H-1B Visa Staff Systems Engineer Jobs
H-1B visa jobs for Staff Systems Engineers are well-matched to the specialty occupation standard: the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related field. Sponsoring employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and an I-129 petition with USCIS, covering up to three years of status with extensions possible to six.
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Posting Start Date: 11/6/26
Job Location(s): Austin
If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.
At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.
Requisition ID: 79034
Description
The Skyworks, MSS-Timing Systems Engineering Team is an elite group of system design engineers skilled in high speed PCB designs, Multi-chip-module designs (both designs need expertise in signal integrity analysis and design, use of PCB design tools, thermal modelling), digital design (FPGA design, verification of mixed signal ICs), mixed-signal circuit analysis and modelling. The systems engineering team provides system and application level expertise to the IC design, software, firmware, validation and application engineering teams. System design engineers have a deep understanding of all aspects of timing system development including product definition, platform design and validation planning.
Responsibilities
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
The job responsibilities include:
- Architect analog sub-systems and create models for power, performance and area optimization for these sub-systems
- Create algorithms and collaborate with FW team to integrate these programs with the on-chip FW
- Collaborate with the design team to develop validation tests for silicon under development
- Work with our software team, architect and design optimal interfaces for application software to access modelling / optimization programs
Required Experience and Skills
- MSEE with 8 years of relevant experience or BSEE with 10 years of relevant experience
- Good understanding of phase locked loops, control theory and EM theory; Knowledge in communication theory, RF design and signal processing
- Possess at least two of the following four major areas of core competencies
- Experience with chip definition, verification and development in the PLL and/or mixed signal ICs
- Experience in developing sophisticated test methods with MATLAB/Python/Analog circuit simulators
- Experience with high speed PCB design and using industry leading EDA tools for PCB design, tools (experience with orCAD / Altium preferred)
- FPGA development experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Results oriented and practical minded
Desired Experience and Skills
- Experience with software application development for engineering analysis / design using Python/VB
- Knowledge of Verilog and Verilog-AMS
Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Job Title: Staff Systems Engineer
Posting Start Date: 11/6/26
Job Location(s): Austin
If you are looking for a challenging and exciting career in the world of technology, then look no further. Skyworks is an innovator of high-performance analog semiconductors whose solutions are powering the wireless networking revolution. Through our broad technology expertise and one of the most extensive product portfolios in the industry, we are Connecting Everyone and Everything, All the Time.
At Skyworks, you will find a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on global collaboration, minimal layers of management, and the freedom to make meaningful contributions in a setting that encourages creative thinking. We are excited about the opportunity to work with you and glad you want to be part of a team of talented individuals who together are changing the way the world communicates.
Requisition ID: 79034
Description
The Skyworks, MSS-Timing Systems Engineering Team is an elite group of system design engineers skilled in high speed PCB designs, Multi-chip-module designs (both designs need expertise in signal integrity analysis and design, use of PCB design tools, thermal modelling), digital design (FPGA design, verification of mixed signal ICs), mixed-signal circuit analysis and modelling. The systems engineering team provides system and application level expertise to the IC design, software, firmware, validation and application engineering teams. System design engineers have a deep understanding of all aspects of timing system development including product definition, platform design and validation planning.
Responsibilities
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
The job responsibilities include:
- Architect analog sub-systems and create models for power, performance and area optimization for these sub-systems
- Create algorithms and collaborate with FW team to integrate these programs with the on-chip FW
- Collaborate with the design team to develop validation tests for silicon under development
- Work with our software team, architect and design optimal interfaces for application software to access modelling / optimization programs
Required Experience and Skills
- MSEE with 8 years of relevant experience or BSEE with 10 years of relevant experience
- Good understanding of phase locked loops, control theory and EM theory; Knowledge in communication theory, RF design and signal processing
- Possess at least two of the following four major areas of core competencies
- Experience with chip definition, verification and development in the PLL and/or mixed signal ICs
- Experience in developing sophisticated test methods with MATLAB/Python/Analog circuit simulators
- Experience with high speed PCB design and using industry leading EDA tools for PCB design, tools (experience with orCAD / Altium preferred)
- FPGA development experience
- Excellent communication skills
- Results oriented and practical minded
Desired Experience and Skills
- Experience with software application development for engineering analysis / design using Python/VB
- Knowledge of Verilog and Verilog-AMS
Skyworks is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Staff Systems Engineer
Align your degree to your SOC code
Staff Systems Engineer roles typically map to SOC 17-2199 or 15-1299. Pull the O*NET profile for your target code and confirm your degree field directly matches the listed education requirements before applying. Misaligned credentials are the most common RFE trigger for systems engineering petitions.
Verify LCA coverage before accepting remote work
Each worksite listed in your offer letter needs its own certified LCA. If your employer plans hybrid or multi-office arrangements, confirm DOL has certified a separate LCA for every location where you'll work more than sporadically before your start date.
Search employers by verified H-1B filing history
Target companies that have filed H-1B visa petitions for systems engineering roles in recent years, not just those with open positions. Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified LCA filing history by occupation, so you can focus your applications on sponsors with a proven track record for your role type.
Request premium processing before your OPT expires
If you're transitioning from OPT, file with premium processing to get a USCIS decision within 15 business days. Missing the OPT end date without an approved petition or cap-gap protection can interrupt your authorization, so build in lead time for any RFE response period.
Benchmark your offer against OFLC prevailing wages
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role, level, and worksite. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the Level I through Level IV thresholds for your target metro before negotiations so you can spot underfiled wage levels early.
Clarify cap-exempt status for university or nonprofit roles
Staff Systems Engineer positions at universities, affiliated nonprofit research organizations, or government research entities may qualify as cap-exempt, letting your employer file year-round without waiting for the annual selection period. Confirm cap-exempt eligibility with USCIS guidance before assuming standard cap timing applies.
H-1B Visa Staff Systems Engineer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Systems Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, Staff Systems Engineer roles typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates the specific duties described in the petition, so your employer's job description should emphasize degree-level technical requirements, architecture design, and cross-functional systems integration rather than general coordination tasks.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor H-1B visas for systems engineering roles?
Start with Migrate Mate, which lists employers with verified H-1B LCA filing history searchable by occupation and location. DOL discloses certified LCA data publicly, so you can confirm an employer has actually filed for systems engineering roles rather than relying on a careers page that lists H-1B sponsorship as a possibility without a track record to back it up.
What level does USCIS typically assign to a Staff Systems Engineer, and does it affect my petition?
USCIS uses DOL's four-level wage framework. Staff-level roles generally fall at Level III or Level IV, reflecting substantial experience and independent judgment. If your employer files an LCA at Level I or II for a Staff Systems Engineer title, USCIS may issue an RFE questioning whether the wage reflects the role's actual complexity. Confirm the wage level matches the seniority described in your job duties before the LCA is submitted.
Can my H-1B cover multiple office locations if I work across sites as a Staff Systems Engineer?
No. Each worksite where you work more than sporadically requires its own certified LCA posted at that location before you begin work there. If your role involves rotating between offices or working at client sites, your employer must file a separate LCA for each location. A single LCA certified for one office does not extend H-1B authorization to unlisted worksites, regardless of how close they are geographically.
How long does H-1B status last for a Staff Systems Engineer, and what happens if I want to change employers?
H-1B status is initially granted for up to three years and can be extended to a six-year maximum. If you change employers, your new employer must file a separate H-1B petition with USCIS before you start the new role. Under H-1B portability rules, you can begin working for the new employer once the petition is filed and pending, provided you've maintained valid H-1B status throughout.