H-1B Visa Mobile Engineer Jobs

Mobile Engineer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Employers filing LCAs for mobile roles most often use SOC codes for software developers, so confirming the correct code before your offer letter is signed matters.

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Overview

Open Jobs952+
Work Type76% On-site
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Cushman & Wakefield
Lead Mobile Engineer
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Cushman & Wakefield
Added 1d ago
Lead Mobile Engineer
Cushman & Wakefield
Austin, Texas
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
Software Engineering
$44 - $52/hr
On-Site
High School
10,000+

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Goldman Sachs
Mobile Engineer - Associate / Vice President
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Goldman Sachs
Added 4d ago
Mobile Engineer - Associate / Vice President
Goldman Sachs
Richardson, Texas
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
On-Site
None
10,000+

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SeatGeek
Senior Mobile Engineer
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SeatGeek
Added 1w ago
Senior Mobile Engineer
SeatGeek
Remote
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
$144k - $209k/yr
Hybrid
None

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EarnIn
Senior Mobile Engineer
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EarnIn
Added 1w ago
Senior Mobile Engineer
EarnIn
Mountain View, California
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
$228k - $279k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
201-500

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Jobot
Mobile Engineer
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Jobot
Added 1w ago
Mobile Engineer
Jobot
Santa Monica, California
Software Engineering
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
$170k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's

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Tips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Mobile Engineer

Confirm your SOC code before signing

Mobile Engineer roles are typically filed under software developer SOC codes, but some employers use computer systems analyst codes instead. The SOC code determines your prevailing wage level, so verify it with your employer before the LCA is submitted to DOL.

Check LCA wage levels against OFLC data

Use OFLC Wage Search to look up prevailing wages for your specific SOC code and work location before negotiating your offer. A Level I wage on your LCA can complicate renewals if your responsibilities grow into a Level II or III role.

Target employers with cap-exempt filing history

Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations are cap-exempt and can file your H-1B petition any time of year. Mobile engineering roles exist at these institutions, and cap-exempt status eliminates lottery risk entirely.

Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate

Filter Mobile Engineer openings by employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. This lets you target companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for your specific role type, not just employers who claim they sponsor.

Prepare an O*NET-aligned job description early

USCIS scrutinizes whether mobile engineering duties qualify as a specialty occupation. Using O*NET to align your job description to published competency and degree requirements for software developer roles before your employer drafts the I-129 strengthens the petition.

Account for the 60-day grace period when switching roles

If you leave a mobile engineering role, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer and have them file an H-1B transfer petition. Start the new employer's LCA filing immediately since DOL certification alone takes up to seven business days.

H-1B Visa Mobile Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Mobile Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Yes, Mobile Engineer roles qualify as specialty occupations when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the specific job duties, not just the title, so your employer's job description must demonstrate that a relevant degree is a standard industry requirement for the role, not merely preferred.

Which SOC code should my employer use when filing an H-1B LCA for a Mobile Engineer position?

Most H-1B petitions for Mobile Engineers are filed under SOC 15-1252 (Software Developers) or occasionally 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other). The correct code affects the prevailing wage your employer must certify on the LCA, so confirm the SOC assignment with your employer before DOL submission. A mismatch between your actual duties and the filed SOC code can trigger a Request for Evidence from USCIS.

How do I find employers who have actually sponsored H-1B visas for Mobile Engineers?

You can search Migrate Mate to filter Mobile Engineer openings by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history specific to software and mobile development roles. This is more reliable than filtering by employers who self-report sponsorship willingness, since it draws directly from DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data showing actual past filings.

Can my employer file an H-1B transfer for a Mobile Engineer role at any time of year?

H-1B transfers are not subject to the annual cap if you're already in valid H-1B status, so your new employer can file a portability petition any time. You can start the new Mobile Engineer role as soon as the transfer petition is received by USCIS, without waiting for approval, as long as you were in lawful H-1B status when the petition was filed.

What happens to my H-1B status if the company that sponsored me for a Mobile Engineer role does layoffs?

You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to secure a new H-1B sponsor or transition to another status. During this window you can't work, but a new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition and you can begin working once USCIS receives it. USCIS does not automatically terminate your status the day you're laid off, but the 60-day clock starts immediately.