H-1B Visa DevOps Jobs

DevOps engineers consistently rank among the most-sponsored H-1B visa job titles, with employers filing LCAs across cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipeline, and site reliability roles. Most positions are classified under SOC codes tied to software developers or computer systems analysts, which affects your prevailing wage level and petition strength.

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Open Jobs633+
Work Type67% On-site
Top LocationRemote
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Technology Development Operations Engineer
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Technology Development Operations Engineer
Micron Technology
Boise, Idaho
Specialized Engineering
Industrial & Manufacturing Engineering
Data Science & Analytics
Project & Program Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Project Management
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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DevOps Engineer
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DevOps Engineer
Peak Energy
San Francisco, California
Cloud & DevOps
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
$180k - $240k/yr
On-Site
None
11-50

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Software Engineer III - DevOps
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Software Engineer III - DevOps
UKG
Atlanta, Georgia
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$102k - $147k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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DevOps Engineer
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DevOps Engineer
Dynanet Corporation
Washington, Washington DC
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
Technical Product & Program Management
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Security Engineering
On-Site
None
51-200

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DevOps & Application Services Manager
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DevOps & Application Services Manager
LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)
St. Louis, Missouri
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
IT Support & Systems Administration
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
DevOps
Cloud Engineering
Technical Program Management
IT Support
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in DevOps

Match your SOC code before applying

DevOps roles get filed under different SOC codes depending on the employer. Check the LCA filing to confirm whether they're using software developer or systems analyst classifications, since this changes the prevailing wage tier your offer must meet.

Certify your cloud credentials before cap season

AWS, Azure, and GCP certifications directly address the specialty occupation requirement USCIS scrutinizes for DevOps petitions. Having current credentials tied to your job duties strengthens your I-129 package before your employer files.

Find verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate

Filter by DevOps-specific LCA filings on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active H-1B sponsorship history for your exact role type, not just general tech hiring. This narrows your applications to companies already familiar with the filing process.

Target cap-exempt employers for faster timelines

Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated labs are cap-exempt, meaning your employer can file your H-1B petition outside the annual lottery. DevOps roles exist at these organizations in research infrastructure and cloud operations.

Verify your offer clears the prevailing wage floor

Before signing an offer, cross-check your title and location against the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your salary meets at least Level I prevailing wage. Offers below the DOL threshold will fail LCA certification before your petition reaches USCIS.

Use your 60-day grace period strategically

If your current H-1B employment ends, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to secure a new sponsor. A new employer can file a transfer petition during this window, so don't delay starting the filing process the moment you have an offer.

H-1B Visa DevOps: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a DevOps engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, but the employer needs to document that the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specifically related field, such as computer science, information systems, or engineering. Roles with vague job descriptions or that accept any bachelor's degree can draw USCIS scrutiny. Your offer letter and job duties should tie directly to your degree field.

Which SOC code do employers typically use for DevOps H-1B filings?

Most employers file DevOps roles under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or SOC 15-1244 (Network and Computer Systems Administrators), depending on how the position is structured. The SOC code determines the prevailing wage your employer must pay, so check the LCA filing before accepting an offer. You can verify role classifications through O*NET.

How do I find DevOps employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?

Migrate Mate shows verified LCA filing history by job title and location, so you can see which employers have actually sponsored DevOps roles rather than just claiming they're open to sponsorship. DOL LCA disclosure data is public, and filtering by relevant SOC codes narrows your list to companies with a real filing track record.

Can my employer file an H-1B transfer if I'm already on a different employer's H-1B?

Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as you've been in valid H-1B status for at least 180 days. Your new employer handles the I-129 filing, and you can begin the DevOps role immediately after receipt notice.

Does working remotely affect my H-1B status as a DevOps engineer?

Remote work can create compliance issues if you work from a location not covered by your employer's LCA. DevOps engineers who move to a new metropolitan area or state while on H-1B require an amended LCA filed with DOL for that worksite before the change. Short-term remote work in the same area is generally covered, but long-term moves require updated filings.