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Principal DevOps Engineers are among the most consistently sponsored H-1B roles, with employers filing LCAs under SOC codes tied to software development and systems architecture. Sponsorship typically requires a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, and many petitions qualify for premium processing given the seniority of the role.
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We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.
We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a Principal DevOps Engineer and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward. This role will be a hybrid so working between your home office and either our Raleigh NC or Burlington MA office. You must be local to one of them to be considered for candidacy as we can not provide any relocation packages at this time.
We are looking for a Principal DevOps Engineer to join our enablement team and lead the design, evolution, and scaling of our CI/CD platforms and engineering productivity initiatives. This role will drive architectural decisions, standardization, and adoption of modern DevOps and AI practices across multiple product teams.
You will work closely with engineering leadership, architects, and product teams to build secure, scalable, and efficient delivery pipelines that enable continuous development and high-quality releases.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Platform & Architecture
- Define and drive the DevOps platform strategy across CI/CD, build systems, and release engineering
- Architect scalable and resilient pipelines using tools like TeamCity, Jenkins, or similar
- Establish standards for pipeline design, modularity, and reusability
CI/CD & Automation
- Design and implement end-to-end CI/CD pipelines for multiple product lines
- Drive adoption of automation-first practices across build, test, and release workflows
- Optimize build performance, reliability, and scalability
Security & Compliance
- Integrate security practices (SAST, secrets management, dependency scanning) into pipelines
- Define and enforce best practices for secure software delivery
- Ensure alignment with frameworks such as SAMM, SOC2, etc.
Infrastructure & Cloud
- Lead implementation of infrastructure-as-code using tools like:
- Terraform
- Kubernetes
- Ansible
- Manage and optimize cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP)
Developer Productivity
- Improve developer experience by reducing build times and simplifying workflows
- Introduce self-service capabilities for engineering teams
- Drive adoption of modern tooling and best practices
Observability & Reliability
- Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for CI/CD systems
- Ensure high availability and performance of DevOps platforms
Leadership & Influence
- Act as a technical leader and mentor for DevOps and engineering teams
- Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to drive platform decisions
- Influence cross-team adoption of standards and best practices
YOUR BACKGROUND
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
- 8+ years of experience in DevOps, Build Engineering, or Platform Engineering
- Deep expertise in:
- CI/CD tools (TeamCity, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
- Build systems (Gradle, Maven, Ant)
- Strong experience with:
- Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Proficiency in scripting/programming:
- Python, Bash, PowerShell, or Java
ADDITIONALLY, IT WOULD BE BENEFICIAL IF YOU HAVE:
- Secrets management (Akeyless, Vault)
- Artifact repositories (Artifactory, Nexus)
- Security tools (Veracode, Polaris, BlackDuckSonarQube)
- Large-scale enterprise environments
- Multi-product CI/CD ecosystems
- Applied use prompt engineering to effectively leverage AI across the SDLC
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary Range: $163,850 - $185,000
This position is also eligible to participate in our performance-based annual corporate bonus plan. Final base compensation is determined by a number of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, education, demonstrable experience, and allowance for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a robust benefits package, with details below. If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.
WHAT WE OFFER
What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:
- Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan. Tuition Reimbursement program. Additional voluntary benefits including crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, and pet insurance.
- Competitive salary, bonus, and best-in-class Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback
- Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays. A variety of leave plans, including Parental Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee well-being program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
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INTRODUCTION
We are Progress (Nasdaq: PRGS) - the trusted provider of software that enables our customers to develop, deploy and manage responsible, AI-powered applications and experiences with agility and ease.
We’re proud to have a diverse, global team where we value the individual and enrich our culture by considering varied perspectives because we believe people power progress. Join us as a Principal DevOps Engineer and help us do what we do best: propelling business forward. This role will be a hybrid so working between your home office and either our Raleigh NC or Burlington MA office. You must be local to one of them to be considered for candidacy as we can not provide any relocation packages at this time.
We are looking for a Principal DevOps Engineer to join our enablement team and lead the design, evolution, and scaling of our CI/CD platforms and engineering productivity initiatives. This role will drive architectural decisions, standardization, and adoption of modern DevOps and AI practices across multiple product teams.
You will work closely with engineering leadership, architects, and product teams to build secure, scalable, and efficient delivery pipelines that enable continuous development and high-quality releases.
YOUR ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Platform & Architecture
- Define and drive the DevOps platform strategy across CI/CD, build systems, and release engineering
- Architect scalable and resilient pipelines using tools like TeamCity, Jenkins, or similar
- Establish standards for pipeline design, modularity, and reusability
CI/CD & Automation
- Design and implement end-to-end CI/CD pipelines for multiple product lines
- Drive adoption of automation-first practices across build, test, and release workflows
- Optimize build performance, reliability, and scalability
Security & Compliance
- Integrate security practices (SAST, secrets management, dependency scanning) into pipelines
- Define and enforce best practices for secure software delivery
- Ensure alignment with frameworks such as SAMM, SOC2, etc.
Infrastructure & Cloud
- Lead implementation of infrastructure-as-code using tools like:
- Terraform
- Kubernetes
- Ansible
- Manage and optimize cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP)
Developer Productivity
- Improve developer experience by reducing build times and simplifying workflows
- Introduce self-service capabilities for engineering teams
- Drive adoption of modern tooling and best practices
Observability & Reliability
- Implement monitoring, logging, and alerting for CI/CD systems
- Ensure high availability and performance of DevOps platforms
Leadership & Influence
- Act as a technical leader and mentor for DevOps and engineering teams
- Collaborate with architects and senior engineers to drive platform decisions
- Influence cross-team adoption of standards and best practices
YOUR BACKGROUND
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
- 8+ years of experience in DevOps, Build Engineering, or Platform Engineering
- Deep expertise in:
- CI/CD tools (TeamCity, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, etc.)
- Build systems (Gradle, Maven, Ant)
- Strong experience with:
- Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
- Proficiency in scripting/programming:
- Python, Bash, PowerShell, or Java
ADDITIONALLY, IT WOULD BE BENEFICIAL IF YOU HAVE:
- Secrets management (Akeyless, Vault)
- Artifact repositories (Artifactory, Nexus)
- Security tools (Veracode, Polaris, BlackDuckSonarQube)
- Large-scale enterprise environments
- Multi-product CI/CD ecosystems
- Applied use prompt engineering to effectively leverage AI across the SDLC
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary Range: $163,850 - $185,000
This position is also eligible to participate in our performance-based annual corporate bonus plan. Final base compensation is determined by a number of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, education, demonstrable experience, and allowance for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a robust benefits package, with details below. If this sounds like you and fits your experience and career goals, we’d be happy to chat.
WHAT WE OFFER
What we offer in return is the opportunity to experience a great company culture with wonderful colleagues to learn from and collaborate with and also to enjoy:
- Medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and financial benefits (including 401(k) retirement savings plan. Tuition Reimbursement program. Additional voluntary benefits including crucial illness/hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, auto & home insurance, legal, and pet insurance.
- Competitive salary, bonus, and best-in-class Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with a 27-month lookback
- Flexible paid vacation time, paid day off for your birthday, and company holidays. A variety of leave plans, including Parental Leave.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and an employee well-being program focusing on physical, mental, and financial health.
Apply Now!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Principal Devops Engineer
Verify your SOC code before applying
Principal DevOps Engineer roles are filed under varying SOC codes, most commonly Software Developers or Computer Systems Analysts. Check the O*NET occupation profile to confirm which code aligns with your actual duties, since mismatches can trigger an RFE.
Research LCA filing history by employer
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified LCA filings for senior DevOps and infrastructure roles. This shows you which companies have a real sponsorship track record, not just a stated willingness to sponsor.
Benchmark your salary against prevailing wages
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area before salary negotiations. Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and location, and senior-level roles are typically pegged to Wage Level III or IV.
Target companies already enrolled in E-Verify
Employers sponsoring H-1B workers must be enrolled in E-Verify. Asking HR about E-Verify enrollment early in the process is a low-friction way to gauge sponsorship readiness before investing time in later-stage interviews.
Build a specialty occupation documentation file
Gather your job description, degree transcripts, and any certifications showing direct relevance to the Principal DevOps role. USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation claims at senior IC levels, so the degree-to-duties connection needs to be explicit, not implied.
Request premium processing at the I-129 stage
Principal-level roles often come with start dates tied to project timelines. Ask your employer to file Form I-129 with premium processing, which USCIS adjudicates within 15 business days, avoiding delays that can push back your start date by months.
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Find Principal Devops Engineer JobsPrincipal Devops Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Principal DevOps Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field such as computer science, information systems, or software engineering. USCIS evaluates both the job duties and the degree requirement stated in the offer letter. Vague job descriptions that accept any bachelor's degree field are the most common reason USCIS issues an RFE for senior DevOps roles.
Which SOC code do employers typically use when filing an H-1B LCA for a Principal DevOps Engineer?
Most employers file under Software Developers, Quality Assurance Analysts, and Testers (15-1252) or Computer Systems Analysts (15-1211), depending on whether the role emphasizes application development or infrastructure architecture. The SOC code your employer selects directly determines the DOL prevailing wage floor, so it's worth confirming the code before your offer is finalized.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for senior DevOps roles?
Search Migrate Mate to browse Principal DevOps Engineer positions at employers with verified LCA filing history. LCA data from the DOL shows which companies have actually sponsored similar roles, which is a stronger signal than a generic 'we sponsor visas' note in a job posting. Prioritizing these employers significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling through at the sponsorship stage.
Can I switch employers during an active H-1B without restarting the process?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new I-129 petition, provided your previous H-1B was approved and you've been in valid H-1B status. For a Principal DevOps Engineer moving to a new company, your new employer needs to file an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires, and the new LCA must match the scope of your new role.
Is the H-1B cap a concern for a Principal DevOps Engineer already in the U.S. on another visa?
It depends on your current status. If you're moving from OPT or another non-exempt visa, you'll need to go through the H-1B lottery in April unless your new employer is cap-exempt, such as a university or nonprofit research institution. If you already hold an approved H-1B and are transferring to a new employer, the cap doesn't apply and your new employer can file the transfer petition at any time.
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