E-3 Visa Product Software Engineer Jobs
Product Software Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so Australian nationals can start the sponsorship process as soon as they have a job offer.
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Meta is seeking talented experienced engineers to join our teams in building cutting-edge products that connect billions of people around the world. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on complex technical problems, build new features, and improve existing products across various platforms, including mobile devices and web applications. Our teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of user experience, and we're looking for passionate individuals who can help us advance the way people connect globally. If you're interested in joining a world-class team of engineers and researchers to work on exciting projects that have significant impact, we encourage you to apply.
Software Engineer, Product Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, operations, infrastructure) to build innovative application experiences
- Implement custom user interfaces using latest programming techniques and technologies
- Analyze and optimize code for quality, efficiency, and performance, and provide feedback to peers during code reviews
- Set direction and goals for teams, lead major initiatives, provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers, and help onboard new team members
- Architect efficient and scalable systems that drive complex applications
- Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues, and drive large efforts to reduce technical debt
- Work on a variety of coding languages and technologies
- Establish ownership of components, features, or systems with expert end-to-end understanding
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience utilizing data and analysis to explain technical problems and provide detailed feedback and solutions
- Demonstrated experience driving change within an organization and leading complex technical projects
- 8+ years of programming experience in a relevant language OR 4+ years experience with a PhD
Preferred Qualifications:
- 6+ years relevant experience building large-scale applications or similar experience
- Experience improving quality through thoughtful code reviews, appropriate testing, proper rollout, monitoring, and proactive changes
- Experience in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Swift, or Kotlin, and scripting languages such as Python, Javascript, or Hack
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $183,997/year to $257,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
INTRODUCTION
Meta is seeking talented experienced engineers to join our teams in building cutting-edge products that connect billions of people around the world. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on complex technical problems, build new features, and improve existing products across various platforms, including mobile devices and web applications. Our teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of user experience, and we're looking for passionate individuals who can help us advance the way people connect globally. If you're interested in joining a world-class team of engineers and researchers to work on exciting projects that have significant impact, we encourage you to apply.
Software Engineer, Product Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (product, design, operations, infrastructure) to build innovative application experiences
- Implement custom user interfaces using latest programming techniques and technologies
- Analyze and optimize code for quality, efficiency, and performance, and provide feedback to peers during code reviews
- Set direction and goals for teams, lead major initiatives, provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers, and help onboard new team members
- Architect efficient and scalable systems that drive complex applications
- Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues, and drive large efforts to reduce technical debt
- Work on a variety of coding languages and technologies
- Establish ownership of components, features, or systems with expert end-to-end understanding
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience
- Experience utilizing data and analysis to explain technical problems and provide detailed feedback and solutions
- Demonstrated experience driving change within an organization and leading complex technical projects
- 8+ years of programming experience in a relevant language OR 4+ years experience with a PhD
Preferred Qualifications:
- 6+ years relevant experience building large-scale applications or similar experience
- Experience improving quality through thoughtful code reviews, appropriate testing, proper rollout, monitoring, and proactive changes
- Experience in programming languages such as C, C++, Java, Swift, or Kotlin, and scripting languages such as Python, Javascript, or Hack
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
About Meta:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $183,997/year to $257,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Product Software Engineer
Align your degree to the role
Your Australian bachelor's degree must correspond to the product software engineering discipline, not just any technical field. A three-year Australian degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree, but confirm your credentials before applying.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to find companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for software engineering roles. Prior filings signal the employer already understands the E-3 visa sponsorship process and won't stall at the LCA step.
Negotiate sponsorship before signing anything
Raise the E-3 sponsorship requirement during the offer stage, not after you've accepted. Most U.S. employers aren't familiar with the E-3 specifically, so frame it as simpler than H-1B visa: no lottery, no annual cap, and the LCA is employer-filed with the DOL.
Confirm your job description meets specialty occupation
The role must require a degree in a specific technical discipline. Generic software roles described as needing 'any bachelor's degree' can fail the specialty occupation test. Ask your employer to tighten the job description to reference computer science or software engineering specifically.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for LCA and paperwork
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This covers the DOL certification, DS-160, and consulate preparation so your employer doesn't need to engage separate immigration counsel.
Prepare for nonimmigrant intent questions at the consulate
Consular officers assess whether you intend to return to Australia. Bring documentation of your ties back home, such as property ownership, family connections, or superannuation activity, alongside your employment offer and certified LCA to support your E-3 application.
E-3 Visa Product Software Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Product Software Engineer jobs with E-3 sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search for Product Software Engineer roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Because the E-3 is specific to Australian nationals, most general job boards don't filter for it. Migrate Mate surfaces roles based on sponsorship history and E-3 eligibility so you're not applying blind.
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 a Product Software Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like computer science, software engineering, or a closely related discipline. The DOL and USCIS look at whether the degree is a standard minimum for the position, not just preferred. If the job description only says 'bachelor's degree in any field,' the role may not meet the specialty occupation threshold and the employer should revise it before filing the LCA.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Product Software Engineer roles?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is significantly more accessible. The H-1B is subject to an annual cap of 85,000 and a randomized lottery, meaning a qualified candidate can be rejected purely by chance. The E-3 has a 10,500 annual allocation that has never been exhausted, so there's no lottery and no waiting period. Both require a specialty occupation job offer and a certified LCA, but the E-3 process is faster and more predictable for software engineering roles.
Can I change employers or switch from a startup to a larger company while on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and a new visa or amended status before starting with the new employer. The E-3 is employer-specific, so your current approval doesn't transfer. If you're changing jobs inside the U.S., your new employer files a fresh LCA with the DOL and you either apply for a change of status with USCIS or obtain a new E-3 stamp at a consulate before your next international trip.