H-1B Visa Principal Architect Jobs
Principal Architect jobs with H-1B visa sponsorship sit at the intersection of specialty occupation requirements and high employer demand. Roles at this level typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in architecture, engineering, or a closely related field, satisfying USCIS specialty occupation standards. Employers filing an LCA must certify prevailing wages by metro area before your petition moves forward.
See Principal Architect jobs across every visa typeFind H-1B Visa Principal Architect JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 1,298+ Principal Architect jobs
See all 1,298+ Principal Architect Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Principal Architect roles.
Get Access To All JobsWHO WE ARE
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
TOTAL REWARDS
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $160,200 to $178,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
A Principal Solution Architect at Constellation Energy drives technical vision for a business unit IT department or functional area and aligns technical solutions and platforms to the company strategy. Principal Solution Architects must have a broad base of technical and business understanding as well as the attention to detail to transform a strategy into an actionable plan. The successful Architect will demonstrate knowledge to navigate recent technology trends and connect it with the business goals to act as an influencer and change agent, as well as a technical advisor for executive leaders.
A successful Principal Solution Architect will own the IT enablement of the business strategy, accelerate project delivery and improve delivery quality via three primary activities:
- Define Solution Architecture: The Solution Architect will recommend a solution architecture to (1) best meet the goals of the project, (2) align with Constellation's overall strategic technology roadmap, (3) comply with Constellation's technology standards and best practices. The architecture will be documented in Constellation's architecture repository and in other formats (e.g., PowerPoint) to optimize stakeholder communication and understanding, and (4) enable value-added outcomes that align to the business strategy.
- Ownership of the Intersection of Design and Success Criteria: The Solution Architect will collaboratively work with IT and business project teams to understand goals and desired outcomes and use this as a key input to architectural design processes and deliverables.
- The Solution Architect (SA) will remain engaged and support the project design, development, and deployment phases to ensure continuous alignment and Architecture design compliance. SA works closely with enterprise architects, developers, and project managers to identify and assess any risks/mitigations and/or update the architecture deliverables accordingly. SA requires thorough understanding and hands on experience of SDLC methodologies and agile/waterfall project execution models. SA needs to gather and evaluate user and management feedback to iteratively improve the business application landscape.
- The Solution Architect may take a hands-on role working with development teams to ensure the design and implementation of new or upgraded systems. This includes but is not limited to participation on application, data and integration architecture decisions. In addition to project engagement, the SA plays an integral role in the operational effectiveness of the solution and future roadmap discussions with internal and external teams.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Translate business needs into IT solutions & develop portfolio specific strategy and roadmaps. Leverage rigorous design methodologies that consistently yield the right level of technical design documentation and develop technical solutions, which may include custom development and/or extending commercial products, that conform both to customer requirements and solution development standards. Make sure that the solution landscape conforms to Enterprise Architecture framework.
- Review cost and design optimized solutions.
- Ability to act as a key member of the project team and provide leadership to guide application design and development. Assist in problem resolution and support the development team through consultation and problem research.
- Work as equals with engineering/development staff for optimal design/delivery.
- Communicating solution concepts to all levels of management. Establish strong relationships with all stakeholders.
- Own and evangelize governance mechanisms and ensure that architecture deliverables meet/exceed governance standards.
- Proven facilitation, influencing, oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Provide coaching/mentorship for IT personnel. Participate in career development and recognition activities. Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and foster teamwork, collaboration, and a learning organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree (Computer Science or related field) and 8-10 years' experience in IT Architecture
- Strong verbal, written and presentation skills
- 4-6 years of deep software development lifecycle (SDLC) experience with custom developed software and/or commercially available products
- Experience with one or more architecture frameworks
- Strong Deployment Architecture design and implementation experience
- Experience with all elements of change management
- Proven capacity to work independently and manage multiple, competing demands
- Able to take high level requirements and develop software architecture in Google Cloud, Azure, and AWS
- Ability to travel domestically
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree
- Professional IT Architecture education or certification is preferred, but not required
- Experience with Google Cloud, Azure, and AWS
WHO WE ARE
As the largest private-sector power producer in the world and the nation's largest producer of clean and reliable energy, Constellation is focused on our purpose: lighting the way to a brilliant tomorrow for all. We have been the leader in clean energy production for more than a decade, and we are cultivating a workplace where our employees can grow, thrive, and contribute. Now integrated with Calpine, our portfolio includes 55 gigawatts of capacity from nuclear, natural gas, geothermal, hydro, wind and solar facilities, with the generating capacity to power the equivalent of 27 million homes.
Our culture and employee experience make it clear: We are powered by passion and purpose. Together, we're creating healthier communities and a cleaner planet, and our people are the driving force behind our success. At Constellation, you can build a fulfilling career with opportunities to learn, grow and make an impact. By doing our best work and meeting new challenges, we can accomplish great things. Join us in meeting the country's energy needs today and tomorrow.
TOTAL REWARDS
Constellation offers an extensive selection of benefits and rewards to help our employees thrive professionally and personally. We provide competitive compensation and a wide-range of benefits that support both employees and their families, helping them prepare for the future. In addition to highly competitive salaries, eligible employees are offered a bonus program, 401(k) with company match, employee stock purchase program; comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits, including robust wellbeing programs; disability and life insurance benefits; paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick days; and much more.
Expected salary range of $160,200 to $178,000, varies based on experience, along with comprehensive benefits package that includes bonus and 401(k).
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
A Principal Solution Architect at Constellation Energy drives technical vision for a business unit IT department or functional area and aligns technical solutions and platforms to the company strategy. Principal Solution Architects must have a broad base of technical and business understanding as well as the attention to detail to transform a strategy into an actionable plan. The successful Architect will demonstrate knowledge to navigate recent technology trends and connect it with the business goals to act as an influencer and change agent, as well as a technical advisor for executive leaders.
A successful Principal Solution Architect will own the IT enablement of the business strategy, accelerate project delivery and improve delivery quality via three primary activities:
- Define Solution Architecture: The Solution Architect will recommend a solution architecture to (1) best meet the goals of the project, (2) align with Constellation's overall strategic technology roadmap, (3) comply with Constellation's technology standards and best practices. The architecture will be documented in Constellation's architecture repository and in other formats (e.g., PowerPoint) to optimize stakeholder communication and understanding, and (4) enable value-added outcomes that align to the business strategy.
- Ownership of the Intersection of Design and Success Criteria: The Solution Architect will collaboratively work with IT and business project teams to understand goals and desired outcomes and use this as a key input to architectural design processes and deliverables.
- The Solution Architect (SA) will remain engaged and support the project design, development, and deployment phases to ensure continuous alignment and Architecture design compliance. SA works closely with enterprise architects, developers, and project managers to identify and assess any risks/mitigations and/or update the architecture deliverables accordingly. SA requires thorough understanding and hands on experience of SDLC methodologies and agile/waterfall project execution models. SA needs to gather and evaluate user and management feedback to iteratively improve the business application landscape.
- The Solution Architect may take a hands-on role working with development teams to ensure the design and implementation of new or upgraded systems. This includes but is not limited to participation on application, data and integration architecture decisions. In addition to project engagement, the SA plays an integral role in the operational effectiveness of the solution and future roadmap discussions with internal and external teams.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Translate business needs into IT solutions & develop portfolio specific strategy and roadmaps. Leverage rigorous design methodologies that consistently yield the right level of technical design documentation and develop technical solutions, which may include custom development and/or extending commercial products, that conform both to customer requirements and solution development standards. Make sure that the solution landscape conforms to Enterprise Architecture framework.
- Review cost and design optimized solutions.
- Ability to act as a key member of the project team and provide leadership to guide application design and development. Assist in problem resolution and support the development team through consultation and problem research.
- Work as equals with engineering/development staff for optimal design/delivery.
- Communicating solution concepts to all levels of management. Establish strong relationships with all stakeholders.
- Own and evangelize governance mechanisms and ensure that architecture deliverables meet/exceed governance standards.
- Proven facilitation, influencing, oral and written communication and presentation skills.
- Provide coaching/mentorship for IT personnel. Participate in career development and recognition activities. Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion and foster teamwork, collaboration, and a learning organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's Degree (Computer Science or related field) and 8-10 years' experience in IT Architecture
- Strong verbal, written and presentation skills
- 4-6 years of deep software development lifecycle (SDLC) experience with custom developed software and/or commercially available products
- Experience with one or more architecture frameworks
- Strong Deployment Architecture design and implementation experience
- Experience with all elements of change management
- Proven capacity to work independently and manage multiple, competing demands
- Able to take high level requirements and develop software architecture in Google Cloud, Azure, and AWS
- Ability to travel domestically
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's Degree
- Professional IT Architecture education or certification is preferred, but not required
- Experience with Google Cloud, Azure, and AWS
See all 1,298+ H-1B Visa Principal Architect Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new H-1B Visa Principal Architect Jobs.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Principal Architect
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Pull the O*NET profile for your SOC code and confirm your degree field maps directly to the role's listed requirements. USCIS scrutinizes Principal Architect petitions where the degree is in an unrelated discipline, so a close field-to-role match in your documentation reduces RFE risk.
Verify prevailing wages before salary negotiations
Run your target metro area through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Principal Architect roles span wage levels one through four, and your offered salary must meet or exceed the certified LCA wage. Negotiating below that threshold forces the employer to refile.
Target employers with multi-site LCA filing history
If the role involves work across multiple office locations or client sites, confirm the employer is prepared to file a separate certified LCA for each worksite. Firms that routinely place architects on project sites understand this requirement; those that don't may create compliance gaps after you start.
Find sponsors using Migrate Mate's verified filing data
Search Principal Architect roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history by role and location. This cuts out firms that list the title but have no demonstrated track record of sponsoring architecture professionals through USCIS.
Request a cap-exempt employer if the timeline is tight
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning your I-129 petition can be filed any time without entering the annual cap selection process. For experienced Principal Architects, these employers frequently hire at senior levels and sponsor H-1B status year-round.
Clarify portability rights before your six-year limit approaches
If you're on your second three-year H-1B term and an I-140 is approved but a green card isn't yet available, AC21 portability lets you change employers in a substantially similar role without restarting your petition. Confirm the new employer's role qualifies under that standard before resigning.
H-1B Visa Principal Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Principal Architect role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Principal Architect roles typically qualify. USCIS defines specialty occupation as requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as architecture, structural engineering, or urban planning. The employer's job description must reflect degree-level duties throughout; roles that mix unlicensed design tasks with general project management can draw USCIS scrutiny, so the petition's support letter should document the technical complexity of the position clearly.
How do I find Principal Architect employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate lists Principal Architect positions from employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history, so you can focus your search on firms that have already navigated the sponsorship process. DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification also publishes annual LCA disclosure data, which shows which architecture and engineering firms filed certified applications by job title and location in prior years.
What happens to my H-1B status if my employer closes a project site and reassigns me?
Each new primary worksite requires its own certified LCA before you begin working there. If your employer reassigns you to an unlisted location without filing a new LCA, you fall out of compliance even if your I-129 approval remains valid. Flag any site change to HR before it happens, and confirm the LCA amendment is certified and on file at the new location.
Can I switch firms during my H-1B period if I receive a better Principal Architect offer?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you transfer to a new employer once your petition has been approved and you've maintained valid status. The new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires. Because Principal Architect is a specialty occupation with a consistent SOC code, the portability standard is straightforward as long as the new role involves comparable duties.
How long does H-1B status last for a Principal Architect, and can it be extended?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended once for a total of six years. Beyond six years, extensions are available only if you have an approved I-140 immigrant petition or a PERM labor certification that has been pending for 365 days or more. Planning your green card timeline early is important if you intend to remain with the same firm long-term.