Medical Devices STEM OPT Jobs in Washington
Washington is a strong market for medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship, with companies like Philips, Stryker, and Becton Dickinson operating across Seattle, Redmond, and Bellevue. Biomedical engineering, regulatory affairs, and quality assurance roles are common entry points for STEM OPT candidates entering Washington's medical technology sector.
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- Job Title: Network Tester
- Education: Associate's degree in technical related field
- 2-5 years of experience in 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE preferred
- Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Location
- Bellevue, WA (100% field work)
Benefits & Perks
- Medical Insurance (Health, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off
- H1B/Green Card Sponsorship for qualified employee
- Hands-on experience at global industry leader Samsung
- Opportunities for career advancement
Summary
- Detail-oriented Field Test Engineer to be involved in all Quality Assurance activities including LTE and 5G field protocol testing and SIM OTA activation testing
- The main function of this role is to develop and execute test strategies and plans, validating UE functionality on 4G/5G air interface and call processing technology
- Ensuring UE (user equipment) is meeting QA and Carrier requirements
- Responsible for performing detailed analysis of 4G and 5G protocols, including field testing with mobile handset devices (Android primary; iOS acceptable) in live networks
Duties and Responsibilities
- Able to work in mobile work environment (80% time working in vehicle/field, 20% in office)
- Perform drive testing and stationary field testing across designated regions in Washington State
- Capture, post-process, and analyze UE logs using industry-standard tools (Accuver XCAL/XCAP, QXDM/QCAT, Wireshark, Spirent tools)
- Aid in product & feature performance analysis and evaluation of new product & SW releases
- Responsible for analyzing and troubleshooting issues reported from customer labs, field sites, and production networks
- Review and provide recommendations to improve UE performance by evaluating and trending key KPIs, performing trials, and providing optimization guidelines
- Communicate test progress, daily status updates, and clear issue reports to the engineering team and project lead
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Set up test plans to meet deadlines based on requests from the project lead
- Able to determine risk items based on issues found during testing
- Able to travel 25% of the time
- Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Skills & Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this role — daily reporting, issue documentation, and team coordination are core responsibilities
- Strong problem-solving, customer service, and interpersonal skills; able to work independently
- Solid understanding of end-to-end LTE and 5G network architecture
- Strong knowledge of 4G and 5G air interface and call processing technologies, specifically focused on the Radio Access Network
- Hands-on experience with UE log capture and post-processing tools such as Accuver (XCAL/XCAP), QXDM, QCAT, Wireshark, and Spirent tools, with a good understanding of OTA signaling messages
- Able to analyze and debug IMS-related features including but not limited to registration, VoLTE/VoWiFi/ViLTE/Conferencing/SMS/MMS/RCS
- Previous experience in post-processing UE logs and analyzing various KPIs
- Previous LTE and 5G NR field test experience in live networks using Android (or iOS) devices
- Good knowledge and familiarity with 5G NSA and SA
- Previous test experience with SIM OTA activation
Our team of highly experienced developers offer a wide range of mobile application and software development positions. We also have opportunities in business operations and administrations, logistics, UX/UI design, and many more!
Our vision is ‘We Want to See You Grow' to become the industry leader for both employee and company.
Position Overview
- Job Title: Network Tester
- Education: Associate's degree in technical related field
- 2-5 years of experience in 3G, 4G, 5G, LTE preferred
- Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly
Location
- Bellevue, WA (100% field work)
Benefits & Perks
- Medical Insurance (Health, Dental & Vision)
- Paid Time Off
- H1B/Green Card Sponsorship for qualified employee
- Hands-on experience at global industry leader Samsung
- Opportunities for career advancement
Summary
- Detail-oriented Field Test Engineer to be involved in all Quality Assurance activities including LTE and 5G field protocol testing and SIM OTA activation testing
- The main function of this role is to develop and execute test strategies and plans, validating UE functionality on 4G/5G air interface and call processing technology
- Ensuring UE (user equipment) is meeting QA and Carrier requirements
- Responsible for performing detailed analysis of 4G and 5G protocols, including field testing with mobile handset devices (Android primary; iOS acceptable) in live networks
Duties and Responsibilities
- Able to work in mobile work environment (80% time working in vehicle/field, 20% in office)
- Perform drive testing and stationary field testing across designated regions in Washington State
- Capture, post-process, and analyze UE logs using industry-standard tools (Accuver XCAL/XCAP, QXDM/QCAT, Wireshark, Spirent tools)
- Aid in product & feature performance analysis and evaluation of new product & SW releases
- Responsible for analyzing and troubleshooting issues reported from customer labs, field sites, and production networks
- Review and provide recommendations to improve UE performance by evaluating and trending key KPIs, performing trials, and providing optimization guidelines
- Communicate test progress, daily status updates, and clear issue reports to the engineering team and project lead
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Set up test plans to meet deadlines based on requests from the project lead
- Able to determine risk items based on issues found during testing
- Able to travel 25% of the time
- Must possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Skills & Qualifications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential for this role — daily reporting, issue documentation, and team coordination are core responsibilities
- Strong problem-solving, customer service, and interpersonal skills; able to work independently
- Solid understanding of end-to-end LTE and 5G network architecture
- Strong knowledge of 4G and 5G air interface and call processing technologies, specifically focused on the Radio Access Network
- Hands-on experience with UE log capture and post-processing tools such as Accuver (XCAL/XCAP), QXDM, QCAT, Wireshark, and Spirent tools, with a good understanding of OTA signaling messages
- Able to analyze and debug IMS-related features including but not limited to registration, VoLTE/VoWiFi/ViLTE/Conferencing/SMS/MMS/RCS
- Previous experience in post-processing UE logs and analyzing various KPIs
- Previous LTE and 5G NR field test experience in live networks using Android (or iOS) devices
- Good knowledge and familiarity with 5G NSA and SA
- Previous test experience with SIM OTA activation
Our team of highly experienced developers offer a wide range of mobile application and software development positions. We also have opportunities in business operations and administrations, logistics, UX/UI design, and many more!
Our vision is ‘We Want to See You Grow' to become the industry leader for both employee and company.
STEM OPT Medical Devices Job Roles in Washington
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Search Medical Devices Jobs in WashingtonMedical Devices STEM OPT Sponsorship Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
Which medical devices companies sponsor F-1 STEM OPT visas in Washington?
Washington-based medical devices employers with documented F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship activity include Philips (Redmond), Stryker, Becton Dickinson, and several contract manufacturers and med-tech startups concentrated in the Seattle metro area. Sponsorship patterns vary by company size, role type, and annual headcount needs, so verifying each employer's actual OPT authorization history before applying is worth the extra step.
Which cities in Washington have the most medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs?
Seattle and the broader Eastside corridor, including Redmond, Bellevue, and Kirkland, account for the largest share of medical devices STEM OPT positions in Washington. Bothell is also notable, hosting a cluster of medical technology manufacturers along the Highway 522 corridor. Spokane has a smaller but growing med-tech presence tied to regional hospital systems and device distributors.
What types of medical devices roles typically qualify for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship?
Roles that commonly qualify include biomedical engineering, quality engineering, regulatory affairs, software development for embedded medical systems, manufacturing process engineering, and research and development. These positions generally require a STEM-designated degree and involve work directly tied to that field of study. Roles in sales, marketing, or general administration at medical devices firms typically do not qualify for STEM OPT authorization.
How do I find medical devices F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate filters medical devices jobs in Washington specifically for F-1 STEM OPT eligibility, surfacing employers with verified sponsorship history so you can focus on applications with a realistic path. You can search by city, role type, and company size. Beyond Migrate Mate, cross-referencing OFLC Wage Search data by employer and occupation code helps confirm which Washington companies have active sponsorship activity in medical devices.
Are there any Washington-specific considerations for F-1 STEM OPT sponsorship in medical devices?
Washington state requires medical devices employers to comply with E-Verify as a condition of STEM OPT authorization, which is a federal requirement but particularly relevant given the state's large number of federal contractors in the defense and aerospace-adjacent med-tech sector. Additionally, roles involving Class II or Class III medical devices may require FDA-regulated documentation experience, which can affect how employers frame degree-to-job alignment in USCIS reporting.