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Software Quality Assurance roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field. Australian QA engineers benefit from no lottery and no annual cap, making it possible to start within weeks of receiving an offer.
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NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.
We are seeking a QA engineer to join our SW/FW testing team. This position will be part of our growing team, which enables NVIDIA products to meet the industry-leading benchmarks of efficiency and quality. We develop a collaborative and inclusive work environment, where ideas are shared and innovation is encouraged. As a QA Engineer in this group, you will be immersed in the latest advancements and actively contribute to developing world-class products. Your efforts will directly impact the performance and quality of our offerings, ensuring they consistently meet industry-leading standards. We are looking for an ideal candidate with proven QA experience who will be actively involved in testing industry-leading features in the Networking sector, can acquire new feature knowledge, conduct both manual and automated tests, and contribute to the development of automation systems. The ideal candidate should bring a robust understanding of the SW release cycle and the QA part in it.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Bring up new lab setups, maintain existing infrastructure, and plan future lab engagements.
- Support optics-accelerated testing, including planning, execution, and analysis of high-speed optical interconnect validation.
- Review architecture, design, and requirements documents for new features across multiple domains, including NVIDIA networking switches, and related systems.
- Design and execute comprehensive test plans for both initial releases and ongoing firmware updates.
- Develop and maintain automated frameworks expanding existing infrastructure with new capabilities to improve coverage, stability, and efficiency.
- Report bugs found during execution, assist with reproduction and debugging to understand root cause, verify bug fixes provided by R&D team, and raise if not fixed.
- Conduct tests in various areas, including regression, performance, functional, and security. Keep track of testing progress and generate summary reports of testing activities.
- Work multi-functionally with teams such as R&D, product marketing, and system verification to ensure high-quality, production-ready deliverables.
- Define and build setup topologies for appropriate product coverage.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS or MS in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience.
- A strong familiarity with QA methodologies, Test design, Bug prioritization, SW release workflows.
- Vast knowledge of network switch configuration and debug including VLAN, switch-port.
- Linux administration knowledge.
- Experience with engineering lab environments for product bring-up and development.
- Self-reliant individual, capable of planning and carrying out tasks within their assigned area.
- Personal: good interpersonal skills, quick learner, proactive, innovative, highly motivated, and committed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven experience in QA - methodologies, and test design.
- Working in fast-paced environment with multiple parallel running activities.
- Experience with release management, V&V, E2E testing.
- Scripting skills and proven experience in Python or other programming languages and knowledge of Linux/Windows OS.
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 84,000 USD - 143,750 USD for Level 1, and 100,000 USD - 166,750 USD for Level 2.
- You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until April 27, 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.
INTRODUCTION
NVIDIA has been transforming computer graphics, PC gaming, and accelerated computing for more than 25 years. It’s a unique legacy of innovation that’s fueled by great technology—and amazing people. Today, we’re tapping into the unlimited potential of AI to define the next era of computing. An era in which our GPU acts as the brains of computers, robots, and self-driving cars that can understand the world. Doing what’s never been done before takes vision, innovation, and the world’s best talent. As an NVIDIAN, you’ll be immersed in a diverse, supportive environment where everyone is inspired to do their best work. Come join the team and see how you can make a lasting impact on the world.
We are seeking a QA engineer to join our SW/FW testing team. This position will be part of our growing team, which enables NVIDIA products to meet the industry-leading benchmarks of efficiency and quality. We develop a collaborative and inclusive work environment, where ideas are shared and innovation is encouraged. As a QA Engineer in this group, you will be immersed in the latest advancements and actively contribute to developing world-class products. Your efforts will directly impact the performance and quality of our offerings, ensuring they consistently meet industry-leading standards. We are looking for an ideal candidate with proven QA experience who will be actively involved in testing industry-leading features in the Networking sector, can acquire new feature knowledge, conduct both manual and automated tests, and contribute to the development of automation systems. The ideal candidate should bring a robust understanding of the SW release cycle and the QA part in it.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Bring up new lab setups, maintain existing infrastructure, and plan future lab engagements.
- Support optics-accelerated testing, including planning, execution, and analysis of high-speed optical interconnect validation.
- Review architecture, design, and requirements documents for new features across multiple domains, including NVIDIA networking switches, and related systems.
- Design and execute comprehensive test plans for both initial releases and ongoing firmware updates.
- Develop and maintain automated frameworks expanding existing infrastructure with new capabilities to improve coverage, stability, and efficiency.
- Report bugs found during execution, assist with reproduction and debugging to understand root cause, verify bug fixes provided by R&D team, and raise if not fixed.
- Conduct tests in various areas, including regression, performance, functional, and security. Keep track of testing progress and generate summary reports of testing activities.
- Work multi-functionally with teams such as R&D, product marketing, and system verification to ensure high-quality, production-ready deliverables.
- Define and build setup topologies for appropriate product coverage.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- BS or MS in Computer Science or Electrical/Electronics Engineering or equivalent experience.
- A strong familiarity with QA methodologies, Test design, Bug prioritization, SW release workflows.
- Vast knowledge of network switch configuration and debug including VLAN, switch-port.
- Linux administration knowledge.
- Experience with engineering lab environments for product bring-up and development.
- Self-reliant individual, capable of planning and carrying out tasks within their assigned area.
- Personal: good interpersonal skills, quick learner, proactive, innovative, highly motivated, and committed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven experience in QA - methodologies, and test design.
- Working in fast-paced environment with multiple parallel running activities.
- Experience with release management, V&V, E2E testing.
- Scripting skills and proven experience in Python or other programming languages and knowledge of Linux/Windows OS.
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 84,000 USD - 143,750 USD for Level 1, and 100,000 USD - 166,750 USD for Level 2.
- You will also be eligible for equity and benefits.
Applications for this job will be accepted at least until April 27, 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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Software Quality Assurance
Translate your credentials for U.S. hiring managers
Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees for E-3 purposes. Make sure your resume frames your QA qualifications in terms of the specific technical degree field, not just your job title or years of experience.
Target employers with existing LCA filing history
Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure database for companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for software quality assurance or QA engineer roles. Prior LCA activity signals that the employer already understands the E-3 filing process and won't need to start from scratch.
Clarify the specialty occupation requirement early
Not every QA role qualifies. If the job posting says a degree is preferred rather than required, the role may not meet the E-3 specialty occupation definition. Raise this with the hiring manager before the offer stage to avoid a last-minute filing problem.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA step
The LCA is the first filing hurdle and must be certified by the DOL before your visa interview. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so your employer isn't left navigating the process without support.
Time your consulate appointment around your current status
If you're already in the U.S. on another visa, check whether consular processing or a change of status makes more sense for your timeline. Returning to Australia for a consulate appointment at Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth is often faster than waiting on a USCIS status change.
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Find Software Quality Assurance JobsSoftware Quality Assurance E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Software Quality Assurance jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended way to search for Software Quality Assurance roles where the employer is open to E-3 sponsorship. Standard job boards don't filter by visa type, which means you spend most of your time on roles that won't lead anywhere. Migrate Mate surfaces positions where sponsorship is a realistic outcome for Australian candidates.
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 Software Quality Assurance role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Most mid-level and senior QA engineer roles qualify because they require a theoretical and practical application of computer science or software engineering knowledge, with a bachelor's degree as a baseline requirement. Roles that list a degree as preferred rather than required, or where any field of study would be accepted, are weaker candidates and can draw scrutiny at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Software Quality Assurance roles?
For Australian QA professionals, the E-3 is significantly more practical. The H-1B requires entering a lottery with roughly a 25% selection rate, while the E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap. You can apply directly after receiving an offer, attend a consulate interview in Australia, and start work within a matter of weeks rather than waiting for an October 1 start date.
What happens to my E-3 status if my employer conducts layoffs or I change roles?
The E-3 is employer-specific, so if you're laid off or change employers, your current E-3 status does not automatically carry over. You'll need a new LCA certified by the DOL and, in most cases, a new visa stamp before you can start with the new employer. You generally have a 60-day grace period after losing employment to find a new sponsor or depart the U.S.
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