H-1B Visa Full Stack Developer Jobs
Full Stack Developer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Employers file the Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the annual cap lottery runs each March for October 1 start dates.
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Get Access To All JobsPosition Requirements:
- 8+ years of experience in developing Java/J2EE based applications
- Strong experience with Spring and Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security
- Experience building REST and SOAP web services using Java
- Experience with Web Services (JSON, REST, JAX-RS, Spring based REST services)
- Experience with Java and J2EE/Java EE (including servlets, JSP, JSF, JDBC)
- Strong understanding of Java concurrency, concurrency patterns, experience building thread safe code
- Experience with messaging products like Kafka or ActiveMQ
- Experience with any RDBMS: Oracle, Postgres, SQL Server
- Experience with development tools like Eclipse, Git, Gradle, Sonar, Jenkins, Jira, Artifactory etc.
- Experience with web application servers like Tomcat, Jetty, JBoss etc.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
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Minimum Compensation: USD 41,000
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Maximum Compensation: USD 144,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors.
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post.
Position Requirements:
- 8+ years of experience in developing Java/J2EE based applications
- Strong experience with Spring and Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Data, Spring Security
- Experience building REST and SOAP web services using Java
- Experience with Web Services (JSON, REST, JAX-RS, Spring based REST services)
- Experience with Java and J2EE/Java EE (including servlets, JSP, JSF, JDBC)
- Strong understanding of Java concurrency, concurrency patterns, experience building thread safe code
- Experience with messaging products like Kafka or ActiveMQ
- Experience with any RDBMS: Oracle, Postgres, SQL Server
- Experience with development tools like Eclipse, Git, Gradle, Sonar, Jenkins, Jira, Artifactory etc.
- Experience with web application servers like Tomcat, Jetty, JBoss etc.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
-
Minimum Compensation: USD 41,000
-
Maximum Compensation: USD 144,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors.
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Full Stack Developer
Align your degree field to the role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to full stack development. A computer science or software engineering degree is the cleanest fit. If your degree is in a different field, gather transcripts and employer letters showing the technical overlap.
Search LCA filings before applying
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up which companies have filed Labor Condition Applications for software developer roles. Employers with recent LCA history have already cleared DOL compliance hurdles and are far more likely to repeat the process for your offer.
Target cap-exempt employers strategically
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government research organizations are exempt from the H-1B lottery cap. Full stack developer roles at these employers can start any time of year, with no March registration window and no selection risk.
Negotiate your start date around cap timelines
Cap-subject H-1B petitions have an October 1 start date. If you're interviewing in Q4 or Q1, ask employers whether they'll file in the March registration window. A 12-month gap between offer and start date is common and worth confirming upfront.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for developer roles. This cuts out companies that list sponsorship as possible but have no DOL filing record to back it up.
Request premium processing before your OPT expires
If you're on OPT and your authorization end date is within six months of an H-1B filing, ask your employer to pay for USCIS premium processing. Standard processing can run several months, and a gap in authorization status affects your ability to keep working.
H-1B Visa Full Stack Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Full Stack Developer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Full stack development qualifies as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field. USCIS evaluates whether the specific job duties require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge, not just general technical skills. Employers typically document this in the H-1B petition with a detailed job description.
What happens if my degree is not in computer science or software engineering?
USCIS allows equivalent qualifications under specific conditions. Three years of progressively responsible full stack development experience can substitute for one year of formal education, meaning 12 years of relevant work experience can stand in for a four-year degree. Alternatively, a combination of a two-year degree and six years of hands-on experience may qualify. Your employer's attorney will document this equivalency in the petition.
How do I find Full Stack Developer jobs where employers are willing to sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can focus on companies that have already gone through the DOL and USCIS process for developer roles. Searching by LCA history is more reliable than relying on job postings that say 'sponsorship considered,' which carries no legal commitment.
Can I change employers after my H-1B is approved as a Full Stack Developer?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules established by the American Competitiveness in the 21st Century Act, you can start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, without waiting for USCIS approval. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation, and your new employer must file their own LCA with DOL before submitting the petition.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for a Full Stack Developer H-1B petition?
Before filing an H-1B petition, your employer must certify through a Labor Condition Application that they'll pay you at least the prevailing wage for your role, level, and geographic area. DOL sets four wage levels based on experience and complexity. You can look up the applicable wage for your specific job code and location using the OFLC Wage Search tool, which publishes wage data by SOC occupation code and metropolitan area.