E-3 Visa Backend Software Engineer Jobs
Backend Software Engineer roles qualify as E-3 visa specialty occupations, making them straightforward for Australian nationals to secure sponsorship. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply as soon as you have a job offer and a certified Labor Condition Application from your employer.
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Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
The Company operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.
Snap Engineering teams build fun and technically sophisticated products that reach hundreds of millions of Snapchatters around the world, every day. We’re deeply committed to the well-being of everyone in our global community, which is why our values are at the root of everything we do. We move fast, with precision, and always execute with privacy at the forefront.
We’re looking for a Backend Engineer to join Snap Inc!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll do:
- Design, implement, and operate our most critical and scalable services - ranging from user identity services, friend graph, and our core persistence layer
- Work across teams to understand product requirements, evaluate trade-offs, and deliver the solutions needed to build innovative products
- You evaluate, appropriately test, and debug your work, striving for high quality
- Advocate for and apply best practices when it comes to availability, scalability, operational excellence, and cost management
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Experience with backend services or distributed systems
- Ability to independently execute on medium sized features, taking a few weeks and multiple PRs to complete
- Ability to understand the operational aspects of your system and may participate in incident or hotfix investigation and resolution
- Ability to collaborate and work well with others
- Proven track record of operating highly-available systems at significant scale
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BA degree in a technical field such as Computer Science or equivalent years of experience
- Experience coding in an industry-standard language (e.g. Java, Kotlin, Swift, Python, C++)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Java, C++, and/or Python
- Experience with NoSQL solutions, Memcache/Redis, Kubernetes, or Google/AWS services
- Experience in at least one of the following areas:
- Large-scale microservices and distributed systems
- Cloud computing and storage systems
- Infrastructure and large-scale system design
LOCATION
At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.
EEO STATEMENT
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).
OUR BENEFITS
Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
COMPENSATION
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC):
The base salary range for this position is $118,000-$176,000 annually.
Zone B:
The base salary range for this position is $112,000-$167,000 annually.
Zone C:
The base salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000 annually.
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
If you believe this job description is missing required pay transparency information, please submit a report through this form: Job Description Pay Range Disclosure.
INTRODUCTION
Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
The Company operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.
Snap Engineering teams build fun and technically sophisticated products that reach hundreds of millions of Snapchatters around the world, every day. We’re deeply committed to the well-being of everyone in our global community, which is why our values are at the root of everything we do. We move fast, with precision, and always execute with privacy at the forefront.
We’re looking for a Backend Engineer to join Snap Inc!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll do:
- Design, implement, and operate our most critical and scalable services - ranging from user identity services, friend graph, and our core persistence layer
- Work across teams to understand product requirements, evaluate trade-offs, and deliver the solutions needed to build innovative products
- You evaluate, appropriately test, and debug your work, striving for high quality
- Advocate for and apply best practices when it comes to availability, scalability, operational excellence, and cost management
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Experience with backend services or distributed systems
- Ability to independently execute on medium sized features, taking a few weeks and multiple PRs to complete
- Ability to understand the operational aspects of your system and may participate in incident or hotfix investigation and resolution
- Ability to collaborate and work well with others
- Proven track record of operating highly-available systems at significant scale
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BA degree in a technical field such as Computer Science or equivalent years of experience
- Experience coding in an industry-standard language (e.g. Java, Kotlin, Swift, Python, C++)
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with Java, C++, and/or Python
- Experience with NoSQL solutions, Memcache/Redis, Kubernetes, or Google/AWS services
- Experience in at least one of the following areas:
- Large-scale microservices and distributed systems
- Cloud computing and storage systems
- Infrastructure and large-scale system design
LOCATION
At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.
EEO STATEMENT
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).
OUR BENEFITS
Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
COMPENSATION
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC):
The base salary range for this position is $118,000-$176,000 annually.
Zone B:
The base salary range for this position is $112,000-$167,000 annually.
Zone C:
The base salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000 annually.
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
If you believe this job description is missing required pay transparency information, please submit a report through this form: Job Description Pay Range Disclosure.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Backend Software Engineer
Align your resume to U.S. conventions
U.S. hiring managers expect a one- to two-page resume, not a multi-page CV. Lead with a technical skills summary listing your languages, frameworks, and cloud platforms, since these are the first things backend engineering recruiters filter on.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find companies that have filed LCAs for backend or software engineering roles. These employers already understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer when sponsorship comes up.
Clarify E-3 specifics early in interviews
Many U.S. engineering hiring managers confuse the E-3 with the H-1B visa and assume a lottery is involved. Correcting this in the recruiter screen, by explaining the E-3 has no cap and no lottery, prevents the sponsorship conversation from stalling at the offer stage.
Confirm your degree satisfies specialty occupation
USCIS requires your bachelor's degree field to directly relate to backend software engineering. A computer science, software engineering, or information systems degree qualifies cleanly. If yours is in a different field, document how your coursework and work history bridge the gap.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for paperwork
Once you have an offer, the LCA and DS-160 filings move quickly. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service manages the entire process from LCA certification through consulate appointment, so you and your employer aren't coordinating government portals under deadline pressure.
Negotiate your start date around consulate wait times
E-3 visas are issued at Australian consulates in Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth, and appointment availability fluctuates. Build at least four to six weeks between your offer acceptance and proposed start date to absorb any scheduling delays without putting the role at risk.
E-3 Visa Backend Software Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find backend software engineer jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 visa roles in the U.S. You can filter backend engineering positions by employers who have active sponsorship history, which removes the guesswork of approaching companies unfamiliar with the E-3. Most general job boards don't surface visa sponsorship data, so searching without that filter wastes significant time.
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 backend software engineering qualify as an E-3 specialty occupation?
Yes. Backend software engineering consistently meets the USCIS specialty occupation standard because the role normally requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. Job postings that list a relevant degree as required, rather than preferred, are the strongest fit. Roles described as general IT support or requiring any bachelor's degree are harder to support under E-3.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for backend engineering roles?
The E-3 has no annual lottery and no numerical cap, so you can apply any time of year after receiving a job offer. The H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with a roughly 25 to 30 percent selection rate for most applicants. For an Australian backend engineer, the E-3 is the direct path, and there's no reason to pursue H-1B sponsorship when the E-3 is available.
What does my employer actually have to do to sponsor my E-3?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the DOL certifying that your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for the role and location. That's the main employer obligation before your visa interview. The employer doesn't file a petition with USCIS for consular E-3 applications, which makes the process significantly lighter than H-1B sponsorship and a common reason engineers can move faster from offer to start date.