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Azure Data Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations under the computer-related occupations category, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for this role must certify a prevailing wage through DOL before USCIS adjudicates the petition.
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Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, and data they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our IT Asset Management (ITAM) team. In this role, you will design, develop, test, and host modern software services, including .NET Web APIs, React-based user interfaces, and robust ETL pipelines using Azure Data Factory (ADF). Working within our public cloud environment, you will write and optimize complex SQL Server queries to ensure industry-standard performance and reliability. This is an exciting opportunity to apply modern development practices and leverage approved AI technologies to streamline operations and enhance our enterprise asset tracking solutions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement.
- Evaluate emerging trends to drive continuous improvement and strategic innovation.
- Design, develop, test, and deploy secure and high-performing Web APIs using the .NET framework.
- Build, test, and manage modern, responsive front-end user interfaces using React.
- Create, test, and host data integration and ETL pipelines in Azure public cloud using Azure Data Factory (ADF).
- Write complex SQL Server queries and optimize them to meet industry-standard performance and scalability metrics.
- Deploy, secure, and host APIs using gateway platforms with limited and full authorization scopes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and improve IT Asset Management (ITAM) processes and data workflows.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Highschool diploma OR Associates degree OR Bachelors degree
- 2+ years of professional software development experience
- 2+ years of experience developing Web APIs using .NET
- 2+ years of experience building modern front-end user interfaces with React
- 2+ years of experience writing and optimizing complex SQL Server queries
- 1+ years of experience creating and managing ETL pipelines utilizing Azure Data Factory (ADF)
- 1+ years of Professional experience building, testing, and deploying services in Azure public cloud
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Understanding of experience with IT Asset Management (ITAM) processes and practices
- Experience hosting APIs on secure API gateways utilizing limited and full authorization scopes (e.g., OAuth, OpenID Connect)
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree)
- Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and query optimization skills
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
INTRODUCTION
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology, to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, and data they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
We are seeking a Software Engineer to join our IT Asset Management (ITAM) team. In this role, you will design, develop, test, and host modern software services, including .NET Web APIs, React-based user interfaces, and robust ETL pipelines using Azure Data Factory (ADF). Working within our public cloud environment, you will write and optimize complex SQL Server queries to ensure industry-standard performance and reliability. This is an exciting opportunity to apply modern development practices and leverage approved AI technologies to streamline operations and enhance our enterprise asset tracking solutions.
Primary Responsibilities
- Leverage enterprise-approved AI tools to streamline workflows, automate tasks, and drive continuous improvement.
- Evaluate emerging trends to drive continuous improvement and strategic innovation.
- Design, develop, test, and deploy secure and high-performing Web APIs using the .NET framework.
- Build, test, and manage modern, responsive front-end user interfaces using React.
- Create, test, and host data integration and ETL pipelines in Azure public cloud using Azure Data Factory (ADF).
- Write complex SQL Server queries and optimize them to meet industry-standard performance and scalability metrics.
- Deploy, secure, and host APIs using gateway platforms with limited and full authorization scopes.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support and improve IT Asset Management (ITAM) processes and data workflows.
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Highschool diploma OR Associates degree OR Bachelors degree
- 2+ years of professional software development experience
- 2+ years of experience developing Web APIs using .NET
- 2+ years of experience building modern front-end user interfaces with React
- 2+ years of experience writing and optimizing complex SQL Server queries
- 1+ years of experience creating and managing ETL pipelines utilizing Azure Data Factory (ADF)
- 1+ years of Professional experience building, testing, and deploying services in Azure public cloud
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Understanding of experience with IT Asset Management (ITAM) processes and practices
- Experience hosting APIs on secure API gateways utilizing limited and full authorization scopes (e.g., OAuth, OpenID Connect)
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree)
- Strong troubleshooting, debugging, and query optimization skills
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full-time employment
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone - of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income - deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Azure Data Engineer
Verify your degree field qualifies
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to Azure Data Engineering. A computer science or information systems degree is straightforward, but degrees in mathematics or business with heavy technical coursework may require a credential evaluation to establish equivalency.
Target employers with active LCA filings
Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B filing history in data engineering roles. DOL Labor Condition Application records show which companies have actually sponsored similar positions, not just which ones advertise sponsorship willingness.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 15-1243 (Database Architects) or 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other) in your target metro. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified wage level, so negotiate with that floor in mind.
Ask employers about cap-exempt status early
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual cap year-round. If you're open to these settings, cap-exempt employers offer faster timelines and no lottery risk for Azure Data Engineer roles.
Prepare an O*NET-aligned job description
USCIS uses O*NET occupation profiles to evaluate specialty occupation status. Confirm your job duties align with the listed tasks and required education for data engineering roles so your employer's support letter directly mirrors what adjudicators expect to see.
Request premium processing for tight transitions
If you're changing employers or transitioning off OPT, USCIS premium processing upgrades the I-129 adjudication timeline significantly. Confirm your new employer will cover the fee before accepting an offer with a hard start date.
H-1B Visa Azure Data Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Azure Data Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Azure Data Engineer positions require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, specifically in cloud architecture, data pipeline design, and distributed systems, typically requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field. USCIS consistently approves data engineering roles under the specialty occupation standard, though your employer's job description must clearly reflect degree-level complexity rather than generalized IT support tasks.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Azure Data Engineer jobs?
Large cloud consulting firms, financial services companies, healthcare systems, and technology companies with Azure-heavy infrastructure regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for this role. DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data shows which specific employers have filed for data engineering positions. Migrate Mate surfaces this filing history so you can focus your applications on employers who have a demonstrated track record of H-1B sponsorship in this field.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my job search as an Azure Data Engineer?
If you're subject to the annual H-1B cap, your petition enters a random selection process each April for an October 1 start date. Cap-exempt employers, including universities and certain nonprofit research institutions, can hire outside that window. If you're already on H-1B status with another employer, an H-1B transfer doesn't require a new lottery slot, which makes changing jobs faster and lower-risk for experienced Azure Data Engineers.
What documents should I gather before applying for Azure Data Engineer roles with H-1B sponsorship?
Compile your academic transcripts, degree certificates, and any credential evaluations if your degree is from outside the U.S. Also gather employment verification letters from prior roles that demonstrate Azure-specific work, such as pipeline development, cloud migration, or data warehousing projects. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence asking for proof that your prior experience aligns directly with the degree field claimed in the petition, so documentation depth matters.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Azure Data Engineer employer without waiting for the lottery?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to transfer your status to a new employer in a same or similar occupational classification once your I-129 has been pending or approved for at least 180 days. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval. Both roles must fall under the data engineering or computer occupations category for portability to apply cleanly.