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Senior C Software Engineer roles in systems programming, embedded development, and high-performance computing sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation criteria, making employer sponsorship common at defense contractors, semiconductor firms, and infrastructure software companies. Employers file your H-1B petition under SOC code 15-1252, and prevailing wage certification through the DOL shapes your offer terms before USCIS adjudication begins.
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The Qualification Program (IQ/OQ/PQ) Administrator is responsible for overseeing the installation, operational, and performance qualification of equipment and systems in compliance with regulatory standards. This role ensures that all equipment operates within specified parameters and meets quality and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish clear and comprehensive Information Quality (IQ) requirements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with organizational and regulatory standards.
- Obtain approval for the Information Quality (IQ) protocol, ensuring it meets all necessary standards, compliance requirements, and project objectives before implementation.
- Execute the Information Quality (IQ) processes, ensuring all actions are carried out according to the approved protocol and meet quality and regulatory standards.
- Document the Information Quality (IQ) protocol thoroughly, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
- Conduct a post-protocol review to assess the effectiveness of the Information Quality (IQ) protocol, ensuring it met the intended goals and compliance requirements.
- Ensure the completion of all Information Quality (IQ) processes, verifying that all steps are executed and meet established quality and compliance standards.
- Provide a comprehensive summary of Information Quality (IQ) activities, highlighting key actions, outcomes, and adherence to quality and regulatory standards.
- Initiate and review Operational Qualification (OQ) requirements, ensuring they align with project goals and comply with regulatory and quality standards.
- Obtain approval for the Operational Qualification (OQ) plan, ensuring it meets all necessary quality standards and regulatory requirements before execution.
- Execute the Operational Qualification (OQ) and Test Plan, ensuring all tests are carried out according to the approved plan and meet the required performance and quality standards.
- Ensure the completion and verification of Operational Qualification (OQ) training, confirming that all personnel are adequately trained and meet the required competencies and standards.
- Verify the Operational Qualification (OQ) of equipment, ensuring it meets specified standards, is properly calibrated, and complies with regulatory and quality requirements.
- Identify and document any deviations during the Operational Qualification (OQ) process, ensuring that corrective actions are taken to maintain compliance and quality standards.
- Record and resolve deviations identified during the Operational Qualification (OQ) process, ensuring timely corrective actions are implemented and documented to maintain compliance with quality standards.
- Re-execute any failed portions of the Operational Qualification (OQ) process, ensuring that all tests meet the required standards and compliance is achieved.
- Document the Operational Qualification (OQ) protocol thoroughly, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with established standards and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure the completion of all Operational Qualification (OQ) requirements, confirming that all criteria are met and documented in accordance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Review and approve the Operational Qualification (OQ) protocol, ensuring it meets all necessary quality and regulatory standards before execution.
- Create a detailed Quality Summary Report for IQ and OQ processes, ensuring all findings, compliance levels, and deviations are accurately documented and aligned with project standards.
- Initiate and review Performance Qualification (PQ) requirements, ensuring they align with project objectives and meet established quality and regulatory standards.
- Approve the Performance Qualification (PQ) plan, ensuring it meets all necessary quality standards and regulatory requirements before execution.
- Execute the Performance Qualification (PQ) protocol, ensuring all tests and procedures are carried out in accordance with the plan and meet the required performance and quality standards.
- Perform process verification during the Performance Qualification (PQ) phase, ensuring that all processes meet the specified performance criteria and comply with quality standards.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in equipment qualification or validation in a regulated industry.
- Strong knowledge of IQ/OQ/PQ processes and regulatory standards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with cGMP and FDA regulations.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
- Flexible with working hours as per production floor availability.
- Open to travel.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
COMPENSATION
- The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $20.80/hour - $32.51/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
LOCATION
Hopkinsville, KY, United States (On-site)
Contract (10 months 28 days)
Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.
INTRODUCTION
The Qualification Program (IQ/OQ/PQ) Administrator is responsible for overseeing the installation, operational, and performance qualification of equipment and systems in compliance with regulatory standards. This role ensures that all equipment operates within specified parameters and meets quality and safety requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Establish clear and comprehensive Information Quality (IQ) requirements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with organizational and regulatory standards.
- Obtain approval for the Information Quality (IQ) protocol, ensuring it meets all necessary standards, compliance requirements, and project objectives before implementation.
- Execute the Information Quality (IQ) processes, ensuring all actions are carried out according to the approved protocol and meet quality and regulatory standards.
- Document the Information Quality (IQ) protocol thoroughly, ensuring accuracy, clarity, and compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
- Conduct a post-protocol review to assess the effectiveness of the Information Quality (IQ) protocol, ensuring it met the intended goals and compliance requirements.
- Ensure the completion of all Information Quality (IQ) processes, verifying that all steps are executed and meet established quality and compliance standards.
- Provide a comprehensive summary of Information Quality (IQ) activities, highlighting key actions, outcomes, and adherence to quality and regulatory standards.
- Initiate and review Operational Qualification (OQ) requirements, ensuring they align with project goals and comply with regulatory and quality standards.
- Obtain approval for the Operational Qualification (OQ) plan, ensuring it meets all necessary quality standards and regulatory requirements before execution.
- Execute the Operational Qualification (OQ) and Test Plan, ensuring all tests are carried out according to the approved plan and meet the required performance and quality standards.
- Ensure the completion and verification of Operational Qualification (OQ) training, confirming that all personnel are adequately trained and meet the required competencies and standards.
- Verify the Operational Qualification (OQ) of equipment, ensuring it meets specified standards, is properly calibrated, and complies with regulatory and quality requirements.
- Identify and document any deviations during the Operational Qualification (OQ) process, ensuring that corrective actions are taken to maintain compliance and quality standards.
- Record and resolve deviations identified during the Operational Qualification (OQ) process, ensuring timely corrective actions are implemented and documented to maintain compliance with quality standards.
- Re-execute any failed portions of the Operational Qualification (OQ) process, ensuring that all tests meet the required standards and compliance is achieved.
- Document the Operational Qualification (OQ) protocol thoroughly, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and compliance with established standards and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure the completion of all Operational Qualification (OQ) requirements, confirming that all criteria are met and documented in accordance with regulatory and quality standards.
- Review and approve the Operational Qualification (OQ) protocol, ensuring it meets all necessary quality and regulatory standards before execution.
- Create a detailed Quality Summary Report for IQ and OQ processes, ensuring all findings, compliance levels, and deviations are accurately documented and aligned with project standards.
- Initiate and review Performance Qualification (PQ) requirements, ensuring they align with project objectives and meet established quality and regulatory standards.
- Approve the Performance Qualification (PQ) plan, ensuring it meets all necessary quality standards and regulatory requirements before execution.
- Execute the Performance Qualification (PQ) protocol, ensuring all tests and procedures are carried out in accordance with the plan and meet the required performance and quality standards.
- Perform process verification during the Performance Qualification (PQ) phase, ensuring that all processes meet the specified performance criteria and comply with quality standards.
Required Skills & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.
- 3-5 years of experience in equipment qualification or validation in a regulated industry.
- Strong knowledge of IQ/OQ/PQ processes and regulatory standards.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience with cGMP and FDA regulations.
- Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
- Flexible with working hours as per production floor availability.
- Open to travel.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
COMPENSATION
- The pay range that the employer in good faith reasonably expects to pay for this position is $20.80/hour - $32.51/hour. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision and retirement benefits. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis.
LOCATION
Hopkinsville, KY, United States (On-site)
Contract (10 months 28 days)
Tundra Technical Solutions is among North America’s leading providers of Staffing and Consulting Services. Our success and our clients’ success are built on a foundation of service excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Unincorporated LA County workers: we reasonably believe that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of a conditional offer of employment: client provided property, including hardware (both of which may include data) entrusted to you from theft, loss or damage; return all portable client computer hardware in your possession (including the data contained therein) upon completion of the assignment, and; maintain the confidentiality of client proprietary, confidential, or non-public information. In addition, job duties require access to secure and protected client information technology systems and related data security obligations.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Senior C Software Engineer
Match your resume to SOC 15-1252
Your H-1B petition ties your role to a specific SOC code. Structure your resume around systems-level C work, memory management, and low-level hardware interaction so your job duties clearly map to Software Developers under DOL's specialty occupation definition.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting offers
Run your target role through the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 15-1252 and the employer's metro area. The LCA your employer files must certify a wage at or above the applicable prevailing wage level, so knowing Level II versus Level III rates protects you in negotiations.
Target employers with E-Verify enrollment
For STEM-adjacent roles in defense and semiconductor sectors, E-Verify enrollment is often mandatory. Prioritize employers already enrolled, since non-enrolled firms face additional onboarding steps that can delay your start date and complicate cap-gap authorization timing.
Filter for active H-1B LCA filers on Migrate Mate
Search Senior C Software Engineer roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history in your target occupation, so you're applying to companies that have already demonstrated willingness and process knowledge for H-1B sponsorship.
Clarify embedded versus application roles early
C engineering spans embedded firmware, kernel development, and application-layer systems work. Confirm with recruiters which category your role falls under before the LCA is filed, since misclassified job duties are a common trigger for USCIS Requests for Evidence on specialty occupation determinations.
Request premium processing if your cap-gap is short
If you're transitioning from OPT cap-gap, standard USCIS processing can run several months. Premium processing under Form I-907 returns a decision within 15 business days, which matters if your cap-gap authorization expires before your October 1 H-1B start date.
H-1B Visa Senior C Software Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior C Software Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS defines specialty occupation as a role requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Senior C Software Engineer positions typically require a degree in computer science, computer engineering, or electrical engineering. The O*NET profile for Software Developers confirms this degree requirement, which supports the specialty occupation finding in your employer's petition.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for C engineering roles?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified DOL LCA filing history filtered by occupation. Defense contractors, semiconductor manufacturers, operating system vendors, and embedded systems firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for C-focused roles. Companies working on safety-critical or real-time systems tend to have established immigration processes because the talent pool is narrow and international hiring is routine.
What wage level should I expect my employer to certify on the LCA?
Most senior-level roles are certified at DOL wage Level III or Level IV, which correspond to experienced and fully competent professionals. You can verify the applicable prevailing wage for your specific metro area and SOC code 15-1252 using the OFLC Wage Search before you receive an offer. The LCA-certified wage becomes the floor your employer must pay for the entire H-1B validity period.
Can I change employers mid-H-1B if I find a better C engineering role?
Yes, under H-1B portability rules established by AC21, you can start work with a new employer as soon as they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, as long as your current H-1B has been approved for at least 180 days. Your new employer files a new I-129 with USCIS, and you don't need to wait for approval before your start date.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a C software engineer with a non-CS degree?
If your degree is in mathematics, physics, or electrical engineering rather than computer science, your employer should include a detailed position description tying the academic foundation to the C engineering work performed. A credentials evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator can also document degree equivalency. USCIS will scrutinize the relationship between your field of study and the specific low-level programming duties in the role description.