STEM OPT Technical Solutions Consultant Jobs
Technical Solutions Consultant roles sit at the intersection of engineering and client-facing problem-solving, making them a strong fit for STEM OPT graduates in computer science, information systems, and engineering fields. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your role connects directly to your STEM degree.
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Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 3 years of experience troubleshooting technical issues for internal/external partners or customers.
- Experience with Debugging and Troubleshooting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering or Applied Science, or a related field.
- Experience with stakeholder management.
- Experience with Product Roadmaps.
ABOUT THE JOB
As a Technical Solutions Consultant, you will be responsible for the technical relationship of our largest advertising clients and/or product partners. You will lead cross-functional teams in Engineering, Sales and Product Management to leverage emerging technologies for our external clients/partners. From concept design and testing to data analysis and support, you will oversee the technical execution and business operations of Google's online advertising platforms and/or product partnerships.
You will be able to balance business and partner needs with technical constraints, develop innovative, cutting edge solutions and act as a partner and consultant to those you are working with. You will also be able to build tools and automate products, oversee the technical execution and business operations of Google's partnerships, as well as develop product strategy and prioritize projects and resources.
In this role, you will serve as a primary technical point of contact and account manager for Home Hardware and Software partnerships, empowering partners to successfully integrate with Google Home platform services and devices. You will leverage deep understanding of product functionality and integration acumen to provide expert guidance on design, development, and integration of Google's Home products to impact millions of end users - translating partner use cases into actionable recommendations. You will create comprehensive resources, including partner onboarding and integration processes and materials, program roadmaps, and reports, and contribute to product planning where appropriate. You will work closely with our Product and Engineering teams to ensure partner needs are heard/actioned.
The Google Home team focuses on hardware, software and services offerings for the home, ranging from thermostats to smart displays. The Home team researches, designs, and develops new technologies and hardware to make users’ homes more helpful. Our mission is the helpful home: to create a home that cares for the people inside it and the world around it.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $126000 - $180000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Understand partner use cases and offer insights and recommendations on development integration, acting as a subject matter expert.
- Drive partners and internal teams toward successful, on-time launches.
- Manage program launch timelines, mitigate risks, and communicate with cross-functional teams and partners.
- Communicate technical feedback from partners to the Product and Software Engineering teams.
- Travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain View, CA, USA; New York, NY, USA.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 3 years of experience troubleshooting technical issues for internal/external partners or customers.
- Experience with Debugging and Troubleshooting.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s degree in Business, Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Engineering or Applied Science, or a related field.
- Experience with stakeholder management.
- Experience with Product Roadmaps.
ABOUT THE JOB
As a Technical Solutions Consultant, you will be responsible for the technical relationship of our largest advertising clients and/or product partners. You will lead cross-functional teams in Engineering, Sales and Product Management to leverage emerging technologies for our external clients/partners. From concept design and testing to data analysis and support, you will oversee the technical execution and business operations of Google's online advertising platforms and/or product partnerships.
You will be able to balance business and partner needs with technical constraints, develop innovative, cutting edge solutions and act as a partner and consultant to those you are working with. You will also be able to build tools and automate products, oversee the technical execution and business operations of Google's partnerships, as well as develop product strategy and prioritize projects and resources.
In this role, you will serve as a primary technical point of contact and account manager for Home Hardware and Software partnerships, empowering partners to successfully integrate with Google Home platform services and devices. You will leverage deep understanding of product functionality and integration acumen to provide expert guidance on design, development, and integration of Google's Home products to impact millions of end users - translating partner use cases into actionable recommendations. You will create comprehensive resources, including partner onboarding and integration processes and materials, program roadmaps, and reports, and contribute to product planning where appropriate. You will work closely with our Product and Engineering teams to ensure partner needs are heard/actioned.
The Google Home team focuses on hardware, software and services offerings for the home, ranging from thermostats to smart displays. The Home team researches, designs, and develops new technologies and hardware to make users’ homes more helpful. Our mission is the helpful home: to create a home that cares for the people inside it and the world around it.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $126000 - $180000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Understand partner use cases and offer insights and recommendations on development integration, acting as a subject matter expert.
- Drive partners and internal teams toward successful, on-time launches.
- Manage program launch timelines, mitigate risks, and communicate with cross-functional teams and partners.
- Communicate technical feedback from partners to the Product and Software Engineering teams.
- Travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Verify your CIP code matches the role
Pull your degree's CIP code from your I-20 and cross-reference it against the SOC code for Technical Solutions Consultant roles using O*NET. A mismatch between your field of study and the role's occupational classification is the most common reason DSOs reject STEM OPT extension requests.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting
Ask your recruiter to provide the company's E-Verify Employer ID or search the E-Verify employer search tool directly. An employer that isn't enrolled cannot legally employ you on STEM OPT, and enrolling takes time, so verify this before you reach the offer stage.
Build a degree-to-role narrative for your application
Hiring managers at technical consulting firms often screen STEM OPT candidates on whether the role genuinely requires your degree. Prepare a written explanation connecting your STEM coursework, such as systems analysis or software engineering, to the specific client problem-solving responsibilities in the job description.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Technical Solutions Consultant roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications, which signals they understand the visa compliance process and have sponsored similar roles before. This cuts down time spent on employers who will stall at the paperwork stage.
Draft your I-983 training plan before your start date
USCIS requires a completed I-983 before you begin STEM OPT employment. Work with your employer contact, often a manager or HR lead, to document specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. Generic job descriptions copied into the form are a leading cause of DSO rejections.
Understand cap-gap coverage if your H-1B is selected
If you're in STEM OPT when an H-1B visa petition is filed on your behalf and the cap lottery selects it, cap-gap rules automatically extend your work authorization through September 30 of that year. Confirm with your DSO that your OPT end date and petition receipt dates align to avoid any gap in employment authorization.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Solutions Consultant role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on whether the role's SOC code aligns with your degree's CIP code and meets USCIS's definition of a STEM-designated field. Most Technical Solutions Consultant positions are classified under SOC codes in computer and information systems or industrial engineering, which are covered fields. Confirm the match with your DSO before accepting an offer, since your employer's job description language affects the I-983 approval.
What STEM degrees make you eligible for this extension in this role?
Degrees in computer science, information systems, software engineering, systems engineering, and applied mathematics are the most commonly accepted for Technical Solutions Consultant roles. The key is that your degree's CIP code must appear on the STEM Designated Degree Program List maintained by the Department of Homeland Security, and your DSO must confirm the match before approving the extension on your I-20.
How do I find Technical Solutions Consultant jobs where the employer is already E-Verify enrolled?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified E-Verify enrollment and LCA filing history, so you're not wasting applications on companies that can't legally hire STEM OPT students. You can also cross-check any employer directly through the E-Verify employer search function before submitting an application.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Technical Solutions Consultant position?
Your I-983 must describe how the day-to-day responsibilities of the role, such as diagnosing technical issues, designing client-specific solutions, or analyzing system performance, directly apply knowledge from your STEM degree. USCIS expects specific learning objectives, not a restatement of your job description. Your employer's designated training supervisor signs off, and your DSO must approve the plan before your STEM OPT start date.
What happens to my STEM OPT if my H-1B petition is filed while I'm working as a Technical Solutions Consultant?
If your employer files an H-1B cap-subject petition before your OPT expires and USCIS selects it in the lottery, cap-gap provisions extend your OPT work authorization automatically through September 30 of the fiscal year the H-1B takes effect. You can continue working in your Technical Solutions Consultant role during this period without interruption, provided your employer maintains E-Verify enrollment and your I-983 remains on file.