H-1B Visa Software Systems Engineer Jobs
Software Systems Engineer roles sit squarely within H-1B visa specialty occupation criteria, requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, systems engineering, or a closely related field. Employers file an LCA with the DOL before petitioning USCIS, and the 85,000-slot annual cap means timing your job search around the April lottery registration window matters.
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Description -
This role is responsible for providing guidance for the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex software systems that meet specific business needs or technical requirements. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system administrators, and project managers, to create solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure and deliver value to end-users. The role formulates and defines system scope and objectives for assigned projects combining knowledge and disciplines of all aspects of a computing system.
Responsibilities
- Leads the preparation and creation of instructional technical manuscripts for software systems operation.
- Manages resources to complete programming projects, and designs detailed plans to ensure software systems are functioning properly.
- Works closely with software developers, system administrators, quality assurance teams, and project managers to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
- Oversees work of others related to improving the performance and reliability of the organization's software systems infrastructure.
- Reviews system engineering and validation coverage throughout the lifecycle of the program and publishes plan and progress reports.
- Develops organization-wide architectures and methodologies for software systems design and development across multiple platforms and organizations within the global business unit.
- Identifies and evaluates new technologies, innovations, and outsourced development partner relationships for alignment with technology roadmap and business value; creates plans for integration and update into architecture.
- Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with development guidelines and standards; provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk.
- Leverages recognized domain expertise, business acumen, and experience to influence decisions of executive business leadership, outsourced development partners, and industry standards groups.
- Provides guidance and mentoring to less-experienced staff members to set an example of software systems design and development innovation and excellence.
Education & Experience Recommended
- Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
- Typically has 10+ years of work experience, preferably in systems engineering, computer programming language, or a related field.
Preferred Certifications
- Certified Software Systems Engineer (CSSE)
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Knowledge & Skills
- Agile Methodology
- Amazon Web Services
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- Automation
- C++ (Programming Language)
- Computer Science
- Debugging
- Docker (Software)
- Full Stack Development
- Java (Programming Language)
- JavaScript (Programming Language)
- Kubernetes
- Linux
- Microservices
- Microsoft Azure
- Python (Programming Language)
- Scalability
- Software Development
- Software Engineering
- SQL (Programming Language)
Cross-Org Skills
- Effective Communication
- Results Orientation
- Learning Agility
- Digital Fluency
- Customer Centricity
Impact & Scope
Impacts large functions and leads large, cross-division functional teams or projects.
Complexity
Provides highly innovative solutions to complex problems within established policy.
Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.
The pay range for this role is $93,400 to $143,800 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits:
HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Generous time off policies, including;
- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
- 11 paid holidays
- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Job -
Software
Schedule -
Full time
Shift -
No shift premium (United States of America)
Travel -
Relocation -
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -
HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).
Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.
For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal"
Software Systems Engineer
Description -
This role is responsible for providing guidance for the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex software systems that meet specific business needs or technical requirements. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams, including software developers, system administrators, and project managers, to create solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing infrastructure and deliver value to end-users. The role formulates and defines system scope and objectives for assigned projects combining knowledge and disciplines of all aspects of a computing system.
Responsibilities
- Leads the preparation and creation of instructional technical manuscripts for software systems operation.
- Manages resources to complete programming projects, and designs detailed plans to ensure software systems are functioning properly.
- Works closely with software developers, system administrators, quality assurance teams, and project managers to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
- Oversees work of others related to improving the performance and reliability of the organization's software systems infrastructure.
- Reviews system engineering and validation coverage throughout the lifecycle of the program and publishes plan and progress reports.
- Develops organization-wide architectures and methodologies for software systems design and development across multiple platforms and organizations within the global business unit.
- Identifies and evaluates new technologies, innovations, and outsourced development partner relationships for alignment with technology roadmap and business value; creates plans for integration and update into architecture.
- Reviews and evaluates designs and project activities for compliance with development guidelines and standards; provides tangible feedback to improve product quality and mitigate failure risk.
- Leverages recognized domain expertise, business acumen, and experience to influence decisions of executive business leadership, outsourced development partners, and industry standards groups.
- Provides guidance and mentoring to less-experienced staff members to set an example of software systems design and development innovation and excellence.
Education & Experience Recommended
- Four-year or Graduate Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
- Typically has 10+ years of work experience, preferably in systems engineering, computer programming language, or a related field.
Preferred Certifications
- Certified Software Systems Engineer (CSSE)
- Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP)
Knowledge & Skills
- Agile Methodology
- Amazon Web Services
- Application Programming Interface (API)
- Automation
- C++ (Programming Language)
- Computer Science
- Debugging
- Docker (Software)
- Full Stack Development
- Java (Programming Language)
- JavaScript (Programming Language)
- Kubernetes
- Linux
- Microservices
- Microsoft Azure
- Python (Programming Language)
- Scalability
- Software Development
- Software Engineering
- SQL (Programming Language)
Cross-Org Skills
- Effective Communication
- Results Orientation
- Learning Agility
- Digital Fluency
- Customer Centricity
Impact & Scope
Impacts large functions and leads large, cross-division functional teams or projects.
Complexity
Provides highly innovative solutions to complex problems within established policy.
Disclaimer
This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.
The pay range for this role is $93,400 to $143,800 USD annually with additional opportunities for pay in the form of bonus and/or equity (applies to United States of America candidates only). Pay varies by work location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Benefits:
HP offers a comprehensive benefits package for this position, including:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Long term/short term disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance
- Generous time off policies, including;
- 4-12 weeks fully paid parental leave based on tenure
- 11 paid holidays
- Additional flexible paid vacation and sick leave (US benefits overview)
The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Job -
Software
Schedule -
Full time
Shift -
No shift premium (United States of America)
Travel -
Relocation -
Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) -
HP, Inc. provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and prospective employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, age, disability, or status as a protected veteran, marital status, familial status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic predisposition or carrier status, uniformed service status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable national, federal, state, and local law(s).
Please be assured that you will not be subject to any adverse treatment if you choose to disclose the information requested. This information is provided voluntarily. The information obtained will be kept in strict confidence.
For more information, review HP’s EEO Policy or read about your rights as an applicant under the law here: “Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal"
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Software Systems Engineer
Frame your résumé around systems-level scope
H-1B specialty occupation approval hinges on showing the role requires a specific degree field. Highlight architecture decisions, cross-system integration work, and hardware-software interface experience so your résumé directly supports the employer's LCA job description.
Target employers with cap-exempt filing authority
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated labs are exempt from the 85,000-slot cap. Systems engineering roles at these organizations can be filed any time of year, bypassing the annual lottery entirely.
Search employer H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate
Filter by SOC code 17-2199 or 15-1252 on Migrate Mate to see which companies have filed LCAs for Systems Engineer roles. That history confirms an employer knows the sponsorship process before you invest time in their interview pipeline.
Verify the prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for your target metro area before any offer conversation. Your offered salary must meet the certified LCA wage or USCIS will issue an RFE on the petition.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment for STEM OPT bridging
If you're bridging from STEM OPT while waiting for H-1B activation, your employer must be enrolled in E-Verify. Confirm enrollment before your first day, not after an offer is signed, to avoid an authorization gap on October 1.
Request premium processing when your start date is fixed
USCIS premium processing guarantees a decision within 15 business days. For systems roles with hardware delivery schedules or multi-team dependencies, a delayed petition approval can breach your start date commitment and trigger project delays your employer will notice.
H-1B Visa Software Systems Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Systems Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, electrical engineering, or systems engineering. Roles that accept any degree discipline, or that list a degree as preferred rather than required, are vulnerable to USCIS specialty occupation challenges. Your employer should document the theoretical and practical application of that specific degree in the job description.
Which SOC codes do employers typically use for H-1B LCAs in this role?
Employers most commonly file under SOC 17-2199 (Engineers, All Other) or 15-1252 (Software Developers and Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers), depending on whether the role leans toward hardware-software integration or pure software development. The SOC code determines which prevailing wage the DOL certifies on the LCA, so it directly affects your minimum offer. You can cross-reference both codes in O*NET to see the official task and knowledge profiles.
How do I find companies actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Systems Engineer roles?
Search Migrate Mate and filter by occupation code to surface employers with verified LCA filing history for Systems Engineer positions. DOL LCA disclosure data is the most reliable signal because it reflects actual government filings, not self-reported company claims. Employers who have filed multiple LCAs for this job title already understand the process, which reduces administrative friction on your end.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new employer mid-project without losing status?
Yes. Under H-1B portability rules, you can start working for a new employer as soon as the transfer petition is filed with USCIS, as long as your previous H-1B was approved and you've maintained lawful status. You don't need to wait for approval. For systems roles with ongoing security clearances or classified project access, confirm that your clearance can transfer simultaneously with your visa status.
What happens to my H-1B if my employer's defense or government contract ends?
You enter a 60-day grace period from your last day of employment. During that window you can file a change of status, start a transfer petition with a new employer, or prepare to depart. Because systems engineering roles are heavily concentrated in defense and federal contracting, contract end dates are a real layoff trigger. Filing a transfer petition early, rather than waiting until a contract formally closes, protects your status window.