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Associate Architect jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit squarely in specialty occupation territory: the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in architecture or a closely related field, satisfying USCIS's core eligibility test. Firms that sponsor H-1B visas file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, locking in your worksite, wage level, and start date.
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INTRODUCTION
You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
As Associate Director – Solutions Architect, you will execute a strategic vision for enterprise technology enablement, acting as the driving force behind internal process transformation. You will build and scale a Platform as a Service (PaaS) infrastructure, championing a corporate DevSecOps culture that unites development, operations, and security. Acting as a strategic bridge between technical engineering and executive leadership, you will empower internal teams to innovate through centralized Citizen Development programs, automated tooling, and secure cloud environments.
What we’re looking for...
- Citizen Development & PaaS Strategy: Lead the design and execution of a Platform as a Service (PaaS) computing infrastructure built on Verizon Private Cloud VMs (VCP VMs), providing a secure, scalable, and self-service ecosystem tailored for the internal Citizen Developer community.
- Corporate DevOps & CI/CD Leadership: Standardize enterprise-grade CI/CD pipelines across a complex corporate environment. Manage container and package registries (OneArtifactory) and embed "secure-by-design" principles using automated SAST and SCA security testing.
- Cloud Infrastructure & SRE: Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles to deploy, manage, and scale applications across VCP VMs, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and OpenStack. Establish real-time SRE monitoring and lead "Fail Fast, Fail Small" Chaos Engineering game days.
- Executive Communication & Agile Transformation: Serve as a strategic liaison, translating complex technical architectures into actionable business value for C-suite and senior executive leaders. Manage cross-functional projects using Agile practices to eliminate legacy silos and drive adoption of new platforms.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Education & General Experience: Bachelor’s degree (or 4+ years of work/military experience) with 8+ years of relevant technical experience in enterprise IT, DevOps, or Solutions Architecture.
- Strategic & Technical Leadership: 6+ years in an architectural or engineering leadership role with end-to-end delivery accountability. Proven track record of executing strategic technology initiatives, specifically standing up PaaS environments or enterprise development platforms.
- Executive Communication & Presentation: 5+ years of experience translating technical roadmaps, system designs, and infrastructure proposals into clear, compelling presentations for executive stakeholders.
- Frameworks & Business Acumen: Deep understanding of corporate DevOps governance, TOGAF/ITIL standards, and the financial acumen (P&L, ROI, business cases) required to justify enterprise infrastructure investments.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Demonstrated success in launching low-code/no-code platforms, fostering community-driven development ecosystems, or scaling internal Citizen Developer programs.
- Active industry certifications in Cloud Architecture (GCP, AWS, Azure), DevOps, Enterprise Architecture, or foundational networking (Cisco CCNA/CCNP).
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
LOCATION
In this mobile role, you'll primarily work from customer or field location(s), with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings.
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $141,000.00 - $270,000.00.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Associate Architect
Verify your architecture credentials qualify
USCIS requires your degree to be in a directly related field, so a bachelor's in architecture, urban design, or structural engineering supports your petition most cleanly. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before applying.
Look up prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your specific worksite city. Run your SOC code and metropolitan area through the OFLC Wage Search so you know the floor before you enter salary conversations.
Target firms with active LCA filing histories
Architecture studios that have sponsored H-1B workers before understand the timeline and cost. Use Migrate Mate to search Associate Architect roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing histories, which filters out firms that have never navigated the process.
Clarify multi-site work before the LCA is filed
Project-based architecture roles often move between client worksites. Each location requires its own certified LCA, so if you'll float between offices or construction sites, confirm with your employer that their attorney accounts for every worksite before filing.
Account for the full 6-year cap in your career plan
H-1B status starts at three years and can be extended once for a total of six years. If your employer is not sponsoring a green card within that window, your options narrow sharply at year six, so raise the green card timeline in your offer negotiation.
Use your 60-day grace period strategically
If your current H-1B employer ends your role before your petition expires, you have a 60-day grace period to secure a new offer and have a new I-129 petition filed. Have your portfolio and references current so you can move quickly within that window.
H-1B Visa Associate Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does Associate Architect qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Associate Architect roles typically require a professional bachelor's degree in architecture or a closely related field, which satisfies USCIS's specialty occupation definition. Your employer will document the degree requirement in the I-129 petition. Where the position involves a mix of design and project management duties, the employer's attorney will frame the job description to emphasize the degree-level technical and creative components that drive the role.
How do I find employers who sponsor H-1B visas for architecture roles?
Search Migrate Mate for Associate Architect positions at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing histories. Because LCA records are public DOL data, you can confirm a firm has actually sponsored workers in this occupation before, not just that they claim to be open to sponsorship. This saves significant time compared to cold-applying to firms that haven't navigated the process.
What documents should I prepare before my employer files the H-1B petition?
You'll need official transcripts, your degree certificate, and any professional licensure documentation such as an NCARB record or state architecture license. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service is typically required. Your employer's attorney will also need a detailed description of your daily duties tied directly to architectural knowledge, so prepare a clear role summary in advance.
Does my employer need a separate LCA if the project site changes?
Yes. Each worksite where you'll work for more than a short period requires its own certified LCA filed with DOL. Architecture roles are especially exposed to this because project assignments shift between offices, client sites, and construction locations. Confirm with your employer before accepting an offer that their process covers worksite changes, not just your primary office address.
Can I switch architecture firms while on H-1B status?
Yes, through H-1B portability. If your new employer files an I-129 petition before your current status expires, you can begin working for them once USCIS receives the petition, without waiting for approval. The new employer must still file a certified LCA for your worksite and document that the Associate Architect role qualifies as a specialty occupation. The H-1B cap selection rules have changed recently, so confirm with USCIS whether a new cap-subject registration is required.