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Backend Engineer roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Employers initiate the PERM labor certification process with DOL before filing the I-140 petition, making sponsorship a deliberate, multi-step commitment from the hiring company.
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FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.
Job Summary
FreeWheel’s mission is to build great advertising software. We offer the most extensible and transparent advertising buying platform in the world, operating at a massive global scale. We don’t just operate a Demand Side Platform (DSP) – we are the platform that powers hundreds of DSPs! As a result, we process trillions of transactions to satisfy millions of dollars’ worth of advertising campaigns every month. Our employees enjoy a culture of transparency and one with many challenging problems to solve. We value moving fast, building high-quality reliable software, and supporting each other in the service of driving success for our customers’ businesses. Buyer Cloud (formerly Beeswax) is responsible for building and maintaining the services necessary to set up, configure, manage, monitor, and execute DSP digital real-time bidding campaigns. The App team focuses on APIs, support tools, and ad serving systems, supporting FreeWheel Engineering by enabling efficient and scalable programmatic advertising operations. We are seeking a Backend Python Developer to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and integrate backend solutions that support business needs and solve moderately complex technical challenges. You will contribute throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, development, testing, deployment, and application integration. You will apply engineering best practices to deliver high-quality, reliable software and help improve system performance and operational excellence. Working collaboratively with teammates, you will participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to maintaining strong engineering standards across the team.
Responsibilities:
- Writing and maintaining efficient code for software components, adhering to best practices in development
- Supporting the design and development of new software applications aligned with business objectives
- Implementing testing frameworks for software validation, including unit and integration tests, to ensure quality
- Documenting the software development process, including design and deployment procedures, to facilitate knowledge sharing
- Analyzing software integration needs and planning system architecture to meet technical specifications
- Reviewing current practices and technical literature to inform project solutions and applying engineering methodologies
- Working with Quality Assurance to ensure applications meet technical requirements and fit specifications
- Troubleshooting software issues, providing resolutions to enhance application performance and user satisfaction
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Employees at all levels are expected to:
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job
- Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services
- Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences
- Win as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers
- Drive results and growth
- Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities
Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications. Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Collaboration; Willingness to Learn; Software Development
SALARY:
Illinois Pay Range: $93,016.32 - $139,524.48
Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
2-5 Years
INTRODUCTION
FreeWheel, a Comcast company, provides comprehensive ad platforms for publishers, advertisers, and media buyers. Powered by premium video content, robust data, and advanced technology, we’re making it easier for buyers and sellers to transact across all screens, data types, and sales channels. As a global company, we have offices in nine countries and can insert advertisements around the world.
Job Summary
FreeWheel’s mission is to build great advertising software. We offer the most extensible and transparent advertising buying platform in the world, operating at a massive global scale. We don’t just operate a Demand Side Platform (DSP) – we are the platform that powers hundreds of DSPs! As a result, we process trillions of transactions to satisfy millions of dollars’ worth of advertising campaigns every month. Our employees enjoy a culture of transparency and one with many challenging problems to solve. We value moving fast, building high-quality reliable software, and supporting each other in the service of driving success for our customers’ businesses. Buyer Cloud (formerly Beeswax) is responsible for building and maintaining the services necessary to set up, configure, manage, monitor, and execute DSP digital real-time bidding campaigns. The App team focuses on APIs, support tools, and ad serving systems, supporting FreeWheel Engineering by enabling efficient and scalable programmatic advertising operations. We are seeking a Backend Python Developer to join our team. In this role, you will design, develop, and integrate backend solutions that support business needs and solve moderately complex technical challenges. You will contribute throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements analysis, development, testing, deployment, and application integration. You will apply engineering best practices to deliver high-quality, reliable software and help improve system performance and operational excellence. Working collaboratively with teammates, you will participate in code reviews, provide constructive feedback, and contribute to maintaining strong engineering standards across the team.
Responsibilities:
- Writing and maintaining efficient code for software components, adhering to best practices in development
- Supporting the design and development of new software applications aligned with business objectives
- Implementing testing frameworks for software validation, including unit and integration tests, to ensure quality
- Documenting the software development process, including design and deployment procedures, to facilitate knowledge sharing
- Analyzing software integration needs and planning system architecture to meet technical specifications
- Reviewing current practices and technical literature to inform project solutions and applying engineering methodologies
- Working with Quality Assurance to ensure applications meet technical requirements and fit specifications
- Troubleshooting software issues, providing resolutions to enhance application performance and user satisfaction
- Consistent exercise of independent judgment and discretion in matters of significance
- Regular, consistent and punctual attendance. Must be able to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) as necessary
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Employees at all levels are expected to:
- Understand our Operating Principles; make them the guidelines for how you do your job
- Own the customer experience think and act in ways that put our customers first, give them seamless digital options at every touchpoint, and make them promoters of our products and services
- Know your stuff be enthusiastic learners, users and advocates of our game-changing technology, products and services, especially our digital tools and experiences
- Win as a team make big things happen by working together and being open to new ideas
- Be an active part of the Net Promoter System a way of working that brings more employee and customer feedback into the company by joining huddles, making call backs and helping us elevate opportunities to do better for our customers
- Drive results and growth
- Support a culture of inclusion in how you work and lead
- Do what's right for each other, our customers, investors and our communities
Disclaimer: This information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications. Comcast is an equal opportunity workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Skills:
Collaboration; Willingness to Learn; Software Development
SALARY:
Illinois Pay Range: $93,016.32 - $139,524.48
Comcast intends to offer the selected candidate base pay within this range, dependent on job-related, non-discriminatory factors such as experience. The application window is 30 days from the date job is posted, unless the number of applicants requires it to close sooner or later.
Base pay is one part of the Total Rewards that Comcast provides to compensate and recognize employees for their work. Most sales positions are eligible for a Commission under the terms of an applicable plan, while most non-sales positions are eligible for a Bonus. Additionally, Comcast provides best-in-class Benefits to eligible employees. We believe that benefits should connect you to the support you need when it matters most, and should help you care for those who matter most. That’s why we provide an array of options, expert guidance and always-on tools, that are personalized to meet the needs of your reality - to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. Please visit the compensation and benefits summary on our careers site for more details.
Education
Bachelor's Degree
While possessing the stated degree is preferred, Comcast also may consider applicants who hold some combination of coursework and experience, or who have extensive related professional experience.
RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE
2-5 Years
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Backend Engineer
Document your degree field carefully
PERM requires your degree to correspond directly to the Backend Engineer role. A computer science or software engineering degree strengthens alignment, but a degree in a related field can qualify if your transcript shows coursework in systems, algorithms, or distributed computing.
Target employers with active PERM filings
Search the DOL's OFLC Wage Search records to identify companies that have filed PERM certifications for software engineering roles. Employers who have done it before understand the process and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship midway.
Use Migrate Mate to filter by sponsorship history
Filter Backend Engineer listings by green card sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. This surfaces employers who have completed EB-2 or EB-3 filings for similar roles, cutting out the guesswork of asking recruiters about sponsorship willingness upfront.
Clarify the EB tier before accepting an offer
Ask whether the employer intends to file under EB-2 or EB-3 before signing. EB-2 requires demonstrating an advanced degree or equivalent, while EB-3 covers bachelor's-level roles. The tier affects your priority date and wait time if you're from a backlogged country.
Understand the PERM recruitment obligation
Your employer must complete a mandatory DOL recruitment process before filing PERM, advertising the role to U.S. workers. This typically takes three to six months. Starting discussions early in your job search gives the employer time to initiate that process before your current status expires.
Verify the job description matches O*NET requirements
PERM applications for Backend Engineer roles are compared against the O*NET occupation profile. If the posted job description overstates requirements, DOL may audit the filing. Confirm with your employer that the listed duties and degree requirements align with standard industry definitions.
Green Card Backend Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Backend Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Backend Engineer positions qualify for EB-3 sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field. EB-2 applies if the position genuinely requires a master's degree or if you hold a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience that USCIS accepts as the equivalent. The tier your employer files under affects your priority date and potential wait time.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for Backend Engineers?
H-1B visa grants temporary work authorization for up to six years, with annual cap and lottery exposure. PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no annual cap at the EB-3 classification level for most countries outside India and China. The PERM process takes longer upfront, typically one to three years from labor certification to I-485 approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a visa you need to renew.
How long does the EB-3 green card process take for a Backend Engineer?
From PERM filing to a green card in hand, the process typically runs one to three years for applicants from countries without significant backlogs. The PERM labor certification itself takes three to six months with DOL. After that, USCIS processes the I-140 petition, then you file I-485 for adjustment of status once your priority date is current. Applicants born in India or China face substantially longer waits due to per-country annual limits.
Where can I find Backend Engineer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Backend Engineer roles specifically filtered by employment-based green card sponsorship history. Rather than asking every recruiter whether sponsorship is available, you can identify employers who have already completed EB-2 or EB-3 filings for software engineering roles, which signals both willingness and experience with the PERM process.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes, and starting early is strategically important. USCIS allows H-1B extensions beyond the standard six-year limit once your PERM has been filed for 365 days or your I-140 has been approved. For Backend Engineers on H-1B, this means initiating the PERM process as early as possible protects your ability to stay in the U.S. while your green card application moves through the queue.