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Staff DevOps Engineers occupy a specialty occupation category that qualifies for H-1B visa sponsorship, with roles typically requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Large tech, fintech, and enterprise software companies file LCAs for this title regularly, making it one of the more sponsorship-active senior engineering roles.
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Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Staff DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and optimize scalable DevOps solutions that support the build, release, and deployment of modern cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise with DevOps tools, CI/CD processes, and Azure cloud services, along with a deep understanding of source control and release automation.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
- Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes.
- Drive best practices for DevOps processes, including continuous integration, continuous delivery, and infrastructure as code.
- Manage and optimize source code repositories and branching strategies using tools like GitHub and Azure Repos.
- Build and maintain release automation workflows using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar tools.
- Provision, configure, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and high availability.
- Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline delivery pipelines and improve deployment frequency.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to ensure reliability and efficiency.
- Implement and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
- Ensure compliance with security standards and implement DevSecOps practices across pipelines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 10+ years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or related roles.
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Source code management systems (GitHub, Azure Repos)
- CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
- Proven expertise in build and release automation processes.
- Solid experience in Azure cloud platform, including:
- Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Azure Database for PostgreSQL
- Azure Service Bus
- Azure Cache for Redis
- Azure AD B2C
- Azure API Management (APIM)
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools.
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Cloud Infrastructure & Identity Management
Design, configure, and maintain Azure infrastructure including CDN rules, Key Vault secrets/certificates, managed identities, and B2C tenant integrations for mobile applications across multiple environments (Dev, QA, Prod).
-
CI/CD Pipeline Development & Automation
Build and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for mobile app builds (iOS/Android), including secure file management, environment-specific configurations, and automated deployments to TestFlight and Google Play Console.
-
Mobile Backend & API Platform Configuration
Configure backend services including APIM policies, JWT validation, Service Bus authentication, SSL certificate pinning, and mobile Graph API integrations to support Flutter mobile applications.
-
Firebase & Push Notification Infrastructure
Set up and manage Firebase projects, configure APNs authentication keys, manage Firebase Admin SDK credentials in Key Vault, and ensure reliable push notification delivery for both iOS and Android platforms.
-
Security, Compliance & Release Management
Implement security controls including certificate management, keystore generation, provisioning profile management, and coordinate cross-functional releases ensuring all pre-deployment checklists and environment registrations are validated.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience implementing infrastructure automation using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and security integration in CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience working in microservices and cloud-native architectures.
- Familiarity with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, etc.).
- Experience in high-availability, distributed systems environments.
- Relevant Azure certifications preferred, such as:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
- Kubernetes/AKS-related certifications (e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator - CKA, CKAD)
COMPENSATION
- The base pay for this position is $86,700.00 – $173,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
APPLY NOW
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
INTRODUCTION
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.
Working at Abbott
At Abbott, you can do work that matters, grow, and learn, care for yourself and your family, be your true self, and live a full life. You’ll also have access to:
- Career development with an international company where you can grow the career you dream of.
- Employees can qualify for free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
- An excellent retirement savings plan with a high employer contribution.
- Tuition reimbursement, the Freedom 2 Save student debt program, and FreeU education benefit - an affordable and convenient path to getting a bachelor’s degree.
- A company recognized as a great place to work in dozens of countries worldwide and named one of the most admired companies in the world by Fortune.
- A company that is recognized as one of the best big companies to work for as well as the best place to work for diversity, working mothers, female executives, and scientists.
THE OPPORTUNITY
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Staff DevOps Engineer to design, implement, and optimize scalable DevOps solutions that support the build, release, and deployment of modern cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise with DevOps tools, CI/CD processes, and Azure cloud services, along with a deep understanding of source control and release automation.
WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON
- Design, implement, and maintain robust CI/CD pipelines to automate build, test, and deployment processes.
- Drive best practices for DevOps processes, including continuous integration, continuous delivery, and infrastructure as code.
- Manage and optimize source code repositories and branching strategies using tools like GitHub and Azure Repos.
- Build and maintain release automation workflows using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or similar tools.
- Provision, configure, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalability, security, and high availability.
- Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline delivery pipelines and improve deployment frequency.
- Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements to ensure reliability and efficiency.
- Implement and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
- Ensure compliance with security standards and implement DevSecOps practices across pipelines.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- 10+ years of experience in DevOps, Site Reliability Engineering, or related roles.
- Strong hands-on experience with:
- Source code management systems (GitHub, Azure Repos)
- CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)
- Proven expertise in build and release automation processes.
- Solid experience in Azure cloud platform, including:
- Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Azure Database for PostgreSQL
- Azure Service Bus
- Azure Cache for Redis
- Azure AD B2C
- Azure API Management (APIM)
- Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell).
- Experience with monitoring and logging tools.
-
Cloud Infrastructure & Identity Management
Design, configure, and maintain Azure infrastructure including CDN rules, Key Vault secrets/certificates, managed identities, and B2C tenant integrations for mobile applications across multiple environments (Dev, QA, Prod).
-
CI/CD Pipeline Development & Automation
Build and maintain Azure DevOps pipelines for mobile app builds (iOS/Android), including secure file management, environment-specific configurations, and automated deployments to TestFlight and Google Play Console.
-
Mobile Backend & API Platform Configuration
Configure backend services including APIM policies, JWT validation, Service Bus authentication, SSL certificate pinning, and mobile Graph API integrations to support Flutter mobile applications.
-
Firebase & Push Notification Infrastructure
Set up and manage Firebase projects, configure APNs authentication keys, manage Firebase Admin SDK credentials in Key Vault, and ensure reliable push notification delivery for both iOS and Android platforms.
-
Security, Compliance & Release Management
Implement security controls including certificate management, keystore generation, provisioning profile management, and coordinate cross-functional releases ensuring all pre-deployment checklists and environment registrations are validated.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience implementing infrastructure automation using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
- Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and security integration in CI/CD pipelines.
- Experience working in microservices and cloud-native architectures.
- Familiarity with observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, Azure Monitor, etc.).
- Experience in high-availability, distributed systems environments.
- Relevant Azure certifications preferred, such as:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
- Kubernetes/AKS-related certifications (e.g., Certified Kubernetes Administrator - CKA, CKAD)
COMPENSATION
- The base pay for this position is $86,700.00 – $173,300.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.
APPLY NOW
Learn more about our health and wellness benefits, which provide the security to help you and your family live full lives: www.abbottbenefits.com
Follow your career aspirations to Abbott for diverse opportunities with a company that can help you build your future and live your best life. Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
Connect with us at www.abbott.com, on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Abbott, and on Twitter @AbbottNews.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Staff Devops Engineer
Align your resume to SOC codes
LCA filings use Standard Occupational Classification codes, and Staff DevOps Engineers most often fall under SOC 15-1244. Framing your resume around infrastructure automation, CI/CD pipelines, and SRE responsibilities strengthens the specialty occupation argument your employer must make to USCIS.
Search LCA filing history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter Staff DevOps Engineer roles by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated the H-1B process for this exact occupation code rather than guessing at sponsorship willingness.
Confirm prevailing wage tier before negotiating
Run your target title and work location through the OFLC Wage Search before any offer conversation. DOL sets four wage levels for each SOC code, and your offer must meet the certified LCA wage, so knowing Level III or Level IV thresholds for your metro gives you a realistic floor.
Distinguish staff from senior on your credentials
Hiring managers and immigration counsel both scrutinize whether your experience justifies a staff-level designation, which affects the wage tier on the LCA. Document system-wide ownership, cross-team technical leadership, and scope of infrastructure decisions explicitly in your portfolio and resume.
Ask about cap-exempt entity affiliations early
If a company has a nonprofit research arm or university partnership, it may qualify as cap-exempt, letting your petition bypass the annual H-1B lottery entirely. Ask HR whether the entity sponsoring your role has filed cap-exempt petitions before the offer stage, not after.
Time your start date around the October 1 activation window
Cap-subject H-1B petitions have an April filing window and an October 1 employment start date. If you're on OPT, verify your OPT end date against both the lottery timeline and any cap-gap protection period USCIS provides so you don't have an unauthorized gap between statuses.
H-1B Visa Staff Devops Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff DevOps Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. USCIS evaluates specialty occupation based on whether the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Staff DevOps Engineer roles involving infrastructure architecture, platform engineering, and systems reliability consistently meet this threshold. The O*NET profile for related SOC codes confirms the theoretical and practical application of computer science knowledge required.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Staff DevOps Engineers?
Enterprise software companies, cloud infrastructure firms, fintech organizations, and large-scale e-commerce platforms are the most active sponsors for this title. These employers file LCAs regularly under SOC codes tied to software and network systems occupations. You can browse verified sponsors filtered by this role on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with documented DOL Labor Condition Application filing history.
What happens to my H-1B status if I change employers after sponsorship?
You can change employers under H-1B portability rules once your petition has been approved and you've worked in H-1B status for at least a short period. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition before your current status ends. For Staff DevOps Engineers, the new LCA must reflect the prevailing wage for your role and work location at the new company.
How does the H-1B lottery affect my job search timeline as a DevOps professional?
Cap-subject petitions are filed in April for an October 1 start date, so if you're selected in the lottery, there's typically a six-month gap between filing and employment authorization. Some employers offer bridge arrangements or remote contracts during this window. If the target employer qualifies as cap-exempt, this timeline doesn't apply and your petition can be filed and approved year-round.
What documentation strengthens an H-1B petition for a Staff DevOps Engineer?
Your employer's counsel will need documentation showing the role requires a specialized degree and that your credentials match. Useful materials include a detailed job description specifying technical scope, your degree transcripts, any cloud or platform certifications, and evidence of staff-level responsibilities such as architecture ownership or cross-functional technical leadership. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the specialty occupation argument isn't sufficiently detailed in the initial filing.