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Backend Engineer roles sit comfortably within H-1B visa specialty occupation requirements, since the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field. Many backend roles also qualify for the STEM OPT extension, giving you a longer runway to secure sponsorship before your lottery slot is needed.
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Airwallex is the only unified payments and financial platform for global businesses. Powered by our unique combination of proprietary infrastructure and software, we empower over 200,000 businesses worldwide – including Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more – with fully integrated solutions to manage everything from business accounts, payments, spend management and treasury, to embedded finance at a global scale.
Proudly founded in Melbourne, we have a team of over 2,200 of the brightest and most innovative people in tech across 26 offices around the globe. Valued at US$8 billion and backed by world-leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Visa, Mastercard, Robinhood Ventures, Sequoia, Salesforce Ventures, DST Global, and Lone Pine Capital, Airwallex is leading the charge in building the global payments and financial platform of the future. If you’re ready to do the most ambitious work of your career, join us.
Attributes We Value
We hire successful builders with founder-like energy who want real impact, accelerated learning, and true ownership. You bring strong role-related expertise and sharp thinking, and you’re motivated by our mission and operating principles. You move fast with good judgment, dig deep with curiosity, and make decisions from first principles, balancing speed and rigor.
You're humble and collaborative; turn zero-to-one ideas into real products, and you “get stuff done” end-to-end. You use AI to work smarter and solve problems faster. Here, you’ll tackle complex, high-visibility problems with exceptional teammates and grow your career as we build the future of global banking. If that sounds like you, let’s build what’s next.
About the Team
This team designs intelligent, autonomous systems that eliminate financial operations for companies globally. We automate everything from bookkeeping and reconciliation to tax, payroll, forecasting, and document understanding: turning hours of work into seconds. The team blends deep research pedigree with proven industry experience. We operate with high standards, are tool-agnostic, and expect engineers to own problems end-to-end. We collaborate closely, push boundaries responsibly, and ship exceptional work quickly. You’ll solve unprecedented technical challenges using unique, end-to-end financial datasets no one else in the industry has.
About the Role
As a Senior Backend Engineer, you’ll design the backbone of our intelligent finance systems: scalable services, resilient APIs, and thoughtful data models. Our backend is primarily Python on GCP, and your work will ensure we can move quickly while maintaining enterprise-grade reliability and security.
- Design and operate distributed, event-driven systems that process high-volume, high-sensitivity financial data with strict correctness and latency guarantees.
- Build typed, production-grade APIs and services in Python (FastAPI + Pydantic) that power agentic workflows, AI copilots, and real-time financial infrastructure.
- Own data architecture end-to-end schema design, event models, ledger primitives, and storage layers optimized for auditability, traceability, and scale.
- Develop resilient infrastructure primitives (queues, retries, idempotency, observability, backpressure handling) that let teams ship fast without sacrificing reliability.
- Work at the intersection of systems + AI, building feedback loops where product data continuously improves models and models autonomously improve system behavior.
- Ship platform foundations, not one-off features internal frameworks, SDKs, and tooling that accelerate every engineer in the org.
- Partner closely with ML + product teams to productionize research-grade ideas into real customer-facing systems.
- Help define the architecture of an AI-native financial stack not bolting AI onto software, but designing software assuming AI is a first-class runtime.
This role is based in San Francisco.
What You’ll Need to have
- 5+ years backend experience with Python at scale.
- Deep knowledge of SQL/NoSQL database design.
- Experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or microservices.
- Familiarity with GCP services (Pub/Sub, Cloud Run, Cloud SQL, BigQuery, KMS, etc.).
- Strong grasp of security and compliance best practices.
- Passion for building the backend that powers intelligent products.
Applicant Safety Policy: Fraud and Third-Party Recruiters
To protect you from recruitment scams, please be aware that Airwallex will not ask for bank details, sensitive ID numbers (i.e. passport), or any form of payment during the application or interview process. All official communication will come from an @airwallex.com email address. Please apply only through careers.airwallex.com or our official LinkedIn page.
Airwallex does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Airwallex will not pay any fees to search firms/recruiters if a candidate is submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless an agreement has been entered into with respect to specific open position(s). Search firms/recruiters submitting resumes to Airwallex on an unsolicited basis shall be deemed to accept this condition, regardless of any other provision to the contrary.
Equal opportunity
Airwallex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Airwallex is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We don’t regard color, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status when making our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
About Airwallex
Airwallex is the only unified payments and financial platform for global businesses. Powered by our unique combination of proprietary infrastructure and software, we empower over 200,000 businesses worldwide – including Brex, Rippling, Navan, Qantas, SHEIN and many more – with fully integrated solutions to manage everything from business accounts, payments, spend management and treasury, to embedded finance at a global scale.
Proudly founded in Melbourne, we have a team of over 2,200 of the brightest and most innovative people in tech across 26 offices around the globe. Valued at US$8 billion and backed by world-leading investors including T. Rowe Price, Visa, Mastercard, Robinhood Ventures, Sequoia, Salesforce Ventures, DST Global, and Lone Pine Capital, Airwallex is leading the charge in building the global payments and financial platform of the future. If you’re ready to do the most ambitious work of your career, join us.
Attributes We Value
We hire successful builders with founder-like energy who want real impact, accelerated learning, and true ownership. You bring strong role-related expertise and sharp thinking, and you’re motivated by our mission and operating principles. You move fast with good judgment, dig deep with curiosity, and make decisions from first principles, balancing speed and rigor.
You're humble and collaborative; turn zero-to-one ideas into real products, and you “get stuff done” end-to-end. You use AI to work smarter and solve problems faster. Here, you’ll tackle complex, high-visibility problems with exceptional teammates and grow your career as we build the future of global banking. If that sounds like you, let’s build what’s next.
About the Team
This team designs intelligent, autonomous systems that eliminate financial operations for companies globally. We automate everything from bookkeeping and reconciliation to tax, payroll, forecasting, and document understanding: turning hours of work into seconds. The team blends deep research pedigree with proven industry experience. We operate with high standards, are tool-agnostic, and expect engineers to own problems end-to-end. We collaborate closely, push boundaries responsibly, and ship exceptional work quickly. You’ll solve unprecedented technical challenges using unique, end-to-end financial datasets no one else in the industry has.
About the Role
As a Senior Backend Engineer, you’ll design the backbone of our intelligent finance systems: scalable services, resilient APIs, and thoughtful data models. Our backend is primarily Python on GCP, and your work will ensure we can move quickly while maintaining enterprise-grade reliability and security.
- Design and operate distributed, event-driven systems that process high-volume, high-sensitivity financial data with strict correctness and latency guarantees.
- Build typed, production-grade APIs and services in Python (FastAPI + Pydantic) that power agentic workflows, AI copilots, and real-time financial infrastructure.
- Own data architecture end-to-end schema design, event models, ledger primitives, and storage layers optimized for auditability, traceability, and scale.
- Develop resilient infrastructure primitives (queues, retries, idempotency, observability, backpressure handling) that let teams ship fast without sacrificing reliability.
- Work at the intersection of systems + AI, building feedback loops where product data continuously improves models and models autonomously improve system behavior.
- Ship platform foundations, not one-off features internal frameworks, SDKs, and tooling that accelerate every engineer in the org.
- Partner closely with ML + product teams to productionize research-grade ideas into real customer-facing systems.
- Help define the architecture of an AI-native financial stack not bolting AI onto software, but designing software assuming AI is a first-class runtime.
This role is based in San Francisco.
What You’ll Need to have
- 5+ years backend experience with Python at scale.
- Deep knowledge of SQL/NoSQL database design.
- Experience with distributed systems, event-driven architectures, or microservices.
- Familiarity with GCP services (Pub/Sub, Cloud Run, Cloud SQL, BigQuery, KMS, etc.).
- Strong grasp of security and compliance best practices.
- Passion for building the backend that powers intelligent products.
Applicant Safety Policy: Fraud and Third-Party Recruiters
To protect you from recruitment scams, please be aware that Airwallex will not ask for bank details, sensitive ID numbers (i.e. passport), or any form of payment during the application or interview process. All official communication will come from an @airwallex.com email address. Please apply only through careers.airwallex.com or our official LinkedIn page.
Airwallex does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms/recruiters. Airwallex will not pay any fees to search firms/recruiters if a candidate is submitted by a search firm/recruiter unless an agreement has been entered into with respect to specific open position(s). Search firms/recruiters submitting resumes to Airwallex on an unsolicited basis shall be deemed to accept this condition, regardless of any other provision to the contrary.
Equal opportunity
Airwallex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and anyone seeking employment at Airwallex is considered based on merit, qualifications, competence and talent. We don’t regard color, religion, race, national origin, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, sex, marital or family status, disability, gender, or any other legally protected status when making our hiring decisions. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Backend Engineer
Match your degree to your backend stack
USCIS evaluates whether your specific degree field supports your job duties. A computer science or software engineering degree maps cleanly to backend roles, but an unrelated degree may require a credential evaluation and a detailed employer letter explaining the connection.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for SOC code 15-1252 before your offer conversation so you understand the floor your employer is legally required to meet.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofits affiliated with higher education, and certain research organizations are cap-exempt, meaning they can file H-1B petitions year-round without waiting for the annual lottery. Backend engineers at these institutions skip the April lottery entirely.
Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Search for Backend Engineer roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history by occupation code. You can filter for companies that have sponsored the exact role you're targeting rather than guessing from job descriptions.
Clarify remote work location in your LCA early
If your backend role allows remote work, your employer's LCA must list every worksite where you'll spend more than 30 days in a year. Switching to an unlisted location after filing can trigger compliance issues, so confirm your work arrangement before the petition is submitted.
Protect your status during a company transition
If you're changing employers, your new sponsor can file an H-1B transfer while you continue working under your current authorization. Don't wait until after your last day at the old job. The 60-day grace period starts the moment your employment ends, not when the transfer petition is filed.
H-1B Visa Backend Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Backend Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Backend Engineer positions qualify because they normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties and the degree requirement the employer sets. If your role involves architecture, distributed systems, or API design, the specialty occupation standard is straightforward to satisfy.
Which SOC code do most employers use for Backend Engineer H-1B petitions?
Most employers file under SOC code 15-1252, Software Developers. Some use 15-1299 for more specialized roles. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level on the LCA, which affects your minimum guaranteed salary. You can cross-reference your duties against the O*NET occupation profile for 15-1252 to confirm the match before your employer files.
How do I find Backend Engineer jobs where the employer actively sponsors H-1B visas?
Use Migrate Mate to search Backend Engineer roles filtered by verified H-1B LCA filing history. This shows you employers who have already sponsored the specific occupation code, not just companies that claim to be open to sponsorship. Checking actual filing history is more reliable than reading 'visa sponsorship available' in a job posting.
Can a backend engineering contractor or staffing arrangement qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but USCIS applies stricter scrutiny to third-party placement arrangements. The petitioning employer must demonstrate it controls the day-to-day work and maintains an employer-employee relationship throughout the petition period. Contracts, supervision structures, and end-client agreements all factor into the evaluation. Direct hires face fewer complications during adjudication.
What happens to my H-1B status if my backend engineering role shifts significantly after filing?
If your job duties change materially after your H-1B is approved, your employer may need to file an amended petition with USCIS before the change takes effect. Adding new responsibilities like engineering management or a different product area can qualify as a material change. A new LCA reflecting the updated role and wage level is typically required alongside the amended petition.