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Staff Software Engineer roles qualify for green card sponsorship under EB-2 and EB-3, with employers initiating the PERM labor certification process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available. The multi-step filing sequence, from prevailing wage determination through I-140 approval, typically takes 18 to 36 months before you reach adjustment of status.
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Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
With your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions.
In this role, your key responsibilities will involve direct contribution to the development and maintenance of the Gemini Enterprise mobile application itself both for iPhone Operating System and for Android as well as its interconnected backend systems, ensuring seamless functionality and robust performance across the entire stack. You will be instrumental in driving innovation and best practices within the team, contributing to all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle, from conception and design to deployment and ongoing support. Your expertise will directly influence the architectural decisions and technical direction of our mobile offerings, making an impact on the rapidly growing user base of Gemini Enterprise. The Google Cloud AI Research team addresses AI challenges motivated by Google Cloud’s mission of bringing AI to tech, healthcare, finance, retail and many other industries. We work on a range of unique problems focused on research topics that maximize scientific and real-world impact, aiming to push the state-of-the-art in AI and share findings with the broader research community. We also collaborate with product teams to bring innovations to real-world impact that benefits our customers. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build and own end-to-end applications that address horizontal use cases spanning multiple industries.
- Integrate Google technology, working at multiple levels of the stack from the Application Programming Interfaces (API) to the frontend.
- Address the needs of enterprises and their employees the end users of the mobile application.
- Build reusable components to be used in the development of vertical-specific User Interface.
- Build and continuously refine features for the mobile application.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in software development.
- 7 years of experience with iOS application development.
- 5 years of experience with design and architecture; and testing/launching software products.
- Experience with mobile development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- 8 years of experience with data structures/algorithms.
- 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
- 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
- Experience with Flutter and Dart.
- Experience with Gen AI and AI Chatbots.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $262000 - $364000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefits
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software engineer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our engineers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
With your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions.
In this role, your key responsibilities will involve direct contribution to the development and maintenance of the Gemini Enterprise mobile application itself both for iPhone Operating System and for Android as well as its interconnected backend systems, ensuring seamless functionality and robust performance across the entire stack. You will be instrumental in driving innovation and best practices within the team, contributing to all phases of the Software Development Lifecycle, from conception and design to deployment and ongoing support. Your expertise will directly influence the architectural decisions and technical direction of our mobile offerings, making an impact on the rapidly growing user base of Gemini Enterprise. The Google Cloud AI Research team addresses AI challenges motivated by Google Cloud’s mission of bringing AI to tech, healthcare, finance, retail and many other industries. We work on a range of unique problems focused on research topics that maximize scientific and real-world impact, aiming to push the state-of-the-art in AI and share findings with the broader research community. We also collaborate with product teams to bring innovations to real-world impact that benefits our customers. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Build and own end-to-end applications that address horizontal use cases spanning multiple industries.
- Integrate Google technology, working at multiple levels of the stack from the Application Programming Interfaces (API) to the frontend.
- Address the needs of enterprises and their employees the end users of the mobile application.
- Build reusable components to be used in the development of vertical-specific User Interface.
- Build and continuously refine features for the mobile application.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 8 years of experience in software development.
- 7 years of experience with iOS application development.
- 5 years of experience with design and architecture; and testing/launching software products.
- Experience with mobile development.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
- 8 years of experience with data structures/algorithms.
- 5 years of experience in a technical leadership role leading project teams and setting technical direction.
- 3 years of experience working in a complex, matrixed organization involving cross-functional, or cross-business projects.
- Experience with Flutter and Dart.
- Experience with Gen AI and AI Chatbots.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $262000 - $364000 (USD) + 25% bonus target + equity + benefits
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Staff Software Engineer
Document your specialized technical credentials early
Gather transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations, and employment verification letters before you start applying. PERM audit requests routinely ask for these, and gaps in your credential trail can stall the labor certification process by months.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search DOL OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications for Staff Software Engineer or equivalent senior IC roles. A pattern of recent filings signals an established sponsorship process, not a one-off experiment.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green-card-sponsoring roles
Search Migrate Mate to find Staff Software Engineer openings at employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you spend time on applications where the sponsorship pathway is already in place.
Negotiate the job offer before PERM is filed
The PERM labor certification locks in your job title, duties, and minimum requirements. Get clarity on your role classification and whether the employer will file for EB-2 or EB-3 during offer negotiations, before the process starts.
Verify your prevailing wage tier at the Staff level
Staff Software Engineer often maps to DOL wage Level III or IV. Use the OFLC Wage Search to check the prevailing wage for your specific location before accepting an offer, since your actual salary must meet or exceed that figure throughout the green card process.
Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled at signing
If you're on OPT or STEM OPT while waiting for your I-140 approval, your employer must be E-Verify enrolled. Check enrollment status directly with E-Verify before your start date to avoid an authorization gap mid-sponsorship.
Green Card Staff Software Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Software Engineer role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Staff Software Engineer typically qualifies for both. EB-3 covers professionals with a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. EB-2 applies when the role requires an advanced degree or when you meet the criteria for a National Interest Waiver. Most employer-sponsored filings at this level use EB-3 with an EB-2 upgrade petition filed concurrently.
How is the green card process different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa is a temporary nonimmigrant visa with a three-year initial period and annual cap concerns. The EB-3 green card process has no annual numerical cap on petitions filed, though visa number availability depends on your country of birth. PERM certification and I-140 approval establish a priority date, and once a visa number is available, you adjust status to permanent residency rather than renewing a temporary status every few years.
How long does the green card process take for a Staff Software Engineer?
The full timeline from PERM filing to an approved adjustment of status typically runs 24 to 48 months for applicants born outside high-backlog countries. PERM labor certification alone takes six to twelve months when audited. Applicants born in India or China face multi-year waits for EB-3 visa numbers due to per-country limits. Your employer's attorney can give you a priority date estimate based on your country of birth and the current Visa Bulletin.
Where can I find Staff Software Engineer jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search, letting you filter Staff Software Engineer roles by employers with documented EB-2 and EB-3 filing history. Standard job boards mix sponsorship-willing and sponsorship-unwilling employers without distinction, so you end up applying to roles where sponsorship isn't available. Focusing your search on employers with a proven PERM track record saves significant time in the process.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm on H-1B status?
Yes. Filing PERM while on H-1B is standard practice and does not affect your nonimmigrant status. USCIS explicitly permits dual intent for H-1B holders, meaning pursuing permanent residency does not jeopardize your current visa. If your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you can file the I-485 adjustment of status concurrently without leaving the country or changing status.