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Get Access To All JobsNAME OF EMPLOYER: Clarios, LLC
POSITION TITLE: Lead Software Architect
POSITION LOCATION: Florist Tower, 5757 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale, WI 53209. Hybrid position: 3 days in office, 2 days remote weekly.
HOURS: Full Time/40 hours
JOB DUTIES: Design and development of Battery Management System software compliant to Functional Safety goals and Cybersecurity standards. Support the selection and configuration of software tools used by the development team. Support the development of standard software modules, including both BSW and ASW. Define dynamic behavior and set resource consumption targets. Coordinate software development with software suppliers. Specify calibration data, configuration data, and software component strategies for multiple projects. Collaborate with the Systems and Modeling Engineering teams to develop algorithms and diagnostics. Collaborate with the Electronics Engineering team to develop hardware-software interfaces. Support creation and review of software requirement specifications, models, and code. Execute the software development process and make improvements to process and infrastructure. Participate in cross-functional project planning and review events. Assess proposed features and perform impact analysis as a member of the SW Change Control Board. Coach team members to promote best practices and continuous improvement.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field of study and 5 years of experience leading development of Battery Management System software including customer interaction, algorithm development, and feature planning for cross-functional teams.
Applicants must have demonstrated experience with:
1) 5 years of experience in embedded systems software development for safety-critical systems.
2) 5 years of hands-on experience programming C embedded software.
3) 5 years of hands-on experience testing and debugging C embedded software.
4) 3 years of experience with ASPICE (Automotive SPICE) software process compliance.
5) 3 years of experience with formal software requirements tools IBM DOORS or Jama.
6) 3 years of experience with Model-based code generation tools MathWorks Embedded Coder or dSPACE TargetLink.
Any and all experience may be gained concurrently.
CONTACT: To apply email resume to Clarios, LLC at mariana.trevino@clarios.com referencing job code #BD-0816. EOE
What you get
- Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave programs
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
- Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
- HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
- Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.
Who we are
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
A Note to Job Applicants
Please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.
To All Recruitment Agencies
Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
NAME OF EMPLOYER: Clarios, LLC
POSITION TITLE: Lead Software Architect
POSITION LOCATION: Florist Tower, 5757 N Green Bay Ave, Glendale, WI 53209. Hybrid position: 3 days in office, 2 days remote weekly.
HOURS: Full Time/40 hours
JOB DUTIES: Design and development of Battery Management System software compliant to Functional Safety goals and Cybersecurity standards. Support the selection and configuration of software tools used by the development team. Support the development of standard software modules, including both BSW and ASW. Define dynamic behavior and set resource consumption targets. Coordinate software development with software suppliers. Specify calibration data, configuration data, and software component strategies for multiple projects. Collaborate with the Systems and Modeling Engineering teams to develop algorithms and diagnostics. Collaborate with the Electronics Engineering team to develop hardware-software interfaces. Support creation and review of software requirement specifications, models, and code. Execute the software development process and make improvements to process and infrastructure. Participate in cross-functional project planning and review events. Assess proposed features and perform impact analysis as a member of the SW Change Control Board. Coach team members to promote best practices and continuous improvement.
REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field of study and 5 years of experience leading development of Battery Management System software including customer interaction, algorithm development, and feature planning for cross-functional teams.
Applicants must have demonstrated experience with:
1) 5 years of experience in embedded systems software development for safety-critical systems.
2) 5 years of hands-on experience programming C embedded software.
3) 5 years of hands-on experience testing and debugging C embedded software.
4) 3 years of experience with ASPICE (Automotive SPICE) software process compliance.
5) 3 years of experience with formal software requirements tools IBM DOORS or Jama.
6) 3 years of experience with Model-based code generation tools MathWorks Embedded Coder or dSPACE TargetLink.
Any and all experience may be gained concurrently.
CONTACT: To apply email resume to Clarios, LLC at mariana.trevino@clarios.com referencing job code #BD-0816. EOE
What you get
- Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching – all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave programs
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
- Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
- HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
- Clarios has been recognized as one of 2026's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere. This prestigious recognition marks the fourth consecutive year Clarios has received this distinction.
Who we are
Clarios is the force behind the world’s most recognizable car battery brands, powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford, General Motors, Toyota, Honda, and Nissan. With 18,000 employees worldwide, we develop, manufacture, and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering, recycling, and reusing up to 99% of battery materials—setting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios, we’re not just making batteries; we’re shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate, push boundaries, and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarios—where your power meets endless possibilities.
Veterans/Military Spouses
We value the leadership, adaptability, and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios, those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit, ingenuity, and passion—where you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor, we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience, area of expertise, and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and equal opportunity, please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.
A Note to Job Applicants
Please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.
To All Recruitment Agencies
Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship in Software Architect
Document your architecture credentials precisely
USCIS scrutinizes specialty occupation eligibility for architect-level roles. Gather degree transcripts, system design portfolios, and any professional certifications that tie your specific degree field directly to enterprise architecture work.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Software Architect roles by verified DOL LCA filing history, so you're applying to employers who have already navigated H-1B sponsorship for this occupation code, not ones encountering it for the first time.
Verify prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Look up SOC code 15-1299 or 15-1252 in the OFLC Wage Search before salary discussions. Your offered wage must meet the certified LCA level, and Level III or IV wages for architects differ substantially by metro area.
Prioritize cap-exempt employers during lottery season
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt and can file H-1B petitions year-round. Software Architect roles at these organizations bypass the April lottery entirely.
Request premium processing at the offer stage
Ask your prospective employer to file Form I-907 for USCIS premium processing, which reduces adjudication to 15 business days. For senior architecture roles with delayed start dates, this prevents costly gaps in your authorization timeline.
Align your title to O*NET occupation descriptions
USCIS officers cross-reference job duties against O*NET profiles when evaluating specialty occupation. Make sure your offer letter duties mirror the O*NET Software Architect description, especially requirements for independent judgment and systems-level design.
H-1B Visa Software Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Architect role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS classifies Software Architect as a specialty occupation because the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. If your offer letter lists duties that diverge significantly from architecture-level responsibilities, USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence challenging the classification, so precise job duty language matters.
Which employers sponsor H-1B visas for Software Architect roles?
Technology companies, financial institutions, healthcare systems, and large consulting firms are the most consistent H-1B sponsors for Software Architect positions. You can browse verified H-1B sponsoring employers for this role on Migrate Mate, which surfaces DOL LCA filing history by occupation so you can see which companies have actively sponsored this title.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect Software Architect H-1B applications?
Your employer must certify an LCA with DOL stating your offered wage meets or exceeds the prevailing wage for the Software Architect occupation in your work location. Prevailing wages are tiered by experience level and vary by metro area. You can verify the applicable wage using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your offer.
Can a Software Architect on H-1B change employers without losing status?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition before your current status expires and your original petition has been pending or approved for at least 180 days, you can start the new role immediately upon filing. The new employer must still file a fresh LCA and petition with USCIS for the specific Software Architect position.
Does a Software Architect role typically require a specific degree field for H-1B approval?
USCIS requires that the degree field be directly related to the Software Architect role, not just any bachelor's degree. Degrees in computer science, computer engineering, information systems, or software engineering are straightforward. Degrees in unrelated fields may require an evaluation showing how the coursework applies to the specific architecture responsibilities in the offer letter.