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Software Development Engineer In Test roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process. Employers file with DOL to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available, then petition USCIS for permanent residency. QA-focused engineering roles consistently appear in PERM disclosure data across software, fintech, and cloud infrastructure companies.
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From Fivetran's founding until now, our mission has remained the same: to make access to data as simple and reliable as electricity. With Fivetran, customer data arrives in their warehouses, canonical and ready to query, with no engineering or maintenance required. We're proud that more organizations continue to leverage our technology every day to become truly data-driven.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Fivetran is building data pipelines to power the modern data stack. As a Staff SDET, you'll lead from the front — owning shared automation infrastructure, influencing release quality strategy, and driving initiatives that span teams and systems. The role sits at the intersection of hands-on engineering, architectural leadership, and org-wide quality influence, with an emphasis on leveraging AI-driven solutions to accelerate testing and enhance developer productivity.
This is a full-time position based out of our Oakland office. Our hybrid work model offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-person collaboration, including two days in the office each week to connect and build as a team.
TECHNOLOGIES YOU'LL USE
- Languages: Java 17+, JUnit, REST Assured, Shell scripting; Python (optional)
- Infra & Tooling: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Bazel, Buildkite
- Cloud: AWS, GCP, Azure
- Observability: Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog
- CI/CD: Jenkins, CircleCI, GitHub Actions
- Databases: Postgres, MongoDB
- Architect internal tools, libraries, and utilities for test automation and benchmarking
- Define and evolve quality strategies covering testability, release readiness, performance, and reliability
- Drive cross-org quality initiatives to improve execution speed, observability, and feedback loops
- Identify systemic risks in business-critical systems and implement robust validation strategies
- Mentor engineers, influence design for testability, and champion best practices across the org
- Collaborate with engineering and product leaders to align testing priorities with business objectives
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years in software with a focus on building test automation frameworks and infrastructure at scale
- Writes critical/common code shared across multiple teams
- Expert in design principles applied to test architecture
- Strong OOP skills (preferably Java)
- Hands-on with cloud platforms, CI/CD systems, and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Strong understanding of data engineering and large-scale distributed systems
- Demonstrated ability to drive initiatives across multiple teams
BONUS SKILLS
- Knowledge of ELT pipeline testing (data integrity, schema evolution, pipeline reliability)
- Experience incorporating AI techniques to improve test efficiency and defect detection
- Experience with shift-left testing, chaos engineering, or autonomous testing
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance
- Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
- RSU stock grants
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.
May vary by country and worker type - please reach out to your recruiter for more information
We're honored to be valued at over $5.6 billion, but more importantly, we're proud of our core values of Get Stuck In, Do the Right Thing, and One Team, One Dream. Read about us in Forbes.
Fivetran brings together high-quality talent across the globe to make data access as easy and reliable as electricity for our customers. We value and recognize that our customers benefit from having innovative teams made of people from many backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Fivetran promotes diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging through attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us build a world-class company to better serve our customers, our people and our communities.
To learn more about Fivetran's culture and what it's like to be part of the team, click here and enjoy our video.
To learn more about our candidate privacy policy, you can read our statement here.
We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don't hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.
INTRODUCTION
From Fivetran's founding until now, our mission has remained the same: to make access to data as simple and reliable as electricity. With Fivetran, customer data arrives in their warehouses, canonical and ready to query, with no engineering or maintenance required. We're proud that more organizations continue to leverage our technology every day to become truly data-driven.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Fivetran is building data pipelines to power the modern data stack. As a Staff SDET, you'll lead from the front — owning shared automation infrastructure, influencing release quality strategy, and driving initiatives that span teams and systems. The role sits at the intersection of hands-on engineering, architectural leadership, and org-wide quality influence, with an emphasis on leveraging AI-driven solutions to accelerate testing and enhance developer productivity.
This is a full-time position based out of our Oakland office. Our hybrid work model offers a blend of remote flexibility and in-person collaboration, including two days in the office each week to connect and build as a team.
TECHNOLOGIES YOU'LL USE
- Languages: Java 17+, JUnit, REST Assured, Shell scripting; Python (optional)
- Infra & Tooling: Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, Bazel, Buildkite
- Cloud: AWS, GCP, Azure
- Observability: Grafana, Prometheus, Datadog
- CI/CD: Jenkins, CircleCI, GitHub Actions
- Databases: Postgres, MongoDB
- Architect internal tools, libraries, and utilities for test automation and benchmarking
- Define and evolve quality strategies covering testability, release readiness, performance, and reliability
- Drive cross-org quality initiatives to improve execution speed, observability, and feedback loops
- Identify systemic risks in business-critical systems and implement robust validation strategies
- Mentor engineers, influence design for testability, and champion best practices across the org
- Collaborate with engineering and product leaders to align testing priorities with business objectives
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 8+ years in software with a focus on building test automation frameworks and infrastructure at scale
- Writes critical/common code shared across multiple teams
- Expert in design principles applied to test architecture
- Strong OOP skills (preferably Java)
- Hands-on with cloud platforms, CI/CD systems, and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Strong understanding of data engineering and large-scale distributed systems
- Demonstrated ability to drive initiatives across multiple teams
BONUS SKILLS
- Knowledge of ELT pipeline testing (data integrity, schema evolution, pipeline reliability)
- Experience incorporating AI techniques to improve test efficiency and defect detection
- Experience with shift-left testing, chaos engineering, or autonomous testing
PERKS AND BENEFITS
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance
- Generous paid time-off policy (PTO), plus paid sick time, inclusive parental leave policy, holidays, and volunteer days off
- RSU stock grants
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Company virtual happy hours, free food, and fun team-building activities
- Monthly cell phone stipend
- Access to an innovative mental health support platform that offers personalized care and resources in areas such as: therapy, coaching, and self-guided mindfulness exercises for all covered employees and their covered dependents.
May vary by country and worker type - please reach out to your recruiter for more information
We're honored to be valued at over $5.6 billion, but more importantly, we're proud of our core values of Get Stuck In, Do the Right Thing, and One Team, One Dream. Read about us in Forbes.
Fivetran brings together high-quality talent across the globe to make data access as easy and reliable as electricity for our customers. We value and recognize that our customers benefit from having innovative teams made of people from many backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Fivetran promotes diversity, equity, inclusion & belonging through attracting, recruiting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce, not only because it is the right thing to do, but because it helps us build a world-class company to better serve our customers, our people and our communities.
To learn more about Fivetran's culture and what it's like to be part of the team, click here and enjoy our video.
To learn more about our candidate privacy policy, you can read our statement here.
We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don't hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.
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Document your SDET specialization before applying
PERM requires your employer to advertise the exact role you'll fill. If your expertise spans test automation frameworks, CI/CD pipeline integration, or performance testing toolchains, get that specificity into your resume now so job descriptions can mirror your credentials accurately.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications under SOC codes for software quality assurance and testing. Employers already running PERM processes for similar roles move faster and have internal immigration infrastructure in place.
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Use Migrate Mate to filter Software Development Engineer In Test jobs by employers with verified PERM and I-140 filing history. This surfaces roles where green card sponsorship is already part of the hiring process, not an afterthought you'll need to negotiate.
Confirm your degree aligns with EB-2 or EB-3 eligibility
EB-2 requires a U.S. master's degree or foreign equivalent, or a bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. EB-3 covers bachelor's degree holders. USCIS evaluates foreign credentials, so get a credential evaluation completed before the I-140 stage.
Negotiate PERM timeline into your offer conversation
PERM labor certification currently runs six to eighteen months before the I-140 petition even begins. Raise the green card sponsorship timeline during the offer stage, not after signing, so both you and your employer align on when the PERM recruitment process will start.
Understand how priority dates affect your green card wait
Once USCIS approves your I-140, your priority date determines when you can file for adjustment of status. Nationals from India and China face multi-year backlogs at the EB-3 level. Check the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly to track your country's cutoff date.
Green Card Software Development Engineer In Test: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Software Development Engineer In Test roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Both categories apply, depending on your credentials. EB-2 covers candidates with a master's degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive SDET experience. EB-3 covers professionals with a four-year bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Your employer files under whichever category your qualifications support, and USCIS evaluates foreign degrees against U.S. equivalency standards.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for SDET roles?
H-1B visa is a temporary work visa subject to an annual lottery cap, while PERM-based green card sponsorship leads to permanent residency with no cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The trade-off is time: PERM labor certification plus I-140 adjudication can take one to two years before you even reach the adjustment of status stage, whereas an approved H-1B lets you start work within months.
What does the PERM process look like for a Software Development Engineer In Test position?
Your employer must complete DOL-supervised recruitment, advertising the SDET role through specified channels and documenting that no qualified U.S. workers applied. Once DOL certifies the PERM application, your employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS. After approval, you wait for your priority date to become current before filing Form I-485 to adjust status to lawful permanent resident.
How can I find SDET jobs where employers are already willing to sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search Software Development Engineer In Test roles filtered by employers with documented PERM and I-140 filing history. This approach identifies companies that have already run green card sponsorship processes for similar positions, which significantly reduces the negotiation burden and speeds up the hiring conversation around immigration support.
Can I check the prevailing wage requirement for my SDET role before accepting an offer?
Yes. The DOL sets prevailing wage levels for each occupation based on geographic location and job zone. You can look up the wage floor for Software Development Engineer In Test positions using the OFLC Wage Search tool before you negotiate your offer. Your employer must certify in the PERM application that they'll pay at or above the prevailing wage, so knowing that figure in advance puts you in a stronger position.