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Software Engineer roles are among the most actively PERM-sponsored positions in the U.S., with employers filing labor certifications across EB-2 and EB-3 categories for both domestic and offshore candidates. Finding the right sponsorship match means knowing which employers have a consistent green card filing history for this role.
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Rufus is a generative AI-powered shopping assistant in the Amazon Shopping app designed to help answer a variety of shopping-related questions. Rufus makes it easy for customers to find and discover the best products to meet their needs by helping with product research, providing comparisons and recommendations, answering specific product questions, and more. We are searching for engineers passionate about technology, innovation, and customer experience to join the Rufus team.
If you are thrilled about creating customer experiences that will be used by millions of people worldwide and are eager to tackle technical challenges that have never been addressed before, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
As a Software Engineer in this role, you will build and scale AI-powered shopping experiences on Amazon Search. Your work ships to millions of customers and must be fast, reliable, and secure. You will own features end-to-end. You will improve latency, quality, and monetization in partnership with science and engineering teams. You move from idea to experiment to launch. You will have the opportunity to design and lead the development of a unique and engaging feature for millions of customers. You will be an integral part of a passionate and creative team that encourages experimentation and innovation on behalf of our customers. You will play an active role in building quick prototypes or proofs of concept in partnership with other technology leaders within the team. You will tackle challenging, novel situations every day and have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon. Along the way, you’ll learn a lot, have fun and make a positive impact on millions of people.
We are looking for a talented Software Developer with a strong technical background, customer obsession and bias for action with a track record of leading and delivering robust solutions quickly. Strong judgment and communication skills, long-term technical vision, and continuous focus on engineering and operational excellence are essential for success in this role. You will be expected to be proficient technically, mentor and grow junior developers, encourage software development best practices, and iterate quickly.
Key job responsibilities
- Collaborate with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to conceive, design, and bring innovative products and services to market.
- Design and build innovative technologies in a large distributed computing environment and help lead fundamental changes in the industry.
- Build LLM based content generation workflows.
- Partner will Applied Scientist to perform prompt tuning and evaluations.
- Design and code the right solutions starting with broadly defined problems.
- Work in an agile environment to deliver high-quality software.
A day in the life
The challenges SDEs solve for at Amazon are big and influence millions of customers, sellers, and products around the world. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about creating new products, features, and services from scratch while managing ambiguity and the pace of a company where development cycles are measured in weeks, not years.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Knowledge of professional software engineering & best practices for full software development life cycle, including coding standards, software architectures, code reviews, source control management, continuous deployments, testing, and operational excellence
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Palo Alto
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $165,200.00 - $223,600.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Rufus is a generative AI-powered shopping assistant in the Amazon Shopping app designed to help answer a variety of shopping-related questions. Rufus makes it easy for customers to find and discover the best products to meet their needs by helping with product research, providing comparisons and recommendations, answering specific product questions, and more. We are searching for engineers passionate about technology, innovation, and customer experience to join the Rufus team.
If you are thrilled about creating customer experiences that will be used by millions of people worldwide and are eager to tackle technical challenges that have never been addressed before, then this is the perfect opportunity for you.
As a Software Engineer in this role, you will build and scale AI-powered shopping experiences on Amazon Search. Your work ships to millions of customers and must be fast, reliable, and secure. You will own features end-to-end. You will improve latency, quality, and monetization in partnership with science and engineering teams. You move from idea to experiment to launch. You will have the opportunity to design and lead the development of a unique and engaging feature for millions of customers. You will be an integral part of a passionate and creative team that encourages experimentation and innovation on behalf of our customers. You will play an active role in building quick prototypes or proofs of concept in partnership with other technology leaders within the team. You will tackle challenging, novel situations every day and have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon. Along the way, you’ll learn a lot, have fun and make a positive impact on millions of people.
We are looking for a talented Software Developer with a strong technical background, customer obsession and bias for action with a track record of leading and delivering robust solutions quickly. Strong judgment and communication skills, long-term technical vision, and continuous focus on engineering and operational excellence are essential for success in this role. You will be expected to be proficient technically, mentor and grow junior developers, encourage software development best practices, and iterate quickly.
Key job responsibilities
- Collaborate with experienced cross-disciplinary Amazonians to conceive, design, and bring innovative products and services to market.
- Design and build innovative technologies in a large distributed computing environment and help lead fundamental changes in the industry.
- Build LLM based content generation workflows.
- Partner will Applied Scientist to perform prompt tuning and evaluations.
- Design and code the right solutions starting with broadly defined problems.
- Work in an agile environment to deliver high-quality software.
A day in the life
The challenges SDEs solve for at Amazon are big and influence millions of customers, sellers, and products around the world. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about creating new products, features, and services from scratch while managing ambiguity and the pace of a company where development cycles are measured in weeks, not years.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 2+ years of non-internship design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Experience programming with at least one software programming language
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Knowledge of professional software engineering & best practices for full software development life cycle, including coding standards, software architectures, code reviews, source control management, continuous deployments, testing, and operational excellence
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Palo Alto
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $165,200.00 - $223,600.00 USD annually
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Align your degree to EB-2 requirements
EB-2 requires a U.S. master's degree or foreign equivalent, or a U.S. bachelor's plus five years of progressive experience. Document your academic credentials and employment history before applying so employers can confirm EB-2 eligibility from the start.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
PERM-sponsoring Software Engineer employers cluster in tech, finance, and healthcare IT. Filter DOL disclosure data by occupation code to identify companies that have filed PERM applications for this exact role rather than relying on general job postings.
Search green card sponsors using Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified green card sponsorship history for Software Engineer roles. Use it to skip manual DOL data searches and focus your applications on companies already filing PERM for this position.
Negotiate the sponsorship commitment before signing
Ask specifically whether the offer includes PERM sponsorship and at which EB category. Some employers default to H-1B visa transfers without committing to green card filing. Get written confirmation of sponsorship intent and expected timeline before accepting.
Check your priority date against the Visa Bulletin
EB-3 software engineers born in India or China face significant backlog waits. Review the monthly Visa Bulletin published by the State Department to understand your projected wait under your birth-country category before choosing between EB-2 and EB-3.
Prepare your O*NET occupation profile for PERM recruitment
PERM requires the employer to conduct good-faith recruitment before filing. Review the O*NET profile for Software Engineer to understand how DOL classifies the role's duties and minimum requirements, which directly shapes the job description used in mandatory recruitment ads.
Green Card Software Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between H-1B and green card sponsorship for Software Engineer roles?
H-1B is a temporary nonimmigrant status requiring renewal every three years, subject to the annual cap and lottery. Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to lawful permanent residency with no renewal requirement and no cap at the EB-3 level for most countries. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM and I-140 adjudication typically takes one to two years before you can file for adjustment of status, and priority date backlogs for India and China can extend total wait times by a decade or more.
Which EB category do most Software Engineer green card cases use?
Most Software Engineer PERM cases are filed under EB-2, which requires an advanced degree or its equivalent. Employers sometimes file under EB-3 when the position is defined at the bachelor's level or when the candidate lacks a master's degree. EB-2 carries a faster priority date for most nationalities outside India and China, making it the preferred category where the role and credentials qualify.
How do I find Software Engineer employers who actually sponsor green cards?
The most direct method is searching DOL PERM disclosure data filtered by the Software Engineer occupation code. Migrate Mate aggregates this data so you can search by role and employer without downloading raw government files. Focus on employers with multiple PERM filings over several years, which signals an established sponsorship process rather than a one-off case.
Can I switch employers after my Software Engineer PERM is filed?
Switching employers restarts the PERM process unless your I-140 has been approved and you have been in adjustment of status for 180 days or more, in which case AC21 portability may allow you to move to a same or similar occupation. For most Software Engineer roles, a new software engineering position at a different employer qualifies under AC21 if the occupational duties are substantially similar.
What documentation do I need before a Software Engineer green card process begins?
You'll need an official copy of your highest degree, credential evaluation if it was issued outside the U.S., and detailed employment verification letters from each position supporting your experience claims. For EB-2 cases arguing equivalency to a master's degree, each prior employer letter must confirm job duties, title, and exact dates. Gaps or vague letters are a common reason USCIS issues requests for evidence during I-140 adjudication.