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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(Internal: MTS II, Software)
Responsibilities:
Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit parkplaceirvine.com
Who We Are:
Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!
How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. If you want to learn more about us, visit us at www.panasonic.aero
And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to https://careers.na.panasonic.com/avionics/jobs
The Position:
- Support the development of test strategies, test plans, test environments, and reports for manual or automated testing.
- Define automation strategies, automation cases for functional, regression, and system testing of complex software and hardware systems.
- Review requirements for testability and define test data, manual and automated test strategies, with an automation first mindset.
- Development, enhancement and deployment of automated functional tests, integration tests and system end-to-end tests through automation test frameworks.
- Development of manual tests to supplement automated tests.
- Integrate and maintain hardware/software test environments, including test racks.
- Execute test cases, test plans, test scenarios, and test scripts, validate results and provide first-tier triage for issues found during test execution.
- Document test results, issues found, and generate test reports.
- Collaborate with Test and Development teams to ensure root cause analysis and corrective actions for issues found during test execution.
- Reproduce, debug, isolate and report issues and verify fixes.
- Evaluate and convert manual test cases into automated test cases.
- Work closely with Development and Test teams to transform testing into a CI/CD environment.
- Position involves working at test racks in a lab environment.
The wage range of $39.42 - $66.35 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives (please also ensure to include a full list of “other forms of compensation” applicable to any posting too, and this would include GEB, NQDC, commissions, profit-sharing, as just some illustrative examples). The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years’ work experience.
- Demonstrated programming skills with a focus on automated test scripting on Linux. Tools include Python/Pytest, Selenium, Expect, Appium, Postman, shell scripting, HTML, Javascript, etc.
- Good understanding of Unix/Linux OS environments. Familiarity of systems administrator capabilities and Linux shell scripting.
- Knowledge of SQL (MySQL, MariaDB, SQLite) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases and languages.
- Good understanding of Computer Networks and Embedded Systems.
- Familiarity with DevOps CI/CD pipelines, Gitlab.
- Familiarity with Virtualization, Containerization, Docker Containers.
- Understanding of software testing methodologies (functional and non-functional) and testing techniques (Grey Box, Black Box, Regression, Stress).
- Familiar with software development tools such as Gitlab, Jira.
- Familiar working with Waterfall and Agile/Scrum development methodologies and environments.
- The ability to understand system-level wiring diagrams and hardware interfaces is an advantage.
- Self-motivated and self-driven.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation.
- A willingness to learn new technologies, skills, processes, etc.
Our Principles:
Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude
What We Offer:
At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA & HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
- Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
- Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
- 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
- Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
- Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!
Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporate.
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SDET - Software Development Engineer in Test II
(Internal: MTS II, Software)
Responsibilities:
Our new global headquarters is conveniently located in Irvine, CA near John Wayne Airport in the Park Place development. For our onsite and hybrid employees you will be able to enjoy amenities such as access to many restaurants and shops, running trails, a fitness deck, outdoor seating, dry cleaning, car wash, free garage parking, car charging stations, shuttle service for train commuters, outdoor games like bocce, horseshoes, gaming tables, pickle ball, and basketball. For more information on Park Place visit parkplaceirvine.com
Who We Are:
Ever wonder who brings the entertainment to your flights? Panasonic Avionics Corporation is #1 in the industry for delivering inflight products such as movies, games, Wi-Fi, and now Bluetooth headphone connectivity!
How exciting would it be to be a part of the innovation that goes into creating technology that delights millions of people in an industry that’s here to stay! With our company’s history spanning over 40 years, you will have stability, career growth opportunities, and will work with the brightest minds in the industry. If you want to learn more about us, visit us at www.panasonic.aero
And for a full listing of open job opportunities go to https://careers.na.panasonic.com/avionics/jobs
The Position:
- Support the development of test strategies, test plans, test environments, and reports for manual or automated testing.
- Define automation strategies, automation cases for functional, regression, and system testing of complex software and hardware systems.
- Review requirements for testability and define test data, manual and automated test strategies, with an automation first mindset.
- Development, enhancement and deployment of automated functional tests, integration tests and system end-to-end tests through automation test frameworks.
- Development of manual tests to supplement automated tests.
- Integrate and maintain hardware/software test environments, including test racks.
- Execute test cases, test plans, test scenarios, and test scripts, validate results and provide first-tier triage for issues found during test execution.
- Document test results, issues found, and generate test reports.
- Collaborate with Test and Development teams to ensure root cause analysis and corrective actions for issues found during test execution.
- Reproduce, debug, isolate and report issues and verify fixes.
- Evaluate and convert manual test cases into automated test cases.
- Work closely with Development and Test teams to transform testing into a CI/CD environment.
- Position involves working at test racks in a lab environment.
The wage range of $39.42 - $66.35 is just one component of Panasonic’s total package. Actual compensation varies depending on the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses and incentives (please also ensure to include a full list of “other forms of compensation” applicable to any posting too, and this would include GEB, NQDC, commissions, profit-sharing, as just some illustrative examples). The minimum hourly wage for this role will be the greater of the posted range, or minimum wage for the location where the employee will be working, subject to local minimum wage requirements.
What We're Looking For:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- 3+ years’ work experience.
- Demonstrated programming skills with a focus on automated test scripting on Linux. Tools include Python/Pytest, Selenium, Expect, Appium, Postman, shell scripting, HTML, Javascript, etc.
- Good understanding of Unix/Linux OS environments. Familiarity of systems administrator capabilities and Linux shell scripting.
- Knowledge of SQL (MySQL, MariaDB, SQLite) and NoSQL (MongoDB) databases and languages.
- Good understanding of Computer Networks and Embedded Systems.
- Familiarity with DevOps CI/CD pipelines, Gitlab.
- Familiarity with Virtualization, Containerization, Docker Containers.
- Understanding of software testing methodologies (functional and non-functional) and testing techniques (Grey Box, Black Box, Regression, Stress).
- Familiar with software development tools such as Gitlab, Jira.
- Familiar working with Waterfall and Agile/Scrum development methodologies and environments.
- The ability to understand system-level wiring diagrams and hardware interfaces is an advantage.
- Self-motivated and self-driven.
- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills.
- Strong attention to detail and documentation.
- A willingness to learn new technologies, skills, processes, etc.
Our Principles:
Contribution to Society | Fairness & Honesty | Cooperation & Team Spirit | Untiring Effort for Improvement | Courtesy & Humility | Adaptability | Gratitude
What We Offer:
At Panasonic Avionics Corporation we realize the most important aspects in leading our industry are the bright minds behind everything we do. We are proud to offer our employees a highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible benefits program.
- Paid time off: Exempt Salaried employees receive flexible paid time off. This means that there is no fixed number, range, or limit to the amount of Personal and Vacation Days that may be taken for exempt employees. Non-exempt hourly employees accrue 14 vacation days per year + 7 sick days + 3 personal days. Accrual rate increases with tenure. All employees receive 11 company paid holidays per year. We also close our offices at the corporate level in the U.S. between Christmas and New Year. For operational positions that are expected to work on holidays, we provide additional compensation for hours worked.
- Health Insurance: Medical insurance offerings from Aetna and Kaiser (CA & HI). Options for Employee Only, Employee + Spouse/Domestic Partner, Employee + Children, or Family. Dental PPO and DMO options & Vision insurance through EyeMed or VSP.
- Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
- Health Management and Wellbeing Programs – Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
- 401K with 50% match on up to 8% contribution, full vested from day 1.
- Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.
- Washington residents only are eligible for: Washington’s Family and Medical Leave program and Washington’s Paid Sick Leave program.
We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, send us your application!
Panasonic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by law or company policy. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Pre-employment drug testing is required for safety sensitive positions or as may otherwise be required by contract or law. Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Avionics Corporate.
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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.