🇦🇺 Aussies: Get Your E-3 Visa for $499 🇦🇺

E-3 Visa Software Systems Engineer Jobs

Software Systems 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. Australian citizens can enter on E-3 status with no lottery, no annual cap pressure, and unlimited two-year renewals tied to your employment.

Find E-3 Visa Software Systems Engineer Jobs

Overview

Open Jobs1,641+
Work Type85% On-site
Top LocationAustin, TX
Most JobsApple

Showing 5 of 1,641+ Software Systems Engineer jobs

HP
Software Systems Engineer
We won't show you this job again
HP
New 19h ago
Software Systems Engineer
HP
Vancouver, Washington
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
DevOps
Technical Program Management
Project Management
$105k - $162k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Zoox
Senior/Staff Software Systems Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Zoox
New 23h ago
Senior/Staff Software Systems Engineer
Zoox
Foster City, California
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
$208k - $300k/yr
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Joby Aviation
Software Systems Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Joby Aviation
Added 2d ago
Software Systems Engineer
Joby Aviation
San Carlos, California
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Software Engineering
Engineering (Non-Software)
Embedded Systems Engineering
$109k - $150k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Meta
Software Systems Engineer
We won't show you this job again
Meta
Added 3w ago
Software Systems Engineer
Meta
Austin, Texas
Software Engineering
IT Support & Systems Administration
Cloud & DevOps
Systems Administration
$144k - $204k/yr
On-Site
None
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
NVIDIA
Senior Software Systems Engineer
We won't show you this job again
NVIDIA
Added 1mo ago
Senior Software Systems Engineer
NVIDIA
Santa Clara, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Technical Product & Program Management
Data Science
$152k - $288k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)

See all 1,641+ Software Systems Engineer Jobs

Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Software Systems Engineer roles.

Get Access To All Jobs

See all 1,641+ E-3 Visa Software Systems Engineer Jobs

Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new E-3 Visa Software Systems Engineer Jobs.

Get Access To All Jobs

Tips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Software Systems Engineer

Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers

A three-year Australian bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for E-3 visa specialty occupation purposes. Get a credential evaluation from a NACES-accredited evaluator before interviews so hiring managers don't stall on degree equivalency questions.

Filter roles by specialty occupation alignment

Job postings that say 'bachelor's preferred' instead of 'required' can disqualify a role from E-3 specialty occupation status. Target listings that explicitly require a degree in a specific engineering or computer science discipline, not generalist technical roles where any degree satisfies the requirement.

Search specifically for E-3 sponsoring employers

Many U.S. tech employers sponsor H-1B visa but haven't explicitly advertised E-3 willingness. Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with active E-3 and LCA sponsorship history, so you're targeting companies that have already run the DOL filing process for this visa type.

Confirm your offer letter covers LCA requirements

Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL before your consulate appointment. The offer letter needs to specify your job title, worksite location, and that your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and geography.

Use a filing service to avoid LCA and DS-160 errors

Systems engineering roles often span multiple worksites or project-based client sites, which complicates LCA filings. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles your LCA, DS-160, and consulate prep so worksite classification errors don't delay your start date.

Negotiate your start date around consulate processing timelines

E-3 consulate appointment wait times vary by city and season. Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth each have different availability windows. Lock in your interview slot before committing to a start date with your employer so you're not in breach of your offer while waiting for a visa stamp.

E-3 Visa Software Systems Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find Software Systems Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?

Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 sponsorship roles in the U.S. It surfaces Software Systems Engineer positions at employers with active LCA and E-3 filing history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never run the process. Standard job boards don't filter by E-3 sponsorship history, which wastes time on employers unfamiliar with the visa.

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 Systems Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?

Yes, Software Systems Engineer roles typically qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or electrical engineering. The role must be structured so that the degree is a genuine requirement, not just preferred. Roles blending systems engineering with general IT support or project coordination can be harder to qualify if the degree requirement isn't specific to the technical function.

How does the E-3 compare to H-1B for Software Systems Engineers?

The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so your employer can file at any point in the year and expect approval without a random selection event. H-1B registration opens once a year and only around 25 to 30 percent of eligible registrants are selected. For a Software Systems Engineer with Australian citizenship, the E-3 is a direct path that H-1B holders from other countries don't have access to.

Can I change employers or project sites on an E-3 while working as a Software Systems Engineer?

Changing employers requires a new LCA filing and a new E-3 visa stamp in most cases. If you're working across multiple client sites, each worksite location must be covered by your existing LCA or an amended filing. USCIS treats material changes in your job duties or work location as triggering a new filing requirement, so confirm with your employer before any role or site transition.