Top 10 Companies Sponsoring H-1B Visas for Principal Engineers

Mihailo Bozic
Mihailo Bozic
Updated September 5, 2026 · 4 min read

The top 10 companies sponsoring H-1B visas for Principal Engineers include JPMorganChase, Arcadis, and Micron Technology, spanning Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, Electronics & Hardware, and Media & Entertainment. Migrate Mate ranks these sponsors by 1,332 H-1B approvals in the latest U.S. government disclosure data as of September 5, 2026. For Principal Engineers, H-1B sponsorship at these employers means dual-intent status that permits simultaneous green card pursuit while remaining in active senior technical roles.

Which companies sponsor the most H-1B visas for Principal Engineers?

Ranked by H-1B approvals in the latest published U.S. government disclosure data · live open-role counts from Migrate Mate, updated daily

  1. 01
    JPMorganChase

    JPMorganChase

    Financial TechEngineeringConsulting
    603H-1B approvals

    JPMorganChase had 603 H-1B petitions approved in the last year, the most of any company on this list. 367 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. JPMorganChase provides investment banking, financial services, and technology infrastructure globally.

    Open roles by team

    • Account Management1,640
    • Sales1,438
    • Customer Service & Support1,270
    • Consulting & Strategy1,124
    • Project & Program Management1,112

    +7,946 roles across other teams

    Open roles at JPMorganChase3,185 open
    Sanctions Compliance and Regulatory Reporting -Executive Director
    Newark, Delaware · On-site
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    Associate Recruiter
    Wilmington, Delaware · On-site
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    Emerging Risk Strategic Analytics, Senior Associate
    Wilmington, Delaware · On-site
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    Treasury Sales Associate
    Indianapolis, Indiana · On-site
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    Workplace Technology - Product Manager, Vice President
    Jersey City, New Jersey · On-site
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    See all 3,185+ JPMorganChase H-1B jobs
  2. 02
    Arcadis

    Arcadis

    EngineeringConsultingInfrastructure
    51H-1B approvals

    Arcadis had 51 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 185 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. Arcadis provides engineering, design, and consultancy services for infrastructure and environmental projects.

    Open roles by team

    • Engineering (Non-Software)592
    • Project & Program Management394
    • Civil & Structural Engineering260
    • Electrical Engineering88
    • Environmental Engineering73

    +306 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Arcadis404 open
    Project Document Control Administrator
    Boise, Idaho · On-site
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    BIM Coordinator
    Boise Metropolitan Area · Hybrid
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    Quality Control Analyst
    Greater Boston · On-site
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    CQV Manager
    Greater Philadelphia · On-site
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    Architectural Designer
    Albany, New York Metropolitan Area · On-site
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    See all 404+ Arcadis H-1B jobs
  3. 03
    Micron Technology

    Micron Technology

    SemiconductorsHardwareMemory Tech
    214H-1B approvals

    Micron Technology had 214 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 178 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. Micron Technology manufactures memory and storage semiconductor solutions for data-intensive applications.

    Open roles by team

    • Engineering (Non-Software)874
    • Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering423
    • Project & Program Management266
    • Electrical Engineering250
    • Manufacturing Operations192

    +1,076 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Micron Technology677 open
    Senior Engineer
    Boise, Idaho · On-site
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    Assistant General Counsel
    Boise, Idaho · On-site
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    Yield Enhancement Electrical Failure Analysis Engineer
    Boise, Idaho · On-site
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    Change Management Engineer
    Boise, Idaho · On-site
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    HBM Product Development Failure Analysis Engineer
    Boise, Idaho · On-site
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    See all 677+ Micron Technology H-1B jobs
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  5. 04
    Roblox

    Roblox

    GamingPlatform TechMedia
    34H-1B approvals

    Roblox had 34 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 177 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. Roblox operates an online platform for user-created games and immersive social experiences.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering332
    • Technical Program Management124
    • Cloud & DevOps105
    • Data Science & Analytics95
    • Project & Program Management61

    +303 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Roblox266 open
    Senior Software Engineer
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    Brand and Ad Operations Specialist
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    Privacy & Security Counsel
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    Revenue Operations Manager
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    Senior Data Engineer
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    See all 266+ Roblox H-1B jobs
  6. 05
    Boston Consulting Group

    Boston Consulting Group

    ConsultingStrategyTechnology
    319H-1B approvals

    Boston Consulting Group had 319 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 168 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. Boston Consulting Group delivers management consulting and digital transformation services to global clients.

    Open roles by team

    • Project & Program Management335
    • Consulting & Strategy324
    • Technical Program Management217
    • Data Science & Analytics208
    • Cloud & DevOps169

    +950 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Boston Consulting Group376 open
    AI Tech Consultant, Enterprise Solutions
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Executive Assistant
    Durham, North Carolina · Hybrid
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    AI Tech Architect
    New York, New York · On-site
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    AI Tech Consultant
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    AI Tech Consultant, Cybersecurity
    New York, New York · On-site
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    See all 376+ Boston Consulting Group H-1B jobs
  7. Editor’s note

    The job title on your offer matters more than you think

    H-1B 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.

  8. 06
    Snowflake

    Snowflake

    Data CloudAnalyticsSoftware
    28H-1B approvals

    Snowflake had 28 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 59 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. Snowflake builds a cloud-based data warehousing and analytics platform for enterprise customers.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering97
    • Data Science & Analytics58
    • Technical Program Management54
    • Project & Program Management43
    • Cloud & DevOps35

    +268 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Snowflake130 open
    Revenue Manager
    Menlo Park, California · On-site
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    Principal Software Engineer
    Bellevue, Washington · On-site
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    Senior AI/ML Architect
    Houston, Texas · On-site
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    Certification Coordinator
    Menlo Park, California · Hybrid
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    Solutions Architect
    Menlo Park, California · On-site
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    See all 130+ Snowflake H-1B jobs
  9. 07
    Molex

    Molex

    ElectronicsHardwareManufacturing
    8H-1B approvals

    Molex had 8 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 55 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. Molex manufactures electronic connectors, cable assemblies, and interconnect solutions for industrial applications.

    Open roles by team

    • Engineering (Non-Software)240
    • Business Development190
    • Technical Program Management100
    • Project & Program Management97
    • Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering82

    +573 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Molex297 open
    Optical Process Engineer
    Bridgewater, New Jersey · On-site
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    Associate Product Marketing Manager
    Lisle, Illinois · On-site
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    Finance & Accounting Manager
    Fremont, California · On-site
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    Senior Signal Integrity Engineer
    Rochester Hills, Michigan · On-site
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    Account Manager
    Minneapolis, Minnesota · On-site
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    See all 297+ Molex H-1B jobs
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  11. 08
    Palo Alto Networks

    Palo Alto Networks

    CybersecurityCloud SecuritySoftware
    52H-1B approvals

    Palo Alto Networks had 52 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 36 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. Palo Alto Networks develops cybersecurity platforms protecting enterprise networks, cloud, and endpoints.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering39
    • Consulting & Strategy24
    • Technical Program Management24
    • Cloud & DevOps21
    • Product Management15

    +62 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Palo Alto Networks41 open
    Early Talent Specialist
    Santa Clara, California · Hybrid
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    Principal Software Escalation Engineer
    Memphis, Tennessee · On-site
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    Principal Engineer Software
    Boston, Massachusetts · Remote
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    Sr Business Solutions Analyst
    Santa Clara, California · On-site
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    Principal Software Engineer
    Santa Clara, California · On-site
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    See all 41+ Palo Alto Networks H-1B jobs
  12. 09
    Astera Labs

    Astera Labs

    SemiconductorsAI HardwareConnectivity
    18H-1B approvals

    Astera Labs had 18 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 36 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. Astera Labs designs semiconductor connectivity solutions for AI and cloud computing infrastructure.

    Open roles by team

    • Engineering (Non-Software)85
    • Project & Program Management34
    • Electrical Engineering33
    • Technical Program Management21
    • Manufacturing & Industrial Engineering19

    +70 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Astera Labs59 open
    Formal Verification Engineer
    San Jose, California · On-site
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    Senior Principal Thermal Engineer
    Durham, North Carolina · On-site
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    Chip Lead, Sr. Director
    San Jose, California · On-site
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    Associate Vice President
    San Jose, California · On-site
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    DFT Design Engineering Director
    San Jose, California · On-site
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    See all 59+ Astera Labs H-1B jobs
  13. 10
    DigitalOcean

    DigitalOcean

    CloudDeveloper ToolsInfrastructure
    5H-1B approvals

    DigitalOcean had 5 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 36 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for principal engineers. DigitalOcean provides cloud infrastructure and developer tools for startups and growing businesses.

    Open roles by team

    • Technical Program Management42
    • Software Engineering39
    • Cloud & DevOps26
    • Cybersecurity25
    • Project & Program Management15

    +101 roles across other teams

    Open roles at DigitalOcean59 open
    Principal Engineer, Data Center Architect
    Bellevue, Washington · Hybrid
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    Senior Director of Engineering
    Bellevue, Washington · Hybrid
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    Senior Engineering Manager
    Bellevue, Washington · Hybrid
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    Manager, Customer Success Engineering
    New York, New York · Remote
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    Principal Sourcer, Data Center
    Bellevue, Washington · Hybrid
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    See all 59+ DigitalOcean H-1B jobs

How H-1B sponsorship works

H-1B 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, the employer files Form I-129 with USCIS. Most H-1B petitions go through an annual lottery, so selection is not guaranteed even with a job offer. The filing rules and fees are set by USCIS and change periodically, so confirm the current requirements on the USCIS website before you plan around them. 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. Many engineers reach H-1B through F-1 OPT first. A STEM degree qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving up to three years of work authorization to be entered in the H-1B process, which is why so many start at a large sponsor on OPT and convert later.

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H-1B Sponsors for Principal Engineers: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor the most H-1B visas for Principal Engineers?

JPMorganChase sponsors the most, with 603 H-1B approvals in the last year, followed by Arcadis (51) and Micron Technology (214). Across the 10 companies on this list, Migrate Mate tracks 1,332 H-1B approvals in total, based on the latest published U.S. government disclosure data.

Who qualifies for H-1B sponsorship?

H-1B sponsorship requires a job offer in a specialty occupation, defined as a role that requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. The candidate must hold that degree or its equivalent. The employer files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor certifying that the offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the role and location. Eligible candidates can pursue a green card simultaneously because H-1B status allows dual intent.

Do principal engineers qualify for H-1B as a specialty occupation?

Yes. Principal engineers typically hold a bachelor's degree in a specific field, which is exactly the specialty-occupation standard H-1B 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 H-1B sponsorship from a top sponsor?

Securing H-1B sponsorship from a top sponsor starts with a job offer in a qualifying specialty occupation. Once an offer is in place, the employer files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor, then submits an I-129 petition to USCIS on the candidate's behalf. H-1B visas are subject to an annual cap and a selection process whose rules and costs have changed recently, so candidates should verify current requirements with their employer or a qualified immigration attorney before proceeding.