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Performance Engineers optimize application speed, scalability, and reliability under load, skills that map cleanly to H-1B visa specialty occupation requirements. Most roles fall under SOC codes tied to software development or systems engineering, making LCA filing and prevailing wage certification straightforward for experienced sponsors.
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When you join Verizon, you want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Customers expect our networks to perform at a high level all the time. That’s where you come in. You will investigate, evaluate and resolve network and data performance issues to ensure efficient and reliable service for our customers. The work you’ll be doing will directly impact customer satisfaction and help keep us ahead of the competition.
- Evaluating service performance trends and isolating root causes of impacted services.
- Performing testing and analyses of relevant key performance indicators.
- Optimizing networks using traditional and innovative means.
- Supporting stakeholder organizations to identify and solve complex problems.
- Identifying processes that can be improved, eliminated or automated.
Physical requirements of the job may include, but are not limited to: climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated areas, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to approximately 65 pounds, pushing, pulling, grasping, twisting/bending, crawling, squatting, or kneeling in small spaces.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You’re tech savvy and well-versed in all things telecommunications. Working independently is as comfortable for you as being part of a team. No stranger to a fast-paced environment, you manage multiple assignments, and competing priorities while staying focused on important deadlines. You can quickly build relationships with a diverse range of people and explain complex technical issues in a way that everyone can understand.
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Three or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- A valid driver's license.
- Ability to report to the designated job site/work location within 45 minutes to one hour of notice to provide rotational on-call coverage.
- Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- A degree.
- Experience in working with high speed wireless technologies.
- Experience in automation/programming and scripting.
- Strong communication skills.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
LOCATION
In this worksite-based role, you'll work onsite at a defined location(s).
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $74,500.00 - $122,000.00.
INTRODUCTION
When you join Verizon, you want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Customers expect our networks to perform at a high level all the time. That’s where you come in. You will investigate, evaluate and resolve network and data performance issues to ensure efficient and reliable service for our customers. The work you’ll be doing will directly impact customer satisfaction and help keep us ahead of the competition.
- Evaluating service performance trends and isolating root causes of impacted services.
- Performing testing and analyses of relevant key performance indicators.
- Optimizing networks using traditional and innovative means.
- Supporting stakeholder organizations to identify and solve complex problems.
- Identifying processes that can be improved, eliminated or automated.
Physical requirements of the job may include, but are not limited to: climbing stairs and ladders, working from elevated areas, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to approximately 65 pounds, pushing, pulling, grasping, twisting/bending, crawling, squatting, or kneeling in small spaces.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You’re tech savvy and well-versed in all things telecommunications. Working independently is as comfortable for you as being part of a team. No stranger to a fast-paced environment, you manage multiple assignments, and competing priorities while staying focused on important deadlines. You can quickly build relationships with a diverse range of people and explain complex technical issues in a way that everyone can understand.
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Three or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through work experience and/or military experience.
- Ability to perform physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- A valid driver's license.
- Ability to report to the designated job site/work location within 45 minutes to one hour of notice to provide rotational on-call coverage.
- Willingness to travel up to approximately 25% of the time.
- Willingness to work rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- A degree.
- Experience in working with high speed wireless technologies.
- Experience in automation/programming and scripting.
- Strong communication skills.
If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.
LOCATION
In this worksite-based role, you'll work onsite at a defined location(s).
SCHEDULED WEEKLY HOURS
40
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION
Our benefits are designed to help you move forward in your career, and in areas of your life outside of Verizon. From health and wellness benefit options including: medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, basic life insurance, supplemental life insurance, AD&D insurance, identity theft protection, pet insurance and group home & auto insurance. We also offer a matched 401(k) savings plan, up to 8 company paid holidays per year and up to 6 personal days per year, paid parental leave, adoption assistance and tuition assistance, plus other incentives, we’ve got you covered with our award-winning total rewards package. Depending on the role, employees have the opportunity to receive compensation in the form of premium pay such as overtime, shift differential, holiday pay, allowances, etc. Newly hired employees receive up to 15 days of vacation per year, which grows with additional service. For part-timers, your coverage will vary as you may be eligible for some of these benefits depending on your individual circumstances.
The salary will vary depending on your location and confirmed job-related skills and experience. This is an incentive based position with the potential to earn more. For part-time roles, your compensation will be adjusted to reflect your hours. The annual salary range for the location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $74,500.00 - $122,000.00.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Performance Engineer
Match your SOC code before applying
Performance Engineer roles get filed under different SOC codes depending on scope. Check the O*NET to confirm whether your work aligns with software developers, systems engineers, or a related classification before your employer files the LCA.
Target employers with load testing infrastructure
Companies running high-traffic platforms, SaaS products, or distributed systems sponsor H-1B Performance Engineers most consistently. Filter on Migrate Mate by LCA filing history to find employers who've sponsored this role before.
Verify your prevailing wage tier early
Run an OFLC Wage Search using your target SOC code and work location before negotiating an offer. Wage Level II or III is typical for mid-senior Performance Engineers, and your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified level.
Document tool-specific expertise on your resume
USCIS requires evidence that the role is a specialty occupation. Listing specific profilers, load testing frameworks, and observability platforms you've used strengthens the employer's petition by tying your degree field directly to the technical duties.
Clarify remote work terms before LCA filing
If you'll work remotely or across multiple offices, your employer must file a separate LCA or amend the existing one for each worksite. Confirm the work location structure with HR before the LCA is submitted to DOL to avoid costly amendments.
Time your start date against cap-gap carefully
If you're on OPT and selected in the H-1B lottery, your cap-gap protection runs through September 30. Negotiate an October 1 start date with your employer so your authorization is uninterrupted when the new fiscal year begins.
H-1B Visa Performance Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Performance Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Performance Engineering requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, which satisfies the USCIS specialty occupation standard. Roles focused on load testing, capacity planning, and system profiling have a well-established filing history under software development and systems engineering SOC codes.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Performance Engineers?
Technology companies, financial services firms, and large e-commerce platforms hire Performance Engineers with H-1B sponsorship most frequently. These employers run high-traffic systems that require dedicated performance work year-round. You can search Migrate Mate to find companies with verified LCA filing history for this role type, filtered by location and industry.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Performance Engineer offers?
Your employer's offered salary must meet the prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location, as certified by DOL on the LCA. Performance Engineers at mid-senior levels typically fall at Wage Level II or III. You can check the applicable wage floor using the OFLC Wage Search before you receive or evaluate a formal offer.
Can a Performance Engineer role support H-1B transfer to a new employer?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, provided your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. The new employer files a fresh LCA and I-129 covering your specific Performance Engineer duties and worksite.
Does remote work create complications for H-1B Performance Engineers?
It can. If you work remotely from a location not listed on your original LCA, your employer may need to post a new LCA notice and update the filing with DOL before you begin work at that location. Full-time remote arrangements across multiple states require careful coordination with HR and your employer's immigration counsel to keep your status compliant.