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App Developer roles in the U.S. qualify as E-3 specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, or a related field. Australian citizens can secure E-3 visa sponsorship without entering a lottery, and two-year work authorizations are renewable without a cap.
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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
The App Store is the world's safest and most vibrant app marketplace, serving more than half a billion people each week! Since the App Store launched in 2008, it has helped creators, dreamers, and learners of all ages and backgrounds connect with the tools and information they need to build a brighter future and a better world. It has enabled countless new companies, spawned new industries and created millions of jobs. A significant driver of the global economy, the App Store facilitates over a $1 trillion in developer billings and sales annually, rewarding developers and entrepreneurs for their hard work and creativity. And we believe we’re just getting started!
The App Store Marketing Team is seeking an experienced partner marketer to join our new developer partner marketing function. This role will drive growth by collaborating closely with app and game developers on consumer-facing co-marketing roadmaps that drive shared success.
DESCRIPTION
As a Manager of WW App Store Partner Marketing, you will be responsible for building relationships with our developers, championing their marketing goals internally, and leading the charge in crafting new co-marketing strategies and tactical plans to deliver value.
Responsibilities
- Engage daily with app/game developers to understand their marketing goals and their upcoming roadmaps, identifying opportunities to collaborate and drive shared success.
- Lead development of annual co-marketing strategies and plans that enhance customer engagement and drive business results for each developer.
- Ensure alignment between partner marketing initiatives and the broader marketing team’s goals, defining and tracking KPIs to measure success.
- Work closely with fellow marketers internally to champion developer needs across all App Store marketing campaigns and channels.
- Influence and collaborate cross-functionally with teams across Editorial, Business Management, Analytics, and our International marketing teams.
- Apply marketing measurement frameworks to assess program effectiveness and optimization based on insights through continuous testing, learning, and iteration.
- Present program results and business impact to senior leadership.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of marketing experience, including a minimum of 3 years focused on partnerships and/or co-marketing.
- Deep knowledge of the mobile app/game ecosystem, including monetization strategies and subscription models.
- Demonstrated experience building co-marketing plans with partners and managing relationship-driven programs.
- Proven experience driving annual marketing strategies, plans, and/or programs that led to increased user growth for a consumer-facing service, app or game.
- Strong ability to influence and align stakeholders; thrives working on highly collaborative projects, effective at building consensus, fostering trust, handling decisions with ease while navigating ambiguity.
- Experience operating globally, adapting plans to account for regional nuances in partnership with international teams.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Experience measuring marketing programs and optimizing based on data-driven insights.
- Strong analytical skills with experience defining and tracking KPIs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strategic thinker and problem solver with the ability to translate marketing goals into actionable and impactful strategies and plans.
- Comfortable building from scratch - establishing first-ever strategies, processes, GTM plans, and measurement frameworks.
- Understanding of the mobile payments ecosystem and its impact on app marketing strategies.
- Experience working on events/conference/convention activations.
- Proven ability to use marketing technology, tools, automation and AI to streamline operations to help increase efficiency and output.
PAY & BENEFITS
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $119,700 and $225,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
INTRODUCTION
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
The App Store is the world's safest and most vibrant app marketplace, serving more than half a billion people each week! Since the App Store launched in 2008, it has helped creators, dreamers, and learners of all ages and backgrounds connect with the tools and information they need to build a brighter future and a better world. It has enabled countless new companies, spawned new industries and created millions of jobs. A significant driver of the global economy, the App Store facilitates over a $1 trillion in developer billings and sales annually, rewarding developers and entrepreneurs for their hard work and creativity. And we believe we’re just getting started!
The App Store Marketing Team is seeking an experienced partner marketer to join our new developer partner marketing function. This role will drive growth by collaborating closely with app and game developers on consumer-facing co-marketing roadmaps that drive shared success.
DESCRIPTION
As a Manager of WW App Store Partner Marketing, you will be responsible for building relationships with our developers, championing their marketing goals internally, and leading the charge in crafting new co-marketing strategies and tactical plans to deliver value.
Responsibilities
- Engage daily with app/game developers to understand their marketing goals and their upcoming roadmaps, identifying opportunities to collaborate and drive shared success.
- Lead development of annual co-marketing strategies and plans that enhance customer engagement and drive business results for each developer.
- Ensure alignment between partner marketing initiatives and the broader marketing team’s goals, defining and tracking KPIs to measure success.
- Work closely with fellow marketers internally to champion developer needs across all App Store marketing campaigns and channels.
- Influence and collaborate cross-functionally with teams across Editorial, Business Management, Analytics, and our International marketing teams.
- Apply marketing measurement frameworks to assess program effectiveness and optimization based on insights through continuous testing, learning, and iteration.
- Present program results and business impact to senior leadership.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of marketing experience, including a minimum of 3 years focused on partnerships and/or co-marketing.
- Deep knowledge of the mobile app/game ecosystem, including monetization strategies and subscription models.
- Demonstrated experience building co-marketing plans with partners and managing relationship-driven programs.
- Proven experience driving annual marketing strategies, plans, and/or programs that led to increased user growth for a consumer-facing service, app or game.
- Strong ability to influence and align stakeholders; thrives working on highly collaborative projects, effective at building consensus, fostering trust, handling decisions with ease while navigating ambiguity.
- Experience operating globally, adapting plans to account for regional nuances in partnership with international teams.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively.
- Experience measuring marketing programs and optimizing based on data-driven insights.
- Strong analytical skills with experience defining and tracking KPIs.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strategic thinker and problem solver with the ability to translate marketing goals into actionable and impactful strategies and plans.
- Comfortable building from scratch - establishing first-ever strategies, processes, GTM plans, and measurement frameworks.
- Understanding of the mobile payments ecosystem and its impact on app marketing strategies.
- Experience working on events/conference/convention activations.
- Proven ability to use marketing technology, tools, automation and AI to streamline operations to help increase efficiency and output.
PAY & BENEFITS
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $119,700 and $225,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as an App Developer
Align your degree to the role
Your Australian bachelor's degree must correspond directly to the App Developer position, not just technology broadly. A three-year Australian degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but confirm your transcript shows a relevant field before applying.
Target employers with existing LCA history
Employers who have previously filed Labor Condition Applications for software roles already understand the DOL certification process. Prioritize companies with active LCA filings for app development titles, which signals familiarity with E-3 visa sponsorship workflows and reduces back-and-forth during the offer stage.
Request a specific job title on your offer letter
Generic titles like 'developer' can complicate specialty occupation classification. Ask your employer to use a precise title such as 'Software Developer, Applications' that maps cleanly to DOL Standard Occupational Classification codes, strengthening the LCA and visa application from the start.
File your LCA before accepting a start date
DOL LCA certification typically takes seven business days, but it must be approved before your DS-160 and consulate appointment. Build this into your negotiated start date so your employer isn't scrambling and you're not delaying your move to the U.S.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for end-to-end support
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from offer letter to consulate appointment. This is particularly useful for first-time E-3 applicants navigating specialty occupation documentation alongside a new employer unfamiliar with the process.
Prepare for intent questions at the consulate
E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa, so consular officers will assess whether you intend to return to Australia. Bring documentation of ties to Australia, such as property ownership, family, or professional memberships, and be ready to explain your employment terms clearly.
E-3 Visa App Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find App Developer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles that come with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter App Developer positions by employers who have an established E-3 or LCA filing history, which removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the visa process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an App Developer role qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the employer requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like computer science, software engineering, or information systems for the role. If the job posting accepts any degree or lists the degree as preferred rather than required, it may not meet the specialty occupation threshold and could trigger an issue at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for App Developer roles?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is substantially more practical for App Developer roles. There's no lottery, no annual cap that runs out, and no employer registration window to miss. You can apply year-round whenever you have a qualifying job offer, and the employer's filing burden is lower since there's no USCIS petition required for consular processing.
Can I switch App Developer employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA and your new employer's role must independently qualify as a specialty occupation. You'll need a new consulate appointment or a change of status if you're already in the U.S. There's no portability provision like AC21 for the E-3, so don't leave your current role until the new paperwork is underway.