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Principal Solutions Engineers sit at the intersection of deep technical expertise and enterprise sales, making them strong H-1B visa candidates when the role requires a specific engineering or computer science degree. Many employers in cloud infrastructure, SaaS, and enterprise software have active H-1B filing histories for this title.
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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
You’ll be using your technical expertise and sales skills to help develop complex wireless and networking solutions for our customers. You’ll provide customer training and advisement, conducting needs analyses, developing appropriate solutions, and executing on new solutions. You’ll present the roadmap and vision for these solutions to leadership. We are constantly innovating to bring the best cutting-edge technologies to our customers to enable them to work faster and smarter and you can be part of the team to make this happen.
- Developing and owning proposals and long term customer strategies.
- Translating customer business issues/opportunities and designing complex solutions.
- Presenting proposed architectures and business outcomes to leadership.
- Providing security development and integration across platforms.
- Managing teams cross-organizationally to develop and implement customer solutions.
- Design modern global private 5G connectivity solutions including complex private core and edge compute as features and capabilities that help customers meet their expressed business outcomes.
- Manage highly complex neutral host and private network designs across Enterprise & Public Sector.
- Present 5G connectivity solutions and strategies to senior management and stakeholders virtually and in person.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
- Four or more years of experience in Architecture design and implementation.
- Direct experience working with wireless network integrators and RAN OEMs like Nokia, Ericsson, Samsung, Celona, Solid and Airspan.
- Experience project managing complex solutions through implementation.
- Knowledge of 5G.
- Knowledge of LTE, IoT.
- IP Data Networking experience (routing, switching, load balancing, high availability, etc).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering.
- Two or more years of experience developing and implementing business strategies.
- Two or more years of experience incorporating design thinking into problem solving.
- Software development experience using Shell, Expect, Perl, Python or JavaScript.
- Certifications: Award Solutions – RR Solutions coursework, CCIE, CISSP, CCENT, CompTIA Network+, Wireless Recognized Certifications, OEM (Ex: Cisco, CradlePoint), CompTIA Security+, Cloud Provider.
- Experience with Software Defined Networking and Virtual Network Services.
- Technical expertise with some major technology companies such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Riverbed, Fortinet.
LOCATION
In this mobile role, you'll primarily work from customer or field location(s), with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings.
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: $124,500.00 - $239,000.00.
The annual salary range for the Colorado location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $137,000.00 - $239,000.00.
The annual salary range for the Illinois location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $137,000.00 - $239,000.00.
The annual salary range for the New York location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $137,000.00 - $239,000.00.
INTRODUCTION
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
You’ll be using your technical expertise and sales skills to help develop complex wireless and networking solutions for our customers. You’ll provide customer training and advisement, conducting needs analyses, developing appropriate solutions, and executing on new solutions. You’ll present the roadmap and vision for these solutions to leadership. We are constantly innovating to bring the best cutting-edge technologies to our customers to enable them to work faster and smarter and you can be part of the team to make this happen.
- Developing and owning proposals and long term customer strategies.
- Translating customer business issues/opportunities and designing complex solutions.
- Presenting proposed architectures and business outcomes to leadership.
- Providing security development and integration across platforms.
- Managing teams cross-organizationally to develop and implement customer solutions.
- Design modern global private 5G connectivity solutions including complex private core and edge compute as features and capabilities that help customers meet their expressed business outcomes.
- Manage highly complex neutral host and private network designs across Enterprise & Public Sector.
- Present 5G connectivity solutions and strategies to senior management and stakeholders virtually and in person.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You’ll need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.
- Six or more years of relevant experience required, demonstrated through one or a combination of work and/or military experience, or specialized training.
- Four or more years of experience in Architecture design and implementation.
- Direct experience working with wireless network integrators and RAN OEMs like Nokia, Ericsson, Samsung, Celona, Solid and Airspan.
- Experience project managing complex solutions through implementation.
- Knowledge of 5G.
- Knowledge of LTE, IoT.
- IP Data Networking experience (routing, switching, load balancing, high availability, etc).
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Even better if you have one or more of the following:
- A degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering.
- Two or more years of experience developing and implementing business strategies.
- Two or more years of experience incorporating design thinking into problem solving.
- Software development experience using Shell, Expect, Perl, Python or JavaScript.
- Certifications: Award Solutions – RR Solutions coursework, CCIE, CISSP, CCENT, CompTIA Network+, Wireless Recognized Certifications, OEM (Ex: Cisco, CradlePoint), CompTIA Security+, Cloud Provider.
- Experience with Software Defined Networking and Virtual Network Services.
- Technical expertise with some major technology companies such as Cisco, Palo Alto, Riverbed, Fortinet.
LOCATION
In this mobile role, you'll primarily work from customer or field location(s), with occasional visits to a Verizon location for in-person training and meetings.
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: $124,500.00 - $239,000.00.
The annual salary range for the Colorado location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $137,000.00 - $239,000.00.
The annual salary range for the Illinois location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $137,000.00 - $239,000.00.
The annual salary range for the New York location(s) listed on this job requisition based on a full-time schedule is: $137,000.00 - $239,000.00.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Principal Solutions Engineer
Map your degree to the SOC code
Principal Solutions Engineer roles often map to SOC code 15-1299 or 15-1251. Confirm your degree field aligns with the specific occupation USCIS will evaluate, since a mismatch between your credential and the SOC code is a common RFE trigger.
Pull prevailing wage data before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up Level III and Level IV wages for your target metro area before you enter salary discussions. Your offer must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage the employer certifies on the LCA.
Target employers with cap-exempt affiliations
Some enterprise software and research-adjacent firms have affiliations with universities or nonprofits that qualify them as cap-exempt filers. A cap-exempt employer can file your H-1B petition any time of year, bypassing the April lottery entirely.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Principal Solutions Engineer roles by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history using Migrate Mate. This narrows your search to companies that have already navigated the sponsorship process for this specific occupation code.
Clarify the specialty occupation case before accepting
Ask the recruiter whether a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field is listed as a minimum requirement in the job description, not just preferred. USCIS will scrutinize the job posting itself when evaluating specialty occupation status for solutions engineering roles.
Time your start date around premium processing
If your employer files after April 1 for an October 1 start, standard processing can run several months. Confirm whether your employer will use USCIS premium processing so you and your manager can plan onboarding and project assignments without ambiguity.
H-1B Visa Principal Solutions Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Principal Solutions Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the job description is written. USCIS requires the role to mandate a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field as a minimum requirement, not just a preference. Principal Solutions Engineer positions that require a computer science, engineering, or information systems degree typically qualify, but broadly worded postings that accept any bachelor's degree can draw an RFE. The O*NET profile for this occupation supports specialty occupation status when the technical requirements are clearly documented.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most often for this role?
Cloud infrastructure, enterprise SaaS, cybersecurity, and networking hardware companies are the most active H-1B sponsors for Principal Solutions Engineer titles, based on DOL LCA disclosure data. These employers regularly certify LCAs for senior-level technical sales and implementation roles. You can browse employers with verified H-1B filing history for this occupation on Migrate Mate.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer if I change solutions engineering roles?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as your transfer petition is filed, without waiting for approval, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained valid status. Your new employer files a new I-129 petition and LCA reflecting the updated role, title, and worksite. If the role or location changes materially, an amended petition may also be required.
How does remote or multi-site work affect my H-1B as a solutions engineer?
Solutions engineers often work across multiple client sites or from home, which creates LCA compliance obligations. Your employer must file a new LCA or an amended H-1B petition if you're working at a location not covered by the original filing. Short-term placements under 60 days may qualify for a short-term placement exception, but sustained remote work in a different metro area requires a new LCA certified at the prevailing wage for that location.
What documentation should I gather before my employer starts the H-1B filing?
Provide your employer with your transcripts, degree certificates, and any credential evaluations if your degree is from outside the U.S. A degree evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. bachelor's in a relevant technical field is especially important for three-year international degrees. Also prepare a detailed description of your day-to-day duties, since USCIS will assess whether the actual work performed requires a specific technical degree, not just the job title.