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Senior Fullstack Developer roles qualify as H-1B specialty occupations under the computer occupations category, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. Employers filing H-1B petitions must certify a prevailing wage through a DOL Labor Condition Application before USCIS processes your petition.
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The Applications Development Intermediate Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize knowledge of applications development procedures and concepts, and basic knowledge of other technical areas to identify and define necessary system enhancements, including using script tools and analyzing/interpreting code
- Consult with users, clients, and other technology groups on issues, and recommend programming solutions, install, and support customer exposure systems
- Apply fundamental knowledge of programming languages for design specifications
- Analyze applications to identify vulnerabilities and security issues, as well as conduct testing and debugging
- Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
- Identify problems, analyze information, and make evaluative judgements to recommend and implement solutions
- Resolve issues by identifying and selecting solutions through the applications of acquired technical experience and guided by precedents
- Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision
- Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
- Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and/or other team members
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency
QUALIFICATIONS
- 2-5 years of relevant experience in the Financial Service industry
- 2-5 years of relevant experience programming in Java / Python / React / Javascript / Typescript
- Intermediate level experience in Applications Development role
- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: Rutherford New Jersey United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $95,770.00 - $133,630.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Anticipated Posting Close Date: Mar 11, 2026
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
INTRODUCTION
The Applications Development Intermediate Programmer Analyst is an intermediate level position responsible for participation in the establishment and implementation of new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology team. The overall objective of this role is to contribute to applications systems analysis and programming activities.
Responsibilities:
- Utilize knowledge of applications development procedures and concepts, and basic knowledge of other technical areas to identify and define necessary system enhancements, including using script tools and analyzing/interpreting code
- Consult with users, clients, and other technology groups on issues, and recommend programming solutions, install, and support customer exposure systems
- Apply fundamental knowledge of programming languages for design specifications
- Analyze applications to identify vulnerabilities and security issues, as well as conduct testing and debugging
- Serve as advisor or coach to new or lower level analysts
- Identify problems, analyze information, and make evaluative judgements to recommend and implement solutions
- Resolve issues by identifying and selecting solutions through the applications of acquired technical experience and guided by precedents
- Has the ability to operate with a limited level of direct supervision
- Can exercise independence of judgement and autonomy
- Acts as SME to senior stakeholders and/or other team members
- Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency
QUALIFICATIONS
- 2-5 years of relevant experience in the Financial Service industry
- 2-5 years of relevant experience programming in Java / Python / React / Javascript / Typescript
- Intermediate level experience in Applications Development role
- Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
- Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Ability to work under pressure and manage deadlines or unexpected changes in expectations or requirements
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
This job description provides a high-level review of the types of work performed. Other job-related duties may be assigned as required.
Job Family Group: Technology
Job Family: Applications Development
Time Type: Full time
Primary Location: Rutherford New Jersey United States
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $95,770.00 - $133,630.00
In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.
Most Relevant Skills
Please see the requirements listed above.
Other Relevant Skills
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
Anticipated Posting Close Date: Mar 11, 2026
Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review Accessibility at Citi. View Citi’s EEO Policy Statement and the Know Your Rights poster.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Fullstack Developer
Verify your degree maps to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to relate directly to fullstack development. A computer science or software engineering degree is straightforward. A degree in an unrelated field paired with years of Node.js and React work often triggers an RFE, so document the connection explicitly before applying.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job zone and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using SOC code 15-1252 before you negotiate. Accepting below prevailing wage invalidates the LCA and stalls your petition.
Filter employers by active LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified H-1B LCA filings for fullstack and software development roles. This filters out companies that signal openness to sponsorship in job posts but have no actual filing track record.
Target cap-exempt employers for faster timelines
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt. If you're on OPT with limited time, cap-exempt employers can file an H-1B petition year-round without waiting for the April lottery registration window.
Request premium processing if your OPT is expiring
USCIS offers premium processing for I-129 petitions, with a 15-business-day adjudication window. If your OPT end date is approaching and cap-gap doesn't cover your start date, ask the employer to include premium processing in the filing.
Document your fullstack scope in the job offer letter
The H-1B petition requires the employer to describe a specific specialty occupation, not a generic developer role. The offer letter and support letter should specify the technologies, system architecture responsibilities, and degree requirement to reduce RFE risk.
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Find Senior Fullstack Developer JobsSenior Fullstack Developer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Fullstack Developer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. USCIS classifies software development roles, including fullstack positions, under computer occupations, which consistently qualify as specialty occupations. The key requirement is that the role normally demands at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like computer science or software engineering. Employers confirm this in the LCA and H-1B support letter. Roles with vague requirements or where any degree is accepted are more likely to face scrutiny.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for fullstack developers?
Search Migrate Mate to find Senior Fullstack Developer roles at employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history. Many companies list sponsorship as available but have never filed a petition. Filtering by actual DOL filing data tells you which employers have sponsored fullstack or software development roles before, which is a far more reliable signal than job post language.
Can my employer file my H-1B petition if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes, and timing is critical. Your employer must register you in the USCIS H-1B lottery in March for an October 1 start date. If selected, they file the I-129 petition between April and June. If your OPT expires before October 1 and your lottery selection was timely, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization automatically through September 30 or until USCIS adjudicates the petition.
What happens to my H-1B petition if I change employers before it's approved?
You lose the pending petition. Each H-1B petition is employer-specific, so switching employers before approval means starting over, including re-entering the lottery if you're cap-subject. If you're already in H-1B status and changing jobs, your new employer can file an H-1B transfer and you can begin work as soon as USCIS receives the new petition, not when it's approved.
Does a fullstack developer role at a startup qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
It can, but startups face additional scrutiny. USCIS may issue an RFE questioning whether a small company genuinely needs a specialty occupation employee or whether the role meets the degree requirement. The startup must show stable finances, a real employer-employee relationship, and a defined fullstack role requiring a degree. Founders who also hold equity in the company face extra documentation requirements to establish that a legitimate employment relationship exists.
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