Software Engineer Jobs at Discord with Visa Sponsorship
Software Engineer jobs at Discord span infrastructure, backend, real-time systems, and platform teams. The company has an established track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering talent, making it a realistic target if you're on F-1 OPT, H-1B visa, or pursuing permanent residence through the EB pathway.
Find Software Engineer Jobs at DiscordOverview
Showing 5 of 17+ Software Engineer Jobs at Discord
See all Software Engineer Jobs at Discord
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Software Engineer Jobs at Discord.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Discord has a highly engaged community of millions of daily active users who use the platform for many different reasons, but there's one thing that nearly everyone does: play video games. Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming, and we are focused on making it easier and more fun for people to hang out before, during, and after playing games.
Discord's Enterprise Technology org is building a software engineering discipline from the ground up, and this is the founding engineering hire. There is no Enterprise Platform team yet. You will not be maintaining a status quo or joining an existing backlog: you will define the discipline, set the technical foundation, and build the platform that lets the internal systems enabling Discordians scale with the company.
Discord's mission is to cultivate belonging, and doing that at scale requires internal systems that move as fast as the product itself. The mission of this role is to turn our enterprise infrastructure into self-service software. Your job is to replace manual consoles and tickets with a platform of reusable primitives, building blocks like "provision a device" or "push an IAM policy or app integration through code," exposed through clean APIs and self-service portals. As a code-forward Staff engineer, you will design abstractions that hide the messy reality of Okta, Jamf, and Terraform (our identity, device management, and infrastructure-as-code tools) behind interfaces people actually want to use, operating with a platform-as-a-product mindset.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the device fleet as code: Move device configuration off consoles and into versioned, API-driven infrastructure for endpoint management and hardware provisioning.
- Automate the identity layer: Manage identity systems and their connections to downstream apps as code, from SSO and SCIM integrations to account workflows, so changes ship through version control and CI/CD instead of an admin console.
- Own app delivery and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC): Build deployment pipelines and provisioning patterns that let internal systems be built and changed safely, establishing CI/CD standards.
- Build the self-service layer: Design and ship the APIs, CLIs, and portals that compose primitives into paved paths, like a new hire's first day, where software access and group memberships land in one automated, auditable flow.
- Set the foundation: Define the technical direction and architecture for the discipline, writing the RFCs and documentation that future hires will build on.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Should Have
- 6+ years building and operating production software and systems at a technology company, with a track record of owning ambiguous projects end to end.
- Strong software engineering fundamentals. You write production code (we lean on Python, TypeScript and Rust), and design, test, and ship it. This is not a systems admin role.
- Deep, hands-on IAM experience (SSO, SCIM, OAuth/OIDC, RBAC) and fluency with infrastructure as code (Terraform) and CI/CD.
- Experience treating endpoint and fleet management as an API-driven engineering surface at scale.
- A platform-as-a-product mindset. You have built self-service tooling that people chose to adopt.
- Comfort with ambiguity and a founder's temperament; energized by building from scratch.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bonus Points
- Hands-on experience with Okta, Jamf, or Intune.
- Experience with identity and access governance for non-human, workload, or AI-agent principals.
- Background at a high-growth consumer tech company with a highly technical employee base.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $248,000 to $279,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity, or benefits.
WHY DISCORD?
Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming. We're a multiplatform, multigenerational and multiplayer platform that helps people deepen their friendships around games and shared interests, and helps developers build and grow their businesses. We believe games give us a way to have fun with our favorite people, whether listening to music together or grinding in competitive matches for diamond rank. Join us in our mission! Your future is just a click away!
Discord is committed to inclusion and providing reasonable accommodations during the interview process. We want you to feel set up for success, so if you are in need of reasonable accommodations, please let your recruiter know.
Please see our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy for details regarding Discord's collection and usage of personal information relating to the application and recruitment process by clicking HERE.
INTRODUCTION
Discord has a highly engaged community of millions of daily active users who use the platform for many different reasons, but there's one thing that nearly everyone does: play video games. Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming, and we are focused on making it easier and more fun for people to hang out before, during, and after playing games.
Discord's Enterprise Technology org is building a software engineering discipline from the ground up, and this is the founding engineering hire. There is no Enterprise Platform team yet. You will not be maintaining a status quo or joining an existing backlog: you will define the discipline, set the technical foundation, and build the platform that lets the internal systems enabling Discordians scale with the company.
Discord's mission is to cultivate belonging, and doing that at scale requires internal systems that move as fast as the product itself. The mission of this role is to turn our enterprise infrastructure into self-service software. Your job is to replace manual consoles and tickets with a platform of reusable primitives, building blocks like "provision a device" or "push an IAM policy or app integration through code," exposed through clean APIs and self-service portals. As a code-forward Staff engineer, you will design abstractions that hide the messy reality of Okta, Jamf, and Terraform (our identity, device management, and infrastructure-as-code tools) behind interfaces people actually want to use, operating with a platform-as-a-product mindset.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage the device fleet as code: Move device configuration off consoles and into versioned, API-driven infrastructure for endpoint management and hardware provisioning.
- Automate the identity layer: Manage identity systems and their connections to downstream apps as code, from SSO and SCIM integrations to account workflows, so changes ship through version control and CI/CD instead of an admin console.
- Own app delivery and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC): Build deployment pipelines and provisioning patterns that let internal systems be built and changed safely, establishing CI/CD standards.
- Build the self-service layer: Design and ship the APIs, CLIs, and portals that compose primitives into paved paths, like a new hire's first day, where software access and group memberships land in one automated, auditable flow.
- Set the foundation: Define the technical direction and architecture for the discipline, writing the RFCs and documentation that future hires will build on.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
What You Should Have
- 6+ years building and operating production software and systems at a technology company, with a track record of owning ambiguous projects end to end.
- Strong software engineering fundamentals. You write production code (we lean on Python, TypeScript and Rust), and design, test, and ship it. This is not a systems admin role.
- Deep, hands-on IAM experience (SSO, SCIM, OAuth/OIDC, RBAC) and fluency with infrastructure as code (Terraform) and CI/CD.
- Experience treating endpoint and fleet management as an API-driven engineering surface at scale.
- A platform-as-a-product mindset. You have built self-service tooling that people chose to adopt.
- Comfort with ambiguity and a founder's temperament; energized by building from scratch.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Bonus Points
- Hands-on experience with Okta, Jamf, or Intune.
- Experience with identity and access governance for non-human, workload, or AI-agent principals.
- Background at a high-growth consumer tech company with a highly technical employee base.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $248,000 to $279,000 + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role and level. Within the range, individual pay is determined by additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity, or benefits.
WHY DISCORD?
Discord plays a uniquely important role in the future of gaming. We're a multiplatform, multigenerational and multiplayer platform that helps people deepen their friendships around games and shared interests, and helps developers build and grow their businesses. We believe games give us a way to have fun with our favorite people, whether listening to music together or grinding in competitive matches for diamond rank. Join us in our mission! Your future is just a click away!
Discord is committed to inclusion and providing reasonable accommodations during the interview process. We want you to feel set up for success, so if you are in need of reasonable accommodations, please let your recruiter know.
Please see our Applicant and Candidate Privacy Policy for details regarding Discord's collection and usage of personal information relating to the application and recruitment process by clicking HERE.
See all Software Engineer Jobs at Discord
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Software Engineer Jobs at Discord.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Software Engineer Jobs at Discord
Tailor your resume to Discord's stack
Discord's engineering roles consistently emphasize real-time messaging systems, distributed infrastructure, and languages like Rust, Python, and Go. Align your resume to these specifics rather than generic software engineering skills to pass technical screens.
Time your application around OPT cap-gap
If your F-1 OPT expires before an H-1B takes effect on October 1, a timely H-1B filing before April 1 triggers cap-gap protection. Confirm Discord's HR team understands this timeline before accepting an offer.
Research Discord's team openings by engineering pillar
Discord publishes roles by product area, including voice, video, and growth infrastructure. Targeting teams that align with your backend or systems experience sharpens your application and signals genuine fit beyond surface-level interest.
Clarify sponsorship scope before final offer negotiation
Ask explicitly whether Discord will sponsor your specific visa category and cover USCIS filing fees. Some employers sponsor H-1B but not Green Card. Getting this confirmed in writing before you sign protects you from surprises after onboarding.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Discord's open roles by visa type
Searching broadly across job boards buries sponsorship-eligible roles. Migrate Mate lets you filter Software Engineer openings at Discord by supported visa category, so you apply only where your immigration status is already accommodated.
Prepare for PERM labor certification if targeting a Green Card
EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship at tech companies requires DOL's PERM process, which typically takes 12 to 18 months before USCIS even receives the petition. Ask Discord's immigration team whether they initiate PERM during or after your first year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Discord sponsor H-1B visas for Software Engineers?
Yes, Discord sponsors H-1B visas for Software Engineers. Because H-1B is subject to the annual lottery, your employer must register you by early April for an October 1 start date. Discord's immigration support typically covers the filing process, but confirm during offer negotiation whether they also cover premium processing fees if faster adjudication matters to your timeline.
How do I apply for Software Engineer jobs at Discord?
Apply directly through Discord's careers page, where roles are organized by engineering team and specialty. Migrate Mate also lists Discord's Software Engineer openings filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility, which helps you quickly identify roles open to candidates requiring H-1B or OPT sponsorship without manually screening each posting.
Which visa types does Discord commonly sponsor for Software Engineer roles?
Discord sponsors H-1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN visa, and EB-2 or EB-3 immigrant visas for Software Engineers. F-1 CPT and OPT are typically entry points for international students, while H-1B and the EB pathway apply to engineers seeking longer-term or permanent work authorization. TN visa applies to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering roles.
What qualifications does Discord expect for Software Engineer candidates?
Discord's Software Engineer roles generally require demonstrated experience with distributed systems, backend development, or real-time communication infrastructure. Proficiency in Rust, Python, Go, or similar languages strengthens your candidacy. Senior roles emphasize system design depth and ownership of high-scale services. A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field typically satisfies the specialty occupation requirement for H-1B purposes under USCIS standards.
How do I plan my timeline if Discord sponsors my H-1B as a new hire?
If you're starting on F-1 OPT, Discord must file your H-1B petition before April 1 for a lottery selection that takes effect October 1. If you're selected, your OPT cap-gap coverage keeps you authorized to work in between. USCIS premium processing, typically adjudicated within 15 business days, is worth discussing with Discord's HR team if your OPT expires close to the transition date.