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Azure Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers file the Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the annual H-1B visa cap applies unless your employer holds cap-exempt status.
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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 Engineer
Verify your degree maps to Azure roles
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to cloud engineering work. A computer science or information systems degree is clean. An unrelated degree paired with Azure certifications alone won't satisfy the specialty occupation requirement without a credential evaluation.
Search DOL LCA filings before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history for Azure and cloud engineering roles, so you're targeting companies that have already cleared DOL's prevailing-wage certification process for positions matching yours.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area and experience level before you enter salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing wage, so knowing Level II versus Level III thresholds gives you a realistic anchor.
Prioritize cap-exempt employers for faster timelines
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated entities are exempt from the annual H-1B cap. Azure engineers placed at these organizations through staffing arrangements may also qualify, letting you start immediately rather than waiting for an October 1 start date.
Align your job duties with O*NET codes at offer stage
Before your employer files the I-129, confirm your offered role maps to the relevant O*NET occupation code for cloud or network systems roles. Mismatches between your actual duties and the stated SOC code are a common source of Requests for Evidence from USCIS.
Request premium processing if your timeline is tight
If you're changing employers during OPT and your 60-day grace period is running, ask your new employer to file with USCIS premium processing. Standard adjudication runs several months and won't protect you if your authorized stay expires before approval.
H-1B Visa Azure Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Azure Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Azure Engineer positions typically qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a directly related field. USCIS looks at whether the role's duties are complex enough to require that specific degree, not just any bachelor's degree. Roles involving cloud infrastructure design, security architecture, or DevOps automation on Azure consistently meet this standard.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Azure Engineer jobs?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history for cloud and Azure engineering roles. LCA data from DOL is the most reliable signal that an employer has already navigated the prevailing-wage certification process and is set up to sponsor new hires.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Azure Engineer role shifts significantly after I'm approved?
If your core duties change materially, such as moving from cloud infrastructure management to a software development role, your employer may need to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before those duties begin. Minor expansions within the same occupation typically don't require an amendment, but a title or SOC code change usually does.
Can Azure certifications substitute for a degree when applying for H-1B sponsorship?
Not on their own. USCIS requires a U.S. bachelor's degree or its foreign equivalent in a field directly related to the job. Azure certifications strengthen your candidacy and support the specialty occupation argument, but they don't replace the degree requirement. If your degree is in an unrelated field, a credential evaluation that maps your coursework to computer science may help.
Which Azure Engineer job titles are most commonly sponsored under the H-1B?
DOL LCA disclosure data shows consistent filings for titles including Azure Cloud Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer, and Azure Infrastructure Engineer. Roles emphasizing cloud security or hybrid-cloud integration also appear frequently. The underlying SOC codes most often used are network and computer systems administrators and software developers, depending on the actual duties.