H-1B Visa ML Software Engineer Jobs
ML Software Engineer roles sit squarely inside H-1B specialty occupation territory, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, or a closely related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions for these positions must certify prevailing wages through a DOL Labor Condition Application before USCIS adjudicates the petition.
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Location:
San Jose
Team:
Technology
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Code:
A143350B
Responsibilities:
- Convert and compile ML models for execution on edge NPUs, and apply quantization mechanisms.
- Profile and analyze model performance and power consumption on simulators, emulators, and silicon platforms.
- Identify bottlenecks related to compute, memory bandwidth, data movement, and scheduling.
- Apply hardware-aware optimization strategies, such as quantization, compression and operator fusion, to meet latency, memory and power targets.
- Work closely with algorithm, compiler, firmware and hardware teams to debug functional and performance issues.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 3+ years of industry experience in machine learning software engineering, model deployment, or ML systems for production environments.
- Strong understanding of deep learning architectures, including CNNs and Transformers.
- Knowledge of ML accelerators' architectures, operator fusion, memory hierarchies, and data movements.
- Practical experience with popular ML frameworks, like PyTorch / TensorFlow.
- Proficiency in Python and C/C++.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of industry experience in machine learning software engineering, model deployment, or ML systems for production environments.
- Understanding of model inference constraints on edge devices, including latency, power, and accuracy trade-offs and optimization techniques.
- Understanding of quantization techniques, such as PTQ and QAT.
COMPENSATION
- The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $212800 - $450000 annually.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
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Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
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Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
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Exercising sound judgment.
About Pico
Founded in April 2015, Pico is a VR company committed to developing immersive and interactive VR experiences for people around the world. Pico also provides tailor-made solutions for our enterprise clients in the fields of education and healthcare.
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As ByteDancers, we strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our Company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
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ByteDance is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At ByteDance, our mission is to inspire creativity and enrich life. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a ML Software Engineer
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree field directly relates to ML engineering. A computer science or statistics degree maps cleanly. A business degree with self-taught ML skills often triggers a Request for Evidence, so document every relevant coursework and certification upfront.
Search LCA filing history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filings for ML and software engineering roles. This surfaces companies that have already cleared DOL certification for these positions, not just those with a vague sponsorship policy.
Target cap-exempt employers to skip the lottery
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning they can file your H-1B petition any time without entering the annual lottery. ML roles in academic AI labs and federally funded research centers qualify under this path.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating your offer
Run your job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your offered wage must meet at least Level I prevailing wage. Accepting below the certified wage level forces your employer to refile the LCA, delaying your petition.
Request premium processing if your start date is tight
USCIS offers premium processing for H-1B petitions, guaranteeing a decision within 15 business days. For ML roles with offers tied to project kickoffs or fiscal-year headcount, this prevents your start date from slipping past the October 1 cap-subject effective date.
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Find ML Software Engineer JobsML Software Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an ML Software Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. ML Software Engineer roles consistently qualify as specialty occupations because they require theoretical and applied knowledge in computer science, statistics, or a related technical field at the bachelor's level or higher. USCIS evaluates the actual job duties, not just the title. If your role involves model training, deployment pipelines, or algorithmic research, the specialty occupation standard is typically met. Employers should document the degree requirement explicitly in the petition.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for ML roles?
The most reliable method is reviewing DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data, which shows which employers have filed for ML and software engineering positions. Migrate Mate filters this data by occupation so you can identify companies with verified H-1B filing history for roles matching your background, rather than relying on employer self-reporting in job postings.
Can I use my STEM OPT cap-gap to keep working if I'm selected in the H-1B lottery?
Yes, if you're on a valid F-1 STEM OPT extension when your H-1B petition is filed and selected, cap-gap automatically extends your work authorization through September 30 of that year. Your employer must have a timely filed, approved petition pending. If USCIS issues a Request for Evidence, your cap-gap period continues while the response is pending.
What happens to my H-1B if my ML role shifts from software engineering to a research or management track?
A material change in job duties, location, or employer entity requires an amended H-1B petition. Moving from an individual contributor ML engineer role to a pure managerial position can raise specialty occupation concerns if the new duties no longer require a specific technical degree. Your employer should file an amendment before the role change takes effect, not after.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect H-1B sponsorship for ML Software Engineers?
Your employer must certify through a DOL Labor Condition Application that your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for your occupation, level, and geographic area. Prevailing wage is determined using O*NET occupation codes and wage data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics or an employer-submitted private survey. If the certified wage falls below your actual offer, the LCA still controls the minimum floor USCIS expects to see in the petition.
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