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Data Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers file the LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and annual cap registration opens each March for an October 1 start date.
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INTRODUCTION:
Join a team that's shaping the future of pediatric care. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is consistently ranked among the top 10 children's hospitals in the nation, delivering world-class care through more than 350 specialized programs and services. Here, world-class experts in medicine, research, and education work together to deliver family-centered care to more than 155,000 patients each year. At CHLA, your work will help build brighter tomorrows for the children and families we serve.
Overview:
This is 100% remote position. CHLA requires a primary residence in California prior to start date.
Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift
Purpose Statement/Position Summary: The Data Science Analyst II, under the direction and supervision of the Director of Analytics, will play a hands-on role in our Office of Enterprise Data (OED). The Data Science Analyst II collaborates with stakeholders across the organization to develop sophisticated analytics to provide information, insights and BI (Business Intelligence) solutions that contribute to sound strategic planning, decision-making, goal setting, and effective performance measurement. The Data Science Analyst II exhibits a strong and advanced understanding of the healthcare domain, along with expertise in technical data manipulation and analytical development, whether in BI or Machine Learning. These skills effectively support CHLA’s mission to create hope and build healthier futures.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- 5 years of experience in healthcare, including familiarity with hospital systems, diverse healthcare data sets (claims, EHR, clinical data, structured and unstructured data) and analytics, data management, and data visualization.
- Able to demonstrate advanced analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, beyond a DSA I.
- Able to demonstrate advanced data prep skills, beyond a DSA I, using scripting languages like Oracle PL/SQL, MS SQL, R, Python, etc.
- Able to demonstrate advanced BI development skills, beyond a DSA I, using Tableau and/or PowerBI.
- Understanding of and familiarity with Data Analytics platforms like Azure data lake, Azure Synapse, Azure Fabric, Oracle DB, SQL Server, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to be self-paced, self-motivated and flexible in a rapidly evolving environment.
- Able to demonstrate strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills and able to effectively engage and influence diverse stakeholders with varying skill sets, beyond a DSA I.
- Organized and detail-oriented, with proven ability to prioritize workload, meet deadlines, and manage more than one project at a time.
- Proactive learner with initiative to learn new skills and apply this knowledge on the job.
- Executes all job responsibilities and assignments promptly, reliably, honestly and ethically.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), including creating charts and graphs.
EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university in a relevant field (Public Health, Statistics, Math, Computer Science, Information Systems) or HS Diploma/GED plus 8 years of direct experience.
Preferred: Master’s degree from relevant field (Business Analytics, Data Science, Statistics, MBA, Computer Science, MPH, etc.).
Pay Scale Information: CHLA values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. Final determination of a successful candidate’s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, education and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates who meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates who exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. Posting Range: $90,334.40-$120,432.00
CLOSING:
CHLA is a leader in pediatric and adolescent health, in our community, across the nation, and around the world. As a premier Magnet®-recognized teaching hospital, CHLA offers an environment rooted in learning, collaboration, and compassionate care. We are home to groundbreaking research, clinical innovation, and a culture that supports personal and professional growth.
Since 1932, CHLA has been affiliated with the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Through this partnership and our own enduring mission, we remain committed to creating hope and building healthier futures.
At Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, our work matters. And so do each and every one of our valued team members. We consider qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other legally protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. We will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal history, in a manner consistent with the requirements of state and local laws, including the LA City Fair Chance Ordinance and SF Fair Chance Ordinance.
Qualified Applicants with disabilities are entitled to reasonable accommodation under the California Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact CHLA Human Resources if you need assistance completing the application process.
Our various experiences, perspectives and backgrounds allow us to better serve our patients and create a strong community at CHLA.
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Frame your degree against the SOC code
Data Engineer roles map to SOC 15-1243 in DOL filings. Make sure your resume and credentials explicitly connect your degree field to data pipeline, warehousing, or ETL work so the specialty occupation determination is clear-cut.
Pull LCA records before your interview
Run the OFLC Wage Search to see what wage levels competing employers have filed for Data Engineer roles in your target metro. If an offer comes in at Level 1, you'll know to push back before the LCA is submitted.
Search H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-1B filing history, so you're only seeing Data Engineer roles at employers who have actively sponsored the visa. That cuts out companies that say they're open to sponsorship but have never filed.
Clarify cap-exempt status with staffing firms
Some Data Engineer contracts route through universities or nonprofit research institutions, which are cap-exempt. Ask whether the end client or the staffing firm is the H-1B petitioner, since cap-exempt status depends entirely on who signs the petition.
Request premium processing before your OPT expires
USCIS upgrades H-1B petitions to 15-business-day processing with a premium processing fee. If your OPT end date is close to October 1, confirm your employer will file premium so an RFE doesn't leave you in a gap.
Document cloud certifications as specialty evidence
USCIS adjudicators sometimes issue RFEs on Data Engineer petitions when the degree is in a broad field like information technology. AWS, GCP, or Azure certifications tied to specific pipeline architecture can strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your petition.
H-1B Visa Data Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Data Engineer positions typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, or a related technical field, which meets the USCIS specialty occupation standard. The role maps to SOC code 15-1243 in DOL filings. If your job description emphasizes general IT support rather than specialized data architecture, your employer may need to add specificity before USCIS accepts the petition.
What wage level should my H-1B LCA show for a Data Engineer role?
DOL assigns wage levels from 1 to 4 based on experience and complexity. Most mid-level Data Engineer roles fall at Level 2 or 3. You can verify the prevailing wage for your specific metro area and SOC code using the OFLC Wage Search before you accept an offer. A Level 1 wage on an LCA for a role with significant design responsibility can signal a problem worth raising with your employer early.
How do I find Data Engineer jobs where the employer will actually sponsor H-1B?
The most reliable approach is to target employers with documented H-1B filing history in your specific role type. Migrate Mate surfaces Data Engineer listings filtered by verified LCA filing records, so you're focused on employers who have gone through the process before rather than those who express vague willingness. Previous filings in your role category and metro area are a strong signal that HR already knows the process.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Data Engineer employer mid-year?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start work with a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. Your new employer files a new LCA and I-129 petition. The role doesn't have to be identical, but it must remain a specialty occupation with a comparable degree requirement.
Does the type of data stack I work with affect my H-1B petition?
Indirectly, yes. USCIS evaluates whether the position genuinely requires a specialized degree, not just technical tools. Petitions for roles centered on well-defined data engineering work like pipeline architecture, data modeling, or distributed systems are typically more straightforward than broad titles covering general analytics support. Your offer letter and job duties description should reflect the specialized scope, since adjudicators have issued RFEs when duties appeared interchangeable with general IT roles.