H-1B Visa Java Backend Engineer Jobs
Java Backend Engineers are among the most consistently sponsored H-1B occupations, with employers filing LCAs under SOC codes for software developers and software quality assurance analysts. Roles requiring Java, Spring Boot, and microservices expertise regularly meet the specialty occupation threshold USCIS uses to approve petitions.
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Looking for a highly motivated Java Backend Data Engineer responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the operational and analytical capability in FI's data platforms. The work involves solution design, data analysis, end to end development, production rollout, and production support activities using Java Spring Batch, Python, AWS, Oracle, and Snowflake. The role will be involved in projects centered around maintaining and improving the quality of financial product information brought into our data ecosystem that will provide value to our compensation, sales, and reporting users. The role will be positioned as a more senior developer within a single squad.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The skillset aligns with a Java backend data engineer. Top 3 required skills are Spring Batch, AWS, and SQL (Oracle, Snowflake).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a technology related field (e.g. Engineering, Computer Science, etc.) required with 5+ years of working experience
- 10+ years of Java development utilizing Spring frameworks. Experience writing batch jobs with Spring Batch is a must
- 2+ years of experience developing batch / backend applications that run in AWS, with focus on AWS Batch and S3
- 3+ years working with SQL (ANSI SQL, Oracle, Snowflake)
- 1+ years of Python development
- Experience with Unix shell scripting (bash, ksh) and scheduling / orchestration tools (Control-M)
- Strong data modeling skills with experience working with 3NF and Star Schema data models
- Proven data analysis skills; not afraid to work in a complex data ecosystem
- Hands-on experience on SQL query optimization and tuning to improve performance is desirable
- Experience with DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (Jenkins, Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Experience in Agile methodologies (SCRUM)
- Experience building and deploying containerized applications using Docker
- Work experience in the financial services industry is a plus
- Proven track record to handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced environment, either independently or in a collaborative manner
- Good interpersonal skills to work with multiple teams within the business unit and across the organization
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Passion and intellectually curiosity to learn new technologies and business areas
- Working with our business partners to enhance their user experience and provide them curated data to help them drive business results more effectively
- Enhancing data quality of financial product information in our systems that has large impact on sales, compensation, and reporting business users
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND DURATION
- Minimum Compensation: USD 40,000
- Maximum Compensation: USD 142,000
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.
INTRODUCTION
Looking for a highly motivated Java Backend Data Engineer responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the operational and analytical capability in FI's data platforms. The work involves solution design, data analysis, end to end development, production rollout, and production support activities using Java Spring Batch, Python, AWS, Oracle, and Snowflake. The role will be involved in projects centered around maintaining and improving the quality of financial product information brought into our data ecosystem that will provide value to our compensation, sales, and reporting users. The role will be positioned as a more senior developer within a single squad.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The skillset aligns with a Java backend data engineer. Top 3 required skills are Spring Batch, AWS, and SQL (Oracle, Snowflake).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a technology related field (e.g. Engineering, Computer Science, etc.) required with 5+ years of working experience
- 10+ years of Java development utilizing Spring frameworks. Experience writing batch jobs with Spring Batch is a must
- 2+ years of experience developing batch / backend applications that run in AWS, with focus on AWS Batch and S3
- 3+ years working with SQL (ANSI SQL, Oracle, Snowflake)
- 1+ years of Python development
- Experience with Unix shell scripting (bash, ksh) and scheduling / orchestration tools (Control-M)
- Strong data modeling skills with experience working with 3NF and Star Schema data models
- Proven data analysis skills; not afraid to work in a complex data ecosystem
- Hands-on experience on SQL query optimization and tuning to improve performance is desirable
- Experience with DevOps, Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery (Jenkins, Terraform, CloudFormation)
- Experience in Agile methodologies (SCRUM)
- Experience building and deploying containerized applications using Docker
- Work experience in the financial services industry is a plus
- Proven track record to handle ambiguity and work in a fast-paced environment, either independently or in a collaborative manner
- Good interpersonal skills to work with multiple teams within the business unit and across the organization
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Passion and intellectually curiosity to learn new technologies and business areas
- Working with our business partners to enhance their user experience and provide them curated data to help them drive business results more effectively
- Enhancing data quality of financial product information in our systems that has large impact on sales, compensation, and reporting business users
COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND DURATION
- Minimum Compensation: USD 40,000
- Maximum Compensation: USD 142,000
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 Java Backend Engineer
Verify your role qualifies as specialty occupation
Java Backend Engineer roles must require a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. Check the O*NET profile for your SOC code to confirm the degree requirement before applying, since USCIS scrutinizes generic software titles more than specialized ones.
Search LCA filings before targeting employers
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B LCA filing history for backend engineering roles. This cuts out companies that have never sponsored, so you're not discovering a dead end after three rounds of interviews.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating offers
Run your prospective job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search to identify your prevailing wage level. Employers must certify your offered salary meets at least Level I, and knowing your tier before negotiations prevents last-minute petition complications.
Flag microservices and cloud skills on your resume
USCIS RFEs on Java Backend petitions often challenge whether the role is sufficiently specialized. A resume that names specific technologies like Kubernetes, Kafka, or AWS signals a degree-required specialty occupation and gives your employer stronger grounds to document the petition.
Track your cap-gap window if on OPT
If your OPT expires before October 1 and your H-1B petition is selected in the lottery, the cap-gap rule extends your work authorization automatically. Your employer's I-129 receipt notice is what keeps you authorized, so confirm USCIS receives it before your EAD expires.
Request premium processing for time-sensitive start dates
Standard H-1B adjudication can run several months. If your start date or project timeline is fixed, ask your employer to file Form I-907 for premium processing, which USCIS commits to adjudicating within 15 business days.
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Does a Java Backend Engineer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Java Backend Engineer roles typically qualify as H-1B specialty occupations because they require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge in software engineering or computer science. USCIS evaluates the job duties and the employer's stated degree requirement, so the job description should specify a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, not just a preferred qualification.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for backend engineers?
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history filtered by role, so you can see which companies have sponsored backend engineering positions before. This avoids wasting time on employers who have no history of sponsoring technical roles, which is a common and costly mistake for H-1B job seekers.
Can I switch employers mid-H-1B if I find a better Java role?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you change employers once your petition has been pending for at least 180 days, as long as your new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. Your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, and you can start working as soon as USCIS receives it, without waiting for approval.
What is the H-1B cap and does it affect Java Backend Engineer jobs?
The H-1B annual cap is 85,000 visas, including 20,000 reserved for U.S. master's degree holders. Most private-sector Java Backend Engineer positions are subject to this cap, which means selection through the annual lottery in March. Employers at universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government entities are cap-exempt and can file outside the lottery window.
What should I expect from the H-1B petition process as a Java Backend Engineer?
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL first, certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing wage for your role and location. Once certified, they file Form I-129 with USCIS. Standard processing runs several months, though premium processing is available for faster adjudication. Your employer covers mandatory USCIS fees; any arrangement shifting those fees to you violates DOL regulations.
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