STEM OPT Staff Devops Engineer Jobs
Staff DevOps Engineer roles in infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platform engineering qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension when your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. A STEM degree in computer science, information systems, or a related CIP-coded field makes you eligible for up to 36 months of total OPT work authorization.
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Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and affordable rental housing across the country. Join Fannie Mae to grow your career and help people find a place to call home.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a valued colleague on our team, you will design, develop, test, and/or maintain moderately complex hardware, technology, and/or processes.
The Sr. DevOps Engineer (AWS) role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications and systems utilizing AWS services and systems with a strong focus on on-premises infrastructure.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
- Implement and manage AWS infrastructure using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.
- Develop, test, and deploy applications on both OnPrem and AWS, ensuring performance, security, and scalability.
- Develop and setup CI/CD pipelines to automate build and deployment of applications across all environments.
- Build tools to reduce occurrence of errors and improve customer experience.
- Perform root cause analysis of production errors and resolve technical issues.
- Design procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Monitor system performance and identify areas for optimization and cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to define and implement solutions.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and software development.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Required Experiences:
- 2 years
- Experience with Angular core concepts, modules, components, directives, and services.
- Experience with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
- Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
- Proficiency with Git and GitHub workflows.
- Expertise developing applications in Java, Python with Maven or any other build tool.
- Experience with AWS Services.
- Working knowledge of databases specifically Oracle and SQL.
- Experience with Linux/Unix Operating systems including scripting languages (Shell, Perl, Python).
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code, using CloudFormation, Terraform or similar tools.
- Shows curiosity and adaptability in learning and responsibly applying new technologies, including artificial intelligence, to reimagine how we work.
Desired Experiences:
- Bachelor of science degree (or equivalent) in computer science, engineering, or relevant field.
- 5-8 years experience.
- Experience with design and automating cloud-native CI/CD workflows and tools, using Jenkins, GitLab or similar tools.
- Problem-solving attitude.
- Collaborative team spirit.
- Experience in developing/engineering applications for a large company.
COMPENSATION
- Target Pay Range: $123,000.00 - $161,000.00 a year.
Internal Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure - Engineering - Senior Associate
LOCATION
For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.
Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form.
The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.
Requisition compensation: 123000 to 161000
INTRODUCTION
Playing an essential role in the U.S. economy, Fannie Mae is foundational to housing finance. Here, your expertise can help fuel purpose-driven innovation that expands access to homeownership and affordable rental housing across the country. Join Fannie Mae to grow your career and help people find a place to call home.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a valued colleague on our team, you will design, develop, test, and/or maintain moderately complex hardware, technology, and/or processes.
The Sr. DevOps Engineer (AWS) role will offer you the flexibility to make each day your own, while working alongside people who care so that you can deliver on the following responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable software applications and systems utilizing AWS services and systems with a strong focus on on-premises infrastructure.
- Write clean, efficient, and well-documented code following established coding standards.
- Implement and manage AWS infrastructure using infrastructure as code (IaC) tools like CloudFormation or Terraform.
- Develop, test, and deploy applications on both OnPrem and AWS, ensuring performance, security, and scalability.
- Develop and setup CI/CD pipelines to automate build and deployment of applications across all environments.
- Build tools to reduce occurrence of errors and improve customer experience.
- Perform root cause analysis of production errors and resolve technical issues.
- Design procedures for system troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior developers.
- Conduct code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices.
- Monitor system performance and identify areas for optimization and cost efficiency.
- Collaborate with other engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to define and implement solutions.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging technologies related to cloud computing and software development.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Required Experiences:
- 2 years
- Experience with Angular core concepts, modules, components, directives, and services.
- Experience with software development methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum).
- Strong understanding of software architecture and design patterns.
- Proficiency with Git and GitHub workflows.
- Expertise developing applications in Java, Python with Maven or any other build tool.
- Experience with AWS Services.
- Working knowledge of databases specifically Oracle and SQL.
- Experience with Linux/Unix Operating systems including scripting languages (Shell, Perl, Python).
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code, using CloudFormation, Terraform or similar tools.
- Shows curiosity and adaptability in learning and responsibly applying new technologies, including artificial intelligence, to reimagine how we work.
Desired Experiences:
- Bachelor of science degree (or equivalent) in computer science, engineering, or relevant field.
- 5-8 years experience.
- Experience with design and automating cloud-native CI/CD workflows and tools, using Jenkins, GitLab or similar tools.
- Problem-solving attitude.
- Collaborative team spirit.
- Experience in developing/engineering applications for a large company.
COMPENSATION
- Target Pay Range: $123,000.00 - $161,000.00 a year.
Internal Job Title: Cloud Infrastructure - Engineering - Senior Associate
LOCATION
For most roles, employees are expected to work onsite on a regular basis at their designated office location. In-office work cadence is determined by your manager. Proximity within a reasonable commute to your designated office location is preferred unless the job is noted as open to remote.
Fannie Mae is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, marital or parental status, or any other protected factor. Fannie Mae is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment, unless to do so would cause undue hardship to the company. If you need assistance using our online system and/or you need a reasonable accommodation related to the hiring/application process, please complete this form.
The hiring range for this role is set forth below. Final salaries will generally vary within that range based on factors that include but are not limited to, skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and other relevant qualifications. This position is eligible to participate in a Fannie Mae incentive program (subject to the terms of the program). As part of our comprehensive benefits package, Fannie Mae offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance an employee's physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. See more here.
Requisition compensation: 123000 to 161000
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Staff Devops Engineer
Verify your degree's CIP code eligibility
Check the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List to confirm your specific degree program has an approved CIP code. Computer science and information technology degrees typically qualify, but degree titles vary by university, so confirm your exact program before applying.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension is approved. Ask hiring managers directly whether the company is enrolled, or look up the employer in the E-Verify employer search tool to verify status before you negotiate final terms.
Document DevOps training goals in your I-983
Your I-983 training plan must list specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, such as infrastructure-as-code skills, container orchestration, or distributed systems architecture. Vague goals like 'improve technical skills' get flagged by DSOs and delay your extension approval.
Target companies with active STEM OPT hiring history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Staff DevOps Engineer roles by employers who have hired STEM OPT students before, based on DOL Labor Condition Application data. This tells you which companies already understand the E-Verify requirement and I-983 process.
Start your extension paperwork 90 days early
Submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS no earlier than 90 days before your initial OPT expires. Filing late or outside this window can create a gap in work authorization, so coordinate the timeline with your DSO well ahead of your end date.
Match your DevOps role to your degree field directly
USCIS requires that your Staff DevOps Engineer position directly relates to your STEM degree. If your degree is in computer science or software engineering, map your job duties to core curriculum areas like systems design or distributed computing when completing your I-983.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff DevOps Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, Staff DevOps Engineer positions typically qualify for the 24-month STEM OPT extension because the role requires applying knowledge from STEM degree fields such as computer science, information systems, or software engineering. Your I-983 training plan must connect your specific job duties, such as CI/CD pipeline management or cloud infrastructure automation, directly to your degree's core subject areas.
How do I know if a company hiring for this role is enrolled in E-Verify?
You can search the E-Verify employer search tool directly to check enrollment status before you accept an offer. E-Verify enrollment is a federal requirement for all STEM OPT employers, not just large companies, so this applies whether you're joining a startup or an enterprise. Migrate Mate filters Staff DevOps Engineer listings by employers who meet this requirement.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Staff DevOps Engineer?
Your I-983 must list concrete learning objectives tied to your STEM degree, your job title, the name and E-Verify ID of your employer, your work schedule, and a description of how your duties relate to your academic field. For a Staff DevOps Engineer, acceptable objectives include learning infrastructure-as-code frameworks, Kubernetes cluster management, or systems reliability engineering. Generic descriptions without technical specificity will slow DSO approval.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if my H-1B is selected in the lottery?
If your H-1B visa petition is filed before your STEM OPT expires and your employer files before the April 1 deadline for an October 1 start date, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically through September 30. You can keep working in your Staff DevOps Engineer role without interruption during that gap period, as long as you stay with the same E-Verify enrolled employer.
Which STEM degrees make me eligible for the STEM OPT extension in a DevOps role?
Degrees in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, software engineering, electrical engineering, and mathematics are among the most common qualifying fields for STEM OPT in DevOps roles. Your degree must appear on the USCIS STEM Designated Degree Program List by its CIP code. If your degree title is non-standard, confirm the CIP code with your DSO before applying, because the approval is tied to the program code, not the job title.