Top 10 Companies Sponsoring E-3 Visas for Software Engineers
The top 10 companies sponsoring E-3 visas for Software Engineers include Apple, NVIDIA, and Roblox, spanning technology and software, electronics and hardware, and science and research. Migrate Mate ranks these sponsors by 54 E-3 approvals in the latest U.S. government disclosure data as of September 5, 2026. For Australian software engineers, E-3 sponsorship at these employers means a renewable two-year work authorization with no lottery and a straightforward consular application process.
Which companies sponsor the most E-3 visas for Software Engineers?
Ranked by E-3 approvals in the latest published U.S. government disclosure data · live open-role counts from Migrate Mate, updated daily
- 01
Apple
HardwareSoftware EngConsumer Tech9E-3 approvalsApple sponsored 9 E-3 workers in the last year, the most of any company on this list. 508 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Apple designs consumer electronics, mobile operating systems, and silicon hardware.
Open roles by team
- Engineering (Non-Software)3,168
- Software Engineering2,125
- Data Science & Analytics1,361
- Electrical Engineering1,238
- Project & Program Management1,185
+5,974 roles across other teams
Open roles at Apple3,594 openSee all 3,594+ Apple E-3 jobsApplySenior Cellular Layer-1 Control Software Development EngineerSunnyvale, California · On-siteApplySr Software EngineerSan Francisco Bay Area, California · On-siteApplySoftware Development EngineerCupertino, California · On-siteApplyDesign Verification EngineerCupertino, California · On-siteApplySenior Platform Software EngineerSeattle, Washington · On-site - 02
NVIDIA
HardwareAISoftware Eng5E-3 approvalsNVIDIA sponsored 5 E-3 workers in the last year. 131 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. NVIDIA designs graphics processing units and accelerated computing platforms.
Open roles by team
- Software Engineering656
- Data Science & Analytics558
- Engineering (Non-Software)520
- Technical Program Management392
- Cloud & DevOps272
+1,436 roles across other teams
Open roles at NVIDIA889 openSee all 889+ NVIDIA E-3 jobsApplySenior Staff Software EngineerSanta Clara, California · On-siteApplySenior Firmware EngineerAustin, Texas · On-siteApplyAI-Native Business Operations ManagerSanta Clara, California · On-siteApplySenior DL Performance Efficiency ArchitectSanta Clara, California · HybridApplyDistinguished EngineerSanta Clara, California · Hybrid - 03
Roblox
GamingSoftware EngConsumer Apps1E-3 approvalsRoblox sponsored 1 E-3 workers in the last year. 118 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Roblox operates an online gaming and user-generated content platform for interactive experiences.
Open roles by team
- Software Engineering330
- Technical Program Management124
- Cloud & DevOps105
- Data Science & Analytics95
- Project & Program Management61
+297 roles across other teams
Open roles at Roblox262 openSee all 262+ Roblox E-3 jobsApplySenior Data EngineerSan Mateo, California · HybridApplyRevenue Operations ManagerSan Mateo, California · HybridApplySenior Software EngineerSan Mateo, California · HybridApplyProduct Design InternSan Mateo, California · HybridApplyAssociate Product ManagerSan Mateo, California · Hybrid Unlock every E-3 job from these sponsors
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Google
CloudSoftware EngTechnology25E-3 approvalsGoogle sponsored 25 E-3 workers in the last year. 106 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Google builds search, cloud infrastructure, advertising platforms, and consumer hardware.
Open roles by team
- Project & Program Management432
- Software Engineering337
- Technical Program Management298
- Consulting & Strategy220
- Business Development199
+1,475 roles across other teams
Open roles at Google644 openSee all 644+ Google E-3 jobsApplyPolicy StrategistSan Francisco, California · On-siteApplyStrategic Partner ManagerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyGovernment and Strategic Engagement LeadSan Francisco, California · On-siteApplySenior Director, People DevelopmentChicago, Illinois · On-siteApplyUX Quantitative Researcher IISeattle, Washington · On-site - 05
Anthropic
AI ResearchSoftware EngScience3E-3 approvalsAnthropic sponsored 3 E-3 workers in the last year. 59 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Anthropic researches and develops large language models and AI safety systems.
Open roles by team
- Software Engineering228
- Data Science & Analytics216
- Technical Program Management120
- Project & Program Management106
- Cybersecurity83
+629 roles across other teams
Open roles at Anthropic321 openSee all 321+ Anthropic E-3 jobsApplyApplied AI, Research EngineerNew York, New York · HybridApplySales Strategy, Operational ExcellenceSan Francisco, California · On-siteApplySafeguards Enforcement LeadWashington, Washington DC · HybridApplySafeguards Enforcement AnalystNew York City Metropolitan Area · HybridApplyResearch Manager, Biological SafetySan Francisco, California · On-site - Editor’s note
The job title on your offer matters more than you think
E-3 is approved for specialty occupations, roles that require a specific degree. Titles like "software engineer" and "software developer" map cleanly to a computer-science or related degree, so those cases clear most easily. Vaguer titles draw more scrutiny. If an offer lists you as an "analyst," a "consultant," or a generic "engineer," ask how the role will be classified: the SOC code the employer files under is what the government weighs against your degree.
- 06
Netflix
StreamingSoftware EngConsumer Apps1E-3 approvalsNetflix sponsored 1 E-3 workers in the last year. 58 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Netflix operates a global streaming platform and develops media delivery infrastructure.
Open roles by team
- Software Engineering202
- Data Science & Analytics152
- Project & Program Management150
- Technical Program Management71
- Consulting & Strategy54
+512 roles across other teams
Open roles at Netflix293 openSee all 293+ Netflix E-3 jobsApplyStaff Data EngineerRemote · RemoteApplyManager, Talent Knowledge Strategy & GovernanceRemote · RemoteApplySenior Client PartnerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyManager, CommunicationsLos Angeles, California · On-siteApplyAccount ManagerNew York, New York · On-site - 07
JPMorganChase
FinanceSoftware EngEnterprise6E-3 approvalsJPMorganChase sponsored 6 E-3 workers in the last year. 55 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. JPMorgan Chase is a global financial services and investment banking institution.
Open roles by team
- Account Management1,640
- Sales1,438
- Customer Service & Support1,270
- Consulting & Strategy1,124
- Project & Program Management1,109
+7,937 roles across other teams
Open roles at JPMorganChase3,182 openSee all 3,182+ JPMorganChase E-3 jobsApplyTreasury Sales AssociateIndianapolis, Indiana · On-siteApplyWorkplace Technology - Product Manager, Vice PresidentJersey City, New Jersey · On-siteApplyPrivate Client BankerBenton, Arkansas · On-siteApplyAI EngineerWilmington, Delaware · On-siteApplyAssociate BankerLafayette, Louisiana · On-site See E-3 jobs from all 10 sponsors and thousands more
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Figma
Design ToolsSoftware EngSaaS2E-3 approvalsFigma sponsored 2 E-3 workers in the last year. 48 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Figma makes collaborative interface design and prototyping software for product teams.
Open roles by team
- Software Engineering159
- Technical Program Management62
- Data Science & Analytics51
- Project & Program Management47
- Product Management41
+352 roles across other teams
Open roles at Figma165 openSee all 165+ Figma E-3 jobsApplyResearcherNew York, New York · HybridApplySupport Engineer, AI InfrastructureSan Francisco, California · HybridApplySenior Revenue AnalystSan Francisco, California · HybridApplyDirector, ResearchSan Francisco, California · HybridApplyStrategic FinanceSan Francisco, California · Hybrid - 09
Zoox
Autonomous TechSoftware EngResearch1E-3 approvalsZoox sponsored 1 E-3 workers in the last year. 46 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Zoox designs autonomous electric vehicles and robotaxi systems from the ground up.
Open roles by team
- Software Engineering151
- Project & Program Management138
- Technical Program Management96
- Data Science & Analytics89
- AI & Machine Learning75
+292 roles across other teams
Open roles at Zoox197 openSee all 197+ Zoox E-3 jobsApplyMachine Learning Automation EngineerFoster City, California · On-siteApplySoftware Engineer, ML PlatformFoster City, California · On-siteApplySoftware Development Engineer in TestFoster City, California · On-siteApplyManager, Manufacturing SystemsHayward, California · On-siteApplyProgram Manager, Workforce PlanningFoster City, California · On-site - 10
Intuit
FintechSoftware EngSaaS1E-3 approvalsIntuit sponsored 1 E-3 workers in the last year. 45 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Intuit develops financial management and tax software for consumers and small businesses.
Open roles by team
- Business Development829
- Project & Program Management560
- Accounting485
- Finance484
- Tax472
+2,927 roles across other teams
Open roles at Intuit1,107 openSee all 1,107+ Intuit E-3 jobsApplyEnterprise Business Development & Partner Engagement ManagerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyStaff Software EngineerOakland, California · On-siteApplyStaff Financial AnalystMountain View, California · On-siteApplyPrincipal Product ManagerNew York, New York · On-siteApplyDirector, Expert Network OperationsSan Diego, California · On-site
How E-3 sponsorship works
E-3 sponsorship starts with the employer, not the candidate. Once you have a job offer, the employer's immigration counsel files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor, certifying that the role is a specialty occupation and that the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the location. After the LCA is certified, you apply at a U.S. consulate; initial E-3 does not require a USCIS petition, though a change of status from within the U.S. uses Form I-129. What is specific to this role is the wage level. The LCA lists a prevailing-wage level from 1 to 4 based on the experience the role requires, and a senior offer filed at Level 1 can draw questions from USCIS. Check the level on any offer before you sign.
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Find 4,000+ E-3 jobs for software engineersE-3 Sponsors for Software Engineers: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor the most E-3 visas for Software Engineers?
Apple sponsors the most, with 9 E-3 approvals in the last year, followed by NVIDIA (5) and Roblox (1). Across the 10 companies on this list, Migrate Mate tracks 54 E-3 approvals in total, based on the latest published U.S. government disclosure data.
Who qualifies for E-3 sponsorship?
To qualify for E-3 sponsorship, you must be an Australian citizen with a job offer from a U.S. employer in a specialty occupation, meaning the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. You must hold that degree, or its equivalent in education and experience. The employer files a Labor Condition Application with the U.S. Department of Labor certifying the offered wage meets prevailing wage levels before you apply at a U.S. consulate.
Do software engineers qualify for E-3 as a specialty occupation?
Yes. Software engineers typically hold a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which is exactly the specialty-occupation standard E-3 is built around. What matters is that the employer classifies the role under a matching occupation code and that your degree lines up with it.
How do I get E-3 sponsorship from a top sponsor?
To secure E-3 sponsorship, first obtain a job offer from a U.S. employer willing to sponsor the visa. The employer then files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor certifying the role and the offered wage. Once the LCA is certified, you schedule and attend a visa interview at a U.S. consulate, presenting the certified LCA, your offer letter, academic credentials, and other supporting documents. There is no lottery and no annual cap has ever been reached, so timing is driven by your consulate's appointment availability.