Telecom STEM OPT Jobs in California
Telecom F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in California are concentrated across the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where carriers like AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, along with networking firms and satellite operators, regularly file Labor Condition Applications for engineering, network architecture, and data analytics roles that qualify under STEM OPT designation.
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Job Description:
Are You The Person We're Looking For?
BlackBerry AtHoc is seeking talented Software Developers to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and evolution of a highly scalable mass notification and critical communications platform used by millions of users worldwide.
You will work across the full software development lifecycle, helping to build cloud-based and on-premises solutions that deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance communications during critical situations. This position offers the opportunity to solve complex distributed systems challenges while working alongside experienced software engineers, architects, product managers, and quality engineers.
- Design, develop, troubleshoot, and enhance software applications, services, and platform components supporting BlackBerry AtHoc's critical event management solutions.
- Develop new APIs, web services, and scalable backend software components that enable secure and reliable communication across multiple channels.
- Drive the development and ongoing evolution of AtHoc's mass notification platform.
- Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture, design, implementation, testing, deployment, maintenance, and operational support.
- Collaborate closely with Product Management, Quality Engineering, DevOps, and Software Development teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Evaluate, define, recommend, and implement scalable architectural solutions for both cloud-native and on-premises products.
- Develop software and tools in support of system infrastructure, operational efficiency, security, and platform reliability.
- Analyze and resolve complex technical issues involving performance, scalability, availability, and security.
- Contribute to modernization initiatives, platform improvements, and cloud transformation efforts.
- Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions to ensure engineering excellence and maintainability.
- Help drive best practices around software architecture, testing, automation, and DevOps.
- Influence the future technical direction of products that help organizations protect people and respond to critical situations.
What You'll Bring
- Professional experience designing and developing enterprise software applications.
- Strong programming experience in one or more languages such as Java, C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, or C++.
- Experience developing RESTful APIs, web services, or microservices-based applications.
- Understanding of software design patterns, object-oriented programming principles, and distributed systems architecture.
- Experience working with source control systems such as Git.
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
Nice To Have
- Experience designing and developing SaaS or cloud-native applications.
- Experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments.
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Experience building highly available, scalable, and resilient distributed systems.
- Knowledge of messaging systems, event-driven architectures, or real-time communications platforms.
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure software development practices.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$188,800 - $246,750
Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of anticipated base compensation for the position. The actual compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and is contingent upon multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and results of assessments conducted during the hiring process.
Bonus:
The BlackBerry Variable Incentive Pay (VIP) program is an organization-wide bonus incentive program which aims to reward full-time eligible employees for their contribution to BlackBerry’s success. VIP payments are made in addition to base salary and factor in company’s performance as a way for employees to share in BlackBerry’s achievements.
Benefits:
The BlackBerry Employee Benefits programs offer a wide range of benefits that support your physical, financial and personal well-being. BlackBerry remains committed to offering affordable benefits including coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, retirement, employee share purchase program and paid-time-off to those that meet the eligibility requirements.
Disclosure of Position Status:
This is an active opening. We are seeking to fill this position immediately.
Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence:
We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team.
Worker Sub-Type:
Regular
Job Description:
Are You The Person We're Looking For?
BlackBerry AtHoc is seeking talented Software Developers to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and evolution of a highly scalable mass notification and critical communications platform used by millions of users worldwide.
You will work across the full software development lifecycle, helping to build cloud-based and on-premises solutions that deliver reliable, secure, and high-performance communications during critical situations. This position offers the opportunity to solve complex distributed systems challenges while working alongside experienced software engineers, architects, product managers, and quality engineers.
- Design, develop, troubleshoot, and enhance software applications, services, and platform components supporting BlackBerry AtHoc's critical event management solutions.
- Develop new APIs, web services, and scalable backend software components that enable secure and reliable communication across multiple channels.
- Drive the development and ongoing evolution of AtHoc's mass notification platform.
- Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, architecture, design, implementation, testing, deployment, maintenance, and operational support.
- Collaborate closely with Product Management, Quality Engineering, DevOps, and Software Development teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
- Evaluate, define, recommend, and implement scalable architectural solutions for both cloud-native and on-premises products.
- Develop software and tools in support of system infrastructure, operational efficiency, security, and platform reliability.
- Analyze and resolve complex technical issues involving performance, scalability, availability, and security.
- Contribute to modernization initiatives, platform improvements, and cloud transformation efforts.
- Participate in code reviews and technical design discussions to ensure engineering excellence and maintainability.
- Help drive best practices around software architecture, testing, automation, and DevOps.
- Influence the future technical direction of products that help organizations protect people and respond to critical situations.
What You'll Bring
- Professional experience designing and developing enterprise software applications.
- Strong programming experience in one or more languages such as Java, C#, Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, Go, or C++.
- Experience developing RESTful APIs, web services, or microservices-based applications.
- Understanding of software design patterns, object-oriented programming principles, and distributed systems architecture.
- Experience working with source control systems such as Git.
- Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and analytical problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline.
Nice To Have
- Experience designing and developing SaaS or cloud-native applications.
- Experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Familiarity with Docker, Kubernetes, and containerized deployments.
- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Experience building highly available, scalable, and resilient distributed systems.
- Knowledge of messaging systems, event-driven architectures, or real-time communications platforms.
- Experience working in Agile development environments.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and secure software development practices.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Compensation Range:
$188,800 - $246,750
Please be advised that the compensation hiring range indicated herein is provided solely as a good-faith estimate of anticipated base compensation for the position. The actual compensation offered will be determined at the time of hire and is contingent upon multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated skills, and results of assessments conducted during the hiring process.
Bonus:
The BlackBerry Variable Incentive Pay (VIP) program is an organization-wide bonus incentive program which aims to reward full-time eligible employees for their contribution to BlackBerry’s success. VIP payments are made in addition to base salary and factor in company’s performance as a way for employees to share in BlackBerry’s achievements.
Benefits:
The BlackBerry Employee Benefits programs offer a wide range of benefits that support your physical, financial and personal well-being. BlackBerry remains committed to offering affordable benefits including coverage for medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, retirement, employee share purchase program and paid-time-off to those that meet the eligibility requirements.
Disclosure of Position Status:
This is an active opening. We are seeking to fill this position immediately.
Disclosure of Artificial Intelligence:
We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications are reviewed and evaluated by our hiring team.
STEM OPT Telecom Job Roles in California
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Search Telecom Jobs in CaliforniaTelecom STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
Which telecom companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in California?
Major carriers including AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon have California operations and have filed Labor Condition Applications for roles. Beyond the large carriers, networking infrastructure companies, satellite communications firms, and telecom software vendors headquartered in the Bay Area and Southern California also sponsor F-1 STEM OPT candidates. LCA filing history through OFLC records is a reliable indicator of a company's sponsorship activity.
Which cities in California have the most telecom F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
The San Francisco Bay Area leads, particularly San Jose and Santa Clara, home to telecom equipment manufacturers and network software companies. Los Angeles follows, with a concentration of wireless carriers, satellite operators, and media-telecom convergence firms. San Diego has a notable cluster of wireless and defense-communications companies. Smaller but active markets include Sacramento and Irvine in Orange County.
What types of telecom roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify must align with a STEM-designated degree field. In telecom, that typically includes network engineer, RF engineer, systems engineer, data analyst, software developer, cloud infrastructure engineer, and cybersecurity analyst positions. Roles requiring a bachelor's or higher in electrical engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related STEM field generally meet USCIS eligibility criteria for the STEM OPT extension.
How do I find telecom F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in California?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa type and industry, so you can search telecom roles in California that are open to F-1 STEM OPT candidates without sifting through postings from employers with no sponsorship history. Migrate Mate uses DOL Labor Condition Application data to surface employers with verified telecom sponsorship activity in California, helping you focus your applications on companies already familiar with the STEM OPT process.
Are there any California-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in telecom?
California's dense concentration of technology and telecom employers means more companies have in-house immigration support or established LCA filing processes, which can streamline the STEM OPT experience. California employers must also comply with state labor law alongside federal prevailing wage requirements. STEM OPT candidates must work for an E-Verify enrolled employer, and California's large university system produces significant telecom talent, so competition for STEM OPT roles at top employers can be meaningful.