STEM OPT Senior Solution Architect Jobs
Senior Solution Architect roles qualify for the STEM OPT 24-month extension when 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 secure H-1B visa sponsorship in a role that directly applies your STEM training.
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Interested in being a part of a team that brings Artificial Intelligence (AI) to some of the biggest customers in the world? NVIDIA is looking for an experienced Solutions Architect to assist customers with adoption of GPU hardware and software as well as building Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), Data Analytics and other related topics on various Cloud Computing Platforms. As part of the NVIDIA Solutions Architecture team, you will be the first line of technical expertise between NVIDIA and our customers and will engage developers, researchers, and data scientists with some of NVIDIA's most strategic technology as well as work closely with business and engineering on product strategy. We are looking for a Solutions Architect to help drive end-to-end technology solutions incorporating NVIDIA's full stack of technologies for customers business needs.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll be doing:
- Working with Cloud Service Providers to develop and demonstrate solutions based on NVIDIA’s groundbreaking software and hardware technologies.
- Build and deploy solutions at scale using NVIDIA's AI software on cloud-based GPU platforms.
- Build custom PoCs for solutions that address customer's critical business needs while applying NVIDIA's hardware and software technologies.
- Partner with Sales Account Managers or Developer Relations Managers to identify and secure business opportunities for NVIDIA products and solutions.
- Conduct regular technical customer meetings for project/product details, feature discussions, intro to new technologies, and debugging sessions.
- Prepare and deliver technical content to customers including presentations about purpose-built solutions, workshops about NVIDIA products and solutions, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we need to see:
- BS/MS/PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or other Engineering fields or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years of Solutions Engineering (or similar Sales Engineering roles) experience.
- Established track record of deploying AI/ ML solutions in cloud environments including AWS, GCP, Azure or OCI.
- Knowledge of DevOps/MLOps technologies such as Docker/containers, Kubernetes, data center deployments, etc.
- Effective time management and capable of balancing multiple tasks.
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly through documents, presentation, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- AWS, GCP, Azure or OCI Professional Solution Architect Certifications.
- Hands-on experience with NVIDIA GPUs and SDKs (i.e. CUDA, Triton, TensorRT-LLM, etc.).
- Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including best practices for system design, architectural patterns, and comprehensive testing.
- Solid working knowledge of Python.
- System-level experience, specifically GPU-based systems.
We make extensive use of conferencing tools, but occasional travel is required for local on-site visits to customers and industry events. We are open to remote work locations!
COMPENSATION
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 17, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
INTRODUCTION
Interested in being a part of a team that brings Artificial Intelligence (AI) to some of the biggest customers in the world? NVIDIA is looking for an experienced Solutions Architect to assist customers with adoption of GPU hardware and software as well as building Machine Learning (ML), Deep Learning (DL), Data Analytics and other related topics on various Cloud Computing Platforms. As part of the NVIDIA Solutions Architecture team, you will be the first line of technical expertise between NVIDIA and our customers and will engage developers, researchers, and data scientists with some of NVIDIA's most strategic technology as well as work closely with business and engineering on product strategy. We are looking for a Solutions Architect to help drive end-to-end technology solutions incorporating NVIDIA's full stack of technologies for customers business needs.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll be doing:
- Working with Cloud Service Providers to develop and demonstrate solutions based on NVIDIA’s groundbreaking software and hardware technologies.
- Build and deploy solutions at scale using NVIDIA's AI software on cloud-based GPU platforms.
- Build custom PoCs for solutions that address customer's critical business needs while applying NVIDIA's hardware and software technologies.
- Partner with Sales Account Managers or Developer Relations Managers to identify and secure business opportunities for NVIDIA products and solutions.
- Conduct regular technical customer meetings for project/product details, feature discussions, intro to new technologies, and debugging sessions.
- Prepare and deliver technical content to customers including presentations about purpose-built solutions, workshops about NVIDIA products and solutions, etc.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What we need to see:
- BS/MS/PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or other Engineering fields or equivalent experience.
- 4+ years of Solutions Engineering (or similar Sales Engineering roles) experience.
- Established track record of deploying AI/ ML solutions in cloud environments including AWS, GCP, Azure or OCI.
- Knowledge of DevOps/MLOps technologies such as Docker/containers, Kubernetes, data center deployments, etc.
- Effective time management and capable of balancing multiple tasks.
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly through documents, presentation, etc.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Ways to stand out from the crowd:
- AWS, GCP, Azure or OCI Professional Solution Architect Certifications.
- Hands-on experience with NVIDIA GPUs and SDKs (i.e. CUDA, Triton, TensorRT-LLM, etc.).
- Deep understanding of the full software development lifecycle, including best practices for system design, architectural patterns, and comprehensive testing.
- Solid working knowledge of Python.
- System-level experience, specifically GPU-based systems.
We make extensive use of conferencing tools, but occasional travel is required for local on-site visits to customers and industry events. We are open to remote work locations!
COMPENSATION
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD for Level 3, and 184,000 USD - 287,500 USD for Level 4. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until May 17, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Senior Solution Architect
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS. Computer science, information systems, and engineering management codes commonly support Solution Architect roles, but exact alignment varies by institution and program name.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask recruiters directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you reach the offer stage. You can independently verify enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search tool, which is publicly accessible without an account.
Target enterprise technology teams with STEM OPT experience
Solution Architect openings at companies running large cloud or infrastructure programs are more likely to have sponsored STEM OPT students before. Filter your search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with active STEM OPT hiring history in technical architecture roles.
Build your I-983 training plan around architecture deliverables
Your I-983 must tie each learning objective to a concrete work product. For a Senior Solution Architect role, map goals to deliverables like solution design documents, proof-of-concept builds, and cross-team technical reviews so your DSO can approve the plan without revision.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer's prevailing wage
Before signing, look up the SOC code for Solution Architects in your metro area using OFLC Wage Search. If your offer falls below the Level II or III prevailing wage, your employer's future LCA filing could face a DOL audit that delays or blocks your H-1B petition.
Start H-1B conversations during cap-gap, not after
If your OPT expires before October 1 following an H-1B selection, cap-gap rules extend your work authorization automatically. Raise H-1B sponsorship timing with your employer during your first performance review so they can budget attorney fees and file in March of the relevant year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Solution Architect role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your underlying degree carries an eligible CIP code and the job directly applies your STEM training. Solution Architect positions typically fall under SOC codes tied to software development or systems engineering, both of which USCIS recognizes for STEM OPT. Confirm the CIP-to-role alignment with your DSO before filing your extension application, because the degree field, not the job title alone, determines eligibility.
What E-Verify requirement applies to my STEM OPT employer?
Any employer who hires you on a STEM OPT extension must be enrolled in E-Verify at the specific worksite where you work, not just at the company's headquarters. If you are placed at a client site through a staffing arrangement, both the staffing firm and the end client may need E-Verify enrollment depending on how your I-983 is structured. Verify enrollment status through the E-Verify employer search before you sign your offer letter.
What should my I-983 training plan include for a Senior Solution Architect position?
Your I-983 must document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree field and describe how each goal will be assessed on the job. For a Senior Solution Architect role, practical goals include designing cloud architecture frameworks, leading technical discovery sessions, and producing solution blueprints. Your employer's authorized representative signs the form, and your DSO must approve it before your STEM OPT extension begins. Update the plan if your core responsibilities change materially.
How does cap-gap protection work if my OPT ends before my H-1B start date?
Cap-gap automatically extends your OPT status and work authorization from the day your current EAD expires through September 30 if your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before April 1 and you are selected in the lottery. You can continue working as a Senior Solution Architect during cap-gap without any gap in authorization. USCIS recommends carrying your OPT EAD, your cap-gap receipt notice, and your I-20 together as proof of continued status.
Where can I find Senior Solution Architect jobs where employers are already familiar with STEM OPT?
Migrate Mate filters Senior Solution Architect listings by employers enrolled in E-Verify and with a track record of hiring international candidates, so you're not guessing about sponsorship willingness. Searching there lets you focus your applications on companies whose HR and legal teams already understand the I-983 process, the 24-month extension timeline, and the H-1B transition that typically follows STEM OPT.