H-1B Visa Development Manager Jobs
Development Manager roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Many employers with active H-1B filing histories hire for this role across tech, finance, and healthcare, and cap-subject petitions must be filed before April 1 each year for an October 1 start.
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This is not an entry-level job—it's a launchpad.
We're looking for competitive, driven individuals who want to build a serious career in business and leadership. If you're the type who thrives on performance, accountability, and winning, this role puts you in an environment where results matter and growth is earned.
You'll get direct access to leadership, real-world business experience, and the opportunity to rapidly separate yourself based on performance.
Salary Range: $36,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Annual Base Salary + Commission + Bonus Opportunities
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Hands on Training
- Mon-Fri Schedule
Requirements
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic with a high sense of ownership and accountability
- Driven, competitive mindset with a focus on achieving measurable results
- Open to coaching and able to apply feedback effectively
- Confident and comfortable building relationships with new people daily
- Previous experience in sales or leadership is a plus, but not required
- Genuine interest in long-term career growth, leadership development, and entrepreneurial opportunities
Responsibilities
- Cultivate and strengthen client relationships through networking, referrals, and ongoing communication
- Deliver tailored solutions aligned with customer needs, objectives, and long-term goals
- Execute daily performance activities, including outbound calls, scheduled appointments, and timely follow-ups
- Monitor key performance metrics and refine strategies to drive continuous improvement
- Partner with leadership on growth initiatives, planning, and overall business strategy
- Engage in continuous professional development focused on sales, operations, and leadership growth
- Take on expanded responsibilities over time, including strategic planning, mentoring team members, and supporting overall team performance
Job Overview
This is not an entry-level job—it's a launchpad.
We're looking for competitive, driven individuals who want to build a serious career in business and leadership. If you're the type who thrives on performance, accountability, and winning, this role puts you in an environment where results matter and growth is earned.
You'll get direct access to leadership, real-world business experience, and the opportunity to rapidly separate yourself based on performance.
Salary Range: $36,000.00 - $56,000.00 per year
Benefits
- Annual Base Salary + Commission + Bonus Opportunities
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Hands on Training
- Mon-Fri Schedule
Requirements
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic with a high sense of ownership and accountability
- Driven, competitive mindset with a focus on achieving measurable results
- Open to coaching and able to apply feedback effectively
- Confident and comfortable building relationships with new people daily
- Previous experience in sales or leadership is a plus, but not required
- Genuine interest in long-term career growth, leadership development, and entrepreneurial opportunities
Responsibilities
- Cultivate and strengthen client relationships through networking, referrals, and ongoing communication
- Deliver tailored solutions aligned with customer needs, objectives, and long-term goals
- Execute daily performance activities, including outbound calls, scheduled appointments, and timely follow-ups
- Monitor key performance metrics and refine strategies to drive continuous improvement
- Partner with leadership on growth initiatives, planning, and overall business strategy
- Engage in continuous professional development focused on sales, operations, and leadership growth
- Take on expanded responsibilities over time, including strategic planning, mentoring team members, and supporting overall team performance
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Development Manager
Frame your portfolio around delivery outcomes
USCIS adjudicators look for evidence that your role requires specialized knowledge, not just management experience. Document shipped products, engineering team size, and technical decisions you owned to strengthen the specialty occupation case in your I-129 petition.
Verify employer H-1B filing history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Development Manager roles by employers with documented H-1B Labor Condition Application filings, so you're only targeting companies that have sponsored this specific occupation before, not just large employers who sponsor generally.
Check prevailing wage levels early in negotiations
Pull the wage level for SOC code 11-9021 (Construction Managers) or 15-1299 (Software and IT Managers) in your target metro using the OFLC Wage Search before your first offer call. Your offered salary must meet Level I through IV thresholds or the LCA gets rejected.
Distinguish cap-subject from cap-exempt employer types
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. If you're open to a Development Manager role at a university research lab or teaching hospital, your start date isn't locked to October 1.
Get your degree evaluated before the offer stage
Foreign three-year bachelor's degrees often require a credential evaluation to be recognized as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. Request a course-by-course evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator so the employer's attorney isn't scrambling after you've accepted an offer.
Time your application around the 60-day grace period
If you're transitioning from OPT or a prior H-1B, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period after your authorized period ends. File the change-of-employer H-1B as soon as your offer letter is signed, don't wait for your last day at the current company.
H-1B Visa Development Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Development Manager 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, software engineering, or information systems. Generalist management roles that accept any degree can draw a Request for Evidence from USCIS. Your employer's attorney should document the technical requirements of the role in the H-1B petition to establish specialty occupation clearly.
Which SOC code does USCIS typically assign to Development Manager roles?
Most software-focused Development Manager positions are classified under SOC 15-1299 (Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers or related IT manager codes) or 11-3021 (Computer and Information Systems Managers), depending on the role's scope. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage level on the Labor Condition Application, so it's worth reviewing the O*NET occupation profile for both codes before your employer files the LCA with DOL.
How do I find Development Manager jobs where the employer already sponsors H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters Development Manager listings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, which means you're only seeing roles at companies that have already sponsored this occupation through DOL. Targeting employers with existing LCA filings for development management roles significantly reduces the risk of an employer declining to sponsor after an offer is extended.
Can I start a Development Manager job while my H-1B transfer is pending?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, if you've held H-1B status for at least 180 days and your new employer files a non-frivolous H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires, you can begin work for the new employer immediately upon filing. You don't need to wait for USCIS approval, but your prior employer must have been a legitimate H-1B sponsor.
Does a Development Manager role at a startup or early-stage company create H-1B sponsorship complications?
Startups can sponsor H-1B visas, but USCIS scrutinizes whether the employer has sufficient ability to pay the prevailing wage and whether an employee-employer relationship exists, particularly when the manager holds equity. The company needs to demonstrate it can pay your wage through tax returns, financial statements, or funding documentation. Established payroll and a reporting structure help establish the required control relationship.