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Forward Deployed Software Engineers work embedded at client sites, building and customizing software in real time. Employers filing H-1B visa petitions for this role typically classify it under software development SOC codes, and the specialty occupation requirement is well-established given the degree-intensive nature of the work.
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Job details: Series B Startup | $500 Valuation | Revolutionizing Hardware Testing
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Caitlyn Hardy
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Salary: $150,000 - $210,000 per year
A bit about us:
Join a fast-growing, well-funded Series B startup at the forefront of building the modern test stack for hardware engineering teams. Founded by MIT, SpaceX, Palantir, Anduril, NASA, and Harvard alumni and backed by top-tier investors like Founders Fund and General Catalyst. This company is revolutionizing how aerospace, autonomy, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing teams collect, validate, and act on real-time data.
WHY JOIN US?
🚀 High-growth startup with long runway and serious backing
đź› Ownership and impact: Build features from scratch, influence the roadmap
🧠Deeply technical product serving cutting-edge industries
đź’Ľ Competitive salary + meaningful equity
❤️ 100% covered health benefits, 401(k), unlimited PTO, learning stipends
JOB DETAILS
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop and deploy tailored software solutions, tools, and integrations that address unique customer needs, with a strong focus on fast iteration and functional prototypes.
- Design and maintain robust data workflows that facilitate seamless connectivity between client data systems and our internal platforms, often operating in highly technical and unconventional environments.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Sales and Operations—to support technical evaluations, guide pre-sales discussions, and define the scope of customer-facing projects.
- Serve as a key voice of the customer by relaying technical feedback and user insights to influence product direction and shape future feature development.
- Contribute to team growth by participating in recruitment, conducting technical interviews, and helping onboard new engineering team members.
Job Requirements:
- Proven experience in software development, particularly in environments that require adaptability and a high degree of autonomy.
- Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to work efficiently and independently.
- A user-first perspective with a clear enthusiasm for applying software to real-world, high-impact engineering challenges.
- Eagerness to be part of an early-stage team building tools that enhance the capabilities of advanced hardware systems and teams.
- Willingness to travel up to 25–50% to engage directly with customers at technical sites, such as aerospace test facilities or high-precision manufacturing environments.
- Experience building backend systems using Java or any other backend languages, tools, and frameworks.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science preferred.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
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INTRODUCTION
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ABOUT THE JOB
Job details: Series B Startup | $500 Valuation | Revolutionizing Hardware Testing
This Jobot Job is hosted by: Caitlyn Hardy
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary: $150,000 - $210,000 per year
A bit about us:
Join a fast-growing, well-funded Series B startup at the forefront of building the modern test stack for hardware engineering teams. Founded by MIT, SpaceX, Palantir, Anduril, NASA, and Harvard alumni and backed by top-tier investors like Founders Fund and General Catalyst. This company is revolutionizing how aerospace, autonomy, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing teams collect, validate, and act on real-time data.
WHY JOIN US?
🚀 High-growth startup with long runway and serious backing
đź› Ownership and impact: Build features from scratch, influence the roadmap
🧠Deeply technical product serving cutting-edge industries
đź’Ľ Competitive salary + meaningful equity
❤️ 100% covered health benefits, 401(k), unlimited PTO, learning stipends
JOB DETAILS
Job Responsibilities:
- Develop and deploy tailored software solutions, tools, and integrations that address unique customer needs, with a strong focus on fast iteration and functional prototypes.
- Design and maintain robust data workflows that facilitate seamless connectivity between client data systems and our internal platforms, often operating in highly technical and unconventional environments.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams—including Sales and Operations—to support technical evaluations, guide pre-sales discussions, and define the scope of customer-facing projects.
- Serve as a key voice of the customer by relaying technical feedback and user insights to influence product direction and shape future feature development.
- Contribute to team growth by participating in recruitment, conducting technical interviews, and helping onboard new engineering team members.
Job Requirements:
- Proven experience in software development, particularly in environments that require adaptability and a high degree of autonomy.
- Strong analytical thinking and creative problem-solving skills, with the ability to work efficiently and independently.
- A user-first perspective with a clear enthusiasm for applying software to real-world, high-impact engineering challenges.
- Eagerness to be part of an early-stage team building tools that enhance the capabilities of advanced hardware systems and teams.
- Willingness to travel up to 25–50% to engage directly with customers at technical sites, such as aerospace test facilities or high-precision manufacturing environments.
- Experience building backend systems using Java or any other backend languages, tools, and frameworks.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science preferred.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy
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Confirm your SOC code before applying
Forward Deployed Software Engineer roles are typically filed under software developer SOC codes. Check the O*NET profile for your exact title so you can verify the employer's LCA matches the work you'll actually perform.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter for companies that have filed LCAs for software engineering roles. Employers with consistent filing history are far more likely to move quickly through the H-1B petition process than first-time sponsors.
Document the client-site work arrangement carefully
USCIS scrutinizes third-party placement roles heavily. Your employer must show they control your day-to-day work, not the client. Ask HR how the company structures its I-129 filings for deployed engineers before accepting an offer.
Request prevailing wage verification early
Run your prospective job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before your offer letter is finalized. The wage level on the LCA must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and worksite, not the employer's headquarters.
Prepare a degree-to-role equivalency narrative
If your degree is in a field adjacent to software engineering, prepare a written explanation of how your coursework and experience map to the specialty occupation definition. RFEs on this point are common for forward-deployed roles with broad job descriptions.
Track the 60-day grace period if your status changes
If you lose your H-1B job between client engagements, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor or change status. Don't wait until the last week to start applications since new employer I-129 filings take time.
H-1B Visa Forward Deployed Software Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Forward Deployed Software Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the employer can demonstrate the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, software engineering, or information systems. USCIS has upheld software developer roles as specialty occupations consistently, but forward-deployed positions occasionally receive RFEs asking the employer to prove they, not the client, direct your work.
How does working at a client site affect my H-1B petition?
USCIS applies extra scrutiny to H-1B petitions where the employee works at a third-party site rather than the sponsoring employer's own location. Your employer must document that they assign your tasks, evaluate your performance, and control your work product. Employers experienced in filing for deployed engineers typically have this documentation ready. Ask specifically about this before signing an offer.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I switch Forward Deployed Software Engineer roles?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new sponsoring employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, provided you've maintained valid H-1B status. The new employer must file their own LCA covering your new worksite location, which matters because prevailing wages differ by geography and SOC code.
Where can I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Migrate Mate shows verified LCA filing history for employers hiring Forward Deployed Software Engineers, so you can see which companies have an actual track record of H-1B sponsorship rather than just listing it as a possibility in a job posting. Filtering by role type and location lets you prioritize outreach to employers already familiar with the filing process.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm benched between client deployments?
Your H-1B employer is legally required to pay your full LCA wage whether or not you're actively deployed at a client site. If the employer stops paying during a bench period, your status may be at risk. USCIS requires that you remain on payroll throughout your authorized period. If your employment ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor or change status.