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

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

The top 10 companies sponsoring H-1B visas for Software Engineers include Apple, NVIDIA, and Roblox, spanning technology and software, electronics and hardware, media and entertainment, and holding companies across the U.S. Migrate Mate ranks these sponsors by 7,183 H-1B approvals in the latest U.S. government disclosure data as of September 5, 2026. For Software Engineers, H-1B sponsorship at these employers means the company has a documented track record of filing Labor Condition Applications with the DOL and petitioning USCIS on behalf of international hires in technical roles.

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

    Apple

    HardwareSoftwareConsumer Tech
    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 engineers. Apple designs consumer electronics, operating systems, and software platforms.

    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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  2. 02
    NVIDIA

    NVIDIA

    SemiconductorsAISoftware Engineering
    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 engineers. NVIDIA designs graphics processing units and computing platforms for AI workloads.

    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

    GamingEntertainmentSoftware Engineering
    34H-1B approvals

    Roblox had 34 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 119 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Roblox operates an online gaming platform and game creation system for users worldwide.

    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
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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. 105 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Google builds search engines, cloud infrastructure, advertising platforms, and consumer hardware.

    Open roles by team

    • Project & Program Management428
    • Software Engineering333
    • Technical Program Management295
    • Consulting & Strategy219
    • Business Development198

    +1,470 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Google640 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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  6. 05
    Netflix

    Netflix

    MediaStreamingSoftware 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 engineers. Netflix operates a global subscription streaming service 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
  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
    JPMorganChase

    JPMorganChase

    FinanceTechnologySoftware 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 engineers. JPMorgan Chase is a global financial services and banking institution.

    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
  9. 07
    Intuit

    Intuit

    SoftwareFintechTechnology
    192H-1B approvals

    Intuit had 192 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 45 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Intuit develops financial management software for consumers and small businesses.

    Open roles by team

    • Business Development829
    • Project & Program Management559
    • Accounting485
    • Finance484
    • Tax472

    +2,924 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Intuit1,106 open
    Enterprise Business Development & Partner Engagement Manager
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Staff Software Engineer
    Oakland, California · On-site
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    Staff Financial Analyst
    Mountain View, California · On-site
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    Principal Product Manager
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Director, Expert Network Operations
    San Diego, California · On-site
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    See all 1,106+ Intuit H-1B jobs
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  11. 08
    Zoox

    Zoox

    Autonomous VehiclesAISoftware Engineering
    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 engineers. Zoox develops autonomous vehicle technology and purpose-built 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

    SoftwareMediaTechnology
    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 engineers. Adobe creates software for digital media creation, publishing, and marketing analytics.

    Open roles by team

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

    +734 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Adobe324 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 324+ Adobe H-1B jobs
  13. 10
    Palantir Technologies

    Palantir Technologies

    Data AnalyticsSoftwareTechnology
    57H-1B approvals

    Palantir Technologies had 57 H-1B petitions approved in the last year. 37 of its current openings on Migrate Mate are for software engineers. Palantir builds data analytics and intelligence platforms for government and enterprise clients.

    Open roles by team

    • Software Engineering84
    • Cloud & DevOps39
    • Data Science & Analytics28
    • Compliance & Legal27
    • Technical Program Management18

    +105 roles across other teams

    Open roles at Palantir Technologies83 open
    Commercial Contracts Specialist
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Forward Deployed Software Engineer Internship
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Forward Deployed Software Engineer, Internship
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    Privacy and Civil Liberties Software Engineer
    New York, New York · On-site
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    Forward Deployed Software Engineer
    Chicago, Illinois · On-site
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    See all 83+ Palantir Technologies 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 Engineers: Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 7,183 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 need a job offer from a U.S. employer in a specialty occupation, which requires at least a bachelor's degree or the equivalent in a field directly related to the role. Software engineering roles at major tech and hardware employers typically satisfy this requirement. The employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS on your behalf. H-1B status is granted for three years, extendable to six, and allows dual intent toward permanent residence.

Can I get H-1B sponsorship on F-1 OPT?

Yes, and it is a common path. Many software engineers work on F-1 OPT first, then move to H-1B. A STEM degree qualifies for a 24-month STEM OPT extension, giving up to three years of work authorization, which is usually enough time to be entered in the H-1B process while you work for a sponsor and convert later.

How do I get H-1B sponsorship from a top sponsor?

To secure H-1B sponsorship from a top employer, start by applying for software engineering roles at companies with a documented H-1B filing history, such as Google, Amazon, or Microsoft. Once you have a job offer, your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL and then an I-129 petition with USCIS. H-1B petitions are subject to an annual cap and a lottery process; selection rules and associated costs have changed recently, so review the current position before planning your timeline.