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Hardware Engineer roles qualify as H-1B visa specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. Employers in semiconductors, consumer electronics, and defense regularly sponsor H-1B petitions for these roles, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery window matters.
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Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Department Introduction
The Systems Integration Group (SIG) designs advanced semiconductor memory test equipment that enables next-generation memory technologies. We work across disciplines to build scalable, reliable, high-performance test solutions.
Join the team building SSD tester platforms for tomorrow’s AI infrastructure!
SUMMARY
We are looking for a hands-on hardware systems leader to architect SSD tester equipment platforms. This role focuses on tester hardware architecture and platform-level electrical design, integrating host compute, PCIe interfaces, high-speed interconnects, DUT interface hardware, power delivery, sideband control, firmware/software interfaces, and manufacturing needs into a complete test system.
Responsibilities
- Define tester system architecture, requirements, performance models, interfaces, and specifications.
- Own platform architecture across host compute, PCIe topology, high-speed interconnects, DUT interface hardware, power delivery, and rack/module integration.
- Partner with customers and internal teams to shape tester strategy, requirements, and roadmaps.
- Drive hardware designs from concept through delivery supporting component selection, schematic entry/review, high-speed implementation, lab bring-up, system integration, and verification.
- Collaborate across electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver scalable, secure tester systems with quality, performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Modernize existing systems to improve performance, efficiency, reliability, and maintainability.
- Mentor engineers and represent the team in partner and stakeholder technical discussions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering or system-level hardware design.
- Experience with computer architecture, system interfaces, digital/analog hardware, power delivery, and system-level integration.
- Hands-on experience with PCB schematic design/review, BOM development, component selection, board-level tradeoffs, and high-speed hardware considerations including SI/PI, thermal constraints, cost, and manufacturability.
- Familiarity with lab debug equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and protocol analyzers.
- Strong multi-functional interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with PCIe, NVMe, Ethernet, or other high-speed interfaces.
- Experience designing computer systems or hardware platforms such as motherboards, SSD validation test benches, or related system-level hardware.
- Familiarity with SSD validation, qualification, or production/manufacturing test workflows.
- Experience leading technical work or guiding engineering decisions.
- Experience using Linux-based systems.
- Understanding of industry standards such as JEDEC or PCI-SIG.
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$202,000.00 - $344,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. 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.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
INTRODUCTION
Our vision is to transform how the world uses information to enrich life for all.
Micron Technology is a world leader in innovating memory and storage solutions that accelerate the transformation of information into intelligence, inspiring the world to learn, communicate and advance faster than ever.
Department Introduction
The Systems Integration Group (SIG) designs advanced semiconductor memory test equipment that enables next-generation memory technologies. We work across disciplines to build scalable, reliable, high-performance test solutions.
Join the team building SSD tester platforms for tomorrow’s AI infrastructure!
SUMMARY
We are looking for a hands-on hardware systems leader to architect SSD tester equipment platforms. This role focuses on tester hardware architecture and platform-level electrical design, integrating host compute, PCIe interfaces, high-speed interconnects, DUT interface hardware, power delivery, sideband control, firmware/software interfaces, and manufacturing needs into a complete test system.
Responsibilities
- Define tester system architecture, requirements, performance models, interfaces, and specifications.
- Own platform architecture across host compute, PCIe topology, high-speed interconnects, DUT interface hardware, power delivery, and rack/module integration.
- Partner with customers and internal teams to shape tester strategy, requirements, and roadmaps.
- Drive hardware designs from concept through delivery supporting component selection, schematic entry/review, high-speed implementation, lab bring-up, system integration, and verification.
- Collaborate across electrical, mechanical, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver scalable, secure tester systems with quality, performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
- Modernize existing systems to improve performance, efficiency, reliability, and maintainability.
- Mentor engineers and represent the team in partner and stakeholder technical discussions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 7+ years of experience in electrical engineering or system-level hardware design.
- Experience with computer architecture, system interfaces, digital/analog hardware, power delivery, and system-level integration.
- Hands-on experience with PCB schematic design/review, BOM development, component selection, board-level tradeoffs, and high-speed hardware considerations including SI/PI, thermal constraints, cost, and manufacturability.
- Familiarity with lab debug equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and protocol analyzers.
- Strong multi-functional interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with PCIe, NVMe, Ethernet, or other high-speed interfaces.
- Experience designing computer systems or hardware platforms such as motherboards, SSD validation test benches, or related system-level hardware.
- Familiarity with SSD validation, qualification, or production/manufacturing test workflows.
- Experience leading technical work or guiding engineering decisions.
- Experience using Linux-based systems.
- Understanding of industry standards such as JEDEC or PCI-SIG.
The US base salary range that Micron Technology estimates it could pay for this full-time position is:
$202,000.00 - $344,000.00 a year
Additional compensation may include benefits, bonuses and equity.
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target base pay for new hire salaries of the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional job-related factors, including knowledge, skills, experience, tenure and relevant education or training. The pay scale is subject to change depending on business needs. 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.
As a world leader in the semiconductor industry, Micron is dedicated to your personal wellbeing and professional growth. Micron benefits are designed to help you stay well, provide peace of mind and help you prepare for the future. We offer a choice of medical, dental and vision plans in all locations enabling team members to select the plans that best meet their family healthcare needs and budget. Micron also provides benefit programs that help protect your income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury, and paid family leave. Additionally, Micron benefits include a robust paid time-off program and paid holidays. For additional information regarding the Benefit programs available, please see the Benefits Guide posted on micron.com/careers/benefits.
Micron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
To learn more about Micron, please visit micron.com/careers
US Sites Only: To request assistance with the application process and/or for reasonable accommodations, please contact Micron’s People Organization at hrsupport_na@micron.com or 1-800-336-8918 (select option #3)
Micron Prohibits the use of child labor and complies with all applicable laws, rules, regulations, and other international and industry labor standards.
Micron does not charge candidates any recruitment fees or unlawfully collect any other payment from candidates as consideration for their employment with Micron.
AI alert: Candidates are encouraged to use AI tools to enhance their resume and/or application materials. However, all information provided must be accurate and reflect the candidate's true skills and experiences. Misuse of AI to fabricate or misrepresent qualifications will result in immediate disqualification.
Fraud alert: Micron advises job seekers to be cautious of unsolicited job offers and to verify the authenticity of any communication claiming to be from Micron by checking the official Micron careers website in the About Micron Technology, Inc.
Micron Foundation
Strong communities and education are vital to the success of both society and innovative companies. Every Micron site understands the complex needs of their local community. Whether it’s through strategic giving, sponsorships or deploying team member volunteers, we are making a difference.
Sustainability
Micron is committed to sustainable practices and supporting our global community. We are building and maintaining sustainable operations, products, and communities while focusing on opportunities and risks that are most important to our business success and stakeholders.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Hardware Engineer
Align your degree to your hardware discipline
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field matches the hardware role. A computer engineering degree supports an ASIC design role more cleanly than a general EE degree. Document any coursework in digital design, VLSI, or embedded systems to strengthen the specialty occupation argument.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing options
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated labs are cap-exempt H-1B sponsors. Hardware engineers at national labs like Sandia or Lincoln Laboratory can get H-1B approval outside the annual lottery, removing the April registration gamble entirely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter for hardware engineering roles at employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history. Migrate Mate surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by occupation code, so you can see which companies have actively filed for Hardware Engineer positions rather than guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Check prevailing wage level before negotiating salary
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your job zone and metro area. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level I through Level IV wages for your specific SOC code before you receive an offer, so you know the floor the LCA must certify.
Request premium processing if your start date is fixed
USCIS offers 15-business-day adjudication through premium processing. If you're joining a team with a hardware tape-out or product launch deadline, ask your employer to file with premium processing on I-129 to avoid status gaps from standard processing delays.
Clarify patent and publication rights before signing
Hardware engineering offer letters often include broad IP assignment clauses. If you've filed patents on your own time or published IEEE research, negotiate carve-outs before signing. An employer unwilling to negotiate IP terms may also be inflexible on the LCA job duties, which affects your H-1B petition scope.
H-1B Visa Hardware Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Hardware Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS recognizes hardware engineering as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a directly related field. Roles involving chip design, PCB layout, firmware-hardware integration, or embedded systems development consistently meet the specialty occupation standard. If your job description blends hardware with general IT support, ask your employer to tighten the duties language before filing.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for Hardware Engineers?
Semiconductor companies, defense contractors, consumer electronics manufacturers, and automotive OEMs working on embedded systems are among the most active H-1B sponsors for hardware roles. You can find employers with verified LCA filing history for hardware engineering positions on Migrate Mate, which filters by occupation code so you're targeting companies that have actually sponsored these roles, not just ones that claim to.
Can I switch Hardware Engineer jobs while on H-1B without losing status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires and the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification, you can start the new job once USCIS receives the petition. Hardware engineering roles mapped to the same SOC code generally satisfy the same-classification requirement, but verify with your new employer's immigration counsel before your last day.
What documentation should I prepare before a hardware engineering employer files my H-1B?
Gather your academic transcripts and degree certificate, any credential evaluation if your degree is from outside the U.S., professional licenses relevant to your hardware specialty, and a detailed resume listing specific technologies, tools, and projects. If your degree field doesn't directly match the role title, a letter from a credentials evaluator explaining the equivalency strengthens the specialty occupation argument USCIS reviews.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my timeline as a Hardware Engineer?
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for the following October 1 start date. If you're selected in the lottery, your employer has roughly 90 days to file the full I-129 petition. Hardware engineers at cap-exempt employers, including universities and affiliated research labs, can file year-round and skip the lottery entirely. Plan your job search to have an offer in hand before early March if you need the next available cap-subject slot.