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Project Lead roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship when employers complete the PERM labor certification process, documenting that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Most Project Lead positions meet the specialty occupation threshold, making employer-sponsored permanent residency a realistic path for credentialed foreign professionals.
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We are seeking an Embedded Software Project Lead to support development and bring-up of next-generation embedded product lines. In this role, you will work closely with firmware, hardware, test, and operations teams to define and manage manufacturing test strategies, lead diagnostic bring-up of new SoCs and sensors and ensure product readiness across development phases. This position requires strong embedded systems depth, firmware/board-level understanding, and the ability to drive coordination across multiple engineering functions in a fast-paced environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead diagnostics bring-up for new SoCs, chipsets, and sensors on embedded platforms
- Develop, debug, and support firmware, embedded frameworks, and internal test tools
- Collaborate with Hardware, OS, Test, and Operations teams to define requirements and milestones
- Drive hardware qualification and manufacturing test strategies for new components
- Support new product development builds locally and remotely; occasional early/late hour meetings with manufacturers
- Track schedules, manage deliverables, and communicate project status to cross-functional partners
- Review and analyze test data to identify issues, drive root cause, and close gaps
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 to 10 years of embedded software development experience
- 3+ years leading engineering teams and/or technical program management
- Strong embedded OS experience (Embedded Linux, RTOS, or Mac OS X)
- Solid Electrical Engineering fundamentals; hands-on board-level bring-up experience
- Proven ability to drive issues, prioritize tasks, and execute in rapid development cycles
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Manufacturing environment experience and exposure to Contract Manufacturers strongly preferred
- Wireless system knowledge is a plus
Education
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience (MS is a plus)
TYPE
Full-Time Onsite
LOCATION
Austin, TX
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking an Embedded Software Project Lead to support development and bring-up of next-generation embedded product lines. In this role, you will work closely with firmware, hardware, test, and operations teams to define and manage manufacturing test strategies, lead diagnostic bring-up of new SoCs and sensors and ensure product readiness across development phases. This position requires strong embedded systems depth, firmware/board-level understanding, and the ability to drive coordination across multiple engineering functions in a fast-paced environment.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead diagnostics bring-up for new SoCs, chipsets, and sensors on embedded platforms
- Develop, debug, and support firmware, embedded frameworks, and internal test tools
- Collaborate with Hardware, OS, Test, and Operations teams to define requirements and milestones
- Drive hardware qualification and manufacturing test strategies for new components
- Support new product development builds locally and remotely; occasional early/late hour meetings with manufacturers
- Track schedules, manage deliverables, and communicate project status to cross-functional partners
- Review and analyze test data to identify issues, drive root cause, and close gaps
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4 to 10 years of embedded software development experience
- 3+ years leading engineering teams and/or technical program management
- Strong embedded OS experience (Embedded Linux, RTOS, or Mac OS X)
- Solid Electrical Engineering fundamentals; hands-on board-level bring-up experience
- Proven ability to drive issues, prioritize tasks, and execute in rapid development cycles
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Manufacturing environment experience and exposure to Contract Manufacturers strongly preferred
- Wireless system knowledge is a plus
Education
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience (MS is a plus)
TYPE
Full-Time Onsite
LOCATION
Austin, TX
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Frame your credentials around PERM job requirements
Your degree and work history must align precisely with the employer's PERM-filed job description. A mismatch between your transcript field and the posted role is one of the most common causes of I-140 denials for Project Lead candidates.
Target employers with established PERM filing infrastructure
Prioritize mid-size and large companies with a dedicated HR or legal team that has processed PERM applications before. First-time PERM sponsors often underestimate DOL audit risk and recruitment documentation requirements, which delays your case significantly.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Project Lead openings by employers with active EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you're applying to companies already equipped to sponsor rather than hoping a recruiter will agree to start the process from scratch.
Negotiate PERM sponsorship terms before accepting an offer
Confirm in writing whether the employer covers PERM filing costs and attorney fees. DOL rules prohibit passing PERM costs to you, but some employers structure offers in ways that effectively shift attorney fees onto the employee if terms aren't clearly defined upfront.
Understand how prevailing wage affects your job offer
DOL requires your offered salary to meet the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify your offer hits at least the Level II or Level III threshold before your employer submits the PERM application.
Document project management credentials to support EB-2 eligibility
For EB-2 classification, gather evidence that your Project Lead role requires an advanced degree or the equivalent, including letters from prior employers quantifying team size, budget authority, and technical scope that a bachelor's degree alone wouldn't qualify someone to handle.
Green Card Project Lead: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Project Lead role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Project Lead positions can qualify under either category depending on the employer's requirements. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or equivalent specialized experience. EB-3 covers roles requiring at least a bachelor's degree. The employer's PERM job description must match your actual duties and credentials, and USCIS evaluates each petition individually.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for a Project Lead?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 leads to permanent residency, not a temporary work authorization period. Unlike the H-1B visa, EB-3 green card petitions have no annual lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM alone takes six months to over a year before the I-140 is even filed, and priority date backlogs vary significantly by country of birth.
How can I find Project Lead employers who sponsor green cards?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Project Lead job listings by employers with verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, removing the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that may never have run a PERM case. Searching by sponsorship track record dramatically improves your odds of reaching an offer stage with an employer prepared to file.
What documentation do I need to support a PERM-based green card petition as a Project Lead?
You'll need academic transcripts, official degree evaluations if your credential is from outside the U.S., employment verification letters detailing job titles and responsibilities, and any professional certifications relevant to the role. If the employer is using a combination of education and experience to satisfy PERM requirements, each year of qualifying work experience must be documented precisely by a prior supervisor.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on an H-1B?
Yes, and most immigration attorneys recommend starting PERM as early as possible while you're on H-1B status. PERM and I-140 processing can run concurrently with your H-1B, and under AC21 portability rules, you can generally change employers without losing your priority date once the I-140 is approved and your priority date is within 180 days of becoming current.