STEM OPT Software Test Engineer Jobs
Software Test Engineer roles fall squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, giving you up to 24 months of extended work authorization beyond your initial OPT period. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, and your degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related STEM field must align with the role's CIP code.
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This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
Job Family Definition:
Set and maintain quality standards for company products through the use of systematic processes. Develops, modifies, and executes software test strategies, plans and suites. Analyzes and writes test standards and procedures. Maintains documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software. Analyzes test results to ensure existing functionality and recommends corrective action. May develop tools and environments to automate test execution. Consults with development engineers in resolution of problems.
Management Level Definition:
Contributions impact technical components of HPE products, solutions, or services regularly and sustainable. Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Provides expertise and partnership to functional and technical project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives. Exercises significant independent judgment to determine best method for achieving objectives. May provide team leadership and mentoring to others.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with software engineers and product managers to define test strategies
- Perform in-depth testing on delivered features and bugs
- Build and maintain automated test coverage for UI and API
- Execute automated tests and analyze results for defects or test updates
- General exploratory testing to identify issues before shipping to customers
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical design discussions
- Drive quality engineering best practices and continuous improvement across teams
Required Qualifications:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent practical work experience with software test automation.
- Typically, 4-6 years’ experience with software test automation.
- Experience with Playwright or Selenium, and programming in Java, Typescript, or Python
- Knowledge of Agile SDLC and experience in software testing methodology, tools, test planning and test execution.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills for performing root cause analysis.
- Knowledge of tools and processes for regression, scale, and performance testing
- Self-motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Experience:
- Virtualization (KVM), containers, and Kubernetes ecosystems
- Cloud platforms (VMware, AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Robust testing: performance, load, security, vulnerability
- AI agents and coding support
- Agile software environments
- Infrastructure-as-code and configuration management tools (Terraform, Ansible)
What We Can Offer You:
Health & Wellbeing
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
Let's Stay Connected:
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
Job:
Engineering
Job Level:
TCP_03
The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
- United States of America: Annual Salary USD 98,000 - 185,200 in Colorado // 105,500 - 200,500 in Massachusetts // 92,600 - 213,500 in North Carolina & Texas
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.
Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
The estimated job application period closure is September 28 2026; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.
HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.
INTRODUCTION
This role has been designed as 'Hybrid' with a requirement that you will work on average 2 days per week from an HPE office.
Who We Are:
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud company advancing the way people live and work. We help companies connect, protect, analyze, and act on their data and applications wherever they live, from edge to cloud, so they can turn insights into outcomes at the speed required to thrive in today’s complex world. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good. If you are looking to stretch and grow your career our culture will embrace you. Open up opportunities with HPE.
Job Description:
Job Family Definition:
Set and maintain quality standards for company products through the use of systematic processes. Develops, modifies, and executes software test strategies, plans and suites. Analyzes and writes test standards and procedures. Maintains documentation of test results to assist in debugging and modification of software. Analyzes test results to ensure existing functionality and recommends corrective action. May develop tools and environments to automate test execution. Consults with development engineers in resolution of problems.
Management Level Definition:
Contributions impact technical components of HPE products, solutions, or services regularly and sustainable. Applies advanced subject matter knowledge to solve complex business issues and is regarded as a subject matter expert. Provides expertise and partnership to functional and technical project teams and may participate in cross-functional initiatives. Exercises significant independent judgment to determine best method for achieving objectives. May provide team leadership and mentoring to others.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with software engineers and product managers to define test strategies
- Perform in-depth testing on delivered features and bugs
- Build and maintain automated test coverage for UI and API
- Execute automated tests and analyze results for defects or test updates
- General exploratory testing to identify issues before shipping to customers
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to technical design discussions
- Drive quality engineering best practices and continuous improvement across teams
Required Qualifications:
- BS/MS degree in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent practical work experience with software test automation.
- Typically, 4-6 years’ experience with software test automation.
- Experience with Playwright or Selenium, and programming in Java, Typescript, or Python
- Knowledge of Agile SDLC and experience in software testing methodology, tools, test planning and test execution.
- Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills for performing root cause analysis.
- Knowledge of tools and processes for regression, scale, and performance testing
- Self-motivated with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Experience:
- Virtualization (KVM), containers, and Kubernetes ecosystems
- Cloud platforms (VMware, AWS, Azure, GCP)
- Robust testing: performance, load, security, vulnerability
- AI agents and coding support
- Agile software environments
- Infrastructure-as-code and configuration management tools (Terraform, Ansible)
What We Can Offer You:
Health & Wellbeing
We strive to provide our team members and their loved ones with a comprehensive suite of benefits that supports their physical, financial and emotional wellbeing.
Personal & Professional Development
We also invest in your career because the better you are, the better we all are. We have specific programs catered to helping you reach any career goals you have — whether you want to become a knowledge expert in your field or apply your skills to another division.
Unconditional Inclusion
We are unconditionally inclusive in the way we work and celebrate individual uniqueness. We know varied backgrounds are valued and succeed here. We have the flexibility to manage our work and personal needs. We make bold moves, together, and are a force for good.
Let's Stay Connected:
Follow @HPECareers on Instagram to see the latest on people, culture and tech at HPE.
Job:
Engineering
Job Level:
TCP_03
The expected salary/wage range for this position is provided below. Actual offer may vary from this range based upon geographic location, work experience, education/training, and/or skill level.
- United States of America: Annual Salary USD 98,000 - 185,200 in Colorado // 105,500 - 200,500 in Massachusetts // 92,600 - 213,500 in North Carolina & Texas
The listed salary range reflects base salary. Variable incentives may also be offered.
Information about employee benefits offered in the US can be found at https://myhperewards.com/main/new-hire-enrollment.html
The estimated job application period closure is September 28 2026; this timeline is provided for transparency and internal planning purposes.
HPE is an Equal Employment Opportunity/ Veterans/Disabled/LGBT employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, or any other protected category, and all decisions we make are made on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Our goal is to be one global team that is representative of our customers, in an inclusive environment where we can continue to innovate and grow together. Please click here: Equal Employment Opportunity.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise is EEO Protected Veteran/ Individual with Disabilities.
HPE will comply with all applicable laws related to employer use of arrest and conviction records, including laws requiring employers to consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
Recruitment Fraud Alert
We have become aware of an increase in fraudulent recruitment activities in which individuals impersonate our company or authorized recruitment agencies to offer fake employment opportunities. These scams may occur through false websites, emails, social media, or chat-based applications and often aim to obtain personal information or money. Please note that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), its direct and indirect subsidiaries and affiliated companies, and its authorized recruitment agencies/vendors will never charge a candidate a registration fee, hiring fee, or any other fee in connection with its recruitment and hiring process. We also never request personal information such as back account details, Social Security numbers, or national IDs via social media or chat applications.
All legitimate job opportunities will come through official company channels, and candidates are responsible for verifying the credentials of any third party claiming to represent the company. Any reliance on fraudulent communication is at the individual’s own risk, and HPE disclaims legal liability for any resulting damages. If you suspect recruitment fraud, do not share personal information or make any payments and report the incident to your local authorities immediately.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Software Test Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's CIP code maps to the Software Test Engineer SOC code (15-1253) through O*NET before your DSO approves your STEM OPT extension. A mismatch between your field of study and the role delays or blocks your I-983 approval.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled in E-Verify before you sign anything. Employers can look up their own status through the E-Verify employer search, and you need written confirmation before your DSO can approve the training plan.
Build a testing portfolio that signals STEM depth
Recruiters screening STEM OPT candidates for QA and test engineering roles expect evidence of automated testing frameworks, scripting in Python or Java, and CI/CD pipeline experience. A GitHub portfolio of test suites is a concrete credential, not just a resume claim.
Target employers with existing I-983 training plan templates
Companies that have hired STEM OPT students before often have a pre-approved I-983 template and an HR contact familiar with the 10-day reporting requirement. Ask in your first recruiter screen whether the company has sponsored STEM OPT students in a software testing role previously.
Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by E-Verify enrollment
Search for Software Test Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings by verified E-Verify employer status so you don't waste applications on companies that can't legally sponsor your STEM OPT extension.
Negotiate your start date around cap-gap protection
If your OPT expires while an H-1B visa petition is pending on your behalf, cap-gap protection through USCIS extends your work authorization automatically. Push start dates to align with this window rather than accepting a gap in employment that could complicate your training plan continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Test Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, Software Test Engineer maps to SOC code 15-1253 under the DHS STEM OPT designated degree list. Your degree must be in a qualifying STEM field, such as computer science, computer engineering, or information systems, and the CIP code on your diploma must align with that SOC code. Your DSO confirms the match when approving your I-983 training plan.
What does the employer need to do to hire me on STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT start date. They also co-sign your I-983 Training Plan for STEM OPT Students, which outlines your learning objectives, supervision structure, and compensation. Employers who haven't hired STEM OPT students before sometimes delay at this step, so confirm their E-Verify enrollment and willingness to complete the I-983 early in the offer process.
How do I find Software Test Engineer employers who accept STEM OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate filters Software Test Engineer listings by E-Verify employer enrollment, which is the minimum legal requirement for STEM OPT sponsorship. This lets you focus applications on companies already set up to hire you, rather than discovering E-Verify gaps after an offer is extended. You can also cross-reference OFLC Wage Search to confirm an employer's prior DOL filings in this occupation.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my employer's E-Verify enrollment lapses?
If your employer loses E-Verify enrollment after your STEM OPT begins, your work authorization is at risk. USCIS requires the employer to remain enrolled for the full duration of your extension. You'd need to either transfer to a new qualifying employer and update your I-983, or risk falling out of status. Report any change in employer enrollment to your DSO within 10 days.
Does cap-gap coverage apply if I'm working as a Software Test Engineer on STEM OPT?
Yes. If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap protection under USCIS rules extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year, or until USCIS adjudicates the petition, whichever comes first. You can continue working as a Software Test Engineer in the same role during this period without interruption, provided the petition was filed before your EAD expired.