H-1B Visa Back End Developer Jobs

Back end developer roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. Employers file the LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.

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Overview

Open Jobs1,700+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type77% On-site
Median Salary$65K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsInfojini Inc

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HireIO, Inc.
Software Engineer/C# - Backend Developer
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HireIO, Inc.
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Software Engineer/C# - Backend Developer
HireIO, Inc.
Hooksett, New Hampshire
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Backend Engineering
$90,000/yr - $110,000/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
None
11-50

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Ryder System
Backend Developer I
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Ryder System
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Backend Developer I
Ryder System
Tallahassee, Florida
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
DevOps
$80,000/yr - $90,000/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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GALAXY
Lead Backend Developer
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GALAXY
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Lead Backend Developer
GALAXY
New York, New York
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
$175,000/yr - $240,000/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
11-50

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TechnoSphere, Inc.
Java Backend Developer
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TechnoSphere, Inc.
Added 5d ago
Java Backend Developer
TechnoSphere, Inc.
New Jersey
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
None

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Photon
Backend Developer
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Photon
Added 6d ago
Backend Developer
Photon
Springfield, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Backend Engineering
$44,000/yr - $154,000/yr
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3+ yrs exp.
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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Back End Developer

Map your degree to SOC codes

Your H-1B petition ties your role to a specific SOC occupation code. Pull the O*NET profile for software developers and match your degree field to the listed education requirements before your employer files the LCA.

Target cap-exempt employers first

Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are exempt from the 85,000-slot cap. Applying to these employers means your petition can be filed any time of year, not just during the April lottery window.

Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors

Search Migrate Mate for back end developer roles filtered by employers with active H-1B LCA filing history. This surfaces companies that have already certified wages with DOL, cutting out employers who express interest but have never filed.

Verify prevailing wage before negotiating

Run your job title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the prevailing level, and knowing Level II versus Level III thresholds strengthens your negotiating position.

Prepare a specialty occupation evidence file

USCIS frequently issues RFEs for back end developer roles questioning whether the position genuinely requires a specific degree. Collect job postings from comparable companies, your employer's internal org chart showing degree requirements, and your transcripts showing relevant coursework.

Time your start date around cap-gap coverage

If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, your cap-gap protection extends work authorization through September 30 of the fiscal year your H-1B petition was selected. Confirm your I-20 reflects a timely cap-gap extension before your OPT EAD expiration date.

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Back End Developer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a back end developer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, back end developer positions typically qualify because USCIS recognizes software development as requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field. The key requirement is that your specific role and your employer's job description must establish that a theoretical and practical application of that degree is a normal requirement for the position, not just a preference.

How do I find back end developer jobs where employers are already set up to sponsor H-1B visas?

Search on Migrate Mate, which filters roles by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history through DOL. This means the companies listed have already gone through the Labor Condition Application process for comparable roles, so you're not starting a conversation with an employer who has no experience sponsoring H-1B petitions.

Can my employer file my H-1B petition outside the April cap lottery?

Only if your employer qualifies as cap-exempt. Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and entities affiliated with government research programs can file H-1B petitions year-round without entering the lottery. For-profit tech companies are cap-subject, meaning your petition must be registered during the March registration window for the April selection. If you're already in H-1B status with a cap-subject employer, a transfer to a new cap-subject employer doesn't require re-entering the lottery.

What happens to my work authorization if my H-1B isn't selected in the lottery while I'm on OPT?

If USCIS selects your H-1B petition and your employer files before your OPT expires, your cap-gap protection automatically extends your work authorization through September 30. If your petition isn't selected, you'll need to stop working when your OPT EAD expires unless you have another work-authorized status. Your DSO can annotate your I-20 to reflect cap-gap coverage once USCIS confirms receipt of the petition.

What is an LCA and what does it mean for back end developer roles specifically?

A Labor Condition Application is the DOL certification your employer must obtain before USCIS will accept your H-1B petition. For back end developer roles, the LCA locks in a specific SOC occupation code and certifies that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for that role in your work location. If your employer plans to place you at a client site, the LCA must reflect the client's location, not the employer's headquarters.

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