H-1B Visa Data Science Engineer Jobs
Data Science Engineer roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation requirements, combining statistical modeling, machine learning, and software engineering under a single job title. Most sponsors file in the April lottery window, though cap-exempt employers at universities and nonprofits hire year-round. Your degree field and job duties must align for the LCA to hold.
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Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB
This job is a member of the leadership team in the Operations Research and Advanced Analytics (OR&AA) team. Positioned within the Information Technology organization, the OR&AA team at American Airlines has a long history of being on the leading edge of analytics in the airline domain. Nearly four decades ago we launched the revenue management revolution with our yield management strategy. Today our diverse team of passionate analytics professionals supports decision making across the airline, including pricing and revenue management, fleet and network optimization, crew and flight scheduling, airport and maintenance operations and customer/social media analytics. We are constantly on the lookout to bring together exciting technologies, like big data, with cutting-edge analytical methods, like deep learning, computer vision, and natural language processing, to create a competitive edge for American.
As part of the OR&AA team, you will lead a team of OR and data science professionals responsible for providing advanced analytics solutions to one or more business organizations within American Airlines.
Specifically, you'll do the following:
- Lead initiatives to continuously improve policies, procedures and technology solutions impacting our customers and frontline team members
- Champion delivery transformation initiatives to more effectively deliver technology solutions
- Build strong relationships with business leaders; work with business partners to align project portfolio with business needs; fosters collaboration among teams
- Provide technical leadership and vision for analytical solutions for the company
- Manage project portfolio, ensuring timely project deliverables, while communicating project progress with stakeholders
- Assist team in developing and rolling out industry-leading analytical models, tools and systems that enhance and advance business processes and decision making
- Assist team in deriving original insight from relevant data; interpret and present new insights to business leaders
- Lead innovation and drive adoption of OR and Advanced Analytics solutions
- Develop capabilities of team members through coaching, mentoring, and providing growth opportunities
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Education & Prior Job Experience
- Advanced degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
- 5 years of experience developing Operations Research and Data Science solutions
- 3 years of experience leading projects or teams, either formally or informally
- Experience in developing and motivating individuals who can work as a team to meet deliverables and quickly overcome obstacles
- Proven ability to build, cultivate and promote strong relationships with IT counterparts, business partners and external groups
- Proficiency in one or more of the following: Optimization, Data Science, Machine Learning/AI, Simulation, Forecasting, Statistics
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Education & Prior Job Experience
- 5+ years of experience implementing large, complex projects
- 3+ years of experience building and deploying advanced analytics solutions to support one or more of the following airline business domains
+ Airline Network Planning, Strategic Planning, Schedule Optimization
+ Contact Centers, Digital, Marketing, Sales, Loyalty
- 2+ years of experience building models related to one or more of the following areas
+ Demand and market share forecasting, schedule profitability forecasting
+ Long term fleet planning and optimization models
+ Fleet assignment, maintenance routing, schedule reliability
+ Mathematical optimization, machine learning and AI based solutions
- 2+ years of experience using Python
- 2+ years of experience developing analytical models in a Cloud environment
SKILLS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing and motivating individuals who can work as a team to meet deliverables and quickly overcome obstacles
- Proven ability to build, cultivate, and promote strong relationships with IT counterparts, business partners, and external groups
- Proficiency in one or more of the following: Optimization, Forecasting, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics
- Ability to drive for results with an aptitude for engaging employees in multiple workgroups
- Ability to prioritize a large list of potential projects within an environment of limited resources
- Ability to thrive in a sense-of-urgency environment and leverage best practices
- Ability to think strategically and use sound judgment and initiative in making decisions
- Ability to concurrently handle multiple responsibilities while working with others
- Excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills
- Experience working with Agile project management methodologies and tools
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
- Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
- Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
- 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
- Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.
FEEL FREE TO BE YOURSELF AT AMERICAN
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
INTRODUCTION
Are you ready to explore a world of possibilities, both at work and during your time off? Join our American Airlines family, and you’ll travel the world, grow your expertise and become the best version of you. As you embark on a new journey, you’ll tackle challenges with flexibility and grace, learning new skills and advancing your career while having the time of your life. Feel free to enrich both your personal and work life and hop on board!
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS JOB
This job is a member of the leadership team in the Operations Research and Advanced Analytics (OR&AA) team. Positioned within the Information Technology organization, the OR&AA team at American Airlines has a long history of being on the leading edge of analytics in the airline domain. Nearly four decades ago we launched the revenue management revolution with our yield management strategy. Today our diverse team of passionate analytics professionals supports decision making across the airline, including pricing and revenue management, fleet and network optimization, crew and flight scheduling, airport and maintenance operations and customer/social media analytics. We are constantly on the lookout to bring together exciting technologies, like big data, with cutting-edge analytical methods, like deep learning, computer vision, and natural language processing, to create a competitive edge for American.
As part of the OR&AA team, you will lead a team of OR and data science professionals responsible for providing advanced analytics solutions to one or more business organizations within American Airlines.
Specifically, you'll do the following:
- Lead initiatives to continuously improve policies, procedures and technology solutions impacting our customers and frontline team members
- Champion delivery transformation initiatives to more effectively deliver technology solutions
- Build strong relationships with business leaders; work with business partners to align project portfolio with business needs; fosters collaboration among teams
- Provide technical leadership and vision for analytical solutions for the company
- Manage project portfolio, ensuring timely project deliverables, while communicating project progress with stakeholders
- Assist team in developing and rolling out industry-leading analytical models, tools and systems that enhance and advance business processes and decision making
- Assist team in deriving original insight from relevant data; interpret and present new insights to business leaders
- Lead innovation and drive adoption of OR and Advanced Analytics solutions
- Develop capabilities of team members through coaching, mentoring, and providing growth opportunities
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Education & Prior Job Experience
- Advanced degree in Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Data Science, Computer Science, or related technical discipline
- 5 years of experience developing Operations Research and Data Science solutions
- 3 years of experience leading projects or teams, either formally or informally
- Experience in developing and motivating individuals who can work as a team to meet deliverables and quickly overcome obstacles
- Proven ability to build, cultivate and promote strong relationships with IT counterparts, business partners and external groups
- Proficiency in one or more of the following: Optimization, Data Science, Machine Learning/AI, Simulation, Forecasting, Statistics
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Education & Prior Job Experience
- 5+ years of experience implementing large, complex projects
- 3+ years of experience building and deploying advanced analytics solutions to support one or more of the following airline business domains
+ Airline Network Planning, Strategic Planning, Schedule Optimization
+ Contact Centers, Digital, Marketing, Sales, Loyalty
- 2+ years of experience building models related to one or more of the following areas
+ Demand and market share forecasting, schedule profitability forecasting
+ Long term fleet planning and optimization models
+ Fleet assignment, maintenance routing, schedule reliability
+ Mathematical optimization, machine learning and AI based solutions
- 2+ years of experience using Python
- 2+ years of experience developing analytical models in a Cloud environment
SKILLS, LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
- Experience in developing and motivating individuals who can work as a team to meet deliverables and quickly overcome obstacles
- Proven ability to build, cultivate, and promote strong relationships with IT counterparts, business partners, and external groups
- Proficiency in one or more of the following: Optimization, Forecasting, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics
- Ability to drive for results with an aptitude for engaging employees in multiple workgroups
- Ability to prioritize a large list of potential projects within an environment of limited resources
- Ability to thrive in a sense-of-urgency environment and leverage best practices
- Ability to think strategically and use sound judgment and initiative in making decisions
- Ability to concurrently handle multiple responsibilities while working with others
- Excellent analytical, planning and organizational skills
- Experience working with Agile project management methodologies and tools
WHAT YOU'LL GET
Feel free to take advantage of all that American Airlines has to offer:
- Travel Perks: Ready to explore the world? You, your family and your friends can reach 365 destinations on more than 6,800 daily flights across our global network.
- Health Benefits: On day one, you’ll have access to your health, dental, prescription and vision benefits to help you stay well. And that’s just the start, we also offer virtual doctor visits, flexible spending accounts and more.
- Wellness Programs: We want you to be the best version of yourself – that’s why our wellness programs provide you with all the right tools, resources and support you need.
- 401(k) Program: Available upon hire and, depending on the workgroup, employer contributions to your 401(k) program are available after one year.
- Additional Benefits: Other great benefits include our Employee Assistance Program, pet insurance and discounts on hotels, cars, cruises and more.
FEEL FREE TO BE YOURSELF AT AMERICAN
From the team members we hire to the customers we serve, inclusion and diversity are the foundation of the dynamic workforce at American Airlines. Our 20+ Employee Business Resource Groups are focused on connecting our team members to our customers, suppliers, communities and shareholders, helping team members reach their full potential and creating an inclusive work environment to meet and exceed the needs of our diverse world.
Are you ready to feel a tremendous sense of pride and satisfaction as you do your part to keep the largest airline in the world running smoothly as we care for people on life’s journey? Feel free to be yourself at American.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Data Science Engineer
Align your degree to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to data science engineering duties. A degree in statistics, computer science, or applied mathematics strengthens your specialty occupation case. Unrelated degrees require detailed documentation showing how coursework maps to the role.
Check the LCA before accepting an offer
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting the I-129 petition. Verify the certified LCA lists the correct job title, worksite, and wage level so your H-1B petition matches the actual role you'll perform.
Target cap-exempt employers for year-round hiring
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are exempt from the H-1B cap and annual lottery. Data science engineering roles at these employers can be sponsored any time of year, not only after the April registration window.
Use Migrate Mate to find active H-1B sponsors
Filter your job search by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for data science roles. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL disclosure data by occupation so you can target companies that have sponsored similar positions, not just those with general sponsorship policies.
Benchmark your wage against the OFLC prevailing level
DOL sets four wage levels for each SOC code and metro area. Data science engineering roles typically file at Level II or III. Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your specific location before the LCA is submitted.
H-1B Visa Data Science Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Science Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, statistics, or data engineering. USCIS looks at whether a theoretical and practical application of a body of specialized knowledge is required. Job descriptions that mix generic software duties with data science responsibilities can trigger a Request for Evidence, so your employer's job description should clearly tie the role's core functions to a specific degree field.
What SOC code is typically used for Data Science Engineer H-1B petitions?
Employers most commonly file under SOC 15-2051 (Data Scientists) or 15-1243 (Database Architects), depending on how the role is defined. Some filings use 15-1252 (Software Developers) when the engineering component is dominant. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level, so it directly affects the salary your employer must certify on the LCA. You can look up the occupation description and typical requirements on O*NET.
How do I find employers that actively sponsor H-1B visas for Data Science Engineer roles?
Search Migrate Mate to filter for employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history specifically for data science and engineering job titles. DOL publishes quarterly LCA disclosure data, and Migrate Mate maps that data to searchable employer profiles so you can see which companies have sponsored comparable roles rather than relying on self-reported sponsorship policies.
Can I change employers on H-1B if I get a better data science offer mid-status?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, as long as your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file before your current H-1B expires to maintain continuous status.
Does working remotely for an H-1B-sponsored data science role create any compliance issues?
Yes. If you work from a location not listed on the certified LCA, your employer may need to file an amended I-129 petition and post the LCA notice at the new worksite. Remote work across multiple states or cities is a known compliance risk because each worksite's prevailing wage must be certified separately. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel before changing your primary work location.