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Head of Technology roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring permanent residency, making this one of the more structured pathways for senior technology leaders seeking long-term U.S. residency.
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The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
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If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
The Software Engineering Director is a senior technology executive responsible for defining and executing technology strategy, organizational direction, and software delivery outcomes for a major business-aligned technology portfolio. This role serves as a strategic partner to business executives and enterprise technology leaders, driving modernization, innovation, operational excellence, risk management, and talent development across a complex application ecosystem.
The Director leads multiple software engineering teams, managers, architects, and technology professionals while maintaining accountability for technology investments, portfolio health, engineering effectiveness, business alignment, regulatory compliance, and long-term platform evolution. The role is expected to influence enterprise strategy, establish organizational priorities, and deliver measurable business value through technology transformation.
This position leads the Trust Technology organization and is accountable for defining the long-term technology vision supporting Trust, Fiduciary, Investment Management, Wealth Operations, and related client servicing capabilities.
The Director will partner with Trust business executives, Wealth Technology leadership, Enterprise Architecture, Data & AI teams, and Operations leaders to modernize the Trust technology ecosystem and enable Truist's long-term Wealth growth strategy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
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Executes short to midterm operational plans for a software engineering team, translating strategies established by executive and senior leadership into clear objectives and day-to-day priorities for multiple teams led by lower-level managers.
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Manages managers responsible for the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions within the job area, making timely, informed decisions to keep delivery on scope, quality, schedule, and cost targets.
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Applies and improves technology standards, governance practices, and engineering methods within the job area, driving consistent quality, security, and compliance while tailoring processes to team needs.
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Provides input on operational plans and improvement opportunities to senior leadership, sharing data and insights from the job area to refine how strategies are executed.
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Develops and coaches managers, clarifying performance expectations, reinforcing ownership, and building a collaborative, results-oriented engineering culture.
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May manage budget and resources for the job area, overseeing headcount, vendor usage, and spend, and making tradeoff decisions within defined financial and strategic parameters.
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Leads significant process and tooling improvements across the job area, using metrics and feedback to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and improve reliability and throughput.
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Ensures effective risk management and regulatory compliance for software development and deployment in the job area, coordinating with partner teams and control functions to resolve issues within established guidelines.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a related field, or equivalent education, training, and work-related experience.
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Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in software development and technology leadership.
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Advanced management and leadership experience leading large, global software engineering organizations.
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Proficiency in technology strategy, software architecture, and enterprise governance.
Preferred Qualifications
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Advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline.
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Proven experience driving digital transformation and enterprise innovation.
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Wealth Management, Trust, Asset Management, Brokerage, Private Banking, or Financial Services technology experience.
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Experience leading large-scale modernization and digital transformation initiatives.
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Experience supporting highly regulated business environments.
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Knowledge of fiduciary operations, trust accounting, investment management platforms, workflow technologies, and wealth services ecosystems.
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Experience leveraging AI, advanced analytics, and intelligent automation to transform business processes and client experiences.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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INTRODUCTION
The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
Need Help?
If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
The Software Engineering Director is a senior technology executive responsible for defining and executing technology strategy, organizational direction, and software delivery outcomes for a major business-aligned technology portfolio. This role serves as a strategic partner to business executives and enterprise technology leaders, driving modernization, innovation, operational excellence, risk management, and talent development across a complex application ecosystem.
The Director leads multiple software engineering teams, managers, architects, and technology professionals while maintaining accountability for technology investments, portfolio health, engineering effectiveness, business alignment, regulatory compliance, and long-term platform evolution. The role is expected to influence enterprise strategy, establish organizational priorities, and deliver measurable business value through technology transformation.
This position leads the Trust Technology organization and is accountable for defining the long-term technology vision supporting Trust, Fiduciary, Investment Management, Wealth Operations, and related client servicing capabilities.
The Director will partner with Trust business executives, Wealth Technology leadership, Enterprise Architecture, Data & AI teams, and Operations leaders to modernize the Trust technology ecosystem and enable Truist's long-term Wealth growth strategy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
-
Executes short to midterm operational plans for a software engineering team, translating strategies established by executive and senior leadership into clear objectives and day-to-day priorities for multiple teams led by lower-level managers.
-
Manages managers responsible for the design, development, testing, and deployment of software solutions within the job area, making timely, informed decisions to keep delivery on scope, quality, schedule, and cost targets.
-
Applies and improves technology standards, governance practices, and engineering methods within the job area, driving consistent quality, security, and compliance while tailoring processes to team needs.
-
Provides input on operational plans and improvement opportunities to senior leadership, sharing data and insights from the job area to refine how strategies are executed.
-
Develops and coaches managers, clarifying performance expectations, reinforcing ownership, and building a collaborative, results-oriented engineering culture.
-
May manage budget and resources for the job area, overseeing headcount, vendor usage, and spend, and making tradeoff decisions within defined financial and strategic parameters.
-
Leads significant process and tooling improvements across the job area, using metrics and feedback to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and improve reliability and throughput.
-
Ensures effective risk management and regulatory compliance for software development and deployment in the job area, coordinating with partner teams and control functions to resolve issues within established guidelines.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, a related field, or equivalent education, training, and work-related experience.
-
Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in software development and technology leadership.
-
Advanced management and leadership experience leading large, global software engineering organizations.
-
Proficiency in technology strategy, software architecture, and enterprise governance.
Preferred Qualifications
-
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Business Administration, or related discipline.
-
Proven experience driving digital transformation and enterprise innovation.
-
Wealth Management, Trust, Asset Management, Brokerage, Private Banking, or Financial Services technology experience.
-
Experience leading large-scale modernization and digital transformation initiatives.
-
Experience supporting highly regulated business environments.
-
Knowledge of fiduciary operations, trust accounting, investment management platforms, workflow technologies, and wealth services ecosystems.
-
Experience leveraging AI, advanced analytics, and intelligent automation to transform business processes and client experiences.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
EEO is the Law E-Verify IER Right to Work
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Head Of Technology
Document your technology leadership credentials early
Gather performance reviews, org charts showing direct reports, and written evidence of budget authority before applications. PERM audits frequently target senior roles, and documentation gaps can stall your case by months.
Target employers with established PERM filing history
Mid-to-large technology companies and enterprises with dedicated HR legal teams process PERM cases far more predictably than early-stage startups, which often lack the infrastructure to sustain a multi-year sponsorship process through I-140 and adjustment of status.
Search green card sponsoring roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Head of Technology openings by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 filing history. This lets you skip the manual research phase and focus outreach on companies already running PERM processes for comparable roles.
Verify your role qualifies under prevailing wage requirements
Before accepting an offer, look up the OFLC Wage Search to confirm the offered compensation meets the DOL prevailing wage for your job zone and location. A wage shortfall discovered after PERM filing creates costly amendments or restarts.
Clarify the EB classification with your prospective employer
Head of Technology roles can qualify under EB-2 if the employer requires an advanced degree, or EB-3 if a bachelor's degree suffices. Confirm with the sponsoring employer which category they intend to file under before signing an offer, since this affects your priority date and wait time.
Request concurrent I-140 and I-485 filing where eligible
If your priority date is current when the PERM certifies, ask your employer's immigration counsel to file the I-140 and I-485 simultaneously. Concurrent filing lets you change roles more freely under AC21 portability while your green card application is pending.
Green Card Head Of Technology: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Head of Technology role typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most Head of Technology positions qualify for EB-2 when the employer's minimum requirements include a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus substantial progressive experience in a technical field. If the role requires only a bachelor's degree, EB-3 is the more common filing category. The distinction matters because EB-2 and EB-3 priority date backlogs differ significantly by country of birth, affecting how long you wait before you can file for adjustment of status.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this type of role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary, capped at 65,000 slots annually, and subject to lottery selection. PERM-based green card sponsorship has no annual cap at the petition level and results in permanent residency rather than a renewable work visa. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone takes several months, followed by I-140 adjudication and potentially years on a priority date waitlist depending on your country of birth, particularly for applicants born in India or China.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from a sponsoring employer?
The employer must conduct a good-faith recruitment campaign demonstrating no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role at the offered wage. For a Head of Technology position, PERM requires a detailed job description tied to specific minimum requirements, prevailing wage compliance verified through DOL, and documented recruitment steps including job postings. USCIS then adjudicates the I-140 immigrant petition once DOL certifies the PERM application.
How can I find Head of Technology jobs where employers are already open to green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter roles by visa and green card sponsorship willingness, focusing your applications on employers with a documented history of EB-2 and EB-3 filings. This is more reliable than asking during a screening call, since many recruiters don't know their company's PERM history until you reach the offer stage.
Can I switch employers after my green card process starts?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change to a same or similar occupation after your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more, without restarting the green card process. Head of Technology roles generally fall within a broad enough SOC code that a lateral move to a comparable senior technology leadership position at a new employer preserves your priority date and pending adjustment of status application.