STEM OPT Technical Solutions Engineer Jobs
Technical Solutions Engineer roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, drawing on engineering, computer science, and information technology degrees. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, giving you up to 36 months total to build U.S. experience, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify before your extension starts.
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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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Confirm your CIP code before applying
Not every STEM degree automatically qualifies. Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list before submitting your STEM OPT extension request to your DSO. Computer science, electrical engineering, and information systems codes are commonly approved for Technical Solutions Engineer roles.
Verify E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your STEM OPT extension is void if your employer isn't E-Verify enrolled at the time of your start date. Search the E-Verify employer search tool by company name and hiring location to confirm enrollment before signing anything.
Frame your technical background around customer-facing systems experience
Technical Solutions Engineers blend engineering depth with client problem-solving. Highlight experience with APIs, cloud platforms, or enterprise software integrations in your resume. Employers filing for OPT workers in this role need your technical credentials to align with the job's complexity.
Use Migrate Mate to target employers with STEM OPT hiring history
Filter your Technical Solutions Engineer job search on Migrate Mate to surface employers with documented STEM OPT and E-Verify compliance. This narrows your list to companies that have already navigated the I-983 training plan process, cutting wasted applications significantly.
Build your I-983 training plan around measurable learning goals
Your employer must sign and co-develop the I-983 before your extension begins. For Technical Solutions Engineer roles, map goals to specific technical competencies like solution architecture, integration troubleshooting, or customer deployment cycles rather than vague job duties.
Start your STEM OPT extension request 90 days before OPT expires
USCIS allows you to file your I-765 extension up to 90 days before your initial OPT end date. Filing early protects your cap-gap coverage if your employer later files an H-1B visa petition, keeping your work authorization continuous through the transition.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Solutions Engineer role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if your degree is in a DHS-designated STEM field such as computer science, electrical engineering, computer information systems, or a related discipline. The role must also directly apply your STEM knowledge. Check that your degree's CIP code appears on the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program list and confirm the match with your DSO before filing.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for this role?
Your I-983 must outline specific, measurable learning objectives tied to your STEM degree and the Technical Solutions Engineer position. For this role, that typically means documenting goals around systems integration, technical troubleshooting methodologies, or client solution design. Both you and your employer sign the form, and your DSO must receive it before your extension is approved. Generic job descriptions don't satisfy the requirement.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Use the E-Verify employer search tool to look up your employer by company name and worksite location. Enrollment must be active at the location where you'll work, not just at a corporate headquarters in another state. If your employer isn't enrolled, they must complete E-Verify registration before USCIS will approve your STEM OPT extension. This step can't be skipped or done retroactively.
What happens to my work authorization if my employer files an H-1B petition during my STEM OPT?
If your employer files a timely H-1B cap-subject petition before your STEM OPT expires, cap-gap protection automatically extends your OPT EAD until October 1 of that fiscal year, or until USCIS makes a final decision on the petition, whichever comes first. You don't need a new EAD during cap-gap. Confirm your petition's receipt notice date aligns with USCIS timelines to ensure continuous coverage.
Where can I find Technical Solutions Engineer jobs with STEM OPT-eligible employers?
Migrate Mate lists Technical Solutions Engineer openings filtered for employers with E-Verify enrollment and documented experience hiring STEM OPT workers. Searching there avoids the common problem of applying to companies that don't understand the I-983 process or haven't registered with E-Verify, which can cost you weeks of back-and-forth during an offer stage.