STEM OPT Storage Engineer Jobs
Storage Engineer roles in enterprise infrastructure, cloud storage, and data center operations qualify for STEM OPT's 24-month extension when your degree falls under an eligible CIP code. Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 training plan. Degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, and information systems commonly satisfy the STEM degree requirement.
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Apple Services Engineering (ASE) designs, builds, and operates the cloud infrastructure, server systems, and platform technologies that power many of Apple's most beloved experiences. Within ASE, the Storage Platforms organization develops the systems that store, protect, and serve Apple's data at massive scale, with a mission to deliver storage that is durable, secure, highly available, and operated with excellence. Engineers on this team will have the rare opportunity to work on storage device-optimized low-level storage, large-scale distributed systems, and high-performance IO stacks operating at mission-critical levels of availability and durability. Each component is being built using first principles from the ground up to unlock optimization opportunities at every layer of the stack. Being part of Apple Services Engineering organization opens the door to exerting cross-functional influence and making a more significant organizational impact. If you are passionate about large scale distributed systems, operational excellence, and creating resilient platforms that enable innovation across Apple, we would love to hear from you.
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for collaborative, curious, and pragmatic Software Engineers to be part of this innovative team. In this role, you will: Shape the product's features and architecture as it scales orders of magnitude. Demonstrate passion for large-scale distributed systems and creating robust storage solutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 3 years of professional software development experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Experience in building storage systems
- 2+ years of coding in one or more of these programming languages: Rust, C++, Java or C#
- Experience with scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, an engineering-related field, or equivalent related experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent knowledge of software testing methodologies & practices
- Deep understanding of core computer science concepts, including data structures, algorithms, and concurrency.
- Solid grasp of distributed systems fundamentals such as fault tolerance, consistency, and distributed rate limiting.
- Experience designing and operating large-scale distributed systems such as databases or storage platforms.
- Proficient with UNIX/Linux
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range: $142,300 - $214,300
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
SUMMARY
Apple Services Engineering (ASE) designs, builds, and operates the cloud infrastructure, server systems, and platform technologies that power many of Apple's most beloved experiences. Within ASE, the Storage Platforms organization develops the systems that store, protect, and serve Apple's data at massive scale, with a mission to deliver storage that is durable, secure, highly available, and operated with excellence. Engineers on this team will have the rare opportunity to work on storage device-optimized low-level storage, large-scale distributed systems, and high-performance IO stacks operating at mission-critical levels of availability and durability. Each component is being built using first principles from the ground up to unlock optimization opportunities at every layer of the stack. Being part of Apple Services Engineering organization opens the door to exerting cross-functional influence and making a more significant organizational impact. If you are passionate about large scale distributed systems, operational excellence, and creating resilient platforms that enable innovation across Apple, we would love to hear from you.
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for collaborative, curious, and pragmatic Software Engineers to be part of this innovative team. In this role, you will: Shape the product's features and architecture as it scales orders of magnitude. Demonstrate passion for large-scale distributed systems and creating robust storage solutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 3 years of professional software development experience
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
- Experience in building storage systems
- 2+ years of coding in one or more of these programming languages: Rust, C++, Java or C#
- Experience with scripting languages (Bash, Python, Perl)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, an engineering-related field, or equivalent related experience.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Excellent knowledge of software testing methodologies & practices
- Deep understanding of core computer science concepts, including data structures, algorithms, and concurrency.
- Solid grasp of distributed systems fundamentals such as fault tolerance, consistency, and distributed rate limiting.
- Experience designing and operating large-scale distributed systems such as databases or storage platforms.
- Proficient with UNIX/Linux
COMPENSATION
- Base pay range: $142,300 - $214,300
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Storage Engineer
Verify your CIP code before applying
Cross-reference your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code against the official STEM Designated Degree Program List that USCIS maintains. Storage Engineer roles draw candidates from computer science, computer engineering, and information systems programs, but not every IT-adjacent degree qualifies.
Target employers already enrolled in E-Verify
Storage Engineer positions often sit inside infrastructure or IT ops teams at companies that may not have sponsored OPT students before. Confirm E-Verify enrollment directly with HR before investing time in an application, since hiring you without it violates your STEM OPT terms.
Align your I-983 training plan to storage-specific competencies
Your I-983 must connect learning objectives to your STEM degree, so list concrete competencies like SAN architecture, RAID configuration, or cloud storage protocols rather than generic IT goals. A vague training plan is the most common reason DSOs send I-983s back for revision.
Search Migrate Mate for storage roles at E-Verify employers
Filter by job title and work authorization type on Migrate Mate to surface Storage Engineer openings at companies already enrolled in E-Verify. This removes the guesswork of vetting employers one by one after you've already applied.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark storage engineer pay
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific role and location. Pull the Level I through Level IV figures from OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, so you know whether an offer meets the legal floor for your experience tier.
Plan your cap-gap window around H-1B filing season
If you're transitioning from STEM OPT to H-1B visa, your work authorization continues automatically during cap-gap if your employer files before your OPT EAD expires on April 1. Confirm with USCIS guidance that your employer's petition reaches USCIS before that date, not just that it's been prepared.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Storage Engineer role qualify for STEM OPT?
Yes, if two conditions are met. First, your degree must appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by USCIS, with computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, and information systems being the most common qualifying fields. Second, the role must provide training related to that STEM field. O*NET classifies Storage Engineers under computer and information technology occupations, which supports the connection between a qualifying degree and the position.
What does my employer need to do to hire me on STEM OPT?
Your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify and co-sign your I-983 training plan before your STEM OPT extension begins. The I-983 requires them to describe the specific learning objectives, supervision structure, and how the role connects to your STEM degree. If the employer isn't enrolled in E-Verify, they cannot legally employ you under STEM OPT, regardless of how strong the job offer is.
How do I find Storage Engineer jobs where the employer is already enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate surfaces Storage Engineer roles at employers enrolled in E-Verify, so you can identify STEM OPT-compatible opportunities without confirming enrollment manually with every company. This is especially useful for storage and infrastructure positions at mid-size firms, which may have E-Verify enrollment but don't advertise it in job postings.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Storage Engineer?
The I-983 must document learning objectives that tie directly to your STEM degree, the supervision arrangement, and how the employer will evaluate your progress. For Storage Engineer roles, strong I-983 entries reference technical competencies like SAN management, data replication, backup architecture, or cloud storage integration. Generic entries like 'gain experience in IT' are frequently returned for revision by DSOs and can delay your extension start date.
What happens to my STEM OPT status if my Storage Engineer contract ends early?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new qualifying position, transfer to a different immigration status, or depart the country. You must report the end of employment to your DSO through SEVIS. If you secure a new role within the grace period, your DSO updates your I-20 with the new employer's information and a revised I-983 must be submitted before you begin work.