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Senior Software Development Engineer In Test roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, where your employer documents that no qualified U.S. worker is available. Tech companies with active engineering organizations regularly file I-140 petitions for SDET candidates holding advanced degrees or substantial specialized experience.
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Ascendion is an AI-native software engineering disruptor helping businesses innovate faster, smarter, and with greater impact. We partner with enterprise clients across North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC to solve complex challenges in data, experience design, software product engineering, and workforce transformation. Powered by expert engineers, thousands of AI agents, and our Engineering to the Power of AI (EngineeringAI) method, we deliver measurable outcomes that build trust, unlock value, and accelerate growth.
We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:
- Build the coolest tech for the world’s leading brands
- Solve complex problems – and learn new skills
- Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
- Master your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experience
Experience a community of change makers!
Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.
JOB TITLE: Android Test Automation Engineer
LOCATION: Onsite at Seattle, WA
EXPLAIN A TYPICAL DAY IN THE ROLE:
- Develop, maintain, and expand unit and component-level tests for Android applications to improve reliability, regression coverage, and overall product quality.
- Maintain and operate a physical Android device test lab, including device provisioning, configuration, software updates, connectivity, inventory, and test readiness.
- Partner with the Senior Android SDET to integrate tests with the existing automation framework and CI/CD pipelines, improve test reliability, and investigate automated test failures.
- Identify coverage gaps and high-risk areas, contribute to test planning, and prioritize regression testing based on product changes and telemetry.
- Troubleshoot product and test issues by reproducing defects, collecting and analyzing device logs, crash data, and telemetry, validating fixes, supporting release readiness, and documenting test procedures and quality results.
TOP MUST-HAVE HARD SKILLS & YEARS OF EXPERIENCE FOR EACH:
- Software engineering - 5+ years
- Software automated testing, specifically Android Test Automation (provisioning, configuring, and running software on physical/prototype devices) - 1+ years
- Ability to independently drive technical work and deliver value - 3+ years
- Experience with Android/Kotlin or C++ or other strongly-typed languages - there will be a coding test, please ensure candidates have this skillset
SALARY RANGE: The salary for this position is between $100000 - $110000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
BENEFITS: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance]. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/State] [10-15 days of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]
PREFERRED SKILLS
Automated Testing Automated Testing Automated Testing
JOB DETAILS
Job ID
332713
Job Requirements
SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test)
Location
Redmond, Washington, US
Recruiter
Deepak
deepak.kmishra@ascendion.com
ABOUT ASCENDION
Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.
ABOUT ASCENDION
Ascendion is an AI-native software engineering disruptor helping businesses innovate faster, smarter, and with greater impact. We partner with enterprise clients across North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC to solve complex challenges in data, experience design, software product engineering, and workforce transformation. Powered by expert engineers, thousands of AI agents, and our Engineering to the Power of AI (EngineeringAI) method, we deliver measurable outcomes that build trust, unlock value, and accelerate growth.
We have a culture built on opportunity, inclusion, and a spirit of partnership. Come, change the world with us:
- Build the coolest tech for the world’s leading brands
- Solve complex problems – and learn new skills
- Experience the power of transforming digital engineering for Fortune 500 clients
- Master your craft with leading training programs and hands-on experience
Experience a community of change makers!
Join a culture of high-performing innovators with endless ideas and a passion for tech. Our culture is the fabric of our company, and it is what makes us unique and diverse. The way we share ideas, learning, experiences, successes, and joy allows everyone to be their best at Ascendion.
JOB TITLE: Android Test Automation Engineer
LOCATION: Onsite at Seattle, WA
EXPLAIN A TYPICAL DAY IN THE ROLE:
- Develop, maintain, and expand unit and component-level tests for Android applications to improve reliability, regression coverage, and overall product quality.
- Maintain and operate a physical Android device test lab, including device provisioning, configuration, software updates, connectivity, inventory, and test readiness.
- Partner with the Senior Android SDET to integrate tests with the existing automation framework and CI/CD pipelines, improve test reliability, and investigate automated test failures.
- Identify coverage gaps and high-risk areas, contribute to test planning, and prioritize regression testing based on product changes and telemetry.
- Troubleshoot product and test issues by reproducing defects, collecting and analyzing device logs, crash data, and telemetry, validating fixes, supporting release readiness, and documenting test procedures and quality results.
TOP MUST-HAVE HARD SKILLS & YEARS OF EXPERIENCE FOR EACH:
- Software engineering - 5+ years
- Software automated testing, specifically Android Test Automation (provisioning, configuring, and running software on physical/prototype devices) - 1+ years
- Ability to independently drive technical work and deliver value - 3+ years
- Experience with Android/Kotlin or C++ or other strongly-typed languages - there will be a coding test, please ensure candidates have this skillset
SALARY RANGE: The salary for this position is between $100000 - $110000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
BENEFITS: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: [medical insurance] [dental insurance] [vision insurance] [401(k) retirement plan] [life insurance] [long-term disability insurance] [short-term disability insurance]. The Paid time off benefits meet the paid sick and safe time laws that pertains to the City/State] [10-15 days of paid vacation time] [6 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per calendar year] [Ascendion Learning Management System]
PREFERRED SKILLS
Automated Testing Automated Testing Automated Testing
JOB DETAILS
Job ID
332713
Job Requirements
SDET (Software Development Engineer in Test)
Location
Redmond, Washington, US
Recruiter
Deepak
deepak.kmishra@ascendion.com
ABOUT ASCENDION
Ascendion is a full-service digital engineering solutions company. We make and manage software platforms and products that power growth and deliver captivating experiences to consumers and employees. Our engineering, cloud, data, experience design, and talent solution capabilities accelerate transformation and impact for enterprise clients. Headquartered in New Jersey, our workforce of 6,000+ Ascenders delivers solutions from around the globe. Ascendion is built differently to engineer the next.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Senior Software Development Engineer In Test
Document your degree equivalency early
If your computer science or engineering degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before applying. PERM requires your qualifications to match the job requirements exactly, and a mismatched evaluation can stall your I-140 filing.
Filter employers by PERM filing history
Target tech companies that have filed PERM applications for software engineering and QA roles in the past two years. An employer with no PERM history for technical roles is unlikely to start the process for an SDET position.
Search SDET roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find Senior SDET positions at employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Filtering by role type and sponsorship activity saves weeks of manual research across job boards and OFLC disclosure files.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 pathway upfront
If your offer requires only a bachelor's degree, most employers file under EB-3. If the role requires a master's or equivalent, push for EB-2 classification during negotiations, since priority date backlogs differ significantly by category and your birth country.
Confirm prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your SDET job title and location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level II and Level III wages for your metro area before signing, so you can flag any shortfall before PERM is filed.
Ask about concurrent I-485 filing eligibility
If your priority date is current when USCIS approves your I-140, you can file for adjustment of status at the same time. For SDET candidates born outside China and India, this concurrent filing can cut years off your wait for a green card.
Green Card Senior Software Development Engineer In Test: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior SDET role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Senior SDET positions qualify for EB-3 when the posted requirement is a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. If the role genuinely requires a master's degree or equivalent advanced specialized training, your employer can file under EB-2 instead. The classification affects your priority date queue, which matters most if you were born in India or China.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant status capped at 85,000 new approvals annually and subject to a lottery. EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM has no annual cap on petitions filed, though visa number availability varies by country of birth. The PERM and I-140 process is permanent by design, and an approved I-140 lets you port to a new employer after 180 days under AC21 if your green card hasn't yet been issued.
How long does the PERM process take for a Senior SDET position?
PERM labor certification typically takes six to twelve months from the time your employer posts the mandatory recruitment ads to when DOL issues a certified application, though analyst review cases can run significantly longer. After PERM, your employer files Form I-140 with USCIS. For applicants born outside high-backlog countries, adjustment of status can follow within months of I-140 approval if a visa number is immediately available.
What should I look for in an employer willing to sponsor my green card as an SDET?
Prioritize employers with a dedicated immigration program and legal counsel who understand PERM requirements for software engineering roles. Ask whether the company has filed PERM applications for SDET or QA engineer titles before, whether they pay prevailing wage at Level II or above, and whether they will start the process within your first year. Use Migrate Mate to identify companies that have an active sponsorship history for technical roles matching your background.
Can I change jobs after my I-140 is approved but before I have my green card?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, once your I-140 has been approved and your adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, you can move to a new employer in the same or similar occupational classification without losing your priority date. For Senior SDET professionals, roles in software quality engineering, test automation, or software development in test generally qualify as same or similar. Consult an immigration attorney before making the switch.