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Software Automation Engineer jobs with green card sponsorship are available through employers who file PERM labor certification with the Department of Labor, then petition USCIS via I-140 for EB-2 or EB-3 classification. Roles requiring test frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and scripting expertise qualify under specialty occupation standards, making PERM-based permanent sponsorship a realistic path for qualified foreign professionals.
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Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance.
Job Summary
Participate in software development for medical device applications by independently implementing moderately complex features, developing automated tests, and improving code quality. Contribute throughout the software development life cycle, including design, construction, debugging, and testing. Ensure reliable, compliant software by applying engineering and quality practices with increasing autonomy. This role adds value by advancing product quality, accelerating development velocity, and elevating coding and testing standards within the team. The position’s unique contribution is delivering high-quality features and test assets that strengthen overall system reliability.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
- Design and implement moderately complex software features and/or automated test cases and frameworks within established architectural guidelines. Success measured through: working, maintainable implementations; adherence to coding and quality standards; and well-reasoned design improvements.
- Drive technical excellence by following and reinforcing development and testing standards, participating actively in code reviews, and improving documentation quality. Success measured through: strong review contributions, improved documentation, and effective mentoring of junior developers/testers.
- Contribute meaningfully to design discussions, architectural evaluations, and code reviews, influencing decisions with thoughtful technical input. Success measured through: quality of technical contributions and demonstrated ability to articulate and defend technical choices.
- Evaluate tools and technologies relevant to both development and testing (e.g., frameworks, automation tools, libraries), delivering proof-of-concept implementations. Success measured through: clear analysis of alternatives, documented trade-offs, and recommendations that drive informed team adoption.
- Provide technical mentorship to Software Engineer I team members while seeking guidance from senior engineers when needed. Success measured through: measurable mentee skill growth, positive feedback, and ability to explain technical concepts effectively.
- Champion software quality by designing test strategies, developing automated test cases/frameworks, and maintaining documentation standards. Success measured through: improved test coverage metrics, reduced defect rates, enhanced documentation quality, and successful adoption of automated testing approaches.
- Proactively identify and implement process improvements within the team's workflow. Success requires successful implementation of process improvements, measurable efficiency gains in team workflows, and positive adoption by team members.
- Independently resolve moderate to complex technical issues, serving as an escalation point for junior engineers. Success requires timely resolution of technical problems, clear documentation of solutions, appropriate escalation decisions, and effective knowledge sharing of solutions.
- Lead small to medium-sized feature implementations or testing initiatives, coordinating work across contributors to ensure successful delivery. Success measured through: on-time delivery, accurate task estimation, clear documentation, and effective collaboration with teammates.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Networking/Key relationships
- Development and Testing Teams - Take a leading role in daily development and testing activities. Ensure software meets requirements, adheres to standards, and is properly tested throughout the development lifecycle. Actively contribute to technical discussions and decision-making processes.
- Technical Lead/Senior Engineers - Maintain regular collaboration on technical design and implementation strategies. Seek guidance on complex technical challenges and architectural decisions while participating in technical planning and estimation activities. Focus on developing technical expertise and leadership skills through mentorship from senior team members.
- Cross-functional Teams - Begin representing the development team in cross-functional meetings, collaborating with product team members to clarify requirements. Provide technical input to project planning and feature discussions, serving as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Any other based on departmental or project needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
Experience: 2-5 years of professional software development experience
Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.
Skills & Capabilities:
- Proficiency in Python, with the ability to learn additional languages as needed.
- Proficient understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and their practical implementation.
- Proficient with Agile software development practices.
- Proficient understanding of database technologies and data structures.
- Proficiency with web technologies, APIs, and client-server architectures.
- Proficiency with version control systems and collaborative development tools.
- Good understanding of software security principles and best practices.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
Travel requirements:
This position requires minimal travel. Expect to travel approximately 5% annually. These trips will be for attending important team meetings/events where physical presence is beneficial for collaborative work sessions, strategic planning, or team-building purposes. Occasional additional travel may be required.
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
INTRODUCTION
Werfen is a growing, family-owned, innovative company founded in 1966 in Barcelona, Spain. We are a worldwide leader in specialized diagnostics in the areas of Hemostasis, Acute Care Diagnostics, Transfusion, Autoimmunity, and Transplant. Through our Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) business line, we research, develop, and manufacture customized assays and biomaterials. We operate directly in 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Our Headquarters and Technology Centers are located in the US and Europe, and our workforce is more than 7,000 strong.
Our success comes from a specific focus in these rapidly evolving diagnostic areas, our commitment to customers, and our dedication to innovation and quality. We’re passionate about providing healthcare professionals the most valuable and complete solutions to improve hospital efficiency and enhance.
Job Summary
Participate in software development for medical device applications by independently implementing moderately complex features, developing automated tests, and improving code quality. Contribute throughout the software development life cycle, including design, construction, debugging, and testing. Ensure reliable, compliant software by applying engineering and quality practices with increasing autonomy. This role adds value by advancing product quality, accelerating development velocity, and elevating coding and testing standards within the team. The position’s unique contribution is delivering high-quality features and test assets that strengthen overall system reliability.
Responsibilities
Key Accountabilities
- Design and implement moderately complex software features and/or automated test cases and frameworks within established architectural guidelines. Success measured through: working, maintainable implementations; adherence to coding and quality standards; and well-reasoned design improvements.
- Drive technical excellence by following and reinforcing development and testing standards, participating actively in code reviews, and improving documentation quality. Success measured through: strong review contributions, improved documentation, and effective mentoring of junior developers/testers.
- Contribute meaningfully to design discussions, architectural evaluations, and code reviews, influencing decisions with thoughtful technical input. Success measured through: quality of technical contributions and demonstrated ability to articulate and defend technical choices.
- Evaluate tools and technologies relevant to both development and testing (e.g., frameworks, automation tools, libraries), delivering proof-of-concept implementations. Success measured through: clear analysis of alternatives, documented trade-offs, and recommendations that drive informed team adoption.
- Provide technical mentorship to Software Engineer I team members while seeking guidance from senior engineers when needed. Success measured through: measurable mentee skill growth, positive feedback, and ability to explain technical concepts effectively.
- Champion software quality by designing test strategies, developing automated test cases/frameworks, and maintaining documentation standards. Success measured through: improved test coverage metrics, reduced defect rates, enhanced documentation quality, and successful adoption of automated testing approaches.
- Proactively identify and implement process improvements within the team's workflow. Success requires successful implementation of process improvements, measurable efficiency gains in team workflows, and positive adoption by team members.
- Independently resolve moderate to complex technical issues, serving as an escalation point for junior engineers. Success requires timely resolution of technical problems, clear documentation of solutions, appropriate escalation decisions, and effective knowledge sharing of solutions.
- Lead small to medium-sized feature implementations or testing initiatives, coordinating work across contributors to ensure successful delivery. Success measured through: on-time delivery, accurate task estimation, clear documentation, and effective collaboration with teammates.
- Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Networking/Key relationships
- Development and Testing Teams - Take a leading role in daily development and testing activities. Ensure software meets requirements, adheres to standards, and is properly tested throughout the development lifecycle. Actively contribute to technical discussions and decision-making processes.
- Technical Lead/Senior Engineers - Maintain regular collaboration on technical design and implementation strategies. Seek guidance on complex technical challenges and architectural decisions while participating in technical planning and estimation activities. Focus on developing technical expertise and leadership skills through mentorship from senior team members.
- Cross-functional Teams - Begin representing the development team in cross-functional meetings, collaborating with product team members to clarify requirements. Provide technical input to project planning and feature discussions, serving as a bridge between technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Any other based on departmental or project needs.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Knowledge & Experience required for the position:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
Experience: 2-5 years of professional software development experience
Management has the discretion of substituting relevant work experience for a degree and/or making exceptions to the years of experience requirement.
Skills & Capabilities:
- Proficiency in Python, with the ability to learn additional languages as needed.
- Proficient understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and their practical implementation.
- Proficient with Agile software development practices.
- Proficient understanding of database technologies and data structures.
- Proficiency with web technologies, APIs, and client-server architectures.
- Proficiency with version control systems and collaborative development tools.
- Good understanding of software security principles and best practices.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
Travel requirements:
This position requires minimal travel. Expect to travel approximately 5% annually. These trips will be for attending important team meetings/events where physical presence is beneficial for collaborative work sessions, strategic planning, or team-building purposes. Occasional additional travel may be required.
If you are interested in constantly learning and being challenged on a daily basis we encourage you to submit your resume or CV.
Werfen is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workplace. Werfen strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination, harassment or retaliation based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable state or federal law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation in relation to the online application process, please contact NAtalentacquisition@werfen.com for assistance.
We operate directly in over 30 countries, and in more than 100 territories through distributors. Annual revenue is approximately $2 billion and more than 7,000 employees around the world comprise our Werfen team.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Software Automation Engineer
Document your automation stack before applying
Compile a technical portfolio listing every framework, scripting language, and CI/CD tool you've used professionally. PERM labor certification requires your employer to prove the role demands your specific qualifications, so concrete evidence of specialized skills strengthens their recruitment documentation.
Search employers using Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to find employers with verified green card sponsorship history for software engineering roles. Targeting companies that have completed PERM filings before cuts your timeline risk since repeat sponsors already have established internal processes and legal counsel.
Check prevailing wage tiers with OFLC Wage Search
Look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location before negotiations. DOL assigns wage levels one through four based on experience and complexity, and your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified level throughout the entire PERM and I-140 process.
Verify your O*NET job zone alignment early
Software Automation Engineer duties map to O*NET job zone four or five, which supports EB-2 advanced-degree requirements. Confirm your job description includes the specific tasks listed there so your employer's PERM recruitment and I-140 petition align with how DOL and USCIS define the occupation.
Ask about the employer's I-140 approval timeline
Before accepting an offer, ask whether the employer has completed PERM filings before and whether they use premium processing for I-140 petitions. USCIS premium processing accelerates the I-140 adjudication to 15 business days, which matters significantly if your priority date is current or approaching.
Track your priority date to plan portability
Once your I-140 is approved, record that priority date carefully. If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a same or similar automation engineering role at a new employer without restarting the PERM process from scratch.
Green Card Software Automation Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
What green card category covers Software Automation Engineer roles?
Most Software Automation Engineer positions qualify under EB-2 if the role requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in automation, testing, or software engineering. Roles requiring a bachelor's degree or at least two years of relevant experience may qualify under EB-3. Your employer's immigration counsel determines the appropriate category based on the actual job requirements and your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and renewable, while green card sponsorship leads to lawful permanent residence. For a Software Automation Engineer, the PERM process requires your employer to conduct a formal recruitment test to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, then file a prevailing wage determination with DOL. After PERM certification, the employer files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Per-country backlogs mean nationals of India and China may wait years before their priority date becomes current, even after I-140 approval.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor green cards for automation engineers?
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with verified green card sponsorship history specifically for software and automation engineering roles. Targeting companies that have completed the full PERM and I-140 cycle before is more efficient than approaching employers with no prior sponsorship experience, since established sponsors already have legal infrastructure and institutional knowledge of the process.
What happens to my green card case if I change jobs after I-140 approval?
Once your I-140 is approved, you retain that priority date and can transfer it to a new employer's I-140 petition. Separately, if your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for at least 180 days, AC21 portability allows you to move to a same or similar occupation, including comparable automation engineering roles, without your pending I-485 being denied solely due to the employer change.
Can a Software Automation Engineer self-petition for a green card without employer sponsorship?
In limited circumstances, yes. The EB-2 National Interest Waiver allows advanced-degree professionals to self-petition if they can demonstrate their work benefits the United States and that waiving the standard PERM job offer requirement serves the national interest. For software automation engineering, this typically requires documented impact beyond routine commercial employment, such as published research, proprietary methodologies, or work critical to national infrastructure or public benefit.