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Associate Software Developer jobs at H-1B visa sponsoring employers require a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field to qualify as a specialty occupation. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, granting you up to three years of H-1B visa status to build your U.S. software career.
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Company Profile:
Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment, and wealth management services. The Firm's employees serve clients worldwide, including corporations, governments, and individuals from more than 1,200 offices in 43 countries.
In Technology, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities.
What you’ll do in the role:
Morgan Stanley Services Group, Inc. is seeking an Associate, Software Engineer in Alpharetta, Georgia to:
- Implement, design, and develop components of software projects within Mutual Funds Middle Office.
- Support AI-related mutual funds projects.
- Conduct design and code reviews for software applications and projects.
- Utilize analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze database programs.
- Develop various aspects of software applications including UI, mid-tier services, and databases, working as part of a team.
- Ensure quality deliverables and deadlines are met by coordinating with various teams, such as business, QA, UAT, Operations, Application Support Group, and Infrastructure.
- Integrate with multiple vendor products and record keepers.
- Handle order generation, execution, and post-order processing across Wealth Management products.
- Perform code profiling, code review, and performance tuning.
What you’ll bring to the role:
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Requires a Master’s in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field of study.
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Requires three (3) years of experience in the position offered or three (3) years as a Full Stack Developer, Software Developer, or a closely related occupation.
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Requires three (3) years of experience with the following skills:
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Python and Java;
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JavaScript and TypeScript;
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SQL and NoSQL databases;
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Spring Framework including Spring Boot and Model-View-Controller (MVC);
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Front-end development using Angular, HTML, and CSS;
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RESTful web services design and integration;
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Microservices architecture;
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Containerization technologies including Docker;
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Version control systems including Git;
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CI/CD pipeline implementation including Teamcity and Jenkins;
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Unit and integration testing frameworks;
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Performance tuning and code optimization;
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End-to-end application development across User Interface (UI), mid-tier services, and database layers; and
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Ownership of application lifecycle including design, development, production release, and post-production support.
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Requires one (1) year of experience with the following skills:
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Accelerate development workflows by leveraging generative AI and Large Language Model (LLM) tools including Github Copilot, ChatGPT, and Claude.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:
At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.
Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $136,000 and $136,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.
Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.
Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Associate Software Developer
Align your degree to your job duties
USCIS evaluates specialty occupation by matching your degree field directly to the role's core duties. Frame your resume so software engineering or computer science coursework maps explicitly to the development tasks listed in the job description, not just the job title.
Look up prevailing wage tiers before negotiating
Run your target city and SOC code through the OFLC Wage Search before any offer conversation. Your employer must certify a wage at Level I or higher on your LCA, so knowing where your offer lands protects you from an underpaid certification that USCIS flags.
Find sponsors through verified LCA filing history
Target employers with a documented record of filing LCAs for software developer roles. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B sponsorship history by role and location, so you're applying to companies that have already navigated the process for your position.
Confirm each worksite gets its own LCA
If your offer involves multiple offices or a client site different from your employer's address, each worksite needs a separately certified LCA before you work there. Ask your employer's immigration counsel to confirm coverage before your first day at any unlisted location.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation evidence
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Software Developers and cross-reference its listed knowledge, skills, and typical education level with your offer letter duties. This documentation supports your employer's specialty occupation argument in the I-129 petition if USCIS issues a Request for Evidence.
File within your 60-day grace period after OPT
If you're transitioning from OPT, your employer must file a cap-subject I-129 petition before your EAD expires. The H-1B selection rules have changed recently, so confirm the current registration window with your employer's immigration attorney well before your OPT end date.
H-1B Visa Associate Software Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Associate Software Developer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, Associate Software Developer roles typically qualify as a specialty occupation because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, information systems, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the specific duties in the offer letter, not just the job title, so your employer should document that the position genuinely requires that theoretical and practical knowledge.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for software developer roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for software development positions, searchable by city and role. Because LCA filings are public DOL records, this approach identifies companies that have already committed to the sponsorship process for roles similar to yours, rather than those that only claim to sponsor on a job posting.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off as an Associate Software Developer?
USCIS allows a 60-day grace period after your employment ends, during which you can find a new sponsoring employer, change to a different visa status, or prepare to leave the country. Your new employer must file a new H-1B transfer petition before that grace period expires. H-1B status is tied to the specific employer named in the approved petition, so starting work for anyone else before the transfer is filed creates a status violation.
Can my employer transfer my H-1B to a different office location after I start?
Your employer can transfer you to a new worksite, but they must file a new Labor Condition Application certified by DOL for each location before you begin working there. A single LCA covers only the worksites listed on it. For short-term assignments at a client site not on your original LCA, your employer should consult immigration counsel about short-term placement rules under DOL regulations.
How long can I stay in H-1B status as an Associate Software Developer?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended once for an additional three years, reaching a six-year maximum under standard rules. Extensions beyond six years are available only if you have a qualifying permanent residence application pending at a specific stage. When evaluating job offers, confirm that the employer is prepared to sponsor both the initial petition and subsequent extensions.