STEM OPT Technology Lead Jobs
Technology Lead roles sit squarely within STEM OPT eligibility, drawing on engineering, computer science, and information systems degrees. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension gives you up to 36 months total to work for an E-Verify-enrolled employer, making this a strong window to build technical leadership experience in the U.S.
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Saxon Global is one of the fastest growing Inc 500 Companies in the US, providing enhanced IT consulting, and engineering solution services from past 16 years. Saxon global specializes in Business Intelligence, Mobility, Big Data & Cloud and provides IT tools and services to help organizations across industry verticals such as Financial Services, Retail, Telecom, Healthcare, Banking and Media Entertainment for their continued growth.
Job Description
Preferred:
- At least 4 years’ experience of Data warehousing concepts, dimensional Star Schema and Snowflakes Schema methodology.
- At least 4 years of Expertise in Data Warehousing ETL Tool DataStage using Components like DataStage Designer and Datastage Director
- Develop ETL code that meets technical specifications and business requirements according to the established designs and framework
- Expertise in designing DataStage Parallel Jobs, Job Sequencing, Creating Parameter Sets, Environment Variables and Creating Parallel Routines, Data Cleansing and Writing Transformation expressions to derive values and remove unwanted data.
- Expertise in shell scripting and SQL
- Scheduling tool experience
- In depth experience in troubleshooting of DataStage jobs and addressing issues like performance tuning.
- Creates other technical deliverable artifacts such as source-to-target mappings, implementation handbooks etc. needed for project implementation
- Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment.
- Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment.
- Communication and Analytical skills
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education
- At least 4 years of experience with Information Technology
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Saxon Global is one of the fastest growing Inc 500 Companies in the US, providing enhanced IT consulting, and engineering solution services from past 16 years. Saxon global specializes in Business Intelligence, Mobility, Big Data & Cloud and provides IT tools and services to help organizations across industry verticals such as Financial Services, Retail, Telecom, Healthcare, Banking and Media Entertainment for their continued growth.
Job Description
Preferred:
- At least 4 years’ experience of Data warehousing concepts, dimensional Star Schema and Snowflakes Schema methodology.
- At least 4 years of Expertise in Data Warehousing ETL Tool DataStage using Components like DataStage Designer and Datastage Director
- Develop ETL code that meets technical specifications and business requirements according to the established designs and framework
- Expertise in designing DataStage Parallel Jobs, Job Sequencing, Creating Parameter Sets, Environment Variables and Creating Parallel Routines, Data Cleansing and Writing Transformation expressions to derive values and remove unwanted data.
- Expertise in shell scripting and SQL
- Scheduling tool experience
- In depth experience in troubleshooting of DataStage jobs and addressing issues like performance tuning.
- Creates other technical deliverable artifacts such as source-to-target mappings, implementation handbooks etc. needed for project implementation
- Ability to work in team in diverse/ multiple stakeholder environment.
- Experience and desire to work in a Global delivery environment.
- Communication and Analytical skills
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education
- At least 4 years of experience with Information Technology
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization in Technology Lead
Verify your CIP code before applying
Check that your degree's Classification of Instructional Programs code maps to an approved STEM field on USCIS's STEM Designated Degree Program List. Technology Lead roles often require computer science or engineering credentials, and a mismatched CIP code will block your extension.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Look up any prospective employer in the E-Verify employer search database before your first interview. A Technology Lead role at a company not enrolled in E-Verify cannot support your STEM OPT extension, regardless of the job's technical content.
Tailor your I-983 to leadership deliverables
Your I-983 training plan must connect the Technology Lead responsibilities, such as architecture decisions and team mentorship, to specific STEM learning objectives. Generic descriptions of software work get flagged by DSOs; tie each goal to a measurable technical or engineering outcome.
Use OFLC Wage Search to benchmark your offer
Technology Lead titles span a wide wage range across SOC codes. Pull the prevailing wage for your specific occupation and metro area using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, so you can confirm the offer meets DOL standards required under your training plan.
Target employers with active H-1B filing history
Companies that file H-1B petitions regularly already have immigration infrastructure and legal counsel familiar with STEM OPT requirements. Use Migrate Mate to filter Technology Lead openings by verified DOL Labor Condition Application data, surfacing employers with a real sponsorship track record.
File your extension at least 90 days before OPT expires
Submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS at least 90 days before your current EAD expires. If your application is timely filed and a cap-gap applies, you're covered while the petition is pending, but a late submission leaves a gap in your work authorization.
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Find Technology Lead JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Technology Lead role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
Yes, if the role directly applies your STEM degree and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify. Technology Lead positions typically fall under computer and information systems or engineering SOC codes, which align with approved STEM fields. Your DSO will confirm the CIP-to-occupation match when certifying your I-983 training plan.
What goes into the I-983 training plan for a Technology Lead position?
Your I-983 must describe concrete STEM learning goals tied to your Technology Lead responsibilities, such as applying systems design principles, leading architectural reviews, or building and deploying scalable infrastructure. Vague descriptions of managing a team won't satisfy DSO review. Both you and your employer must sign the plan, and your employer is required to be enrolled in E-Verify before submitting.
How do I find Technology Lead jobs where the employer is enrolled in E-Verify?
Migrate Mate filters Technology Lead openings by verified E-Verify enrollment and DOL Labor Condition Application filing data, so you can see which employers have a documented history of hiring international talent before you apply. Cross-referencing LCA filings also shows whether a company has sponsored roles at your level.
What happens to my STEM OPT authorization if I'm in cap-gap status as a Technology Lead?
If your H-1B petition is filed before your current EAD expires and you remain in the same or a related STEM role, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year. You can continue in your Technology Lead position during this period, but you must stay with the same E-Verify-enrolled employer that filed the petition.
Can I work as a Technology Lead in a fully remote role on STEM OPT?
Remote work is permitted on STEM OPT, but your employer must still be enrolled in E-Verify and you must remain an employee, not an independent contractor. Your I-983 training plan should reflect the actual work location or note remote status, and your employer is responsible for reporting any material changes to your DSO within five business days.
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