by location, but commonly include health care insurance, income protection / life insurance, access to retirement savings plans, behavioral & emotional wellness services, generous time away from work, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.
Vectra is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
INTRODUCTION
Vectra® is the leader in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises. The Vectra AI Platform delivers integrated signal across public cloud, SaaS, identity, and data center networks in a single platform. Powered by patented Attack Signal Intelligence, it empowers security teams to rapidly prioritize, investigate and respond to the most advanced cyber-attacks. With 35 patents in AI-driven threat detection and the most vendor references in MITRE D3FEND, organizations worldwide rely on the Vectra AI to move at the speed and scale of hybrid attackers.
ABOUT THE ROLE
DevOps Engineers are essential when it comes to keeping both our customers and engineering team running. As part of the Cloud Platform and DevOps group you will work on products critical to our operations and software that proactively detects issues with systems in the data centre, in the cloud, or at customer sites.
At a Glance
The Senior DevOps Engineer here at Vectra AI designs and implements pipelines and tools to ensure continuous integration, delivery, and deployment for our products and ensure reliability and availability on production infrastructure. Automation is at the forefront of anything we do!
- Define and implement tools that enable other teams to follow DevOps and SRE standard processes
- Own and maintain critical production infrastructure focusing on availability, reliability and security
- Own and deliver a suite of platform services consumed by internal partners across teams and functions
- Ensure production deployments are fast, reliable, and safe
- Work with geo-distributed development teams to improve quality and time-to deploy
- Operational support of multiple regions including a FedRAMP environment
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (Computer Science, Engineering, etc.)
Hands-on DevOps experience
Hands-on operational experience on production environments
Belief in DevOps and Agile principles
Strong container/serverless experience (Kubernetes, Helm)
Passionate for automation!
Comfort in dealing with Cloud deployments, networking, and security standard processes
CI/CD pipeline experience (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, etc.)
Hands-on experience on Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Linux system proficiency
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
FedRAMP and GovCloud experience
Proficient knowledge of Python language
Experience on Hashicorp ecosystem - Terraform, Packer
Experience in managing production level databases (RDS, DynamoDB, MariaDB)
Experience with Security activities (vulnerability scan, monitoring and management)
Strong experience with telemetry tools/pipelines (metrics, logs, and traces)
Vectra provides a comprehensive total rewards package that supports the financial, physical, mental and overall health of our employees and their families. Compensation includes competitive base pay, incentive plan eligibility, and participation in the employee equity plan (stock options). Specific benefits offered varies by location, but commonly include health care insurance, income protection / life insurance, access to retirement savings plans, behavioral & emotional wellness services, generous time away from work, and a comprehensive employee recognition program.
Vectra is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips 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 visa 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.
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.