H-1B Visa Developer Relations Engineer Jobs
Developer Relations Engineer roles sit at the intersection of software engineering and technical advocacy, making them strong candidates for H-1B visa specialty occupation classification. Most employers filing LCAs for these positions code them under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or 15-1299, which affects your prevailing wage tier and petition framing.
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Passionate people are everywhere at Google. In Developer Relations, we get excited to collaborate and connect with the communities that love technology as much as we do. Part community manager and part developer advocate, Developer Relations Engineers collaborate with developers at conferences and online, and advocate for developers interests internally at Google. Not afraid to be hands-on, you write sample code and client libraries as well as participate in developer forums and support queues to troubleshoot and debug coding problems developers encounter. Internally, you work with product engineering teams to improve our products by conveying feedback from developers, reviewing API designs and testing new features. Chrome, Android, App Engine, HTML5 as well as our core Google Apps and Ads APIs are just some of the platforms you promote and support.
With your technical expertise, you drive strategy around fostering a community of developers who work with Google technologies. An ardent advocate for these developers, you represent their voice internally to our Product Managers and serve as their Google support in application development and technology implementation.
The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $138,000-$198,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Attend or facilitate conferences and events to gain and share insights on user experience and technologies.
- Work with top game developers and game engines in the Americas region to support exciting new product integrations on flagship Pixel devices.
- Optimize AA/AAA game titles, resolve engineering problems with Google technologies, and scale the knowledge to improve the overall gaming ecosystem.
- Advocate for game developers internally and influence Google developer product strategy by working with Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Business Development, Public Relations (PR), and other cross-functional teams.
- Drive regular, engineering-focused workshops and meetings with developers to optimize the gaming experience and resolve technical problems at a scale of millions of users.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3 years of work experience in a technical role (e.g., software engineering, solutions consultant, etc.).
- 2 years of experience in game development based on unity, unreal or C/C++/C# custom game engines.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3 years of experience as a technical practitioner in a developer community.
- Experience in scripting and tooling within the Android development environment, utilizing RenderDoc, Perfetto, Frame Pacing API, SurfaceFlinger, GFXReconstruct, and Android GPU Inspector.
- Experience working with Quality Assurance (QA) or Quality Engineering (QE) teams for device hardware and OS/software production.
- Knowledge of GPU pipeline such as OpenGL ES, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX.
- Ability to influence and collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
Passionate people are everywhere at Google. In Developer Relations, we get excited to collaborate and connect with the communities that love technology as much as we do. Part community manager and part developer advocate, Developer Relations Engineers collaborate with developers at conferences and online, and advocate for developers interests internally at Google. Not afraid to be hands-on, you write sample code and client libraries as well as participate in developer forums and support queues to troubleshoot and debug coding problems developers encounter. Internally, you work with product engineering teams to improve our products by conveying feedback from developers, reviewing API designs and testing new features. Chrome, Android, App Engine, HTML5 as well as our core Google Apps and Ads APIs are just some of the platforms you promote and support.
With your technical expertise, you drive strategy around fostering a community of developers who work with Google technologies. An ardent advocate for these developers, you represent their voice internally to our Product Managers and serve as their Google support in application development and technology implementation.
The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $138,000-$198,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Attend or facilitate conferences and events to gain and share insights on user experience and technologies.
- Work with top game developers and game engines in the Americas region to support exciting new product integrations on flagship Pixel devices.
- Optimize AA/AAA game titles, resolve engineering problems with Google technologies, and scale the knowledge to improve the overall gaming ecosystem.
- Advocate for game developers internally and influence Google developer product strategy by working with Product Management, Engineering, Marketing, Business Development, Public Relations (PR), and other cross-functional teams.
- Drive regular, engineering-focused workshops and meetings with developers to optimize the gaming experience and resolve technical problems at a scale of millions of users.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, a similar technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3 years of work experience in a technical role (e.g., software engineering, solutions consultant, etc.).
- 2 years of experience in game development based on unity, unreal or C/C++/C# custom game engines.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 3 years of experience as a technical practitioner in a developer community.
- Experience in scripting and tooling within the Android development environment, utilizing RenderDoc, Perfetto, Frame Pacing API, SurfaceFlinger, GFXReconstruct, and Android GPU Inspector.
- Experience working with Quality Assurance (QA) or Quality Engineering (QE) teams for device hardware and OS/software production.
- Knowledge of GPU pipeline such as OpenGL ES, Vulkan, Metal, or DirectX.
- Ability to influence and collaborate with internal teams and external partners.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Confirm your SOC code before filing
DevRel roles get classified under different SOC codes depending on the employer, which changes your prevailing wage requirement. Check the OFLC Wage Search using both 15-1252 and 15-1299 before your employer files the LCA to avoid a mismatch that triggers an RFE.
Document your technical depth on paper
USCIS scrutinizes DevRel petitions because the role blends engineering with advocacy. Your resume and support letter should quantify the software development work, not just the community or content output, to satisfy the specialty occupation standard for a bachelor's degree in a directly related field.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing history
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government contractors can file H-1B petitions year-round outside the annual cap. DevRel roles exist at these employers too, particularly in developer tooling and research platforms, so don't limit your search to commercial tech companies.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for verified sponsors
Search Developer Relations Engineer roles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active LCA filing history for this job category. That data comes directly from DOL disclosure records, so you're targeting companies that have already cleared the prevailing wage certification process for similar positions.
Start the LCA process before your OPT expires
Your employer must file the LCA with DOL and receive certification before USCIS can accept the I-129 petition. For cap-subject H-1B filings, count back from the October 1 start date and confirm your employer's HR or legal team has the LCA submitted no later than late March.
Negotiate a job description that supports specialty occupation
If the offer letter describes your role primarily as community management or content creation, ask the employer to revise it to lead with the technical requirements, including programming languages, SDK integration, and developer tooling responsibilities, before the petition is drafted.
H-1B Visa Developer Relations Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Developer Relations Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but the petition framing matters. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. DevRel positions that require hands-on software development, SDK work, or systems integration typically qualify. Roles described primarily as marketing or community management face higher scrutiny and are more likely to receive an RFE.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing an LCA for a Developer Relations Engineer?
Most employers classify Developer Relations Engineers under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers) or the broader 15-1299 category for computer occupations not elsewhere classified. The SOC code your employer selects determines the prevailing wage level on the LCA, so confirm it before filing using the OFLC Wage Search. O*NET can also help you identify which classification fits your actual job duties.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for Developer Relations Engineer roles?
Search Developer Relations Engineer positions on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers based on verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history. This lets you filter for companies that have already gone through the H-1B process for similar roles rather than relying on job postings that may not reflect actual sponsorship willingness. LCA data is publicly disclosed and updated regularly.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change Developer Relations Engineer jobs?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous H-1B was valid when the transfer petition was filed. The new employer files a fresh I-129 with an LCA that reflects the new role and location's prevailing wage.
Does remote work affect my H-1B status as a Developer Relations Engineer?
Yes. H-1B workers must have an LCA certified for every location where they work regularly, including a home office. If you work remotely full-time from a state different from your employer's listed worksite, your employer needs to file an amended petition with an updated LCA for that location. Short-term travel for conferences or customer visits generally doesn't require an amended filing.