STEM OPT Jobs in New York
F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New York are concentrated in finance and fintech along the Manhattan corridor, life sciences across Long Island and New Jersey border employers, and a dense tech sector spanning NYC's five boroughs and the Hudson Valley. New York's employer depth makes it one of the strongest STEM OPT markets in the country.
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Get Access To All JobsAbout us: Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.
Overview:
We are seeking a Salesforce Software Engineer III to serve as a hands-on engineer supporting our Salesforce Sales Cloud platform and broader sales technology ecosystem. This individual will design, develop, test, deploy, and support scalable Salesforce solutions that strengthen lead management, opportunity management, forecasting, pipeline visibility, seller productivity, and AI-enabled experiences. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components, Salesforce Flow, platform configuration, data modeling, security, and enterprise integrations, and can independently translate business requirements and solution designs into reliable technical implementations. This role will actively contribute across the full software development lifecycle, including estimation, code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD, production troubleshooting, and ongoing platform maintenance, while collaborating closely with technical leads, architects, product owners, and business partners. Success requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to quality, clear communication, and the ability to deliver maintainable solutions in a large-scale Agile environment.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve software to meet requirements
- Design and develop test automation code
- Complete complex program changes; self-directed
- Perform comprehensive analysis and design for broadly defined requirements
- Make significant technical contributions; contribute to technical direction
- Provide estimates required for user stories based on business requirements, specifications and designs
- Comply with and contribute to SDLC standards and CD/CI procedures to ensure consistency; introduce new standards and opportunities for improvements
- Monitor progress against task estimates to provide status
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for applications across environments, including high impact production issues
- Maintain existing code base, monitoring for failures in non-prod environments
- Support changes during quality assurance, user acceptance testing, and post implementation to ensure integrity of application
- Share technical expertise; guide and mentor others to maximize team effectiveness and quality
- Subject Matter Expert in a relevant technology or Paychex application
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline or equivalent work experience
- Salesforce Sales Cloud
- Hands-on Salesforce application development
- Apex development and triggers
- Lightning Web Components (LWC)
- SOQL and SOSL
- Salesforce Flow and platform automation
- Salesforce configuration, data modeling, and security
- REST and SOAP API integrations
- Unit testing, debugging, and root-cause analysis
- Git-based source control and CI/CD practices
- Agile delivery methodologies
- Ability to interpret requirements and solution designs
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Agentforce, Einstein AI, Prompt Builder, or related Salesforce AI capabilities
- Lead-to-opportunity lifecycle management
- Forecasting and pipeline management solutions
- Enterprise Salesforce implementation experience
- Automated testing and test data management
- Production support in a large-scale Salesforce environment
- Azure DevOps, Git, Copado, or Gearset
- Salesforce Data Cloud, CRM Analytics, or related platform capabilities
- Salesforce Platform Developer I or Platform Developer II certification
COMPENSATION:
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the base pay range for this position is $93,590 - $147,070 per year. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
LIVE THE PAYCHEX VALUES:
- Act with uncompromising integrity.
- Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
- Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
- Work in partnership and support each other.
- Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
- Treat each other with respect and dignity.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?:
We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.
Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.
Not sure if you meet every requirement?: At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.
About us: Paychex is reimagining how businesses manage their workforce by bringing payroll, HR, benefits, and advisory services together into a single connected HCM platform. As Paychex and Paycor come together, we're combining innovative technology, data-driven insights, AI, and human expertise to help organizations work smarter, support their people, and achieve better business outcomes. This is an exciting time to join our team as we continue to invest in innovation, simplify client experiences, and shape the future of work. At Paychex, you'll have the opportunity to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be part of something bigger as One Paychex.
Overview:
We are seeking a Salesforce Software Engineer III to serve as a hands-on engineer supporting our Salesforce Sales Cloud platform and broader sales technology ecosystem. This individual will design, develop, test, deploy, and support scalable Salesforce solutions that strengthen lead management, opportunity management, forecasting, pipeline visibility, seller productivity, and AI-enabled experiences. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with Apex, Lightning Web Components, Salesforce Flow, platform configuration, data modeling, security, and enterprise integrations, and can independently translate business requirements and solution designs into reliable technical implementations. This role will actively contribute across the full software development lifecycle, including estimation, code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD, production troubleshooting, and ongoing platform maintenance, while collaborating closely with technical leads, architects, product owners, and business partners. Success requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to quality, clear communication, and the ability to deliver maintainable solutions in a large-scale Agile environment.
Responsibilities:
- Develop, test, deploy, maintain and improve software to meet requirements
- Design and develop test automation code
- Complete complex program changes; self-directed
- Perform comprehensive analysis and design for broadly defined requirements
- Make significant technical contributions; contribute to technical direction
- Provide estimates required for user stories based on business requirements, specifications and designs
- Comply with and contribute to SDLC standards and CD/CI procedures to ensure consistency; introduce new standards and opportunities for improvements
- Monitor progress against task estimates to provide status
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting for applications across environments, including high impact production issues
- Maintain existing code base, monitoring for failures in non-prod environments
- Support changes during quality assurance, user acceptance testing, and post implementation to ensure integrity of application
- Share technical expertise; guide and mentor others to maximize team effectiveness and quality
- Subject Matter Expert in a relevant technology or Paychex application
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer related discipline or equivalent work experience
- Salesforce Sales Cloud
- Hands-on Salesforce application development
- Apex development and triggers
- Lightning Web Components (LWC)
- SOQL and SOSL
- Salesforce Flow and platform automation
- Salesforce configuration, data modeling, and security
- REST and SOAP API integrations
- Unit testing, debugging, and root-cause analysis
- Git-based source control and CI/CD practices
- Agile delivery methodologies
- Ability to interpret requirements and solution designs
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Agentforce, Einstein AI, Prompt Builder, or related Salesforce AI capabilities
- Lead-to-opportunity lifecycle management
- Forecasting and pipeline management solutions
- Enterprise Salesforce implementation experience
- Automated testing and test data management
- Production support in a large-scale Salesforce environment
- Azure DevOps, Git, Copado, or Gearset
- Salesforce Data Cloud, CRM Analytics, or related platform capabilities
- Salesforce Platform Developer I or Platform Developer II certification
COMPENSATION:
In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share that the base pay range for this position is $93,590 - $147,070 per year. Please keep in mind that this range is the base pay only and does not consider other components that make up the total rewards package for the position. If you are hired at Paychex, your overall compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience which may result in total compensation outside of this range.
LIVE THE PAYCHEX VALUES:
- Act with uncompromising integrity.
- Provide outstanding service and build trusted relationships.
- Drive innovation in our products and services and continually improve our processes.
- Work in partnership and support each other.
- Be personally accountable and deliver on commitments.
- Treat each other with respect and dignity.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?:
We value your well-being: We provide over 21 comprehensive rewards, including medical coverage, virtual wellness classes, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) + employer match, adoption assistance, financial assistance, and much more.
We value your time: From paid time off to company holidays, culture days, and comprehensive work-life balance programs, we will ensure you have the flexibility you need to be your best.
We value your development: Our award-winning training and development programs empower our employees with ongoing learning opportunities to give you the building blocks to grow your career.
We value your perspective: Our company culture reflects the diversity of our employees. We want you to be you and your voice to be heard.
We value our communities: We offer paid time off for volunteerism and promote many company-wide and local initiatives that benefit organizations you care about.
Note: The benefits described apply to full-time employees. Benefits for part-time, contract, and intern roles may vary.
Not sure if you meet every requirement?: At Paychex, we know that great talent comes in many forms. If you're passionate about the role but don't check every box, we still encourage you to apply. You might be the right fit - either for this position or another opportunity with us.
Paychex is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated fairly and evaluated based on their qualifications, experience, and merit. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination in employment.
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Tips for Finding STEM OPT Jobs in New York
Verify your role qualifies under STEM OPT
Cross-check your job title against O*NET to confirm the STEM degree classification is on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. Roles in finance, data science, and engineering in New York frequently qualify, but job titles don't always match the underlying STEM degree classification your employer will use.
Target E-Verify enrolled employers from day one
STEM OPT extensions require your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before your training plan is filed. New York financial services and tech firms typically maintain active enrollment, but smaller startups in Brooklyn or Buffalo may not, so confirm E-Verify status before accepting any offer.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsoring employers
Searching broadly wastes your 90-day unemployment cap. Migrate Mate filters New York employers by verified STEM OPT sponsorship history, letting you focus on firms in Manhattan, Long Island City, and the Albany tech corridor that have already navigated the I-983 training plan process.
File your STEM OPT extension before your OPT expires
Submit your STEM OPT extension application to USCIS at least 90 days before your current OPT end date. Your DSO must update your SEVIS record first. Delays in employer E-Verify confirmation are the most common reason New York applicants miss this window.
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Which industries in New York sponsor the most F-1 STEM OPT visas?
Financial services and fintech concentrated in Manhattan lead F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in New York, followed by technology companies across NYC's boroughs and the Hudson Valley, life sciences and biotech on Long Island and in Westchester, and management consulting firms headquartered in Midtown. Engineering and data roles within these sectors generate the highest volume of STEM OPT training plan filings in the state.
Which cities in New York have the most F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
New York City, particularly Manhattan and Long Island City in Queens, accounts for the largest share of STEM OPT positions in the state. Albany and its surrounding tech and government contracting corridor, Buffalo's growing advanced manufacturing and health sciences sector, and Rochester's optics and imaging industry also have active STEM OPT employers, though at lower density than the metro area.
What types of roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in New York?
Roles must carry an STEM degree classification on the STEM Designated Degree Program list maintained by USCIS. In New York, qualifying positions commonly include software engineers, data analysts, quantitative researchers, biostatisticians, financial engineers, and electrical or mechanical engineers. The role must also constitute a bona fide employer-employee relationship with a formal I-983 training plan. Use O*NET to verify a role's STEM degree classification before applying.
How do I find F-1 STEM OPT jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate lets you filter New York job listings by employers with verified STEM OPT sponsorship history, which eliminates firms that lack E-Verify enrollment or have no experience with the I-983 training plan process. This is especially useful for narrowing down the large volume of New York postings to employers that can realistically support your authorization timeline.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
New York's large concentration of financial services firms means many STEM OPT roles require FINRA licensing or security clearances that take time to obtain, which can complicate your 90-day unemployment tracking. New York State also has its own labor law requirements around written employment agreements that intersect with the I-983 training plan documentation, so employers should provide offer letters that clearly define the training relationship.