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Technical Lead roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Australian citizens can secure employer-sponsored E-3 status with no lottery and indefinite two-year renewals, making this one of the most stable paths to long-term U.S. employment in technical leadership.
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It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.
We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.
The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.
If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a highly experienced ServiceNow Developer - Technical Lead to design, develop, and optimize end-to-end solutions on the ServiceNow platform. You will lead and mentor developers, ensure high-quality and well-documented delivery, and partner closely with service owners, process owners, and cross-functional teams.
In this role, you will design and implement complex workflows and integrations, ensuring seamless configuration, performance, and optimization of the ServiceNow instance. You will drive solution design, lead requirements sessions, perform code reviews, deliver demos, present at Change Control Boards, and oversee deployments.
This position requires deep expertise in ServiceNow architecture, third-party integrations, and full SDLC execution—from initial development through implementation. The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving skills, a hands-on approach, and a proven ability to enhance platform performance in complex enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect, design, and implement scalable ServiceNow solutions aligned with business requirements and platform best practices.
- Lead development lifecycle end-to-end, including requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, customization, and deployment.
- Develop and optimize workflows, service requests, business rules, UI policies, automations, and integrations using Flow Designer, Integration Hub, and scripting.
- Integrate ServiceNow with enterprise systems (e.g., Workday, ERP, HRIS, project tools) using REST/SOAP APIs, MID Server, JDBC, and other technologies.
- Ensure platform performance, security, compliance, and governance, including monitoring health and usage.
- Lead platform upgrades, patches, module rollouts, and custom application development across ITSM, HRSD, and other modules.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to developers; conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards and architectural guidelines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues, perform performance tuning, and support capacity planning.
- Maintain data quality and integrations, including data loads, transformations, and maintenance across connected systems.
- Participate in Agile development, analyzing requirements and user stories to deliver high-quality, iterative enhancements.
- Create technical documentation, requirements definitions, specifications, and provide stakeholder training as needed.
- Support governance and change processes, including demos, CCB presentations, and release planning.
- Stay current with ServiceNow releases and recommend enhancements to maximize platform capability.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you'll have:
12+ years of ServiceNow development and architecture experience, including leading end-to-end solution design and mentoring developers.
- Deep expertise across major ServiceNow suites (ITSM, ITOM, HRSD, CMDB, SPM) and building scoped/custom applications.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript, Glide API, Business Rules, Client Scripts, UI Policies, Script Includes, Flow Designer, Integration Hub, Service Portal, and platform scripting.
- Expert experience integrating ServiceNow with enterprise systems using REST/SOAP, MID Server, JDBC, and modern API frameworks.
- Proven track record in platform performance tuning, CMDB/data modeling, Discovery/Service Mapping, and maintaining instance governance.
- Experience with Service Portal development using AngularJS, HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap is a plus.
- Knowledge of MID Server, LDAP, SSO, OAuth, and Web Services integration.
- Experience in ServiceNow Scoped Applications and Custom App Development.
- Strong understanding of upgrade strategies, security models, access controls, and compliance requirements.
- Experience applying AI or automation to workflows, insights, or decision-making, with ability to evaluate emerging platform capabilities.
- Skilled in Agile/Scrum and Dev Sec Ops practices with excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management.
- ServiceNow certifications: CSA (Certified System Administrator) and CAD (Certified Application Developer) required;
- Nice to have CIS (ITSM/ITOM/HRSD/SPM), Advanced Admin, or Architect certifications preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
MANDATORY NOTICES
U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.
Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).
For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.
Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.
This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.
Base Compensation Range Region 1: $157,600 USD - $226,800 USD
Base Compensation Range Region 2: $134,000 USD - $192,800 USD
Shift: Day
Workplace Type: Set Schedule - This job will be onsite weekly, the percentage of onsite work will be defined by the leader.
LOCATION
Sunnyvale, CA, United States
Not Remote
Information Technology & Systems
JOB210183
INTRODUCTION
It started with a simple idea: what if surgery could be less invasive and recovery less painful? Nearly 30 years later, that question still fuels everything we do at Intuitive. As a global leader in robotic-assisted surgery and minimally invasive care, our technologies—like the da Vinci surgical system and Ion—have transformed how care is delivered for millions of patients worldwide.
We’re a team of engineers, clinicians, and innovators united by one purpose: to make surgery smarter, safer, and more human. Every day, our work helps care teams perform with greater precision and patients recover faster, improving outcomes around the world.
The problems we solve demand creativity, rigor, and collaboration. The work is challenging, but deeply meaningful—because every improvement we make has the potential to change a life.
If you’re ready to contribute to something bigger than yourself and help transform the future of healthcare, you’ll find your purpose here.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a highly experienced ServiceNow Developer - Technical Lead to design, develop, and optimize end-to-end solutions on the ServiceNow platform. You will lead and mentor developers, ensure high-quality and well-documented delivery, and partner closely with service owners, process owners, and cross-functional teams.
In this role, you will design and implement complex workflows and integrations, ensuring seamless configuration, performance, and optimization of the ServiceNow instance. You will drive solution design, lead requirements sessions, perform code reviews, deliver demos, present at Change Control Boards, and oversee deployments.
This position requires deep expertise in ServiceNow architecture, third-party integrations, and full SDLC execution—from initial development through implementation. The ideal candidate brings strong problem-solving skills, a hands-on approach, and a proven ability to enhance platform performance in complex enterprise environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Architect, design, and implement scalable ServiceNow solutions aligned with business requirements and platform best practices.
- Lead development lifecycle end-to-end, including requirements gathering, solution design, configuration, customization, and deployment.
- Develop and optimize workflows, service requests, business rules, UI policies, automations, and integrations using Flow Designer, Integration Hub, and scripting.
- Integrate ServiceNow with enterprise systems (e.g., Workday, ERP, HRIS, project tools) using REST/SOAP APIs, MID Server, JDBC, and other technologies.
- Ensure platform performance, security, compliance, and governance, including monitoring health and usage.
- Lead platform upgrades, patches, module rollouts, and custom application development across ITSM, HRSD, and other modules.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to developers; conduct code reviews and enforce coding standards and architectural guidelines.
- Troubleshoot and resolve platform issues, perform performance tuning, and support capacity planning.
- Maintain data quality and integrations, including data loads, transformations, and maintenance across connected systems.
- Participate in Agile development, analyzing requirements and user stories to deliver high-quality, iterative enhancements.
- Create technical documentation, requirements definitions, specifications, and provide stakeholder training as needed.
- Support governance and change processes, including demos, CCB presentations, and release planning.
- Stay current with ServiceNow releases and recommend enhancements to maximize platform capability.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
To be successful in this role you'll have:
12+ years of ServiceNow development and architecture experience, including leading end-to-end solution design and mentoring developers.
- Deep expertise across major ServiceNow suites (ITSM, ITOM, HRSD, CMDB, SPM) and building scoped/custom applications.
- Strong proficiency in JavaScript, Glide API, Business Rules, Client Scripts, UI Policies, Script Includes, Flow Designer, Integration Hub, Service Portal, and platform scripting.
- Expert experience integrating ServiceNow with enterprise systems using REST/SOAP, MID Server, JDBC, and modern API frameworks.
- Proven track record in platform performance tuning, CMDB/data modeling, Discovery/Service Mapping, and maintaining instance governance.
- Experience with Service Portal development using AngularJS, HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap is a plus.
- Knowledge of MID Server, LDAP, SSO, OAuth, and Web Services integration.
- Experience in ServiceNow Scoped Applications and Custom App Development.
- Strong understanding of upgrade strategies, security models, access controls, and compliance requirements.
- Experience applying AI or automation to workflows, insights, or decision-making, with ability to evaluate emerging platform capabilities.
- Skilled in Agile/Scrum and Dev Sec Ops practices with excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management.
- ServiceNow certifications: CSA (Certified System Administrator) and CAD (Certified Application Developer) required;
- Nice to have CIS (ITSM/ITOM/HRSD/SPM), Advanced Admin, or Architect certifications preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19. Details can vary by role.
Intuitive is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees, and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type, without regard to race, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, protected veteran or disability status, genetic information or any other status protected under federal, state, or local applicable laws.
MANDATORY NOTICES
U.S. Export Controls Disclaimer: In accordance with the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (15 CFR §743.13(b)), some roles at Intuitive Surgical may be subject to U.S. export controls for prospective employees who are nationals from countries currently on embargo or sanctions status.
Certain information you provide as part of the application will be used for purposes of determining whether Intuitive Surgical will need to (i) obtain an export license from the U.S. Government on your behalf (note: the government’s licensing process can take 3 to 6+ months) or (ii) implement a Technology Control Plan (“TCP”) (note: typically adds 2 weeks to the hiring process).
For any Intuitive role subject to export controls, final offers are contingent upon obtaining an approved export license and/or an executed TCP prior to the prospective employee’s start date, which may or may not be flexible, and within a timeframe that does not unreasonably impede the hiring need. If applicable, candidates will be notified and instructed on any requirements for these purposes.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with fair chance laws.
Preference will be given to qualified candidates who do not reside, or plan to reside, in Alabama, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, or Tennessee.
This position may be filled at a different job level than listed here depending on business need and/or on the selected candidate’s experience, knowledge and skills.
Compensation will be based primarily on the job level at which the role is filled and the candidate’s qualifications, consistent with applicable law.
We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity. It would not be typical for someone to be hired at the top end of range for the role, as actual pay will be determined based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The target compensation ranges are listed.
Base Compensation Range Region 1: $157,600 USD - $226,800 USD
Base Compensation Range Region 2: $134,000 USD - $192,800 USD
Shift: Day
Workplace Type: Set Schedule - This job will be onsite weekly, the percentage of onsite work will be defined by the leader.
LOCATION
Sunnyvale, CA, United States
Not Remote
Information Technology & Systems
JOB210183
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Technical Lead
Document your technical leadership scope clearly
Your E-3 visa petition lives or dies on whether the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Gather written evidence that your Technical Lead position requires a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's degree, before approaching U.S. employers.
Target employers with existing LCA filing history
Search the DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway disclosure data to find companies that have filed Labor Condition Applications for technical roles. These employers already understand the E-3 process and won't need convincing that sponsorship is feasible.
Clarify reporting structure during salary negotiations
The LCA locks in your worksite and prevailing wage tier before your visa is issued. If your role spans multiple office locations or includes remote work, confirm exactly which worksite the employer will list, as changing it later requires a new LCA filing.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the LCA and paperwork
Once you have an offer, the LCA must be DOL-certified before your consulate appointment. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so the timeline between offer acceptance and your interview stays as short as possible.
Address the specialty occupation question before your interview
Consular officers increasingly scrutinise Technical Lead titles because they can describe both highly specialised and broadly generalist roles. Bring a detailed offer letter specifying the degree field required and the technical systems you'll own, not just team size or seniority.
Negotiate a start date that accounts for LCA processing
DOL targets seven business days for standard LCA certification, but delays occur. Build at least three weeks between your offer acceptance and your proposed start date so your employer isn't pressured into unrealistic timelines that create filing errors.
E-3 Visa Technical Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Technical Lead jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Search Migrate Mate to filter Technical Lead roles by employers who sponsor the E-3 visa for Australian professionals. Generic job boards don't surface sponsorship intent, so you'll waste time applying to roles where the hiring team has no process in place. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers already set up to file the LCA and support your consulate appointment.
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 Technical Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Most Technical Lead positions qualify because they require a theoretical and practical application of highly specialised knowledge in a specific engineering or computer science field. The risk is when a job description lists duties that any degree could support. Ensure your offer letter specifies the required degree field, not just a generic bachelor's degree requirement, and that your day-to-day responsibilities involve applying that specialised knowledge directly.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Technical Lead roles?
For Australian nationals, the E-3 is strictly better than the H-1B visa for Technical Lead positions. There is no annual lottery, no cap to exhaust, and the 10,500-slot annual allocation has never been fully used. You can apply directly at a U.S. consulate in Australia after your employer files the LCA, rather than waiting for a lottery result in April and a potential October start date. Renewals are indefinite in two-year increments with continued employment.
What happens to my E-3 status if I change employers mid-year?
Your E-3 is tied to a specific employer and role, so changing jobs means starting the process from scratch with your new employer. They'll need to file a new LCA and you'll need a new E-3 visa or a change of status if you're already in the U.S. There's no USCIS portability provision equivalent to H-1B for E-3 holders, so time the transition carefully and ensure your new employer is ready to move quickly before your current visa expires.