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MLOps Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian engineers pursuing U.S. roles in machine learning infrastructure and model deployment.
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INTRODUCTION
NVIDIA is looking for a dedicated and motivated build and continuous integration (CI/CD) engineer for its GenAI Frameworks (Megatron-LM and NeMo Framework) team. Megatron-LM and NeMo Framework are open-source, scalable and cloud-native frameworks built for researchers and developers working on Large Language Models (LLM), Multimodal (MM), and Video Generation. Megatron-LM and NeMo Framework provide end-to-end model training, including data curation, alignment, customization, evaluation, deployment and tooling to optimize performance and user experience. Building upon the latest DevOps tools, your work will enable GenAI framework software engineers, deep learning algorithm engineers, and research scientists to work efficiently with a wide variety of deep learning algorithms and software stacks as they vigilantly seek out opportunities for performance optimization and continuously deliver high quality software. Does the idea of pushing the boundaries of innovative research and development excite you? Are you interested in getting exposure to the entire DL SW stack? Then join our technically diverse team of DL algorithm engineers and performance optimization specialists to unlock unprecedented deep learning performance in every domain.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and maintain the continuous integration pipelines and release processes of our Generative AI framework and libraries related to Megatron-LM and NeMo Framework.
- Implement efficient and scalable DevOps solutions to allow our fast growing team to release software more frequently while maintaining high-quality and maximum performance.
- Work with industry standard tools (Kubernetes, Docker, Slurm, Ansible, GitLab, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, Artifactory, Jira) in hybrid on-premise and cloud environments.
- Assist with cluster operations and system administration (managing: servers, team accounts, clusters).
- Accelerate research and development cycles by automating recurring tasks such as accuracy and performance regression detection.
- Developing new quality control measures, e.g. code analysis, backwards compatibility, and regression testing, while employing and advancing best-practices.
- Work closely with DL frameworks and libraries (CUDA, cuDNN, cuBLAS, and PyTorch) teams and with other engineering teams within NVIDIA that provide software, testing, and release related infrastructure.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BS or MS degree in Computer Science, Computer Architecture or related technical field (or equivalent experience) and 3+ years of industry experience in DevOps and infrastructure engineering.
- Strong system level programming in languages like Python and shell scripting.
- Experience with build/release systems and CI/CD with solutions like Gitlab, Github, Jenkins etc.
- Experience with Linux system administration.
- Experience with containerization and cluster management technologies like Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience in build tools, including Make, Cmake.
- A strong background in source code management (SCM) solutions such as GitLab, GitHub, Perforce, etc.
- Well-versed problem-solving and debugging skills.
- Great teammate who can collaborate and influence others in a dynamic environment.
- Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proven-track record with GPU accelerated systems at scale.
- Well-versed in DL frameworks such as PyTorch, Jax, or TensorFlow.
- Expertise in cluster and cloud compute technologies, e.g.: SLURM, Lustre, k8s
- Software and hardware Benchmarking on high-performance computing systems.
COMPENSATION
- Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 152,000 USD - 241,500 USD.
- You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until February 23, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy. NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes.
NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Frame your degree for specialty occupation
E-3 visa eligibility hinges on your degree matching the role. A computer science or data engineering degree maps cleanly, but if yours is in a related field like mathematics or statistics, document how your coursework and experience directly support MLOps work.
Target employers with active ML infrastructure teams
Companies running large-scale model deployment pipelines are most likely to understand E-3 sponsorship requirements. Focus your search on organizations with dedicated platform or ML engineering teams, not those where MLOps is a secondary responsibility shared across roles.
Clarify your Australian citizenship early in screening
Many U.S. recruiters conflate visa sponsorship with the H-1B lottery and assume it takes months. Tell them upfront that your E-3 requires no lottery, no cap, and can be processed in weeks. This removes a common reason offers get stalled or withdrawn.
Confirm the job description specifies a required degree
The DOL requires your LCA job posting to list a specific degree as required, not preferred. If the role description says 'bachelor's preferred,' ask HR to revise it before the LCA is filed. A 'preferred' qualification can undermine your specialty occupation determination.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after your offer
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork. The service manages DOL certification, DS-160 preparation, and consulate appointment coordination so you and your employer aren't navigating the process alone.
Check E-Verify enrollment before your start date
If your MLOps role involves handling certain federal contracts or sensitive data systems, your employer may be required to be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm enrollment status before you accept, as unenrolled employers may face onboarding delays that affect your start date.
E-3 Visa Mlops Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find MLOps Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It filters MLOps Engineer roles by E-3 sponsorship readiness, so you're not sifting through listings from employers unfamiliar with the visa. Standard job searches surface roles without any indication of whether the hiring team understands E-3 requirements or has sponsored Australians before.
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 MLOps Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3?
Yes. MLOps Engineer roles require a theoretical and practical application of computer science, systems engineering, or data engineering, and typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation on a case-by-case basis, but roles involving model lifecycle management, CI/CD pipeline design, and infrastructure-as-code are well-supported by the definition.
How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for MLOps Engineers in the United States?
For Australian MLOps Engineers, the E-3 is significantly more predictable. The H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with a roughly 25% selection rate, meaning most registrants are not selected. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been exhausted, requires no lottery, and can typically be processed within weeks of a job offer. You can start work after consulate approval without waiting for a fiscal year start date.
Can I switch MLOps Engineer employers while on an E-3 visa?
Yes, but you need a new E-3 for each employer. Your E-3 is employer-specific, so if you change roles or companies, your new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need to attend a new consulate appointment. There's no portability provision like some other visa categories, so plan for a processing gap between your last day and your new start date.