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Senior Software Developer roles are among the most consistently sponsored H-1B visa occupations, with employers regularly filing Labor Condition Applications for positions requiring a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science or a related field. Specialty occupation status is well-established for this role, making it a strong fit for H-1B sponsorship across industries from fintech to enterprise software.
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Career Area: Software Electric & Electronics
Position Type: Salaried
Location: Headquarters & Technology Center – Auburn Hills 48326, US
Date Posted: November 3, 2026
Brand: FCA Group
About the Team
The AppMarket team within Stellantis’ Software Development organization builds connected applications and services that enhance the driving experience for millions of customers worldwide. By delivering features across in-vehicle systems, backend services, and client applications, we contribute directly to Stellantis’ transformation into a software-driven mobility company.
Role Overview
We are seeking an Entry Level Software Developer who is eager to learn and grow while building customer-facing web applications and the backend services that support them. Working alongside senior engineers, you will contribute to features across the full stack, from user interfaces to APIs and cloud deployment, and learn how web applications integrate with mobile, vehicle, and partner systems.
This is a hands-on development role with structured mentorship, focused on writing quality code, learning modern engineering practices, and delivering features to production.
Key Responsibilities
Front-End Development:
- Develop and maintain web application features using JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and modern frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
- Implement user interfaces from design specifications, ensuring responsiveness and accessibility.
- Fix bugs and improve usability and performance of existing applications.
Back-End & API Development:
- Assist in building and maintaining APIs and backend services using Node.js, Java, or Python.
- Write queries and work with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Integrate front-end applications with internal and third-party APIs.
Quality & Reliability:
- Write unit and integration tests and participate in code reviews.
- Use Git and CI/CD pipelines to build, test, and deploy code.
- Help investigate and resolve production issues with guidance from senior engineers.
- Follow secure coding practices and team engineering standards.
Learning & Growth:
- Learn the team’s architecture, tools, and cloud platform (AWS) through hands-on work and mentorship.
- Ask questions, seek feedback, and continuously improve technical skills.
- Document code, processes, and learnings to support the team.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with engineers, product, UX/design, and validation teams to deliver features.
- Participate in agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
EOE/Disability/Veteran
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
Our benefits reflects the STELLANTIS commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
We care about your privacy. For more information on how your personal data is processed, please read the specific Privacy Statement provided by the respective entities whose job offer you have selected.
Job ID: 2022317
Career Area: Software Electric & Electronics
Position Type: Salaried
Location: Headquarters & Technology Center – Auburn Hills 48326, US
Date Posted: November 3, 2026
Brand: FCA Group
About the Team
The AppMarket team within Stellantis’ Software Development organization builds connected applications and services that enhance the driving experience for millions of customers worldwide. By delivering features across in-vehicle systems, backend services, and client applications, we contribute directly to Stellantis’ transformation into a software-driven mobility company.
Role Overview
We are seeking an Entry Level Software Developer who is eager to learn and grow while building customer-facing web applications and the backend services that support them. Working alongside senior engineers, you will contribute to features across the full stack, from user interfaces to APIs and cloud deployment, and learn how web applications integrate with mobile, vehicle, and partner systems.
This is a hands-on development role with structured mentorship, focused on writing quality code, learning modern engineering practices, and delivering features to production.
Key Responsibilities
Front-End Development:
- Develop and maintain web application features using JavaScript/TypeScript, HTML, CSS, and modern frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue).
- Implement user interfaces from design specifications, ensuring responsiveness and accessibility.
- Fix bugs and improve usability and performance of existing applications.
Back-End & API Development:
- Assist in building and maintaining APIs and backend services using Node.js, Java, or Python.
- Write queries and work with relational and NoSQL databases.
- Integrate front-end applications with internal and third-party APIs.
Quality & Reliability:
- Write unit and integration tests and participate in code reviews.
- Use Git and CI/CD pipelines to build, test, and deploy code.
- Help investigate and resolve production issues with guidance from senior engineers.
- Follow secure coding practices and team engineering standards.
Learning & Growth:
- Learn the team’s architecture, tools, and cloud platform (AWS) through hands-on work and mentorship.
- Ask questions, seek feedback, and continuously improve technical skills.
- Document code, processes, and learnings to support the team.
Collaboration:
- Work closely with engineers, product, UX/design, and validation teams to deliver features.
- Participate in agile ceremonies including stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives.
EOE/Disability/Veteran
At Stellantis, we assess candidates based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We welcome applications from all people without regard to sex, age, ethnicity, nationality, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any characteristic protected by law. We believe that diverse teams reflect our identity as a global company, enabling us to better address the evolving needs of our customers and care for our future.
Our benefits reflects the STELLANTIS commitment to helping you reach your personal and professional goals. In addition to an environment that promotes career development, we offer benefits for a healthy lifestyle and a rewarding future, designed to take care of you and your family, in various stages of life.
As a global company, our employee packages will vary by country, customary norms and the legal entity into which you are hired.
We care about your privacy. For more information on how your personal data is processed, please read the specific Privacy Statement provided by the respective entities whose job offer you have selected.
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Align your degree field to your role
USCIS scrutinizes whether your degree directly relates to the senior software developer position. A computer science, software engineering, or information systems degree creates a clean specialty occupation case. A degree in an unrelated field requires a detailed employer justification and risks an RFE.
Check employer LCA filing history first
Before applying, verify that the employer has filed Labor Condition Applications for software developer roles. Use Migrate Mate to search verified DOL LCA filing data by company and occupation, so you're targeting employers with a real sponsorship track record, not just a careers page mention.
Time your job search around the H-1B cap cycle
H-1B registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. If you're on OPT, map your expiration date against this window. A senior developer role starting after lottery selection requires your employer to file by the April petition deadline to stay on track.
Request prevailing wage documentation early
Your employer must certify your offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your location and role level before filing the LCA. Run the OFLC Wage Search yourself using SOC code 15-1252 to verify your offer lands at or above the wage level before you sign anything.
Target cap-exempt employers for faster sponsorship
Nonprofits, universities, and government research institutions are exempt from the H-1B lottery and can file year-round. Senior software developer roles at these organizations, particularly in research computing or institutional IT, offer a direct path to H-1B status without waiting for March registration.
Get your job description H-1B ready before interviews
USCIS requires the employer to demonstrate the role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Ask your recruiter early whether the job description specifies a degree in a directly related field, not just a preferred qualification. Vague requirements are the most common source of senior developer H-1B RFEs.
H-1B Visa Senior Software Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Software Developer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, senior software developer positions are consistently recognized as specialty occupations by USCIS because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. The O*NET profile for software developers supports this classification. Your employer's job description must specify the degree requirement, not just list it as preferred, to strengthen the petition.
How do I find Senior Software Developer jobs where the employer actually sponsors H-1B visas?
Migrate Mate filters senior software developer listings by verified DOL Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can see which employers have actively sponsored H-1B petitions for this role rather than relying on unverified claims on job postings. Searching by company LCA data is the most reliable way to identify real sponsors before investing time in an application.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Senior Software Developer role at a different company?
Yes. H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once they file a transfer petition, as long as your current H-1B is valid and you're in a same or similar occupational classification. Senior software developer roles are generally considered same or similar to other software engineering and development positions, but your new employer must still file a new LCA and I-129.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from my Senior Software Developer job?
You have a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer, file for a change of status, or prepare to depart. During this window, your new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition. If your petition is filed before the 60 days expire, you can start working once USCIS receives it. Premium processing can reduce the approval wait to 15 business days.
Does my employer have to pay H-1B filing fees for my Senior Software Developer petition?
Most H-1B filing fees are legally required to be paid by the employer, not the worker. USCIS prohibits employers from passing the I-129 petition fee, the ACWIA training fee, or the fraud prevention fee onto the H-1B employee. Employees may voluntarily pay premium processing, but it's not a requirement. If an employer asks you to cover these costs, that's a compliance red flag worth raising before you accept an offer.