STEM OPT Senior UI Engineer Jobs
Senior UI Engineer roles qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension if your degree is in a STEM-designated field like computer science or software engineering. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need an approved I-983 training plan before your extension begins. These roles are strong candidates for H-1B sponsorship given their direct degree-to-role alignment.
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INTRODUCTION
Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.
KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Engineer, UX/UI to join our Ignition Tax Product Group. This is a hybrid work opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Develop web UIs using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript - with a strong focus on front-of-the-frontend best practices including layout, interactions, and accessibility
- Translate design mockups into code and ensure technical feasibility while collaborating with UX designers, contributing to design decisions, and identifying gaps to effectively blend design, and technical ideas
- Work within a development team of full stack engineers to integrate UI code with business logic, services, and data sources, and advocate for the user, as well as articulate design principles to the development team
- Implement responsive design to ensure optimal user experience across various devices, and screen sizes
- Mentor junior UX engineers and provide guidance on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement
- Create and enforce coding standards and guidelines for the UX engineering team to ensure consistency, as well as quality across all projects, and optimize web performance by implementing efficient coding practices and leveraging modern web technologies
- Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG's respectful and courteous work environment
QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum three years of recent experience in UX engineering
- Bachelor's degree in from an accredited college/university Design, HCI, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience; High School diploma or GED required
- A portfolio website or GitHub showcasing past and current work
- Extensive knowledge of HTML, CSS and JavaScript; proficiency in Angular is preferred
- Familiarity with design tools like Figma, Sketch, or Framer with strong understanding of HCI principles, and their application in design decisions
- Solid grasp of WCAG accessibility standards, as well as their implementation and knowledge of performance optimization techniques for web application
KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries (“KPMG”) complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work.
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KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior UI Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List. Computer science, software engineering, and information systems degrees typically qualify, but interdisciplinary degrees sometimes don't. Confirm before targeting roles.
Build a portfolio that signals H-1B readiness
Hiring managers for senior UI roles evaluate sponsorship risk alongside technical fit. A GitHub portfolio demonstrating React, TypeScript, or accessibility compliance work shows you can contribute at the specialty occupation level USCIS evaluates for H-1B specialty occupation approval.
Filter job listings by E-Verify enrollment status
Use Migrate Mate to search Senior UI Engineer roles filtered to E-Verify enrolled employers. Not every company advertising 'visa sponsorship' is actually enrolled in E-Verify, which is a hard legal requirement for your STEM OPT extension to be valid.
Cross-reference LCA filings for your SOC code
Senior UI Engineer roles typically fall under SOC code 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1255 (Web Developers). Search OFLC public disclosure data by these codes to identify which employers have active Labor Condition Applications for UI engineering roles before you apply.
Negotiate I-983 training plan terms before signing
Your employer must sign the I-983, confirming your role provides STEM training related to your degree. Get written confirmation during the offer stage that HR will complete this form. Some companies delay or refuse after onboarding, which puts your extension at risk.
File your extension at least 90 days early
USCIS requires your STEM OPT extension application to be submitted while your initial OPT EAD is still valid. Submit Form I-765 at least 90 days before your EAD expires so your 180-day cap-gap protection activates if processing runs long.
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Find Senior UI Engineer JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior UI Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your employer is E-Verify enrolled and your degree is in a STEM-designated field. Senior UI Engineer positions typically align with SOC code 15-1252 or 15-1255, both of which USCIS recognizes for specialty occupation purposes. Your degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field must match the role's technical requirements on your I-983 training plan.
How do I confirm an employer is enrolled in E-Verify before accepting an offer?
Ask the recruiter or HR contact directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify and request their E-Verify Company ID number. You can also search the E-Verify employer search tool to confirm current enrollment status. A company that is not enrolled cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, regardless of any verbal sponsorship commitment they make.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Senior UI Engineer?
The I-983 must describe how your day-to-day UI engineering work relates to your STEM degree. For senior roles, this typically covers component architecture, performance optimization, accessibility standards, and design system development. Your employer's HR or engineering manager completes and signs Sections 3 and 4, confirming the role meets the practical training requirement. DSOs at your school then certify and update SEVIS.
What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B petition is selected in the lottery?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your STEM OPT EAD expires and the cap-gap rule applies, your work authorization extends automatically until October 1 of that fiscal year, even if your EAD has technically expired. You can continue working as a Senior UI Engineer during this period. USCIS publishes cap-gap guidance each cycle confirming the exact parameters.
Where can I find Senior UI Engineer jobs that specifically hire STEM OPT students?
Migrate Mate lists Senior UI Engineer roles filtered to employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and documented sponsorship history. General job boards don't distinguish between companies that can legally employ STEM OPT students and those that can't, so using a platform built for your authorization status saves significant time during the application process.
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