STEM OPT Technical Lead Manager Jobs

Technical Lead Manager roles sit at the intersection of engineering execution and people leadership, making them a strong fit for STEM OPT graduates with degrees in computer science, software engineering, or related fields. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your training plan aligns with your STEM CIP code.

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Open Jobs957+
Work Type82% On-site
Top LocationNew York, NY
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Capgemini
Senior Manager (Technical Lead)
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Capgemini
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Senior Manager (Technical Lead)
Capgemini
Chicago, Illinois
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Program Management
Project Management
$214k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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JPS Tech Solutions LLC
OnBase Technical Lead
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JPS Tech Solutions LLC
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OnBase Technical Lead
JPS Tech Solutions LLC
Remote
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Program Management
$75 - $80/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Milwaukee Tool
Assistant Mgr, Service NPD
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Milwaukee Tool
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Assistant Mgr, Service NPD
Milwaukee Tool
Brookfield, Wisconsin
Project & Program Management
Product Management
Business Operations
Project Management
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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VIVA
OnBase Technical Lead
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VIVA
Added 2w ago
OnBase Technical Lead
VIVA
Remote
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Program Management
$71 - $76/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
11-50

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SEGULA Technologies
Systems Technical Lead
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SEGULA Technologies
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Systems Technical Lead
SEGULA Technologies
Auburn Hills, Michigan
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Specialized Engineering
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Technical Lead Manager

Verify your CIP code covers this role

Pull your I-20 and confirm your STEM CIP code maps to software engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. O*NET classifies Technical Lead Manager under computer and information systems management, so mismatched codes can invalidate your extension eligibility before you even apply.

Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers

Ask your recruiter for the company's E-Verify employer ID or have HR pull the enrollment status from the E-Verify portal. An employer who can't produce that ID cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, regardless of how willing they are to sponsor.

Frame your I-983 around engineering leadership outcomes

Generic training plans get flagged during USCIS audits. Write your I-983 learning objectives around specific technical deliverables you'll own, team size you'll manage, and measurable engineering outcomes, so the plan clearly justifies full-time employment in a STEM-qualifying role.

Target companies with active H-1B filing histories

Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have filed H-1B visa petitions for software engineering or management roles. These companies already have immigration infrastructure in place, which matters when your STEM OPT ends and you need a cap-gap or H-1B transition without delays.

Negotiate your start date around DSO processing time

STEM OPT extensions require DSO approval and USCIS processing before your initial OPT ends. Filing within the 90-day window before your EAD expires is required, but many applicants underestimate how long their school's DSO needs. Negotiate a start date that gives you at least six weeks of buffer.

Address cap-gap proactively in offer conversations

If your STEM OPT ends before October 1 of an H-1B approval year, cap-gap rules automatically extend your work authorization. Explain this to hiring managers early so a late-summer end date doesn't kill your offer, and point them to USCIS guidance if they're unfamiliar with the rule.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my STEM degree qualify me for the STEM OPT extension in a Technical Lead Manager role?

Your eligibility depends on whether your degree's CIP code falls on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List and whether the Technical Lead Manager role is directly related to that field. Degrees in computer science, electrical engineering, software engineering, and information systems generally qualify. Your DSO confirms the CIP code match when endorsing your I-20 for the extension.

Is the E-Verify requirement strict for Technical Lead Manager positions?

Yes, and there's no workaround. USCIS requires your employer to be actively enrolled in E-Verify before your STEM OPT extension is approved. If the company is enrolled but using a staffing agency or PEO as the legal employer of record, that entity must hold the E-Verify enrollment, not just the end client. Confirm which entity signs your I-983 and verify that entity's enrollment status.

What should my I-983 training plan include for a Technical Lead Manager role?

Your I-983 must tie specific job duties to concrete STEM learning objectives. For a Technical Lead Manager role, that means documenting which engineering systems you'll design or oversee, how team leadership connects to your technical degree, and measurable outcomes like product delivery milestones or architectural decisions. Vague descriptions referencing generic management tasks increase audit risk with USCIS.

How does cap-gap protection work if my STEM OPT ends mid-year?

If your employer files an H-1B petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires, cap-gap rules extend your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year, or until USCIS adjudicates your petition. You can continue working without interruption during this period. Your employer must file before expiration, not after, so plan the H-1B timeline accordingly.

Where can I find Technical Lead Manager jobs at E-Verify-enrolled employers?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for STEM OPT-eligible employers, so you can search Technical Lead Manager roles without manually cross-referencing E-Verify enrollment for every company. The platform surfaces employers with documented H-1B and STEM OPT filing histories, which also signals they have HR and legal processes ready to support your training plan and eventual visa transition.