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Technical Program Manager roles consistently rank among the most H-1B visa-sponsored positions in tech, because employers need degree-backed cross-functional leadership that meets specialty occupation standards. Most sponsoring employers are large-scale software, cloud, and enterprise infrastructure companies filing LCAs under SOC code 15-1299 or 11-9041.
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The application window will be open until at least July 03, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date. Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Thornton, CO, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Addison, TX, USA.
ABOUT THE JOB
A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish. You’ll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. You're equally comfortable explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical tradeoffs in product development with engineers. Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $116000 - $166000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist upstream planning and acquisition teams in developing infrastructure requirements, priorities, and delivery date expectations.
- Manage the delivery of large scale network infrastructure projects involving long-haul dark fiber, metro fiber, leased capacity/circuits, and inside plant fiber from inception through delivery. Ensure facilities are delivered on schedule and meet technical specifications.
- Lead kickoff and regular project status meetings while keeping downstream teams at Google aware of project and delivery status.
- Oversee the program to handle all vendor handover documentation, i.e. LOA/CFA (Letter Of Authority, Customer Facility Assignment), DLR (Design Layout Record) Completion notification, test results and technical drawings while working with vendors and Google staff to coordinate and facilitate excellent record-keeping and communication.
- Serve as primary North/South America vendor contact.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 1 year of experience in program management.
- Experience with infrastructure projects (e.g., across software, hardware, data center, or networking).
- Experience working on infrastructure engineering teams or experience in service performance or quality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PMP certification.
- Experience working at a large scale technology company delivering a high volume of network build projects.
- Experience managing fiber and telecom vendors for the on-time delivery of fiber assets.
- Experience with fiber permitting, OSP fiber construction, splice, testing, and remediation.
- Experience creating processes and delivery improvements for fiber delivery activities.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
INTRODUCTION
The application window will be open until at least July 03, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date. Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Thornton, CO, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA; Addison, TX, USA.
ABOUT THE JOB
A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish. You’ll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. You're equally comfortable explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical tradeoffs in product development with engineers. Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business and industry. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology, and tools that help developers build more sustainably. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $116000 - $166000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist upstream planning and acquisition teams in developing infrastructure requirements, priorities, and delivery date expectations.
- Manage the delivery of large scale network infrastructure projects involving long-haul dark fiber, metro fiber, leased capacity/circuits, and inside plant fiber from inception through delivery. Ensure facilities are delivered on schedule and meet technical specifications.
- Lead kickoff and regular project status meetings while keeping downstream teams at Google aware of project and delivery status.
- Oversee the program to handle all vendor handover documentation, i.e. LOA/CFA (Letter Of Authority, Customer Facility Assignment), DLR (Design Layout Record) Completion notification, test results and technical drawings while working with vendors and Google staff to coordinate and facilitate excellent record-keeping and communication.
- Serve as primary North/South America vendor contact.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 1 year of experience in program management.
- Experience with infrastructure projects (e.g., across software, hardware, data center, or networking).
- Experience working on infrastructure engineering teams or experience in service performance or quality.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PMP certification.
- Experience working at a large scale technology company delivering a high volume of network build projects.
- Experience managing fiber and telecom vendors for the on-time delivery of fiber assets.
- Experience with fiber permitting, OSP fiber construction, splice, testing, and remediation.
- Experience creating processes and delivery improvements for fiber delivery activities.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Technical Program Manager
Verify your degree aligns with specialty occupation
H-1B approval for TPM roles depends on demonstrating that your degree directly relates to program management. A computer science, engineering, or information systems degree strengthens the specialty occupation argument far more than a general business degree.
Target employers with certified LCA histories
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter employers who have filed LCAs under program manager SOC codes. Companies with repeated filings for this title are operationally familiar with the H-1B process and far less likely to withdraw sponsorship mid-hire.
Search verified H-1B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Filter Technical Program Manager roles by employers with documented H-1B filing history on Migrate Mate. This eliminates companies that list sponsorship as possible but have never actually filed, saving weeks of misdirected applications.
Negotiate premium processing into your offer timeline
USCIS premium processing upgrades I-129 adjudication to 15 business days. For TPM roles with defined project start dates, ask your employer to include this in the offer, since standard processing can run several months and delay your start date.
Clarify SOC code before your employer files the LCA
TPM roles get filed under varying SOC codes depending on how the employer categorizes the work. Confirm with HR whether the LCA will use a software development, management, or project management code, because the prevailing wage obligation and RFE risk differ significantly by classification.
Build a scope-of-work summary for your employer's petition
USCIS RFEs for TPM petitions often challenge whether the role genuinely requires a specialized degree. Prepare a concise written summary of your technical deliverables, systems you oversee, and engineering team dependencies to help your employer's attorney respond quickly if an RFE arrives.
H-1B Visa Technical Program Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Technical Program Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can, but it's not automatic. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical discipline. TPM positions that involve direct oversight of engineering systems, software architecture decisions, or cross-functional technical delivery are stronger candidates than roles defined primarily around scheduling and coordination. Your employer's petition language and the job description both shape the outcome.
Which employers most commonly sponsor H-1B visas for Technical Program Managers?
Large-scale software, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise technology companies file the most LCAs for TPM roles. You can verify which employers have certified LCAs for this title by searching the OFLC Wage Search by occupation. For a filtered list of employers actively hiring TPMs with H-1B sponsorship, Migrate Mate surfaces companies with documented filing histories so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness.
What happens to my H-1B status if my TPM role is reclassified or restructured after I'm sponsored?
A material change to your job duties, location, or employer entity can require an amended H-1B petition before the change takes effect. If your role shifts from a technical program focus to a general management or non-technical scope, that reclassification could affect specialty occupation standing. USCIS guidance treats a change in job duties that alters the underlying specialty occupation as a triggering event for an amended filing.
Can I switch employers as a sponsored Technical Program Manager without losing my H-1B?
Yes, through H-1B portability under AC21. If you've had an approved I-140 or have been in H-1B status for at least a year, you can start a new TPM role at a new employer while the transfer petition is pending, as long as the new role is in a same or similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file the transfer petition before your current status expires.
How does the H-1B cap lottery affect my timeline for a Technical Program Manager offer?
Cap-subject H-1B petitions follow an annual cycle: USCIS opens registration in March, conducts the lottery, and selected petitions can be filed for an October 1 start date. If your employer is not cap-exempt, you'll need a job offer in place well before the March registration window. Roles at universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government-affiliated employers are cap-exempt and can file year-round.