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Senior Software Developer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree falls under an eligible CIP code and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. With up to 36 months of total OPT work authorization, you have a realistic runway to contribute at a senior level and build toward H-1B visa sponsorship.
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Get Access To All JobsWhy Join GEICO?
At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.
Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.
Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.
Position Description
GEICO is seeking an experienced Engineer with a passion for building high-performance, low maintenance, zero-downtime platforms, and applications to support the Digital Experience for customers. You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we transition from a traditional IT model to a tech organization with engineering excellence as its mission, while co-creating the culture of psychological safety and continuous improvement.
Our Senior Engineer is a key member of the engineering staff working across the organization to provide a friction-less experience to our customers and maintain the highest standards of protection and availability. Our team thrives and succeeds in delivering high-quality technology products and services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly. The ideal candidate has broad and deep technical knowledge, typically ranging from front-end UIs through back-end systems and all points in between.
Position Responsibilities
As a Senior Engineer, you will:
- Scope, design, and build scalable, resilient distributed systems
- Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycle
- Participate in design sessions and code reviews with peers to elevate the quality of engineering across the organization
- Utilize programming languages like Python, C#, Java, TypeScript or other object-oriented languages, SQL, and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of Azure tools and services
- Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams
- Build product definition and leverage your technical skills to drive towards the right solution
- Analysis and Estimation skills
Qualifications
- Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, C#, Python, TypeScript or other object-oriented languages
- Experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems
- In-depth knowledge of CS data structures and algorithms
- Understanding of HTML-5, JavaScript/TypeScript, XML, and JSON
- Understanding of micro-services oriented architecture and extensible REST APIs
- Understanding of monitoring tools and root cause analysis
- Intermediate level understanding of Azure Network such as security zones, VNETs, and Public Peered Services
- Understanding of Azure PaaS and IaaS services (or other cloud providers)
- Understanding of security protocols and products such as of Active Directory, Windows Authentication, SAML, OAuth
- Experience in Datacenter structure, capabilities, and offerings, including the Azure platform, and its native services (or other cloud providers)
- Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication)
- Understanding in DevOps Concepts, Cloud Architecture, and Azure DevOps Operational Framework
- Experience with Enterprise level design documentation
- Experience with risk assessment
- Experience in Azure or other Cloud Services
- Basic design of N-tier applications
- Experience with Database Technologies
- Experience with deployment steps and general CM functions
- Experience in Application security
- Analysis and Estimation skills
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment
Experience
- 4+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 3+ years of experience with architecture and design
- 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
- 3+ years of experience in open-source frameworks
- 1+ years of experience with Generative AI/LLM based applications and agentic systems
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience
Annual Salary
$100,000.00 - $215,000.00
The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The GEICO Pledge:
Great Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.
Great Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.
Great Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.
Great Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.
The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.
Why Join GEICO?
At GEICO, we offer a rewarding career where your ambitions are met with endless possibilities.
Every day we honor our iconic brand by offering quality coverage to millions of customers and being there when they need us most. We thrive on relentless innovation to exceed our customers' expectations while making a real impact on local communities nationwide.
Founded in 1936, GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies and one of the largest auto insurers in the United States. When you join our company, we want you to feel valued, supported, and proud to work here. That's why we offer the GEICO Pledge: Great Company, Great Culture, Great Rewards, and Great Careers.
Position Description
GEICO is seeking an experienced Engineer with a passion for building high-performance, low maintenance, zero-downtime platforms, and applications to support the Digital Experience for customers. You will help drive our insurance business transformation as we transition from a traditional IT model to a tech organization with engineering excellence as its mission, while co-creating the culture of psychological safety and continuous improvement.
Our Senior Engineer is a key member of the engineering staff working across the organization to provide a friction-less experience to our customers and maintain the highest standards of protection and availability. Our team thrives and succeeds in delivering high-quality technology products and services in a hyper-growth environment where priorities shift quickly. The ideal candidate has broad and deep technical knowledge, typically ranging from front-end UIs through back-end systems and all points in between.
Position Responsibilities
As a Senior Engineer, you will:
- Scope, design, and build scalable, resilient distributed systems
- Engage in cross-functional collaboration throughout the entire software lifecycle
- Participate in design sessions and code reviews with peers to elevate the quality of engineering across the organization
- Utilize programming languages like Python, C#, Java, TypeScript or other object-oriented languages, SQL, and NoSQL databases, Container Orchestration services including Docker and Kubernetes, and a variety of Azure tools and services
- Consistently share best practices and improve processes within and across teams
- Build product definition and leverage your technical skills to drive towards the right solution
- Analysis and Estimation skills
Qualifications
- Programming experience with at least one modern language such as Java, C#, Python, TypeScript or other object-oriented languages
- Experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems
- In-depth knowledge of CS data structures and algorithms
- Understanding of HTML-5, JavaScript/TypeScript, XML, and JSON
- Understanding of micro-services oriented architecture and extensible REST APIs
- Understanding of monitoring tools and root cause analysis
- Intermediate level understanding of Azure Network such as security zones, VNETs, and Public Peered Services
- Understanding of Azure PaaS and IaaS services (or other cloud providers)
- Understanding of security protocols and products such as of Active Directory, Windows Authentication, SAML, OAuth
- Experience in Datacenter structure, capabilities, and offerings, including the Azure platform, and its native services (or other cloud providers)
- Knowledge of developer tooling across the software development life cycle (task management, source code, building, deployment, operations, real-time communication)
- Understanding in DevOps Concepts, Cloud Architecture, and Azure DevOps Operational Framework
- Experience with Enterprise level design documentation
- Experience with risk assessment
- Experience in Azure or other Cloud Services
- Basic design of N-tier applications
- Experience with Database Technologies
- Experience with deployment steps and general CM functions
- Experience in Application security
- Analysis and Estimation skills
- Strong problem-solving ability
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to excel in a fast-paced, startup-like environment
Experience
- 4+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 3+ years of experience with architecture and design
- 3+ years of experience with AWS, GCP, Azure, or another cloud service
- 3+ years of experience in open-source frameworks
- 1+ years of experience with Generative AI/LLM based applications and agentic systems
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent education or work experience
Annual Salary
$100,000.00 - $215,000.00
The above annual salary range is a general guideline. Multiple factors are taken into consideration to arrive at the final hourly rate/annual salary to be offered to the selected candidate. Factors include, but are not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, the selected candidate’s work experience, education and training, the work location as well as market and business considerations.
GEICO will consider sponsoring a new qualified applicant for employment authorization for this position.
The GEICO Pledge:
Great Company: Protecting customers through life’s twists and turns with innovation and integrity.
Great Careers: Personalized development programs, mentorship, and certification assistance.
Great Culture: Inclusive and collaborative culture rooted in shared success.
Great Rewards: Competitive pay, benefits, and flexibility to support your well-being and future.
The equal employment opportunity policy of the GEICO Companies provides for a fair and equal employment opportunity for all associates and job applicants regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, disability or genetic information, in compliance with applicable federal, state and local law. GEICO hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.
GEICO reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to receive equal employment opportunity and/or perform the essential functions of the job, unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship to the Company. This applies to all applicants and associates. GEICO also provides a work environment in which each associate is able to be productive and work to the best of their ability. We do not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment. We expect and require the cooperation of all associates in maintaining an atmosphere free from discrimination and harassment with mutual respect by and for all associates and applicants.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Software Developer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Pull your transcript and confirm your degree's CIP code appears on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Information Systems codes qualify, but interdisciplinary or business-adjacent tech degrees sometimes don't.
Filter job postings by E-Verify status
Confirm every employer is enrolled in E-Verify before you spend time on an application. STEM OPT is void if your employer isn't enrolled, and many small software studios or early-stage startups skip enrollment even when hiring internationally.
Negotiate your I-983 training plan early
Get the I-983 signed before your first day, not after an offer expires. Senior Software Developer training plans need to name specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, so draft the technical goals section yourself to speed up HR approval.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify companies that have filed H-1B petitions for Software Developer roles, so your STEM OPT runway overlaps with employers already set up to sponsor the transition before your authorization ends.
Cross-check your offered wage against OFLC Wage Search
Look up the prevailing wage for Senior Software Developer under your employer's location using the OFLC Wage Search before accepting. A wage below the DOL prevailing level can create LCA problems if your employer later files for H-1B sponsorship.
File your OPT extension well before your EAD expires
Submit your STEM OPT extension application at least 90 days before your initial OPT EAD expires. USCIS processing can take several months, and late filing eliminates the automatic 180-day cap-gap bridge that protects your status during an H-1B transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Software Developer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree carries an eligible CIP code from the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List and the role directly relates to that field. Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Computer Information Systems degrees routinely qualify. Your DSO confirms eligibility and updates your I-20 before you file the extension with USCIS.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for this role?
Your I-983 must connect your daily engineering responsibilities to your STEM degree, list specific learning goals such as system design, distributed architecture, or performance optimization, and identify how the employer will supervise your progress. Both you and your employer's authorized representative sign it. Your DSO reviews it before your STEM OPT extension takes effect, and you must update it whenever your role or employer changes.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Ask your recruiter or HR contact directly for the company's E-Verify Company ID or E-Verify enrollment confirmation. E-Verify enrollment is a legal condition of STEM OPT, and you're responsible for confirming it before your extension begins. Companies that complete federal contracts are often required to enroll, making them reliable targets, though you should still verify directly rather than assume.
What happens to my STEM OPT if I receive an H-1B selection during my extension?
If USCIS selects your H-1B registration and your employer files a timely cap-subject petition, the cap-gap provision automatically extends your STEM OPT work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year the H-1B takes effect. You can continue working at the same employer during that period without interruption, as long as your I-983 training plan remains active and your employer stays enrolled in E-Verify.
Where can I find Senior Software Developer jobs at E-Verify enrolled employers?
Migrate Mate lists Senior Software Developer roles filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and H-1B filing history, so you can identify companies already set up to hire and eventually sponsor STEM OPT students. Searching there lets you focus your applications on employers who understand the I-983 requirement and have a track record of supporting international engineers through the sponsorship process.