H-1B Visa Chief Technology Officer Jobs
Chief Technology Officer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under USCIS rules, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field. Many CTO positions are cap-exempt if the sponsoring employer is a university, nonprofit research organization, or affiliated entity, which means no lottery and faster timelines.
See All Chief Technology Officer JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 13+ Chief Technology Officer jobs
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all Chief Technology Officer jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Chief Technology Officer roles.
Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
Are you an engaging healthcare technology leader with ten or more years of experience in your field? Hospital Sisters Health System is looking for a Chief Technology Officer to lead technological advancements for the system. The ideal candidate is a seasoned healthcare technology leader who is comfortable strategically partnering with operations leaders and external vendors. The CTO will hold direct responsibility for technological strategy, infrastructure, and digital capabilities in support of the organization's mission, and clinical, operational and financial priorities. This leader will report to the Chief Information Officer and will be responsible for two System Directors, which encompasses a total team of 100 colleagues.
Market structure:
- 13 Hospitals Across Illinois and Wisconsin
- HSHS Illinois based outpatient physician group
- Must reside in one of our remote employable states and travel to Springfield, IL monthly
Benefits:
HSHS has a comprehensive benefit package designed exclusively for executive leaders. A variety of medical/dental/vision offerings along with unlimited time off, annual compensation incentive, and robust retirement plan are just a few of our exciting offerings.
- Base salary with bonus potential
- Salary Range: $275,000 - $323,500
- A successful candidate's placement within the range will be based on several factors including direct healthcare CTO experience, certifications, and education.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field is required.
- Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field is preferred.
- 10 years of progressively more responsible IT leadership experience or healthcare consulting is required. Leadership experience within healthcare, enterprise technology, infrastructure, or hospital operations is preferred.
- Backgrounds outside of healthcare will not be considered.
- Three (3) years of experience involving the development of information systems plans and use of standard methodologies, selection of vendor products, and implementation of those products is preferred.
- Experience with AI advances is required.
- Experience with EPIC and/or Cerner EMRs is required.
Remote employable states: IL, WI, MO, MI, IN, OH, KY, TN, NC, SC, FL, NH, TX, AZ, NE, WY
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field is required.
- Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field is preferred.
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- Ten (10) years of progressively more responsible IT leadership experience or healthcare consulting is required. Leadership experience within healthcare, enterprise technology, infrastructure, or hospital operations is preferred.
- Three (3) years of experience involving the development of information systems plans and use of standard methodologies, selection of vendor products, and implementation of those products is preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
- N/A
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS:
40
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues.
BENEFITS:
HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
PAY RANGE:
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
INTRODUCTION
Are you an engaging healthcare technology leader with ten or more years of experience in your field? Hospital Sisters Health System is looking for a Chief Technology Officer to lead technological advancements for the system. The ideal candidate is a seasoned healthcare technology leader who is comfortable strategically partnering with operations leaders and external vendors. The CTO will hold direct responsibility for technological strategy, infrastructure, and digital capabilities in support of the organization's mission, and clinical, operational and financial priorities. This leader will report to the Chief Information Officer and will be responsible for two System Directors, which encompasses a total team of 100 colleagues.
Market structure:
- 13 Hospitals Across Illinois and Wisconsin
- HSHS Illinois based outpatient physician group
- Must reside in one of our remote employable states and travel to Springfield, IL monthly
Benefits:
HSHS has a comprehensive benefit package designed exclusively for executive leaders. A variety of medical/dental/vision offerings along with unlimited time off, annual compensation incentive, and robust retirement plan are just a few of our exciting offerings.
- Base salary with bonus potential
- Salary Range: $275,000 - $323,500
- A successful candidate's placement within the range will be based on several factors including direct healthcare CTO experience, certifications, and education.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field is required.
- Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field is preferred.
- 10 years of progressively more responsible IT leadership experience or healthcare consulting is required. Leadership experience within healthcare, enterprise technology, infrastructure, or hospital operations is preferred.
- Backgrounds outside of healthcare will not be considered.
- Three (3) years of experience involving the development of information systems plans and use of standard methodologies, selection of vendor products, and implementation of those products is preferred.
- Experience with AI advances is required.
- Experience with EPIC and/or Cerner EMRs is required.
Remote employable states: IL, WI, MO, MI, IN, OH, KY, TN, NC, SC, FL, NH, TX, AZ, NE, WY
EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field is required.
- Master’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, Business, or related field is preferred.
EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- Ten (10) years of progressively more responsible IT leadership experience or healthcare consulting is required. Leadership experience within healthcare, enterprise technology, infrastructure, or hospital operations is preferred.
- Three (3) years of experience involving the development of information systems plans and use of standard methodologies, selection of vendor products, and implementation of those products is preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
- N/A
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS:
40
Throughout communities in Illinois and Wisconsin, 13 hospitals, numerous community-based health centers and clinics, our 13,000+ colleagues have built a culture based on our solid core values of respect, care, competence, and joy. These are the ideals we believe in, work by, and live each day.
Built upon more than 145 years of service to the communities we serve, we now look to the future and our place in it as a health care system that strives to continually improve processes, procedures, and outcomes with the latest and most advanced technologies and treatments.
Regardless of how far our passion for excellence carries us, our focus will always remain on the most important person in our entire organization: The patient.
HSHS requires COVID-19 vaccines or an approved medical or religious exemption for all colleagues.
BENEFITS:
HSHS provides a benefits package designed to support the overall well-being of our colleagues including their physical, emotional, financial, spiritual, and work health. Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for HSHS benefits.
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage includes medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time colleagues.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need.
- Retirement benefits including HSHS contributions.
- Education Assistance benefits include up to $5,250 of educational assistance each calendar year and tuition discounts to select colleges with no waiting period.
- Adoption Assistance provides financial support up to $7,500 for colleagues growing their families through adoption to reimburse application and legal fees, transportation, and more!
- Other benefits include: Wellness program with incentives, employer-paid life insurance and short-term and long-term disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance program, ID theft coverage, colleague rewards and recognition program, discount program, and more!
HSHS and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
HSHS is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace dedicated to pursuing and hiring a diverse workforce.
PAY RANGE:
A successful candidate's actual pay rate will be based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, training, certifications and education.
See all Chief Technology Officer jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Chief Technology Officer roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Chief Technology Officer
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to a CTO's duties. A technical degree in computer science, engineering, or information systems is the clearest path. Unrelated degrees create specialty occupation RFE risk even at the executive level.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. CTO roles at these organizations are common in research computing and academic health systems, and you can start any time.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter by CTO and senior technology executive roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. You'll avoid wasting time on companies that have never sponsored and focus outreach on organizations with a documented track record.
Benchmark your prevailing wage before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify your salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for a CTO in their location. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level III and Level IV wages for your metro area before entering offer negotiations so you know the floor.
Clarify equity compensation in your offer letter
CTO compensation packages typically include equity. USCIS scrutinizes whether the certified wage in the LCA reflects total cash compensation, not just base salary. Ensure your offer letter and LCA are consistent on what counts as wages before the petition is filed.
Plan for premium processing at the offer stage
USCIS premium processing upgrades adjudication to 15 business days for an additional fee. For CTO hires, where start dates are often tied to board approvals or funding rounds, requesting premium processing upfront prevents costly delays after the offer is signed.
Chief Technology Officer jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.
Find Chief Technology Officer JobsChief Technology Officer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Chief Technology Officer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, a CTO role qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. USCIS focuses on the actual job duties, not the title. If the role includes significant non-technical management duties with no required technical degree, the employer will need to document that a specific technical degree is the normal minimum for the position.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for CTO positions?
Technology companies, enterprise software firms, financial services organizations, healthcare systems, and research universities all sponsor H-1B visas for CTO and senior technology leadership roles. Cap-exempt employers such as universities and nonprofit research organizations are particularly accessible because they can file outside the lottery. Migrate Mate shows employers with verified LCA filing history for technology executive roles, so you can prioritize outreach to organizations that have sponsored before.
How does the H-1B lottery affect CTO candidates?
Cap-subject CTO roles at for-profit companies enter the annual H-1B lottery, with registration open each March for an October 1 start date. If you're not selected, you can register again the following year or target cap-exempt employers in the meantime. Candidates already in valid H-1B status at another employer can transfer to a new CTO role at any time through an H-1B transfer, which does not require a new lottery entry.
Can a startup sponsor an H-1B visa for a CTO hire?
Yes, startups can sponsor H-1B visas, but USCIS scrutinizes whether the startup has a genuine employer-employee relationship with a CTO and sufficient ability to pay the certified wage. Evidence of funding rounds, revenue, payroll records, and a board structure that controls the CTO's employment all strengthen the petition. Early-stage startups with no funding history or payroll infrastructure face higher RFE rates and should work with experienced immigration counsel before filing.
What happens to an H-1B CTO if the company is acquired?
A corporate acquisition that qualifies as a successor-in-interest under USCIS rules allows the acquiring company to assume the existing H-1B petition without filing a new one, as long as the job duties and terms remain materially the same. If the acquisition changes the role significantly or the successor entity does not assume the petition, a new H-1B must be filed. The 60-day grace period applies if employment is terminated during the transition and you need time to arrange a new sponsor.
See which Chief Technology Officer employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search Chief Technology Officer Jobs