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Partner Manager roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship under the specialty occupation category, typically requiring a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. Many tech, SaaS, and enterprise software companies file H-1B petitions for this title. The annual cap applies, so timing your job search around the April filing window matters.
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INTRODUCTION
Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the world's most trusted driver. Since its start as the Google Self-Driving Car Project in 2009, Waymo has focused on building the Waymo Driver—The World's Most Experienced Driver™—to improve access to mobility while saving thousands of lives now lost to traffic crashes. The Waymo Driver powers Waymo’s fully autonomous ride-hail service and can also be applied to a range of vehicle platforms and product use cases. The Waymo Driver has provided over ten million rider-only trips, enabled by its experience autonomously driving over 100 million miles on public roads and tens of billions in simulation across 15+ U.S. states.
Waymo Operations exists to deliver the Waymo Driver to the world. We are a global team building and scaling the world's first and leading autonomous fleet and operations platform. From component sourcing to end customer management, we enable and create value for Waymo through scaled and orchestrated deployment of the Waymo Driver. At Waymo, we are dedicated to building a culture that promotes collaboration and celebration. We value our team members' unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences and support and encourage all team members to share their ideas to help Waymo better serve the communities in which we operate.
In this hybrid role, you will report to the Head of Global Fleet Operations.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will:
- Direct the operational rhythm of maintenance partners by leading daily readiness stand-ups and weekly performance reviews to track KPIs, resolve blockers, and ensure accountability for corrective actions.
- Drive partner accountability through rigorous monitoring of performance dashboards and scorecards to identify underperformance trends, deploy corrective actions, and manage centralized cost performance against budget targets.
- Serve as the primary escalation lead by driving end-to-end resolution of vendor issues, utilizing a centralized tracker to identify root causes and implement permanent corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
- Govern operational integrity by maintaining all partner SOPs and playbooks, ensuring strict vendor adherence to the latest Waymo standards through robust change control for all process and tool updates.
- Elevate partner capability by leading comprehensive onboarding and targeted training programs to ensure vendor teams master Waymo’s diagnostic processes, safety standards, and quality expectations.
- Optimize fleet readiness by aligning vendor labor, throughput, and facility capacity with fluctuating demand to mitigate risks and ensure fleet scalability and peak service optimization.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have:
- Experience managing 3rd-party vendors where the work is performed on-site or in specialized facilities, rather than just remote software vendors.
- Proficiency with data visualization tools and the ability to translate "dashboard trends" into "operational reality."
- Experience leading onboarding programs or managing "Change Control" during rapid scaling phases.
- Operational Excellence: A track record of using DMAIC or Kaizen methodologies to reduce waste and improve throughput.
- Familiarity with formal Safety Management Systems and ability to look at maintenance through a lens of risk mitigation and safety culture rather than just mechanical uptime.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
We prefer:
- Background in managing large-scale, high-utilization fleets (e.g., car-sharing, logistics, or aviation maintenance).
- Familiarity with diagnostics, sensor calibration, or complex hardware systems.
Travel requirement:
- 10% of the time
COMPENSATION
The expected base salary range for this full-time position across US locations is listed below. Actual starting pay will be based on job-related factors, including exact work location, experience, relevant training and education, and skill level. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the role location or, if the role can be performed remote, the specific salary range for your preferred location, during the hiring process.
Waymo employees are also eligible to participate in Waymo’s discretionary annual bonus program, equity incentive plan, and generous Company benefits program, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Salary Range: $159,000—$196,000 USD
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Partner Manager
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
Partner Manager positions sometimes get RFEs because USCIS scrutinizes whether the role genuinely requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Document how your duties, such as structuring partner agreements or managing channel revenue, demand specialized business or marketing expertise.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Search the OFLC Wage Search to confirm a prospective employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for Partner Manager or business development titles. Prior LCA filings signal an active H-1B sponsorship infrastructure, reducing the risk of a promising offer collapsing at the HR approval stage.
Build a degree-to-duties narrative now
Gather syllabi, transcripts, or a credential evaluation showing your degree directly maps to Partner Manager responsibilities. USCIS expects a clear theoretical and practical connection between your field of study and the specific duties in your offer letter.
Use Migrate Mate to find verified sponsors
Filter Partner Manager roles by H-1B sponsorship history on Migrate Mate. The platform surfaces employers whose DOL Labor Condition Application filings confirm active sponsorship for this job title, so you're not cold-applying to companies with no H-1B infrastructure.
Clarify the prevailing wage tier in your offer
DOL assigns Partner Manager roles to a wage level based on experience and supervision. Ask your employer which wage level their LCA will certify at Level I through IV, since a mismatch between your offer salary and the certified wage level can trigger a DOL audit after filing.
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Find Partner Manager JobsPartner Manager H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Partner Manager role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, Partner Manager roles generally qualify as specialty occupations because they typically require a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field. USCIS will evaluate whether your specific job duties, such as managing channel partnerships or driving co-sell revenue, require that theoretical and practical expertise. An offer letter that spells out degree-specific responsibilities strengthens the petition.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Partner Manager positions?
Technology companies, SaaS platforms, enterprise software vendors, and cloud services firms sponsor H-1B visas for Partner Manager roles most frequently, since their partnership and channel programs depend on specialized business development expertise. You can identify employers with verified H-1B filing history for this title by browsing Partner Manager listings on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL Labor Condition Application data by role.
Can I change employers while on an H-1B as a Partner Manager?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B transfer petition, provided your original petition has been approved and your status is valid. Your new employer files a new I-129 and LCA specific to the Partner Manager role. You don't need to wait for approval before starting, but don't let your status lapse between jobs.
What happens if my Partner Manager duties change significantly after H-1B approval?
Material changes to your job duties, title, salary, or worksite require your employer to file an amended H-1B petition before the changes take effect. If your role expands from managing one partner tier to overseeing a full channel ecosystem with different responsibilities, USCIS treats that as a new position requiring a new filing. Failing to amend can affect your future immigration filings and status.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Partner Manager H-1B filings?
Before filing your H-1B petition, your employer must obtain a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL confirming your offered salary meets the prevailing wage for Partner Manager in your work location. DOL uses four wage levels based on experience and complexity. Employers use the OFLC Wage Search to determine the applicable wage floor. If your salary falls below the certified level, the LCA won't be approved and the H-1B can't proceed.
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