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Program Manager roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in business, engineering, or a related field. Employers file a PERM labor certification with DOL before sponsoring you for permanent residency, making this a direct path to a U.S. green card.
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We are building the next generation of AI-powered infrastructure to accelerate hardware and silicon development. AI is reshaping how engineering teams operate, and we are investing in infrastructure that brings chatbots, agents and assistants intelligence into the core of hardware workflows. As a Technical Program Manager, you will play a critical role in turning this vision into reality - driving cross-functional programs, scaling systems, and delivering AI capabilities that transform how silicon is designed, verified, and brought to production. Spanning ASIC, research, and infrastructure, this role drives execution in close collaboration with engineers across all teams. We emphasize having influence over technical direction, not just performing tasks or tracking metrics. You should consider yourself an expert in chip design workflows and AI - or demonstrate a strong willingness to learn. Our mission is to enable NVIDIA design and deliver world-class silicon faster than ever using AI while ensuring performance, efficiency, and resilience.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead end-to-end planning and execution of AI for Chip Design initiatives ensuring timely, on-scope, and scalable delivery
Define program plans and timelines for AI capabilities, tracking progress, partnership status, risk opportunities and reporting status to leadership
Lead technical discussions between AI engineers, hardware teams, and platform groups to ensure alignment on architecture, integration, and delivery expectations
Operationalize the evaluation of both internal and external AI tools and drive their adoption by collaborating with hardware teams, providing guidance, and gathering feedback for continuous improvement
Establish and monitor key program metrics to measure execution success, identify bottlenecks, and ensure delivery meets quality, performance, and scalability targets
Serve as the central point of communication for all stakeholders, providing clear status updates, insight into dependencies, and escalating when needed
Partner with engineering leaders to prioritize initiatives that improve impact for silicon development and hardware workflows
Document program processes, decisions, and lessons learned to create repeatable practices for AI infrastructure delivery and cross-team collaboration
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science or a related field with 12+ years of proven experience leading complex, cross-functional technical programs in AI
Hands-on experience building, deploying, or integrating AI agents, copilots, or LLM-powered systems into real-world workflows
Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, system architecture, and scalable infrastructure for applications that use artificial intelligence
Demonstrated ability to collaborate deeply with engineering teams and influence technical decisions, architecture, and trade-offs
Experience driving programs from concept through production, including planning, execution, risk management, and delivery at scale
Excellent communication and stakeholder leadership skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear program direction and updates
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in hardware or silicon development environments, understanding RTL, verification, and pre-silicon workflows
Familiarity with cloud-scale infrastructure, orchestration systems, and data pipelines for AI applications
* Experience with cross-geography coordination and leading teams or projects spanning multiple sites
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 27, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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INTRODUCTION
We are building the next generation of AI-powered infrastructure to accelerate hardware and silicon development. AI is reshaping how engineering teams operate, and we are investing in infrastructure that brings chatbots, agents and assistants intelligence into the core of hardware workflows. As a Technical Program Manager, you will play a critical role in turning this vision into reality - driving cross-functional programs, scaling systems, and delivering AI capabilities that transform how silicon is designed, verified, and brought to production. Spanning ASIC, research, and infrastructure, this role drives execution in close collaboration with engineers across all teams. We emphasize having influence over technical direction, not just performing tasks or tracking metrics. You should consider yourself an expert in chip design workflows and AI - or demonstrate a strong willingness to learn. Our mission is to enable NVIDIA design and deliver world-class silicon faster than ever using AI while ensuring performance, efficiency, and resilience.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead end-to-end planning and execution of AI for Chip Design initiatives ensuring timely, on-scope, and scalable delivery
Define program plans and timelines for AI capabilities, tracking progress, partnership status, risk opportunities and reporting status to leadership
Lead technical discussions between AI engineers, hardware teams, and platform groups to ensure alignment on architecture, integration, and delivery expectations
Operationalize the evaluation of both internal and external AI tools and drive their adoption by collaborating with hardware teams, providing guidance, and gathering feedback for continuous improvement
Establish and monitor key program metrics to measure execution success, identify bottlenecks, and ensure delivery meets quality, performance, and scalability targets
Serve as the central point of communication for all stakeholders, providing clear status updates, insight into dependencies, and escalating when needed
Partner with engineering leaders to prioritize initiatives that improve impact for silicon development and hardware workflows
Document program processes, decisions, and lessons learned to create repeatable practices for AI infrastructure delivery and cross-team collaboration
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science or a related field with 12+ years of proven experience leading complex, cross-functional technical programs in AI
Hands-on experience building, deploying, or integrating AI agents, copilots, or LLM-powered systems into real-world workflows
Strong understanding of software engineering fundamentals, system architecture, and scalable infrastructure for applications that use artificial intelligence
Demonstrated ability to collaborate deeply with engineering teams and influence technical decisions, architecture, and trade-offs
Experience driving programs from concept through production, including planning, execution, risk management, and delivery at scale
Excellent communication and stakeholder leadership skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear program direction and updates
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in hardware or silicon development environments, understanding RTL, verification, and pre-silicon workflows
Familiarity with cloud-scale infrastructure, orchestration systems, and data pipelines for AI applications
* Experience with cross-geography coordination and leading teams or projects spanning multiple sites
Your base salary will be determined based on your location, experience, and the pay of employees in similar positions. The base salary range is 200,000 USD - 322,000 USD. You will also be eligible for equity and benefits. Applications for this job will be accepted at least until March 27, 2026. This posting is for an existing vacancy.
NVIDIA uses AI tools in its recruiting processes. NVIDIA is committed to fostering a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As we highly value diversity in our current and future employees, we do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Program Manager
Align your credentials to EB-2 requirements
If you hold a master's degree in project management, business administration, or engineering, document it carefully. EB-2 sponsorship requires proving the role demands an advanced degree, which strengthens your PERM petition and your employer's case with DOL.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up employers who have filed PERM applications for Program Manager roles. Consistent filing history signals that a company has an established sponsorship process and internal immigration counsel already in place.
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Migrate Mate lets you filter Program Manager jobs by green card sponsorship status, so you spend time applying to employers already set up to file PERM, not cold-calling HR teams about a process they've never run.
Clarify sponsorship intent before accepting an offer
Ask hiring managers whether their standard offer letter includes an immigration sponsorship commitment. Program Manager roles often involve multi-year project cycles, so confirm the employer is prepared to carry your PERM filing through I-140 approval and adjustment of status.
Verify the prevailing wage tier for your specific role
PERM requires your offered salary to meet DOL prevailing wage levels. Program Manager titles vary widely across industries, and the wage level assigned by DOL affects how quickly your employer can proceed, so confirm the correct Standard Occupational Classification code before your offer is finalized.
Understand how EB-3 priority dates affect your timeline
For most nationalities, EB-3 priority dates are current, meaning no backlog once your I-140 is approved. Review the USCIS Visa Bulletin each month to track your position and plan your adjustment of status filing window accordingly.
Green Card Program Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Program Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Program Manager positions typically qualify for EB-3 sponsorship when the role requires a bachelor's degree in a related field such as business, engineering, or information technology. If the position requires a master's degree or the equivalent, your employer can pursue EB-2 sponsorship instead. The employer's job description and DOL's evaluation during PERM labor certification determine which category applies.
How is green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for Program Managers?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to permanent residency, not a temporary status tied to a specific employer. There is no annual lottery for EB-3, unlike the H-1B visa cap. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification, I-140 approval, and adjustment of status typically take two to four years for most nationalities, compared to H-1B's faster processing but annual renewal requirements.
What does the PERM process look like for a Program Manager position?
Your employer first obtains a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then runs a recruitment campaign to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role. Once DOL certifies the PERM application, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. After I-140 approval, you file for adjustment of status if a visa number is available for your country.
How do I find Program Manager jobs where the employer will sponsor a green card?
Many employers sponsor Program Managers for green cards but don't advertise it in job postings. Migrate Mate lets you search specifically for Program Manager roles at companies with documented green card sponsorship activity, saving you from applying to employers who only support H-1B or who have no immigration infrastructure at all.
Can I switch employers during the green card sponsorship process?
Once your I-140 petition has been approved for at least 180 days, the AC21 portability rule lets you change employers without losing your priority date, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For Program Manager roles, the new position generally needs to involve comparable management and oversight responsibilities to qualify under AC21.