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Georgia's fintech sector, anchored in Atlanta's 'Transaction Alley' corridor and home to major employers like NCR Voyix, Global Payments, and Fiserv, offers F-1 OPT holders real opportunities in payments technology, financial software, and data analytics. Companies across metro Atlanta actively hire international students for roles that align with OPT authorization in STEM and business fields.
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Purchasing Power is a leading employee purchase program that helps people buy the products and services they need through the convenience of payroll deduction. As part of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), a FinTech holding company with more than 20 years of experience, we’re focused on building simple, responsible financial solutions that put people first. PROG Holdings’ portfolio includes Progressive Leasing, a market leader in lease‑to‑own solutions, Purchasing Power, and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform — all united by a commitment to innovation, access, and meaningful impact.
We’re looking for a Data Engineer to support the development and operation of our enterprise data platform. This role is highly tactical and execution‑focused, contributing directly to the reliability, scalability, and performance of our AWS‑based data ecosystem.
You’ll work closely with the Senior Director of Data Engineering and platform team to design, build, and maintain streaming and batch data pipelines, supporting real‑time ingestion, transformation, and delivery into analytics and reporting systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in distributed systems and wants to have a direct impact on how data is delivered across the business.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
Data Pipeline Development:
- Develop and maintain streaming and batch data pipelines using Kafka, Spark, and related technologies
- Implement ingestion pipelines using Kafka Connect and CDC patterns
- Build transformation and enrichment processes using Spark and PySpark
- Ensure reliable data delivery to downstream platforms including Greenplum, Elastic, S3, and analytics tools
Streaming Platform Support:
- Support Kafka topic configuration, partitioning strategies, and consumer group management
- Assist with schema registration and schema evolution practices
- Troubleshoot streaming pipeline issues and optimize performance
- Help maintain data integrity and reliability across distributed systems
Data Processing & Transformation:
- Implement business logic and transformations within Spark processing frameworks
- Develop and maintain Airflow DAGs (or equivalent orchestration workflows)
- Build lookup and enrichment logic for streaming and batch pipelines
- Ensure data quality through validation, monitoring, and alerting practices
Platform Operations:
- Monitor pipeline performance, failures, and data latency
- Assist with observability and monitoring using tools such as Elastic and Kibana
- Support incident resolution and root‑cause analysis for data pipeline issues
- Contribute to system performance tuning and platform optimization
Collaboration:
- Work closely with the Data Engineering Manager to implement platform architecture
- Partner with analytics and reporting teams to support BI and data delivery needs
- Assist with evolving platform integrations and modernization initiatives
WHAT YOU BRING
- 3–5+ years of experience in data engineering or distributed data systems
- Hands‑on experience building and maintaining pipelines using Spark / PySpark
- Experience working with Kafka or other streaming platforms
- Strong SQL skills and experience with data transformation
- Experience with data orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow
- Familiarity with AWS‑based data environments
- Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills for data pipelines
- Curiosity, adaptability, and comfort working in evolving technical environments
- AI‑enabled tools are already part of how work gets done across our organization, and their use will continue to expand over time. We value people who are curious, adaptable, and open to learning as roles and workflows evolve.
WHY THIS ROLE IS UNIQUE
- We act with intensity, urgency, and a passion for supporting our customers and growing our business
- We hold ourselves accountable and approach challenges with a positive, “can‑do” mindset
- We deliver as one team, working with integrity, trust, transparency, and respect
- We believe diversity, authenticity, and curiosity make us better and fuel innovation
- We continuously ask: Is there a better way?
WHAT WE OFFER
- Hybrid work model (Atlanta‑based)
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, company‑paid Basic Life & AD&D
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Career Development opportunities
- Employee Purchase Program
INTRODUCTION
Purchasing Power is a leading employee purchase program that helps people buy the products and services they need through the convenience of payroll deduction. As part of PROG Holdings (NYSE: PRG), a FinTech holding company with more than 20 years of experience, we’re focused on building simple, responsible financial solutions that put people first. PROG Holdings’ portfolio includes Progressive Leasing, a market leader in lease‑to‑own solutions, Purchasing Power, and Four, a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) platform — all united by a commitment to innovation, access, and meaningful impact.
We’re looking for a Data Engineer to support the development and operation of our enterprise data platform. This role is highly tactical and execution‑focused, contributing directly to the reliability, scalability, and performance of our AWS‑based data ecosystem.
You’ll work closely with the Senior Director of Data Engineering and platform team to design, build, and maintain streaming and batch data pipelines, supporting real‑time ingestion, transformation, and delivery into analytics and reporting systems. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in distributed systems and wants to have a direct impact on how data is delivered across the business.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
Data Pipeline Development:
- Develop and maintain streaming and batch data pipelines using Kafka, Spark, and related technologies
- Implement ingestion pipelines using Kafka Connect and CDC patterns
- Build transformation and enrichment processes using Spark and PySpark
- Ensure reliable data delivery to downstream platforms including Greenplum, Elastic, S3, and analytics tools
Streaming Platform Support:
- Support Kafka topic configuration, partitioning strategies, and consumer group management
- Assist with schema registration and schema evolution practices
- Troubleshoot streaming pipeline issues and optimize performance
- Help maintain data integrity and reliability across distributed systems
Data Processing & Transformation:
- Implement business logic and transformations within Spark processing frameworks
- Develop and maintain Airflow DAGs (or equivalent orchestration workflows)
- Build lookup and enrichment logic for streaming and batch pipelines
- Ensure data quality through validation, monitoring, and alerting practices
Platform Operations:
- Monitor pipeline performance, failures, and data latency
- Assist with observability and monitoring using tools such as Elastic and Kibana
- Support incident resolution and root‑cause analysis for data pipeline issues
- Contribute to system performance tuning and platform optimization
Collaboration:
- Work closely with the Data Engineering Manager to implement platform architecture
- Partner with analytics and reporting teams to support BI and data delivery needs
- Assist with evolving platform integrations and modernization initiatives
WHAT YOU BRING
- 3–5+ years of experience in data engineering or distributed data systems
- Hands‑on experience building and maintaining pipelines using Spark / PySpark
- Experience working with Kafka or other streaming platforms
- Strong SQL skills and experience with data transformation
- Experience with data orchestration tools such as Apache Airflow
- Familiarity with AWS‑based data environments
- Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills for data pipelines
- Curiosity, adaptability, and comfort working in evolving technical environments
- AI‑enabled tools are already part of how work gets done across our organization, and their use will continue to expand over time. We value people who are curious, adaptable, and open to learning as roles and workflows evolve.
WHY THIS ROLE IS UNIQUE
- We act with intensity, urgency, and a passion for supporting our customers and growing our business
- We hold ourselves accountable and approach challenges with a positive, “can‑do” mindset
- We deliver as one team, working with integrity, trust, transparency, and respect
- We believe diversity, authenticity, and curiosity make us better and fuel innovation
- We continuously ask: Is there a better way?
WHAT WE OFFER
- Hybrid work model (Atlanta‑based)
- Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, company‑paid Basic Life & AD&D
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Career Development opportunities
- Employee Purchase Program
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Which fintech companies in Georgia sponsor F-1 OPT visa holders?
Atlanta-based payment processing giants like Global Payments, NCR Voyix, and Fiserv have established track records of hiring international students on F-1 OPT. Smaller fintech firms and startups in the Atlanta tech corridor also participate in OPT hiring, particularly for engineering and data roles. Sponsorship willingness varies by company size, role type, and current headcount, so researching individual employers before applying is worthwhile.
Which cities in Georgia have the most fintech F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs?
Atlanta accounts for the overwhelming majority of fintech F-1 OPT opportunities in Georgia. The Buckhead and Midtown neighborhoods concentrate many financial technology offices, and the broader metro area including Alpharetta and Sandy Springs hosts payment processing and financial software companies. Outside metro Atlanta, fintech hiring activity drops off significantly, so most F-1 OPT job seekers focus their search on the Atlanta area.
What types of fintech roles typically qualify for F-1 OPT sponsorship in Georgia?
Software engineering, data science, quantitative analysis, and cybersecurity roles are the most common OPT-eligible positions at Georgia fintech companies. Roles in product management, financial analysis, and compliance can also qualify, particularly when the position directly aligns with the student's degree field. STEM OPT extension eligibility depends on whether the role and degree meet STEM designation criteria, so students should verify their specific degree classification with their DSO.
How do I find fintech F-1 OPT sponsorship jobs in Georgia?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international students and filters jobs by visa type, including F-1 OPT, and by industry, so you can search directly for fintech roles in Georgia without sifting through listings that don't offer sponsorship. Beyond Migrate Mate, attending Atlanta fintech networking events and Georgia Tech career fairs can surface opportunities with employers already familiar with OPT hiring requirements.
Are there any Georgia-specific considerations for F-1 OPT sponsorship in fintech?
Georgia's fintech concentration in payments processing means many open roles are at large, established companies with dedicated HR and immigration support, which can simplify the OPT hiring process compared to smaller startups. However, some highly regulated financial roles involving access to banking systems may involve background checks or citizenship preferences that limit OPT eligibility. Students should confirm OPT authorization aligns with their specific job offer before accepting, and consult their DSO for any status questions.
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