E-3 Visa Operations Specialist Jobs
Operations Specialist roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when tied to a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, industrial engineering, or a directly related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian professionals can target U.S. employers year-round without the H-1B visa timing constraints.
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Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas often become extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
Sales and Operations Engineering is part of IS&T and drives the technology behind Apple's global operations, sales, and supply chain. The team connects the systems that move products from factory to customer - bridging sales platforms with the operational infrastructure that keeps Apple running at scale and ensuring Apple's technology and business priorities move in lockstep.
The people here at Apple don’t just craft products - they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it.
DESCRIPTION
Our team is looking for a Test Management PM to join our Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) group to support planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution of tests for projects in the WW SOS Operations organization. As the Test Management PM, you will work with a globally dispersed cross-functional team to manage the successful release of new capabilities and enhancements throughout the SDLC.
Responsibilities
- Drive successful release of system enhancements / new functionalities from Development to Production through effective testing.
- Focus on projects related to S/4HANA supply chain transformation.
- Management of end-to-end test activities, including test strategy, test process management, team coordination, and communication.
- Collaborate with the test automation team to determine the test automation approach and scope for the project effort.
- Create, maintain, and report testing metrics, including SLAs and KPIs.
- Develop test plans, facilitate the creation of test cases, and test scripts on multiple projects of varying sizes.
- Stitch across the different functionalities and facilitate end-to-end test scenario creation, manually or automatically.
- Execute OEM, DC, and Reseller testing processes to onboard new suppliers for EDI, API, inventory management, and pick, pack, and ship operations.
- Coordinate smoke testing.
- Coordinate environment planning and test data readiness.
- Facilitate triage calls and drive issues to resolution with IS&T and business partners to close open issues during Test cycles.
- Negotiate with cross-functional teams and business partners to remove barriers and drive results, without compromising the overall quality of the end deliverable.
- Create and maintain an overall testing knowledge repository for the BPR team.
- Continuously improve testing best practices and methods.
- Create, maintain, and report testing metrics, including SLAs and KPIs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree + 7 years of experience in managing large global technical projects.
- Experience in a lead role during SAP implementations across logistics execution, supply chain, and order-to-cash processes.
- Experience leading teams and implementing change management strategies to drive improvements in testing practices.
- S4HANA experience is required.
- Proficiency in managing and executing system integration testing or user acceptance testing for complex, highly integrated projects.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PMI/PMP and/or Scrum Master certification preferred.
- Preferred certifications in SAP ECC and S/4 Hana, as well as Worksoft or other test automation tools.
- Experience in Operations and various Supply Chain functions (Quote to Cash, Procure to Pay, Make to Deliver, Inventory management, and Reverse Logistics).
- Ability to create, drive, and support test strategy - dedication to delivering great software and releasing it quickly, efficiently, and with increased quality.
- Familiarity with software test automation tools and frameworks, including Worksoft, Tosca, UFT, and Selenium.
- Working knowledge and familiarity with industry best practices in software testing.
- Solid understanding of project management approaches, tools, and phases of the project lifecycle.
- Well-versed in multiple styles of Release & Change Management processes, including Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Iterative.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, flexible, open working style, and an ability to establish trust and credibility quickly.
- Self-motivated individual who thrives working in a global, matrix, fast-paced environment.
- Strong level of customer focus and attention to details.
- High level of professionalism, energy and sense of urgency to “make things happen.”
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 $212,600 and $319,800, 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 often become extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish.
Sales and Operations Engineering is part of IS&T and drives the technology behind Apple's global operations, sales, and supply chain. The team connects the systems that move products from factory to customer - bridging sales platforms with the operational infrastructure that keeps Apple running at scale and ensuring Apple's technology and business priorities move in lockstep.
The people here at Apple don’t just craft products - they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple and help us leave the world better than we found it.
DESCRIPTION
Our team is looking for a Test Management PM to join our Business Process Re-engineering (BPR) group to support planning, scheduling, coordination, and execution of tests for projects in the WW SOS Operations organization. As the Test Management PM, you will work with a globally dispersed cross-functional team to manage the successful release of new capabilities and enhancements throughout the SDLC.
Responsibilities
- Drive successful release of system enhancements / new functionalities from Development to Production through effective testing.
- Focus on projects related to S/4HANA supply chain transformation.
- Management of end-to-end test activities, including test strategy, test process management, team coordination, and communication.
- Collaborate with the test automation team to determine the test automation approach and scope for the project effort.
- Create, maintain, and report testing metrics, including SLAs and KPIs.
- Develop test plans, facilitate the creation of test cases, and test scripts on multiple projects of varying sizes.
- Stitch across the different functionalities and facilitate end-to-end test scenario creation, manually or automatically.
- Execute OEM, DC, and Reseller testing processes to onboard new suppliers for EDI, API, inventory management, and pick, pack, and ship operations.
- Coordinate smoke testing.
- Coordinate environment planning and test data readiness.
- Facilitate triage calls and drive issues to resolution with IS&T and business partners to close open issues during Test cycles.
- Negotiate with cross-functional teams and business partners to remove barriers and drive results, without compromising the overall quality of the end deliverable.
- Create and maintain an overall testing knowledge repository for the BPR team.
- Continuously improve testing best practices and methods.
- Create, maintain, and report testing metrics, including SLAs and KPIs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree + 7 years of experience in managing large global technical projects.
- Experience in a lead role during SAP implementations across logistics execution, supply chain, and order-to-cash processes.
- Experience leading teams and implementing change management strategies to drive improvements in testing practices.
- S4HANA experience is required.
- Proficiency in managing and executing system integration testing or user acceptance testing for complex, highly integrated projects.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PMI/PMP and/or Scrum Master certification preferred.
- Preferred certifications in SAP ECC and S/4 Hana, as well as Worksoft or other test automation tools.
- Experience in Operations and various Supply Chain functions (Quote to Cash, Procure to Pay, Make to Deliver, Inventory management, and Reverse Logistics).
- Ability to create, drive, and support test strategy - dedication to delivering great software and releasing it quickly, efficiently, and with increased quality.
- Familiarity with software test automation tools and frameworks, including Worksoft, Tosca, UFT, and Selenium.
- Working knowledge and familiarity with industry best practices in software testing.
- Solid understanding of project management approaches, tools, and phases of the project lifecycle.
- Well-versed in multiple styles of Release & Change Management processes, including Agile/Scrum, Waterfall, and Iterative.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, flexible, open working style, and an ability to establish trust and credibility quickly.
- Self-motivated individual who thrives working in a global, matrix, fast-paced environment.
- Strong level of customer focus and attention to details.
- High level of professionalism, energy and sense of urgency to “make things happen.”
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 $212,600 and $319,800, 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 Operations Specialist
Align your degree to the role
Operations Specialist positions must meet DOL's specialty occupation standard, meaning your bachelor's degree field needs to match the role's core duties. A degree in business administration, industrial engineering, or supply chain management gives your application the strongest foundation.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find companies that have previously certified LCAs for operations roles. Employers who have filed before understand the process and are far less likely to withdraw an offer after learning about E-3 visa requirements.
Request LCA filing as soon as you get an offer
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before you can apply for your visa. Ask your hiring manager or HR contact to start this step immediately after your written offer, since LCA certification can take up to seven business days and delays push back your consulate appointment.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once your offer is in hand, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This keeps the process moving without putting the administrative burden on an employer who may be filing an E-3 for the first time.
Clarify your Australian degree equivalency upfront
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 purposes, but some employers or their legal teams will question this. Prepare a one-page summary of your qualification and relevant experience before your offer stage to preempt delays.
Prepare for nonimmigrant intent questions at your interview
The E-3 is a nonimmigrant visa, so consular officers will assess your ties to Australia. Bring documentation of ongoing commitments such as property, superannuation, or family connections to demonstrate you intend to return after your authorized stay ends.
E-3 Visa Operations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Operations Specialist jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to find Operations Specialist roles at U.S. employers with E-3 sponsorship history. Many employers post general operations roles without specifying visa support, so filtering by sponsorship availability saves you from pursuing positions where the employer hasn't navigated the process before. Migrate Mate surfaces that employer history directly in your search results.
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 Operations Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
It depends on how the role is defined. Operations Specialist positions that require specific technical knowledge, process engineering, or supply chain expertise tied to a bachelor's degree in a relevant field generally qualify. Generalist coordinator roles where any degree field would be accepted are less likely to pass DOL scrutiny. Your job offer letter needs to specify the degree requirement clearly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Operations Specialist roles?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can start the process as soon as you have a job offer, at any time of year. The H-1B requires lottery selection, which runs once annually in March with a roughly 25% selection rate for general applicants. For Operations Specialist roles, the E-3 is a direct path that doesn't depend on chance.
Can I change employers or roles while on an E-3 as an Operations Specialist?
Yes, but each new employer must file a new LCA and you must obtain a new E-3 visa before starting work with them. You can't transfer an E-3 to a new employer the way some other visa categories allow. Plan for a gap of at least two to four weeks between offer acceptance and your start date to allow for LCA certification and consulate scheduling.