H-1B Visa C Software Engineer Jobs

C Software Engineer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a directly related field. Employers file an 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 Jobs395+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type69% On-site
Median Salary$99K
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsMesa Associates, Inc

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Environmental Systems Research Institute
Sr. C++ Software Development Engineer - ArcGIS Geocoding Algorithms
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Sr. C++ Software Development Engineer - ArcGIS Geocoding Algorithms
Environmental Systems Research Institute
Redlands, California
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
$123,136/yr - $202,488/yr
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Garmin
C# Software Engineer
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C# Software Engineer
Garmin
Yarmouth, Maine
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
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1+ yr exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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NVIDIA
Senior C++ Software Engineer
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Senior C++ Software Engineer
NVIDIA
Westford, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Backend Engineering
$152,000/yr - $287,500/yr
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5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's

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Procom Services America Inc.
211569 / C# Software Developer
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Procom Services America Inc.
Plano, Texas
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Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
Principal C++ Software Engineer - ArcGIS Geocoding Algorithms
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Principal C++ Software Engineer - ArcGIS Geocoding Algorithms
Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc.
Redlands, California
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Cloud & DevOps
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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a C Software Engineer

Map your degree to the role

USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field supports a C Software Engineer petition. A computer science or computer engineering degree maps cleanly, but an unrelated degree with no C programming coursework can trigger an RFE. Pull your transcripts and identify relevant course titles before applying.

Target employers with LCA filing history

Use Migrate Mate to filter C Software Engineer roles by employers who have filed LCAs for this specific job title. DOL disclosure data shows which companies have active H-1B filing history, so you're not guessing which employers will sponsor.

Verify the SOC code on your LCA

C Software Engineers are typically classified under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1299, which affects the prevailing wage tier your employer must meet. Confirm the SOC code in your LCA matches your actual duties before your employer certifies and submits.

Check prevailing wage before negotiating salary

Run your job title, SOC code, and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer conversation. The DOL prevailing wage sets the floor your employer must pay, and knowing Levels I through IV lets you negotiate from the right starting point.

Register for the lottery before April 1

H-1B cap registrations open in March and close within two weeks. Your employer must submit your registration through the USCIS online portal during that window, and selection results are announced before April 1. Missing the registration window means waiting a full year.

Request premium processing if your start date is tight

USCIS adjudicates premium processing I-129 petitions within 15 business days. If your lottery selection came late or your current status has limited runway, ask your employer to upgrade before filing to avoid a gap in work authorization.

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C Software Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a C Software Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?

Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science or computer engineering. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title. Roles where any bachelor's degree suffices, regardless of field, are harder to defend. Employers strengthen the petition by showing C programming expertise is a core requirement, not a preference.

How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for C Software Engineers?

Migrate Mate surfaces C Software Engineer listings at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, pulled directly from DOL disclosure data. This filters out postings from employers who have never sponsored, so your applications go to companies with a documented track record of filing for this specific occupation.

What happens to my H-1B status if I switch from one C Software Engineer role to another employer?

You can start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for approval, under the portability rules in AC21. Your new employer must file before your current authorized period ends. The job must remain in a specialty occupation, and your new LCA must reflect the correct prevailing wage for the new work location.

Can embedded or systems-level C programming work qualify differently than application-layer software roles?

USCIS evaluates the theoretical and practical application of specialized knowledge, not the programming layer. Embedded firmware roles can qualify as strongly as application development roles, provided the job description demonstrates that the degree requirement is genuine and not a preference. O*NET lists the typical education and knowledge requirements for software developer occupations, which employers cite in petitions.

What is the prevailing wage for a C Software Engineer, and who determines it?

DOL sets prevailing wages for H-1B positions based on the SOC code, job duties, and work location. The employer looks up the applicable wage through the OFLC Wage Search and must pay at least that amount. The Bureau of Labor Statistics wage survey data underpins these figures, and wages are tiered from Level I through Level IV based on experience and complexity of duties.

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