STEM OPT Senior Fullstack Developer Jobs

Senior Fullstack Developer roles are among the strongest fits for STEM OPT students with computer science, software engineering, or related STEM degrees. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension is available as long as your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your role directly applies your STEM degree field.

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Overview

Open Jobs63+
Top Visa TypeF-1 OPT
Work Type87% Hybrid
Median Salary$150K
Top LocationGeorgia
Most JobsDeloitte

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Citi
Senior Fullstack Developer
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Senior Fullstack Developer
Citi
Rutherford, New Jersey
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$95,770/yr - $133,630/yr
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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BDO
Senior Full Stack Developer
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Senior Full Stack Developer
BDO
Oak Brook, Illinois
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
Technical Program Management
$75,000/yr - $150,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Deloitte
Senior Consultant - GenAI Full Stack Developer
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Senior Consultant - GenAI Full Stack Developer
Deloitte
Davenport, Iowa
Software Engineering
Data Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Technical Program Management
$124,658/yr - $179,431/yr
Hybrid
4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Gallup
Senior Full Stack .Net/C# Developer
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Senior Full Stack .Net/C# Developer
Gallup
Omaha, Nebraska
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
2+ yrs exp.
Master's
1,001-5,000

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EPAM Systems
Senior Java Developer
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Senior Java Developer
EPAM Systems
Georgia
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Remote (US)
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Fullstack Developer

Confirm your degree qualifies under CIP codes

STEM OPT eligibility depends on your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code, not just your major name. Check your I-20 to confirm your program carries a CIP code listed on USCIS's designated STEM fields list before you apply.

Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Your STEM OPT extension is only valid with an E-Verify enrolled employer. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name to confirm enrollment status before you sign an offer letter for any Senior Fullstack Developer role.

Frame your full-stack scope in your training plan

The I-983 training plan must map your daily work to your STEM degree's learning objectives. Senior Fullstack Developer roles span backend APIs, frontend frameworks, and system architecture, so document how each layer of your stack ties directly to your degree field.

Target employers with active LCA filings for fullstack roles

DOL Labor Condition Application data shows which companies have sponsored fullstack and software engineering roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by LCA filing history so you're applying to companies that already have E-Verify enrollment and a track record of hiring international developers.

Apply at least 90 days before your OPT end date

Your DSO needs time to update your SEVIS record and issue a new I-20 before USCIS processes your extension. Starting your job search and offer negotiation at least 90 days out protects your authorization window if the employer's E-Verify check or your DSO's review takes longer than expected.

Understand cap-gap protection if H-1B is filed

If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf and your OPT expires before October 1, cap-gap rules automatically extend your work authorization. Confirm with USCIS guidance that your employer files before the April 1 deadline to preserve continuous authorization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Senior Fullstack Developer role qualify for STEM OPT?

Yes, Senior Fullstack Developer roles typically qualify because the position requires applying knowledge from a STEM degree, most commonly computer science, software engineering, or information systems. Your I-20 must list a CIP code that appears on the USCIS designated STEM fields list, and your I-983 training plan must connect your specific development responsibilities to your degree's learning objectives.

How do I know if a company can hire me on STEM OPT?

The employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, which you can confirm through the E-Verify employer search before accepting any offer. Beyond enrollment, the company must be willing to sign your I-983 training plan and report your training progress to your DSO every six months. Use Migrate Mate to search Senior Fullstack Developer roles at employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history.

What goes into the I-983 training plan for a fullstack role?

Your I-983 must describe how your day-to-day work as a Senior Fullstack Developer relates to your STEM degree. For a fullstack role this means documenting learning goals tied to backend development, frontend engineering, database design, or system architecture, depending on your stack. Both you and your employer supervisor sign the form, and your DSO must receive updates every six months confirming you're meeting those goals.

What happens to my work authorization if my OPT expires before my H-1B starts?

If your employer files an H-1B cap-subject petition before April 1 and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap rules extend your OPT work authorization automatically through September 30, or until your H-1B becomes effective on October 1. You can continue working in your Senior Fullstack Developer role during that gap without any interruption, provided your employer maintains E-Verify enrollment.

Can I work as a contractor or on a project basis on STEM OPT?

STEM OPT prohibits self-employment and independent contracting arrangements where you set your own hours and tasks. A Senior Fullstack Developer role structured as a staffing agency placement is permissible only if the employer of record, meaning the company signing your I-983, is enrolled in E-Verify and exercises day-to-day supervision over your work. Confirm the supervision structure with your DSO before accepting any contract-to-hire or third-party placement offer.

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