H-1B Visa Android Engineer Jobs

Android Engineer roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Employers file the Labor Condition Application with DOL before your petition reaches USCIS, and cap-subject petitions are subject to the annual 85,000-slot lottery.

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Overview

Open Jobs1,086+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type76% On-site
Median Salary$168K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
Most JobsApple

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Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Android Engineer
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New 17h ago
Android Engineer
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Phoenix, Arizona
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
$90,000/yr - $120,000/yr
On-Site
6+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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eBay
Android Engineer
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Added 3d ago
Android Engineer
eBay
San Jose, California
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
$172,000/yr - $229,600/yr
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Garmin
Senior Android Engineer
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Senior Android Engineer
Garmin
Olathe, Kansas
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Wayfair
Android Engineer III
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Wayfair
Added 4d ago
Android Engineer III
Wayfair
Boston, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
DevOps
Technical Program Management
$159,500/yr - $192,500/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

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Bank of America
Feature Lead - Lead Android Engineer
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Added 4d ago
Feature Lead - Lead Android Engineer
Bank of America
Charlotte, North Carolina
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
Technical Program Management
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
None

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Android Engineer

Map your degree to Android SOC codes

Android Engineer roles typically file under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1299. Pull the O*NET profile for your target code before interviews so you can confirm your degree field aligns with the specialty occupation definition USCIS will scrutinize.

Check employer LCA history before applying

Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify that a company has filed Labor Condition Applications for software developer roles. Employers with no LCA history may lack the HR infrastructure to run a compliant H-1B filing on your timeline.

Target cap-exempt employers to skip the lottery

Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government research institutions are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B petition goes to USCIS any time of year without entering the March lottery. Android roles in edtech platforms affiliated with these entities may also qualify.

Find H-1B sponsors through Migrate Mate

Search Android Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which filters listings to employers with verified H-1B filing history. This removes the guesswork of cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored before and won't know how to start.

Negotiate premium processing into your offer

Standard H-1B adjudication can run three to six months. If your OPT or current status expires before a decision, ask during offer negotiation whether the employer will pay for premium processing, which USCIS currently adjudicates within 15 business days.

Document project ownership for RFE defense

USCIS sometimes issues Requests for Evidence questioning whether an Android Engineer role truly requires a specific bachelor's degree. Gather architecture diagrams, sprint records, and code ownership logs now so your employer's attorney can respond with concrete technical evidence.

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Android Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does an Android Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, Android Engineer roles qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates both the job description and your specific degree. Roles with vague requirements like 'any technical degree' are more likely to receive a Request for Evidence, so your offer letter should specify the exact degree field required.

Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Android Engineers?

Employers across fintech, enterprise software, streaming, healthcare technology, and consumer apps regularly sponsor H-1B visas for Android Engineers. The most reliable way to identify them is to search Migrate Mate, which surfaces companies with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history for software developer roles, so you're only applying to employers who have actually filed before.

How does the H-1B lottery affect my Android Engineer job search timeline?

USCIS opens H-1B cap registration each March for the fiscal year starting October 1. If selected, your earliest start date is October 1, which means a gap of roughly six months between offer and authorization. Plan your OPT or grace period accordingly, and ask prospective employers whether they're cap-exempt or willing to file before the lottery window opens.

Can I switch Android Engineer jobs while on H-1B status?

Yes. Under portability rules established by AC21, you can transfer your H-1B to a new employer once your petition has been pending for 180 days and your new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval.

What prevailing wage level should an Android Engineer expect for H-1B filing?

DOL sets four prevailing wage levels for each SOC code and geographic area. Android Engineer roles typically file at Level II or Level III depending on years of experience and supervisory responsibility. You can look up the exact figures for your metro area using the OFLC Wage Search. Your employer must certify in the LCA that your offered salary meets or exceeds the applicable prevailing wage.

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