Top 10 Companies Sponsoring H-1B Visas for Software Developers

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

The top 10 companies sponsoring H-1B visas for Software Developers include Apple, NVIDIA, and Roblox, spanning Technology & Software, Electronics & Hardware, Media & Entertainment, Holding Companies & Conglomerates, and Consulting & Professional Services. Migrate Mate ranks these sponsors by 6,985 H-1B approvals in the latest U.S. government disclosure data as of September 5, 2026. For Software Developers, H-1B sponsorship at these employers means a direct path to a specialty occupation work visa with dual intent allowed, meaning you can pursue a green card while on H-1B status.

Which companies sponsor the most H-1B visas for Software Developers?

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
    Apple

    Apple

    ElectronicsHardwareSoftware
    1,578H-1B approvals

    Apple had 1,578 H-1B petitions approved in the last year, the most of any company on this list. 508 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. Apple designs consumer electronics, operating systems, and software services.

    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 open
    Senior Cellular Layer-1 Control Software Development Engineer
    Sunnyvale, California · On-site
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    Sr Software Engineer
    San Francisco Bay Area, California · On-site
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    Software Development Engineer
    Cupertino, California · On-site
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    Design Verification Engineer
    Cupertino, California · On-site
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    Senior Platform Software Engineer
    Seattle, Washington · On-site
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    See all 3,594+ Apple H-1B jobs
  2. 02
    NVIDIA

    NVIDIA

    ElectronicsAI ComputingHardware
    109H-1B approvals

    NVIDIA had 109 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 131 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. NVIDIA designs GPUs and accelerated computing platforms for AI, gaming, and data centers.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering655
    • Data Science & Analytics556
    • Engineering (Non-Software)520
    • Technical Program Management392
    • Cloud & DevOps272

    +1,431 roles across other teams

    Open roles at NVIDIA888 open
    Senior Staff Software Engineer
    Santa Clara, California · On-site
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    Senior Firmware Engineer
    Austin, Texas · On-site
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    AI-Native Business Operations Manager
    Santa Clara, California · On-site
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    Senior DL Performance Efficiency Architect
    Santa Clara, California · Hybrid
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    Distinguished Engineer
    Santa Clara, California · Hybrid
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    See all 888+ NVIDIA H-1B jobs
  3. 03
    Roblox

    Roblox

    MediaGamingSoftware Engineering
    34H-1B approvals

    Roblox had 34 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 118 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. Roblox operates an online gaming and user-generated content platform.

    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 open
    Senior Data Engineer
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    Revenue Operations Manager
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    Senior Software Engineer
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    Product Design Intern
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    Associate Product Manager
    San Mateo, California · Hybrid
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    See all 262+ Roblox H-1B jobs
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  5. 04
    Google

    Google

    TechnologyCloudSoftware Engineering
    4,028H-1B approvals

    Google had 4,028 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 106 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. Google builds search, cloud infrastructure, advertising platforms, and consumer hardware.

    Open roles by team

    • Project & Program Management428
    • Software Engineering336
    • Technical Program Management296
    • Consulting & Strategy219
    • Business Development198

    +1,474 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Google642 open
    Policy Strategist
    San Francisco, California · On-site
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    Strategic Partner Manager
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Government and Strategic Engagement Lead
    San Francisco, California · On-site
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    Senior Director, People Development
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    UX Quantitative Researcher II
    Seattle, Washington · On-site
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    See all 642+ Google H-1B jobs
  6. 05
    Anthropic

    Anthropic

    TechnologyAI ResearchSoftware Engineering
    25H-1B approvals

    Anthropic had 25 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 59 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. Anthropic is an AI safety company that develops large language models and AI research.

    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 open
    Applied AI, Research Engineer
    New York, New York · Hybrid
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    Sales Strategy, Operational Excellence
    San Francisco, California · On-site
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    Safeguards Enforcement Lead
    Washington, Washington DC · Hybrid
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    Safeguards Enforcement Analyst
    New York City Metropolitan Area · Hybrid
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    Research Manager, Biological Safety
    San Francisco, California · On-site
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    See all 321+ Anthropic 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
    Netflix

    Netflix

    MediaEntertainmentSoftware Engineering
    50H-1B approvals

    Netflix had 50 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 58 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. Netflix operates a global streaming platform for film and television content.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering202
    • Data Science & Analytics152
    • Project & Program Management148
    • Technical Program Management71
    • Consulting & Strategy54

    +509 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Netflix292 open
    Staff Data Engineer
    Remote · Remote
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    Manager, Talent Knowledge Strategy & Governance
    Remote · Remote
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    Senior Client Partner
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Manager, Communications
    Los Angeles, California · On-site
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    Account Manager
    New York, New York · On-site
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    See all 292+ Netflix H-1B jobs
  9. 07
    JPMorganChase

    JPMorganChase

    Financial ServicesFintechSoftware Engineering
    603H-1B approvals

    JPMorganChase had 603 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 55 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. JPMorganChase is a global financial services firm operating banking, markets, and payments businesses.

    Open roles by team

    • Account Management1,640
    • Sales1,438
    • Customer Service & Support1,270
    • Consulting & Strategy1,124
    • Project & Program Management1,109

    +7,943 roles across other teams

    Open roles at JPMorganChase3,184 open
    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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    Private Client Banker
    Benton, Arkansas · On-site
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    See all 3,184+ JPMorganChase H-1B jobs
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  11. 08
    Zoox

    Zoox

    TechnologyAutonomous VehiclesSoftware
    45H-1B approvals

    Zoox had 45 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 44 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. Zoox develops autonomous vehicle technology and robotaxi systems.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering147
    • Project & Program Management138
    • Technical Program Management96
    • Data Science & Analytics89
    • AI & Machine Learning75

    +285 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Zoox194 open
    Machine Learning Automation Engineer
    Foster City, California · On-site
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    Software Engineer, ML Platform
    Foster City, California · On-site
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    Software Development Engineer in Test
    Foster City, California · On-site
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    Manager, Manufacturing Systems
    Hayward, California · On-site
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    Program Manager, Workforce Planning
    Foster City, California · On-site
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    See all 194+ Zoox H-1B jobs
  12. 09
    Adobe

    Adobe

    TechnologySoftwareCreative Tools
    487H-1B approvals

    Adobe had 487 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 39 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. Adobe makes creative, document, and digital experience software for professionals and enterprises.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering177
    • Consulting & Strategy156
    • Project & Program Management145
    • Data Science & Analytics129
    • Technical Program Management106

    +737 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Adobe325 open
    Analyst, Order Management
    Lehi, Utah · On-site
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    Deal Desk Analyst
    Lehi, Utah · On-site
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    Sr. Technical Account Manager
    Lehi, Utah · On-site
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    Senior SOAR Engineer
    Lehi, Utah · On-site
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    Principal, Strategy and Operations
    Lehi, Utah · On-site
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    See all 325+ Adobe H-1B jobs
  13. 10
    Affirm

    Affirm

    FintechSoftwarePayments
    26H-1B approvals

    Affirm had 26 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 38 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software developers. Affirm operates a buy-now-pay-later lending platform for consumers and merchants.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering88
    • Design (UX & Creative)70
    • Product Management48
    • Cloud & DevOps46
    • Consulting & Strategy26

    +124 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Affirm109 open
    Analytics Lead, Full Stack
    Madison, Wisconsin · Remote
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    Senior Software Engineer
    Denver, Colorado · Hybrid
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    Revenue Operations Lead
    Madison, Wisconsin · Remote
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    Quantitative Analyst II
    Miami, Florida · Remote
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    Staff Software Engineer, Backend
    Las Vegas, Nevada · Hybrid
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    See all 109+ Affirm 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 Software Developers: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor the most H-1B visas for Software Developers?

Apple sponsors the most, with 1,578 H-1B approvals in the last year, followed by NVIDIA (109) and Roblox (34). Across the 10 companies on this list, Migrate Mate tracks 6,985 H-1B approvals in total, based on the latest published U.S. government disclosure data.

Who qualifies for H-1B sponsorship?

To qualify for H-1B sponsorship, you must have a job offer from a U.S. employer in a specialty occupation, a role that normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Software Developer roles qualify because they typically require a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline. You must hold that degree or its equivalent, and your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS on your behalf.

Do software developers qualify for H-1B as a specialty occupation?

Yes. Software developers 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?

To secure H-1B sponsorship from a top employer, apply for Software Developer roles at companies with active H-1B filing history, disclosed in U.S. Department of Labor records. Once you have a job offer, your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL and then submits an I-129 petition to USCIS. H-1B visas are subject to an annual cap and a lottery, the selection rules and associated costs have changed recently, so review the current USCIS guidance before your employer files.