Fintech STEM OPT Jobs in New York
F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New York's fintech sector are concentrated in Manhattan's financial district and Midtown, where firms like Bloomberg, Citibank, and Goldman Sachs regularly file for STEM-eligible roles. New York leads the U.S. in fintech employer density, giving STEM OPT candidates in data engineering, quantitative analysis, and software development strong options before transitioning to H-1B visa sponsorship.
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INTRODUCTION
We’re looking for Android Engineers to join our team. As part of a cross-functional scrum team you will design and develop new investment account and cash account functionality within our Android app. In addition to development on the app itself, you will write automated tests and integrate with our in-house design systems and our backend API. Come help us achieve our vision to make investing delightfully easy and understandable for our clients and prospective clients!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As a core member of the team, you will:
- Build a premier native Android application
- Collaborate with other engineers and designers to build new features and enhance existing features for our world-class app
- Work with frontend and backend engineers to design, build and test reusable REST APIs
- Design and build high-quality infrastructure; making the right tradeoffs for risk and long-term maintainability
- Collaborate with design and product to define a delightful Android experience using material design
- Get an opportunity to work with leadership to define the team's priorities and initiatives
- Work independently, use available resources to get unblocked, and complete tasks on schedule by exercising strong judgment and problem-solving skills
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
This role could be a fit if you have:
- 2 - 6 years of professional Android development experience
- Proficiency with Java or Kotlin
- Experience writing unit tests and testable code
- Knowledge of Android SDK performance tools and optimization techniques
- Excellent problem solving, critical thinking and communication skills
- You enjoy working in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
- BS or MS in computer science, related field, or equivalent professional experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Once you join, Wealthfront will:
- Pair you with a mentor who will guide you through our structured onboarding program
- Encourage you to work on projects that match your professional goals
- Support your professional development by providing feedback during weekly 1:1s and our semi-annual reviews
- Provide you autonomy so you can be a happy and successful member of our team
COMPENSATION
- Estimated annual salary range: $140,000 - $185,000 plus equity and a discretionary bonus.
- Benefits include medical, vision, dental, 401K plan, generous time off, parental leave, wellness reimbursements, professional development, employee investing discount, and more!
ABOUT WEALTHFRONT
Here at Wealthfront, our mission is to create a financial system that favors people, not institutions. We do this by leveraging technology to build powerful, low-cost, and easy-to-use financial products that help modern investors grow and manage their money. We started with the ambition to transform the investment advisory business. By automating strategies typically reserved for the wealthy, we unlocked access to high quality investment advice for a digitally-native generation that was underserved by traditional institutions. Since then, we've expanded to a full suite of products designed to help our clients turn their savings into long-term wealth, including:
- A Cash Account that, through our partner banks, offers one of the highest annual percentage yields on uninvested cash in the industry, while providing instant and secure access to your money with no account fees and a full suite of checking features.
- A zero-commission Stock Investing Account with 50+ handpicked collections that help DIY investors discover new companies and make smarter investing decisions.
- Multiple automated investing portfolios designed to unlock tax savings through sophisticated strategies like fixed income, tax-loss harvesting, and direct indexing—which we offer at industry-leading low costs and accessible minimums.
Our award-winning products have attracted over 1 million clients who trust us with more than $90 billion of their hard earned savings—and we're far from done. If you’re inspired to help us reshape the financial industry as we create our next chapter, let’s talk!
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Disclosures: All investing involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Tax-Loss Harvesting benefits vary depending on the client's entire tax and investment profile. Wealthfront doesn’t provide tax advice. The Cash Account is offered by Wealthfront Brokerage LLC (“Wealthfront Brokerage”), Member of FINRA/SIPC. Wealthfront Brokerage is not a bank. We convey funds to partner banks who accept and maintain deposits, provide the variable interest rate, and provide access to FDIC pass-through insurance. Investment management and advisory services–which are not FDIC insured–are provided by Wealthfront Advisers LLC (“Wealthfront Advisers”), an SEC-registered investment adviser. The checking features offered in the Wealthfront Cash Account are provided by Green Dot Bank, Member FDIC. Fees and Eligibility requirements may apply to certain checking features, please see the Deposit Account Agreement for details. By “award-winning products”, please refer to www.wealthfront.com/reviews for more information. Wealthfront Corporation oversees Total Client Assets and Trusted Clients through Wealthfront Advisers and Wealthfront Brokerage. Wealthfront Advisers and Wealthfront Brokerage are wholly owned subsidiaries of Wealthfront Corporation.
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Search Fintech Jobs in New YorkFintech STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
Which fintech companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in New York?
Major New York fintech and financial technology employers with documented STEM OPT hiring include Bloomberg, Citibank, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, Two Sigma, and Jane Street. Fintech-focused startups in the Flatiron District and Hudson Yards corridor also participate in STEM OPT authorization. Sponsorship practices vary by firm and role, so confirming directly with the employer's HR or talent acquisition team is the most reliable approach.
Which cities in New York have the most fintech F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Manhattan accounts for the overwhelming majority of fintech STEM OPT positions in New York, particularly in Midtown, the Financial District, and Hudson Yards. Brooklyn's DUMBO and Williamsburg neighborhoods host a growing cluster of fintech startups. Outside New York City, Buffalo and Albany have smaller but expanding fintech presences tied to financial services and insurtech, though employer density remains significantly higher in the metro area.
What types of fintech roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that qualify for STEM OPT must fall under a STEM-designated Classification of Instructional Programs code tied to the student's degree. In fintech, common qualifying positions include software engineers, data scientists, quantitative analysts, machine learning engineers, and cybersecurity specialists. Roles in financial analysis, compliance technology, and algorithmic trading can also qualify when paired with a STEM degree in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or a related field. Degree-to-role alignment is the key determining factor.
How do I find fintech F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate filters fintech job listings specifically for F-1 STEM OPT eligibility in New York, surfacing employers with verified STEM OPT authorization history so you're not guessing which companies participate. You can search by fintech sub-sector, role type, and New York location to narrow results to employers actively hiring STEM OPT candidates. This is more targeted than general job searches, which don't filter by visa sponsorship type or employer authorization record.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for fintech F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
New York fintech employers hiring STEM OPT candidates must be enrolled in E-Verify, a federal requirement for the 24-month STEM OPT extension. New York State's dense concentration of financial services firms means many employers already meet this requirement, but students should confirm E-Verify enrollment before accepting an offer. The Designated School Official at your university must also approve the STEM OPT extension, and the employer must complete a formal training plan as part of the authorization process.