H-1B Visa Senior Backend Developer Jobs
Senior Backend Developer roles in distributed systems, API architecture, and cloud infrastructure consistently rank among the most H-1B visa-sponsored positions in tech. Employers filing LCAs for backend engineers must certify a prevailing wage tied to your SOC code and experience level, which directly shapes your offer negotiation and petition timeline.
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Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality. Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S. We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI. Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
What We Value
We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.
Seek Excellence.
Be Selective To Be Effective.
Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
Disagree Transparently.
Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
Build Dream Teams.
Who You Are
You'll design and build backend systems powering blockchain infrastructure and staking products across Galaxy — spanning Ethereum-based systems, staking infrastructure (native and liquid), and blockchain data systems and APIs. Liquid Collective is one of several key initiatives you'll contribute to. This is a hands-on role with significant ownership and influence. You'll play a key part in shaping architecture, development practices, and engineering culture — not just building features, but raising the bar on how the team works. You'll own systems end-to-end, from architecture through to observability, and you'll operate in a spec-first development environment that increasingly leverages AI-assisted workflows. Typical time allocation: roughly 60% building systems and features, 20% code review and mentorship, 20% design, architecture, and product collaboration.
What You’ll Do
Build and own backend systems
+ Design and build APIs, services, Ethereum data pipelines and indexers, staking and validator infrastructure integrations, and monitoring and operational tooling.
+ Own system design end-to-end: architecture, implementation, testing, deployment, and observability.
+ Work across the Ethereum stack, integrating with both execution layer and consensus layer clients.
+ Contribute to Liquid Collective alongside other staking and blockchain infrastructure projects across Galaxy.
Define and uphold engineering standards
+ Set and maintain the bar on API design, testing strategies for distributed systems, reliability and fault tolerance, and security and key management practices.
+ Operate in a spec-first development environment — translate product and protocol requirements into clear technical specs before building.
+ Leverage AI-assisted development workflows (e.g. Claude Code) and work with emerging paradigms like MCP (Model Context Protocol) and agent-based tooling.
Collaborate and contribute to engineering culture
+ Work cross-functionally with protocol, product, and infrastructure teams.
+ Mentor engineers through code review, design feedback, and raising the overall quality of what the team ships.
+ Contribute to how the team evolves its practices — not just executing within the current system, but improving it.
Embrace and champion the thoughtful adoption of AI to improve team performance and business outcomes.
* Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data copilots) to improve productivity, decision-making, and output quality in your day-to-day work.
What We’re Looking For
7+ years of professional software engineering experience.
Strong experience building backend systems in Golang.
Deep understanding of distributed systems. Experience working with blockchain systems, preferably Ethereum — including familiarity with execution vs consensus layers, node operation, and data flow.
Experience with cloud-native infrastructure: AWS, Kubernetes, Helm, GitOps (e.g. Flux).
Strong testing practices for complex and stateful systems.
Experience working in remote, asynchronous teams.
* High agency, low ego — you own your work end-to-end and hold yourself accountable for quality.
Bonus Points
Hands-on experience with Ethereum nodes (execution and/or consensus clients) or validator and staking infrastructure.
Understanding of proof-of-stake mechanisms.
Experience building blockchain indexers, data pipelines, dApps, or smart contracts (Solidity).
Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows: spec-driven development, code generation tools, MCP, or agent-based paradigms.
Contributions to open-source projects.
Experience with Rust.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements
Flexible Time Off (paid)
3% 401(k) company contribution
Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
Generous paid Parental Leave
Competitive family planning benefits for US employees
Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
Free daily snacks and weekly breakfasts/lunches
Employee Resource Groups
Free coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
Apply now and join us on our mission to engineer a new economic paradigm.
Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact careers@galaxy.com.
Who We Are
Galaxy is a global leader in digital assets and data center infrastructure, delivering solutions that accelerate progress in finance and artificial intelligence. We believe that blockchain and digital asset innovation will transform how value moves through the world – and we’re building the products and services to make that future a reality. Our institutional digital assets platform spans trading, investment banking, asset management, staking, self-custody, and tokenization technology. We also invest in and operate cutting-edge data center infrastructure to power AI and high-performance computing, addressing the growing demand for scalable energy and compute in the U.S. We work at the intersection of finance and technology, helping institutions, startups, and developers navigate a digitally native economy. Led by CEO and Founder Michael Novogratz, our team blends deep crypto expertise with institutional experience and a shared commitment to shaping the future of Web3 and AI. Galaxy is headquartered in New York City, with offices across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
What We Value
We are a diverse team of free thinkers, and fast movers united to help investors and creators energize the global economy. We are looking for individuals who thrive in a culture of builders and overachievers and embrace high performance, transparent feedback, and a mission-first approach. Our culture shapes our way of working and gets us where we want to be.
Seek Excellence.
Be Selective To Be Effective.
Be Highly Aligned, Loosely Coupled.
Disagree Transparently.
Encourage Independent Decision-Making.
Build Dream Teams.
Who You Are
You'll design and build backend systems powering blockchain infrastructure and staking products across Galaxy — spanning Ethereum-based systems, staking infrastructure (native and liquid), and blockchain data systems and APIs. Liquid Collective is one of several key initiatives you'll contribute to. This is a hands-on role with significant ownership and influence. You'll play a key part in shaping architecture, development practices, and engineering culture — not just building features, but raising the bar on how the team works. You'll own systems end-to-end, from architecture through to observability, and you'll operate in a spec-first development environment that increasingly leverages AI-assisted workflows. Typical time allocation: roughly 60% building systems and features, 20% code review and mentorship, 20% design, architecture, and product collaboration.
What You’ll Do
Build and own backend systems
+ Design and build APIs, services, Ethereum data pipelines and indexers, staking and validator infrastructure integrations, and monitoring and operational tooling.
+ Own system design end-to-end: architecture, implementation, testing, deployment, and observability.
+ Work across the Ethereum stack, integrating with both execution layer and consensus layer clients.
+ Contribute to Liquid Collective alongside other staking and blockchain infrastructure projects across Galaxy.
Define and uphold engineering standards
+ Set and maintain the bar on API design, testing strategies for distributed systems, reliability and fault tolerance, and security and key management practices.
+ Operate in a spec-first development environment — translate product and protocol requirements into clear technical specs before building.
+ Leverage AI-assisted development workflows (e.g. Claude Code) and work with emerging paradigms like MCP (Model Context Protocol) and agent-based tooling.
Collaborate and contribute to engineering culture
+ Work cross-functionally with protocol, product, and infrastructure teams.
+ Mentor engineers through code review, design feedback, and raising the overall quality of what the team ships.
+ Contribute to how the team evolves its practices — not just executing within the current system, but improving it.
Embrace and champion the thoughtful adoption of AI to improve team performance and business outcomes.
* Leverage AI tools (e.g., generative AI, automation platforms, data copilots) to improve productivity, decision-making, and output quality in your day-to-day work.
What We’re Looking For
7+ years of professional software engineering experience.
Strong experience building backend systems in Golang.
Deep understanding of distributed systems. Experience working with blockchain systems, preferably Ethereum — including familiarity with execution vs consensus layers, node operation, and data flow.
Experience with cloud-native infrastructure: AWS, Kubernetes, Helm, GitOps (e.g. Flux).
Strong testing practices for complex and stateful systems.
Experience working in remote, asynchronous teams.
* High agency, low ego — you own your work end-to-end and hold yourself accountable for quality.
Bonus Points
Hands-on experience with Ethereum nodes (execution and/or consensus clients) or validator and staking infrastructure.
Understanding of proof-of-stake mechanisms.
Experience building blockchain indexers, data pipelines, dApps, or smart contracts (Solidity).
Familiarity with AI-assisted development workflows: spec-driven development, code generation tools, MCP, or agent-based paradigms.
Contributions to open-source projects.
Experience with Rust.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary and discretionary bonus
Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements
Flexible Time Off (paid)
3% 401(k) company contribution
Company-paid health and protective benefits for employees, partners, and other dependents
Generous paid Parental Leave
Competitive family planning benefits for US employees
Opportunities to learn about the Crypto industry
Smart, entrepreneurial, and fun colleagues
Free daily snacks and weekly breakfasts/lunches
Employee Resource Groups
Free coaching and counseling sessions through Headspace
Apply now and join us on our mission to engineer a new economic paradigm.
Galaxy respects diversity and seeks to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and job applicants for employment without regard to actual or perceived age, race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital or partnership or caregiver status, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military or veteran status, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristic, or other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete the application process or to participate in an interview, please contact careers@galaxy.com.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Backend Developer
Verify your SOC code before applying
Backend developer roles get filed under different SOC codes depending on the employer. Pull the O*NET profile for your target title and cross-reference it with recent LCA filings to confirm the wage level your employer will certify before you reach the offer stage.
Target cap-exempt employers strategically
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, so you skip the lottery entirely. If you're between H-1B selections, backend roles at these organizations let you start work without waiting for an October 1 start date.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsors
Search Senior Backend Developer roles on Migrate Mate to see employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for this specific role. You'll avoid wasting application cycles on companies that list the title but have no sponsorship track record.
Document architecture ownership for RFE defense
USCIS scrutinizes backend roles that blend engineering with product or DevOps responsibilities. Gather evidence showing you own system design decisions, not just implementation. Performance reviews, design docs, and architecture diagrams strengthen specialty occupation arguments if you receive an RFE.
Negotiate premium processing into your offer
Ask during negotiation whether the employer will file with premium processing. For backend roles that require a specific start date tied to a product launch or team onboarding, the 15-business-day USCIS adjudication window protects both sides from scheduling uncertainty.
Check the OFLC Wage Search before your offer call
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your job title, SOC code, and work location before your compensation discussion. Employers must certify the LCA wage at your assigned level, so knowing Level II versus Level III thresholds in your metro prevents underpay that could trigger a DOL audit.
H-1B Visa Senior Backend Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Backend Developer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, software engineering, or a closely related discipline. Generalist job descriptions that list a degree as preferred rather than required can trigger an RFE. Ask your employer to confirm the job description explicitly states a minimum degree requirement before the LCA is filed.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for backend developer roles?
Search for Senior Backend Developer positions on Migrate Mate, which filters results by employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history for this role. This saves you from applying to companies that post backend roles but route them through third-party vendors or have no sponsorship track record. DOL LCA disclosure data is publicly available and reflects actual filing activity, not self-reported sponsorship claims.
Can I switch backend developer jobs on H-1B without losing my status?
Yes, under AC21 portability you can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your H-1B petition has been pending for 180 days or more, provided the new role is in the same or a similar occupational classification. For backend engineers moving between companies without a pending I-140, your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your start date at the new company.
What happens to my H-1B status if my backend developer position is eliminated in a layoff?
You have a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment to find a new sponsor, change to another nonimmigrant status, or depart the U.S. During this window you can interview and receive an H-1B transfer petition from a new employer. USCIS does not restart the grace period if you take a short contract role between positions, so treat the 60 days as a firm deadline.
Does working remotely as a Senior Backend Developer affect my H-1B LCA compliance?
Yes. The LCA must list all physical work locations, and if you work from a location not covered by the original LCA for more than 10 consecutive business days, your employer is generally required to file an amended LCA and potentially an amended H-1B petition. Short-term business travel is typically exempt, but a permanent move to a different metro area almost always requires an LCA amendment certified by DOL.