Green Card Embedded Software Developer Jobs

Embedded Software Developer jobs with green card sponsorship let you build a permanent U.S. career writing firmware, real-time operating systems, and hardware-abstraction layers. Most roles qualify under EB-2 or EB-3, with PERM labor certification confirming your employer meets DOL prevailing-wage requirements before the I-140 petition moves forward.

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Overview

Open Jobs131+
Work Type85% On-site
Top LocationSunnyvale, CA
Most JobsAmazon.com

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SoC Embedded Software Engineer
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SoC Embedded Software Engineer
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Firmware Engineering
Backend Engineering
$129k - $195k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
AMPURE CHARGING SYSTEMS INC
Monrovia, California
Software Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Backend Engineering
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Bachelor's

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Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
Amazon.com
Westborough, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Embedded Systems Engineering
$144k - $194k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
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Principal Embedded Software Engineer
Stryker
Portage, Michigan
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Embedded Systems Engineering
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$136k - $226k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Embedded Software Engineer
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Embedded Software Engineer
KPIT Technologies
Novi, Michigan
Software Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Backend Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Embedded Software Developer

Document your embedded systems specialization early

Gather evidence of your hardware-software interface work: firmware projects, real-time OS implementations, and proprietary protocol designs. PERM labor certification requires your employer to prove your credentials match a specific role, so detailed technical documentation speeds that process.

Target employers with active PERM filing history

Search Migrate Mate to identify companies that have filed PERM applications for Embedded Software Developer roles. Employers already familiar with the PERM recruitment test move faster and are less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-process due to administrative surprises.

Verify your SOC code before salary negotiations

Embedded roles map to multiple SOC codes depending on whether your work is classified as software development or electrical engineering. Use O*NET and the OFLC Wage Search to confirm which code fits your duties, since the prevailing wage tied to that code anchors your offered salary.

Ask about priority dates before accepting an offer

If you're a national of a high-demand country like India or China, employment-based priority-date backlogs can significantly extend your wait for a green card. Ask the hiring team which EB category they intend to file under and whether they've consulted USCIS visa bulletin projections.

Distinguish EB-2 and EB-3 eligibility with your employer

If your Embedded Software Developer role genuinely requires a master's degree or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience, push for EB-2 classification. EB-2 often allows concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing when a visa number is available, shortening your overall timeline.

Understand AC21 portability before the I-485 stage

Once your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in line. Plan any company transitions around this threshold rather than starting the PERM process over.

Green Card Embedded Software Developer: Frequently Asked Questions

What green card categories cover Embedded Software Developer roles?

Most Embedded Software Developer positions qualify under EB-2 or EB-3. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree combined with at least five years of progressive experience in embedded systems. EB-3 covers professionals with a bachelor's degree or skilled workers with two or more years of relevant experience. Your employer's immigration counsel determines which category fits the specific job requirements.

How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?

Green card sponsorship is permanent residence, not a temporary work authorization. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with the Department of Labor, where your employer must conduct a formal recruitment test and obtain a prevailing wage determination. That is followed by an I-140 immigrant petition and then adjustment of status or consular processing. H-1B visa is a nonimmigrant visa with no PERM requirement and a fixed status period, while a green card has no expiration once issued.

How do I find employers who sponsor green cards for Embedded Software Developer jobs?

Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified PERM and employment-based sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. This lets you focus your applications on companies that have already committed to the green card process for roles like yours, rather than discovering late in the interview cycle that an employer won't sponsor permanent residence.

What is the PERM labor certification process for an Embedded Software Developer?

PERM requires your employer to obtain a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conduct a formal recruitment campaign proving no qualified U.S. worker is available for the role. The employer files the PERM application with DOL. If certified, the approved PERM establishes your priority date and supports the I-140 immigrant petition filed with USCIS. Your technical specialization in embedded systems must be clearly reflected in the job description.

Can I change employers after my green card process has started?

It depends on how far along your case is. If your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the process. Before that threshold, changing employers typically requires your new employer to begin a fresh PERM labor certification, though an approved I-140 priority date can often carry over.