H-1B Visa Web Developer Jobs
Web Developer roles qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field. Many employers in tech, finance, and e-commerce have active H-1B filing histories, and the 85,000-cap lottery runs each April for an October 1 start date.
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At Utah Valley University, the Web Developer plays a key role in shaping a dynamic and accessible digital experience that supports students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across departments, translating various needs into intuitive, user-centered web solutions that enhance engagement and accessibility. By leveraging modern web technologies and the university’s content management system, the Web Developer contributes directly to UVU’s mission of delivering engaging, high-quality educational experiences.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys continuous learning and innovation. UVU values professionals who stay current with evolving best practices in front-end development, accessibility standards, analytics, and SEO. In a supportive and collaborative environment, the Web Developer not only builds and maintains impactful digital platforms but also grows their technical expertise while making a meaningful difference in how the university connects with its community.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Creates and maintains web pages and sites using the approved content management system.
- Uses HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other related front-end web languages to create and maintain UVU public- and internal-facing websites following University web guidelines and industry web best practices.
- Works with assigned departments and personnel to provide web assistance, basic maintenance, content management, and technical support.
- Works with departments to organize and guide projects, such as website builds, by following departmental procedures and guidelines.
- Ensures that projects stay within timeline, scope, and standard development methods and functionality.
- Keeps up-to-date on front-end web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/jQuery best practices, web accessibility guidelines, web analytics, SEO, and other related skills.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications
- A minimum of 1 year of related experience.
- A High School Diploma, or GED.
- Experience in front-end web development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with a content management system (CMS) like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal.
- Experience in responsive design and building web pages for multiple browsers and platforms.
- Experience with web standards and accessibility guidelines.
- Experience with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and web analytics tools.
- Proficiency with user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles.
- Proficiency in server-side languages, such as PHP, etc.
- Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
- Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (like Vue.js).
- Ability to work in an agile development environment.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge
- Basic knowledge of front-end web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Understanding of content management systems such as WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla.
- Proficient understanding of responsive web design, cross-browser compatibility, and mobile-first design principles.
- Familiarity with web standards, accessibility guidelines, and international web practices.
- Basic understanding of SEO principles and web analytics tools.
- Basic knowledge of server-side scripting.
Skills
- Basic proficiency in designing, developing, and managing web pages and websites using front-end web languages and content management systems.
- Capability to troubleshoot and resolve web development issues.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with software development tools and platforms.
- Basic understanding of UI/UX design principles to create intuitive and user-friendly web designs.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software and technologies.
Abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently, to drive web development projects to completion.
- Communication skills to effectively convey and discuss ideas, manage expectations, and relay technical information to non-technical personnel.
- Time management and organization skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines.
- Capability to troubleshoot and problem-solve effectively, displaying a high level of analytical and critical thinking.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Position Announcement
At Utah Valley University, the Web Developer plays a key role in shaping a dynamic and accessible digital experience that supports students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate across departments, translating various needs into intuitive, user-centered web solutions that enhance engagement and accessibility. By leveraging modern web technologies and the university’s content management system, the Web Developer contributes directly to UVU’s mission of delivering engaging, high-quality educational experiences.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys continuous learning and innovation. UVU values professionals who stay current with evolving best practices in front-end development, accessibility standards, analytics, and SEO. In a supportive and collaborative environment, the Web Developer not only builds and maintains impactful digital platforms but also grows their technical expertise while making a meaningful difference in how the university connects with its community.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Creates and maintains web pages and sites using the approved content management system.
- Uses HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other related front-end web languages to create and maintain UVU public- and internal-facing websites following University web guidelines and industry web best practices.
- Works with assigned departments and personnel to provide web assistance, basic maintenance, content management, and technical support.
- Works with departments to organize and guide projects, such as website builds, by following departmental procedures and guidelines.
- Ensures that projects stay within timeline, scope, and standard development methods and functionality.
- Keeps up-to-date on front-end web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript/jQuery best practices, web accessibility guidelines, web analytics, SEO, and other related skills.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications
- A minimum of 1 year of related experience.
- A High School Diploma, or GED.
- Experience in front-end web development using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working with a content management system (CMS) like WordPress, Joomla, or Drupal.
- Experience in responsive design and building web pages for multiple browsers and platforms.
- Experience with web standards and accessibility guidelines.
- Experience with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and web analytics tools.
- Proficiency with user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles.
- Proficiency in server-side languages, such as PHP, etc.
- Familiarity with version control systems, such as Git.
- Experience with modern JavaScript frameworks (like Vue.js).
- Ability to work in an agile development environment.
- Experience working in cross-functional teams.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
Knowledge
- Basic knowledge of front-end web technologies, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Understanding of content management systems such as WordPress, Drupal, or Joomla.
- Proficient understanding of responsive web design, cross-browser compatibility, and mobile-first design principles.
- Familiarity with web standards, accessibility guidelines, and international web practices.
- Basic understanding of SEO principles and web analytics tools.
- Basic knowledge of server-side scripting.
Skills
- Basic proficiency in designing, developing, and managing web pages and websites using front-end web languages and content management systems.
- Capability to troubleshoot and resolve web development issues.
- Strong computer skills, including proficiency with software development tools and platforms.
- Basic understanding of UI/UX design principles to create intuitive and user-friendly web designs.
- Ability to learn and adapt to new software and technologies.
Abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently, to drive web development projects to completion.
- Communication skills to effectively convey and discuss ideas, manage expectations, and relay technical information to non-technical personnel.
- Time management and organization skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and meet deadlines.
- Capability to troubleshoot and problem-solve effectively, displaying a high level of analytical and critical thinking.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Web Developer
Verify your degree aligns with the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to web development. A computer science or software engineering degree clears this cleanly. An unrelated degree paired with years of development work may trigger a Request for Evidence.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
Look up the prevailing wage for Web Developer (SOC 15-1254) in your target city before you negotiate. Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above that level, so knowing the floor protects you.
Target cap-exempt employers for faster timelines
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt. You can start any time of year without entering the April lottery, which matters if you're approaching an OPT expiration.
Find sponsors using Migrate Mate's LCA data
Filter by web development job titles on Migrate Mate to see which employers have active Labor Condition Application filing history. That filing history confirms an employer has sponsored H-1B roles in your occupation, not just claimed openness to it.
Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled
If you're on STEM OPT and transitioning to H-1B, your current employer must be E-Verify enrolled. Ask HR before your cap-gap period begins to avoid an authorization gap if your OPT expires before October 1.
Review the I-129 specialty occupation evidence early
Ask your employer's attorney what evidence will support the specialty occupation classification for your specific role. Job descriptions listing a degree as 'preferred' rather than 'required' are a common source of RFEs for web development petitions.
H-1B Visa Web Developer: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Web Developer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science, software engineering, or information technology. USCIS evaluates the job description, not just the title. Roles where any degree satisfies the requirement, regardless of field, are more likely to receive a specialty occupation RFE.
How do I find Web Developer jobs where the employer has a real H-1B filing history?
Search Web Developer roles on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers based on DOL Labor Condition Application filing data. An employer that has filed LCAs for comparable roles has an established process, which reduces delays and signals genuine sponsorship capacity rather than a vague openness to H-1B hiring.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B as a Web Developer?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can change to a new employer in the same or a similar occupational classification once your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for 180 days or more. Outside of that scenario, your new employer must file a fresh H-1B transfer petition before you start work.
What happens to my H-1B status if I'm laid off from a Web Developer role?
You get a 60-day grace period after your employment ends to find a new sponsoring employer, file for a change of status, or depart the U.S. Your new employer must file an H-1B transfer petition during that window. USCIS does not grant extensions of the grace period, so starting your job search immediately matters.
Does working as a freelance or contract Web Developer affect my H-1B status?
H-1B status is tied to a specific employer-employee relationship. Freelancing for clients or taking on independent contracting work outside your sponsoring employer's scope can violate your status, even if the work is web development. Some staffing arrangements are valid H-1B structures, but the placement employer must maintain the legal employment relationship and control over the work.