H-1B Visa Senior Application Developer Jobs
Senior Application Developer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-cap lottery runs each April for October 1 start dates.
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We are looking for a highly motivated, collaborative, goal-oriented, and creative problem solver to join a team of international experts supporting internal home-grown and third-party applications, who can work cross-functionally with internal customers, business analysts, and technical teams to understand, support, and deliver on business needs. This senior application developer will design and develop applications for use by InterSystems staff and its customers by exploiting rapid application development features in the InterSystems products. What will you get out of this? The chance to be part of a mentorship-focused, friendly, supportive, close-knit team of technology professionals who love solving hard problems and delighting our users within the company and within our customer base.
Responsibilities
- Work with internal users and capture needs for creating new applications as well as extending and enhancing current applications.
- Create and deploy new functionality and applications for use by InterSystems staff and their customers by exploiting the full power of the company’s products.
- Document the code and generate appropriate user documentation.
- Work closely with product developers to apply newly introduced InterSystems IRIS features to new and existing applications.
- Provide continuous feedback to the product development group regarding the new features in the product.
- Provide technical customer support and consultation service related to product installation and application.
- Assist in integrating company’s various applications.
- Assume additional responsibilities as requested.
- Manage projects; initiate and drive multiple workflows to successful completion with strong communication and collaboration.
- Support Integrations with legacy systems and other internal Applications.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills / Qualifications
- Have at least 4 of the following 7 requirements:
- Experience in developing for multiple operating system environments including both Windows and Unix.
- Experience with a variety of user interface implementation approaches.
- Demonstrable competence in XML, XSL, SOAP, Web Services, eCommerce, HTML, JavaScript.
- Demonstrate competence in designing modern web applications based on REST and Angular.
- Experience with Object Oriented design and development.
- Familiarity with InterSystems IRIS, Caché, or Ensemble.
- Have contributed substantially to the deployment of an application-rich intranet or extranet.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desired Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in a technical field or STEM.
- 4+ years of experience in a full stack development role.
- Process improvement and/or program and project management background is a plus, preferably in a software or other technology company.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. InterSystems is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
InterSystems is providing a current good faith estimate of the anticipated base salary range for this position depending on a variety of factors including experience, education, skills, and performance. Other compensation may include a discretionary annual variable target incentive. The company also provides generous employee benefits including:
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) Profit Sharing Contribution
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
The estimated base compensation range for this role is: $108,000—$136,000 USD
ABOUT INTERSYSTEMS
InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability, speed, and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978, InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 24×7 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide.
INTRODUCTION
We are looking for a highly motivated, collaborative, goal-oriented, and creative problem solver to join a team of international experts supporting internal home-grown and third-party applications, who can work cross-functionally with internal customers, business analysts, and technical teams to understand, support, and deliver on business needs. This senior application developer will design and develop applications for use by InterSystems staff and its customers by exploiting rapid application development features in the InterSystems products. What will you get out of this? The chance to be part of a mentorship-focused, friendly, supportive, close-knit team of technology professionals who love solving hard problems and delighting our users within the company and within our customer base.
Responsibilities
- Work with internal users and capture needs for creating new applications as well as extending and enhancing current applications.
- Create and deploy new functionality and applications for use by InterSystems staff and their customers by exploiting the full power of the company’s products.
- Document the code and generate appropriate user documentation.
- Work closely with product developers to apply newly introduced InterSystems IRIS features to new and existing applications.
- Provide continuous feedback to the product development group regarding the new features in the product.
- Provide technical customer support and consultation service related to product installation and application.
- Assist in integrating company’s various applications.
- Assume additional responsibilities as requested.
- Manage projects; initiate and drive multiple workflows to successful completion with strong communication and collaboration.
- Support Integrations with legacy systems and other internal Applications.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills / Qualifications
- Have at least 4 of the following 7 requirements:
- Experience in developing for multiple operating system environments including both Windows and Unix.
- Experience with a variety of user interface implementation approaches.
- Demonstrable competence in XML, XSL, SOAP, Web Services, eCommerce, HTML, JavaScript.
- Demonstrate competence in designing modern web applications based on REST and Angular.
- Experience with Object Oriented design and development.
- Familiarity with InterSystems IRIS, Caché, or Ensemble.
- Have contributed substantially to the deployment of an application-rich intranet or extranet.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Desired Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in a technical field or STEM.
- 4+ years of experience in a full stack development role.
- Process improvement and/or program and project management background is a plus, preferably in a software or other technology company.
We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity or expression or any other legally protected category. InterSystems is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.
InterSystems is providing a current good faith estimate of the anticipated base salary range for this position depending on a variety of factors including experience, education, skills, and performance. Other compensation may include a discretionary annual variable target incentive. The company also provides generous employee benefits including:
- Medical, vision, and dental insurance
- Short-term and long-term disability, and life insurance
- 401(k) Profit Sharing Contribution
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Parental Leave
- Tuition reimbursement
The estimated base compensation range for this role is: $108,000—$136,000 USD
ABOUT INTERSYSTEMS
InterSystems, a creative data technology provider, delivers a unified foundation for next-generation applications for healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and supply chain customers in more than 80 countries. Our data platforms solve interoperability, speed, and scalability problems for large organizations around the globe to unlock the power of data and allow people to perceive data in imaginative ways. Established in 1978, InterSystems is committed to excellence through its 24×7 support for customers and partners around the world. Privately held and headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, InterSystems has 38 offices in 28 countries worldwide.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Application Developer
Align your degree to your role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field directly relates to Senior Application Developer duties. A computer science or software engineering degree strengthens your petition. A general business degree paired with a developer role often triggers a Request for Evidence.
Use OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Pull the prevailing wage for your exact SOC code and work location before you accept an offer. Your employer must certify that salary in the LCA, so knowing the DOL floor protects you from offers that can't clear the filing threshold.
Target cap-exempt employers strategically
Universities, nonprofit research organizations, and government entities are exempt from the annual H-1B cap. Senior Application Developer roles at these institutions can be filed any time of year, bypassing the April lottery entirely.
Search H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search by verified H-1B LCA filing history on Migrate Mate. You'll see which employers have sponsored Senior Application Developer roles before, so you're not cold-applying to companies unlikely to file a petition.
Confirm your employer files I-129 directly
Some staffing agencies place developers at client companies but petition under the agency's name, creating complications if you're later transferred. Ask whether the petitioner is the direct employer or a third-party staffing firm before signing an offer.
Request premium processing before your OPT expires
USCIS offers 15-business-day adjudication through premium processing. If your OPT end date is close to October 1, requesting premium processing gives you enough lead time to resolve any RFE without a gap in work authorization.
H-1B Visa Senior Application Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Application Developer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies Senior Application Developer positions as specialty occupations because they normally require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. The O*NET profile for this occupation supports the degree requirement, which is central to the specialty occupation determination. Your employer documents this in the I-129 petition.
How do I find employers who actually sponsor H-1B visas for this role?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for application developer roles. DOL's public LCA disclosure data shows which companies have filed Labor Condition Applications for similar positions. Focusing on employers with an established filing track record significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling through at the sponsorship stage.
What happens to my H-1B petition if I change employers mid-year?
H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a new I-129 petition on your behalf, provided your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days and the new role is in the same or a closely related occupational classification. You don't need to wait for the new petition to be approved before starting work.
Can my employer sponsor me for an H-1B if I'm currently on OPT STEM extension?
Yes, and this is one of the most common pathways for Senior Application Developer roles. Your employer files the H-1B petition during the April registration window, and if selected, your employment authorization continues under cap-gap rules through September 30. Your STEM OPT employer must be enrolled in E-Verify, which also satisfies one of the H-1B filing requirements.
Does the job title on my offer letter need to match the H-1B petition exactly?
The job title doesn't need to be identical, but the duties and SOC code in the Labor Condition Application must accurately reflect what you'll actually do. If the LCA lists a generic developer title but your day-to-day work is senior-level architecture and technical leadership, misalignment can create problems during audits or extensions. Your employer should describe actual duties in the I-129 support letter, not just echo the job posting.