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Linux Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. Employers file an LCA with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the annual H-1B visa cap with a lottery applies unless your employer is cap-exempt.
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Get Access To All JobsLocation: Onsite 3 days a wk; Hybrid – Office location is Chandler AZ
Required Pay Scale: $65-70hr W2
Due to client requirements this role is only open to USC or GC candidates
The Linux Engineer’s role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all networked software and associated operating systems. The Systems Engineer will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
Role Objectives
- Collaborate with IT operations teams to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
- Familiarity with event management and general monitoring tools and concepts.
- Work with executive team members, decision makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues.
- Design and deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, operating systems, and monitoring solutions.
- Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems management in making implementation decisions.
- Run reports and maintain integrity of the data collected and reported by general ITSM tools.
- Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
- Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.
- Create reports for the ITSM and IS management to support upgrades, capacity planning and audit needs.
- Create and maintain documentation for ITSM user guides.
Must Haves:
- Linux expertise skills both build engineering and strong triage skills.
- System engineer who builds and designs applications on containers, monitors them, monitors performance, load balances, knows multi-layer Java application - UI, middle tier, database, upstream and downstream, integrated applications/multi-layer applications.
- Production support background.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Combined experience of 5 years or more should include OpenShift container skills, cloud skills (Azure or AWS) and must also have middleware engineering skills.
- Experience with any scripting language.
- Experience working with Unix/Linux OS and shell scripting.
- Experience in Unix or Linux systems administration a plus.
- Experience with enterprise scale monitoring systems like Logic Monitor a plus.
- Experience with ticketing tools like ServiceNow.
- Knowledge of structured logging a plus.
About Matlen Silver
Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at info@matlensilver.com // 908-393-8600.
Location: Onsite 3 days a wk; Hybrid – Office location is Chandler AZ
Required Pay Scale: $65-70hr W2
Due to client requirements this role is only open to USC or GC candidates
The Linux Engineer’s role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all networked software and associated operating systems. The Systems Engineer will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
Role Objectives
- Collaborate with IT operations teams to ensure smooth and reliable operation of software and systems for fulfilling business objectives and processes.
- Familiarity with event management and general monitoring tools and concepts.
- Work with executive team members, decision makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues.
- Design and deploy new applications and enhancements to existing applications, software, operating systems, and monitoring solutions.
- Perform cost-benefit and return on investment analyses for proposed systems management in making implementation decisions.
- Run reports and maintain integrity of the data collected and reported by general ITSM tools.
- Conduct research on software and systems products to justify recommendations and to support purchasing efforts.
- Interact and negotiate with vendors, outsourcers, and contractors to secure system-related products and services.
- Create reports for the ITSM and IS management to support upgrades, capacity planning and audit needs.
- Create and maintain documentation for ITSM user guides.
Must Haves:
- Linux expertise skills both build engineering and strong triage skills.
- System engineer who builds and designs applications on containers, monitors them, monitors performance, load balances, knows multi-layer Java application - UI, middle tier, database, upstream and downstream, integrated applications/multi-layer applications.
- Production support background.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
- Combined experience of 5 years or more should include OpenShift container skills, cloud skills (Azure or AWS) and must also have middleware engineering skills.
- Experience with any scripting language.
- Experience working with Unix/Linux OS and shell scripting.
- Experience in Unix or Linux systems administration a plus.
- Experience with enterprise scale monitoring systems like Logic Monitor a plus.
- Experience with ticketing tools like ServiceNow.
- Knowledge of structured logging a plus.
About Matlen Silver
Experience Matters. Let your experience be driven by our experience. For more than 40 years, Matlen Silver has delivered solutions for complex talent and technology needs to Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders. Led by hard work, honesty, and a trusted team of experts, we can say that Matlen Silver technology has created a solutions experience and legacy of success that is the difference in the way the world works.
Matlen Silver is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.
If you are a person with a disability needing assistance with the application or at any point in the hiring process, please contact us at email and/or phone at info@matlensilver.com // 908-393-8600.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Linux Engineer
Map your degree to Linux Engineer SOC codes
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to the role. Pull the O*NET profile for Systems Software Engineers or Network and Computer Systems Administrators to confirm which SOC codes align with your specific Linux duties before employers file.
Target cap-exempt employers for faster H-1B filing
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government entities can file H-1B petitions outside the annual lottery cap year-round. Linux Engineers placed at these organizations through qualifying arrangements may also qualify for cap-exempt status.
Search H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter for Linux Engineer roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filings through Migrate Mate. Prioritizing employers with consistent filing history shortens your research phase and surfaces roles where sponsorship is already built into the hiring process.
Check prevailing wage levels before negotiating offers
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role, location, and experience level. Run your job title and metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer to confirm the posted salary meets Level I through IV thresholds.
Document Linux certifications as specialty occupation evidence
Red Hat Certified Engineer, Linux Foundation certifications, and equivalent credentials strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your I-129 petition. Gather certificates, transcripts, and any employer attestations showing a degree-level requirement for the specific Linux systems work you'll perform.
Time contract-to-hire roles against H-1B registration windows
USCIS opens H-1B registration each March for the following fiscal year starting October 1. If you're on OPT in a contract or C2C Linux role, confirm your permanent employer can file before your OPT or cap-gap authorization expires.
H-1B Visa Linux Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Linux Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, information technology, or electrical engineering. Roles that accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field can face RFEs from USCIS. Your employer's job description should specify the degree field requirement explicitly, and the O*NET profile for the role supports the specialty occupation argument.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Linux Engineers most consistently?
Cloud infrastructure companies, financial services firms, defense contractors, and enterprise technology vendors with dedicated Linux or DevOps teams file H-1B petitions regularly for these roles. Employers enrolled in E-Verify and those with existing Linux infrastructure headcount are practical starting points. Browse verified H-1B filing history by employer and role on Migrate Mate to narrow your search.
How does the H-1B prevailing wage requirement apply to Linux Engineer positions?
DOL requires your employer to certify on the LCA that your wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the occupation, experience level, and geographic area. Linux Engineers classified under Systems Software Engineers typically fall into Level II or Level III wage tiers depending on seniority. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up current prevailing wage rates for your specific metro area before evaluating any offer.
Can a Linux Engineer change employers mid-H-1B without losing status?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once the new I-129 petition is filed and receipted, as long as your previous H-1B was approved, you're in valid status, and you're moving to a same or similar occupational classification. Linux Engineer roles typically stay within the same SOC group, which supports a portability argument, but your new employer must still file a new LCA and petition.
Does Linux certification or experience substitute for a bachelor's degree on an H-1B petition?
USCIS allows three years of specialized work experience to substitute for one year of formal education toward the equivalent of a four-year degree. For a Linux Engineer without a bachelor's degree, you'd generally need at least 12 years of directly relevant experience. Professional certifications like Red Hat Certified Engineer can support the equivalency argument but don't replace the experience-to-education calculation USCIS applies.