H-1B1 Chile Visa Android Engineer Jobs
Android Engineer jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are open to Chilean nationals under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. No lottery, no USCIS petition, and the 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills. Employers file a Labor Condition Application with DOL, then you apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile.
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Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: San Jose, CA, USA; Waterloo, ON, Canada.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field or equivalent experience.
- 5 years of software development experience with one or more general purpose programming languages including but not limited to: GO, Java, Python, C/C++, C#, Objective C, Python, JavaScript, Kotlin.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of algorithms and their level of complexity.
- Excellent software and systems troubleshooting and debugging skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
ABOUT THE JOB
Google's software developers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for software developers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software developer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our software developers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $174000 - $252000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Canada: $182000 - $186000 (CAD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Help design/scale/deliver/lead an automated application evaluation framework including: intelligent application crawlers using computer vision and LLMs, AI vision models to detect spatial layout issues, rendering distortions, overlapping UI elements, and input collision issues specific to the XR environment, and Automated regression detectors that verify if new OS-level compatibility overrides resolve app issues without introducing regressions.
- Participate in the architectural design and implementation of a unified automated application runner for Android XR AppCompat.
- Build scalable application execution frameworks that run on physical devices, emulators, and cloud-hosted environments.
- Partner with Android and Android XR platform team to develop new capabilities to improve the application experiences in XR.
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.
For Canada Applicants:
This posting is for a new vacancy.
Google utilizes AI tools to assist in assessing candidates in our hiring processes.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: San Jose, CA, USA; Waterloo, ON, Canada.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field or equivalent experience.
- 5 years of software development experience with one or more general purpose programming languages including but not limited to: GO, Java, Python, C/C++, C#, Objective C, Python, JavaScript, Kotlin.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Excellent problem-solving skills and understanding of algorithms and their level of complexity.
- Excellent software and systems troubleshooting and debugging skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
ABOUT THE JOB
Google's software developers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to handle information at massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for software developers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking and data storage, security, artificial intelligence, natural language processing, UI design and mobile; the list goes on and is growing every day. As a software developer, you will work on a specific project critical to Google’s needs with opportunities to switch teams and projects as you and our fast-paced business grow and evolve. We need our software developers to be versatile, display leadership qualities and be enthusiastic to take on new problems across the full-stack as we continue to push technology forward.
For decades, the computing revolution has reshaped our world driven by breakthroughs in compute, connectivity, mobile, and now, AI. Google's XR team is at the forefront of the next major leap – the convergence of AI and XR. This is more than just new devices – it's about reimagining how we interact with the world around us. We're building a future where lightweight XR devices like smart glasses and headsets pair with helpful AI to augment human intelligence, offering personalized, conversational, and contextually aware experiences. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
US: $174000 - $252000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Canada: $182000 - $186000 (CAD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Help design/scale/deliver/lead an automated application evaluation framework including: intelligent application crawlers using computer vision and LLMs, AI vision models to detect spatial layout issues, rendering distortions, overlapping UI elements, and input collision issues specific to the XR environment, and Automated regression detectors that verify if new OS-level compatibility overrides resolve app issues without introducing regressions.
- Participate in the architectural design and implementation of a unified automated application runner for Android XR AppCompat.
- Build scalable application execution frameworks that run on physical devices, emulators, and cloud-hosted environments.
- Partner with Android and Android XR platform team to develop new capabilities to improve the application experiences in XR.
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 Visa Sponsorship as an Android Engineer
Verify your degree field matches Android engineering
The H-1B1 Chile requires a specialty occupation with a directly related bachelor's degree. A computer science or software engineering degree maps cleanly, but an unrelated degree may need a credential evaluation and experience documentation before your LCA is certified.
Search LCA filings for Android engineering roles
DOL certifies every H-1B visa1 Labor Condition Application before your consulate appointment. Use the OFLC Wage Search to find employers who have filed LCAs under SOC code 15-1252 and confirm they have active H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history, not just H-1B visa.
Find H-1B1 Chile sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history, so you're targeting employers who have already sponsored Chilean nationals rather than guessing from general job postings.
Use O*NET to strengthen your specialty occupation case
Android Engineer maps to O*NET's Software Developers occupation, which designates Job Zone 4 and requires a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Reference this profile when your employer is drafting the LCA to preempt any specialty occupation questions at the consulate.
Negotiate who covers the LCA filing costs
Unlike H-1B, the H-1B1 Chile has no USCIS filing fee, but the employer still bears DOL LCA costs. Get written confirmation before signing your offer that the employer will file and fund the LCA so there are no delays between your job acceptance and your consulate appointment.
Time your consulate appointment around Sprint cycles
H-1B1 Chile visas are issued for one year and require annual consular renewal. Android engineering roles often have project-critical phases. Schedule your renewal appointment during a low-intensity Sprint period so a processing delay doesn't disrupt a product launch or release cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Android Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Chile?
Yes. Android engineering requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, which satisfies the H-1B1 Chile specialty occupation standard. DOL certifies this when your employer files the Labor Condition Application under the Software Developers SOC code. If your employer lists the role more broadly, ask them to specify mobile software development in the job duties.
How does H-1B1 Chile compare to H-1B for Android Engineer jobs?
H-1B1 Chile skips the lottery entirely and is processed directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile, not through USCIS. The 1,400-visa annual cap for Chilean nationals has never been exhausted, so there's no wait for a slot. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 Chile doesn't allow dual intent, so you can't use it as a direct path to a green card the way some H-1B holders do.
How do I find Android Engineer employers who sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Android Engineer roles filtered by verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history. This shows employers who have already navigated the DOL certification process for Chilean nationals, which is a much stronger signal than a general 'visa sponsorship available' tag on a job posting.
Can I switch Android engineering jobs while on H-1B1 Chile status?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and get it certified before you can start. Unlike H-1B, H-1B1 Chile doesn't allow portability under AC21, so you can't begin working for the new employer the moment the petition is filed. Plan for a gap between your last day and your new LCA certification date.
What happens to my H-1B1 Chile status if my Android engineering project is paused or my role changes?
H-1B1 Chile status is tied to the specific job and employer listed on your certified LCA. If your role shifts substantially, for example from Android engineer to a general product manager role, your employer may need to file an amended LCA. A project pause that keeps you on payroll in your original role doesn't require a new filing, but a title change with different job duties typically does.