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
Esri’s global geocoding solutions support key challenges such as locating addresses and places on a map, discovering what’s at a known location or adding location information to large tables of records. Bring your passion for Software Development to help us develop a global search and geocoding capability, both of which are cornerstones of Esri software products.
You’ll work alongside product engineers, developers, and users to create location-based APIs, geocoding services, and enhancements to Esri software in the mobile, desktop, server, and online environments. This is a great opportunity to design and develop next-gen Esri technology. We love making a difference and leading the way in developing innovative technology.
Esri has a Relocation Assistance Program and can provide support with relocating to the Redlands, CA area for this position.
Responsibilities
- Write scalable, reusable, and maintainable code
- Develop advanced search algorithms for finding the best candidate amongst billions of candidate records
- Design and implement efficient data formats and structures for large amounts of spatially enabled data optimized for rapid search
- Optimize existing and new C++ code to reduce memory consumption and to increase performance and scalability
Requirements
- 5+ years of related software development experience
- Strong development skills in C++ (C++11 and higher, STL, Boost, Clang, MSVC), and/or Rust
- Strong background in algorithms, data structures and design patterns
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems, GIS, or related field
Recommended Qualifications
- Experience developing search and/or geocoding solutions
- Experience developing location-based services
- Experience with cloud-based architectures and microservices
- Experience developing desktop and enterprise solutions
- Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Information Systems, GIS, or related field
Total Rewards
Esri’s competitive total rewards strategy includes industry-leading health and welfare benefits: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance for employees (and their families), 401(k) and profit-sharing programs, minimum accrual of 80 hours of vacation leave, twelve paid holidays throughout the calendar year, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Base salary is one component of our total rewards strategy. Compensation decisions and the base range for this role take into account many factors including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
A reasonable estimate of the base salary range is
- $123,136
- $202,488 USD
The Company
At Esri, diversity is more than just a word on a map. When employees of different experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and cultures come together, we are more innovative and ultimately a better place to work. We believe in having a diverse workforce that is unified under our mission of creating positive global change. We understand that diversity, equity, and inclusion is not a destination but an ongoing process. We are committed to the continuation of learning, growing, and changing our workplace so every employee can contribute to their life’s best work. Our commitment to these principles extends to the global communities we serve by creating positive change with GIS technology. For more information on Esri’s Racial Equity and Social Justice initiatives, please visit our website here.
If you don’t meet all of the preferred qualifications for this position, we encourage you to still apply!
Esri is an equal opportunity employer (EOE) and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email askcareers@esri.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this e-mail address.
Esri takes our responsibility to protect your privacy seriously. We are committed to respecting your privacy by providing transparency in how we acquire and use your information, giving you control of your information and preferences, and holding ourselves to the highest national and international standards, including CCPA and GDPR compliance.
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Get Access To All JobsTips 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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Find C Software Engineer JobsC 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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