H-1B1 Chile Visa Data Center Engineer Jobs
Data Center 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 the Labor Condition Application directly, and you apply at a U.S. consulate in Chile.
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Transform the backbone of digital infrastructure by leading a dynamic team that builds and maintains the critical networks powering global technology. In this role, you'll drive operational excellence, optimize data center deployment strategies, and create seamless connectivity solutions that support Amazon's massive technological ecosystem.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the clouds running. We support all AWS data centers and all the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
The ideal candidate will possess a technology background that enables them to understand the complexities of the sophisticated network architecture of Amazon data centers. To be a qualified candidate for this role you must have experience operating in large-scale data center or a background in telecom networks and display a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically, as this is needed to align the future of Infrastructure Delivery with the larger objectives of the business.
You will be responsible for managing a group of technicians who are installing and building server rack capacity for our customers. You must be passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to innovations in Data Center Infrastructure.
- Managing and developing teams of technicians and engineers, providing both technical and leadership expertise and ensuring the highest levels of performance.
- Delivering capacity to existing Data Centers
- Helping build and bring online new Data Centers
- Constantly improving all our processes and procedures. We believe there is nothing we cannot improve
- Assisting & managing relationships with external vendors & contractors
- Liaising with internal teams & management groups
- Ensuring we adhere to and exceed local Health & Safety standards in all our Data Centers
- Creating and maintaining metrics on all aspects of our Data Centers and utilizing those metrics to drive positive changes
- Assisting in implementing service methodologies including incident management, problem management, change management, capacity management, etc.
This role supports data centers in various operational stages. The position may be assigned to a facility still under development, which could require travel to established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully operational.
Essential Requirements:
- Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of TCP/IP networking, network cabling, fiber, optic types, and test equipment experience
- 2+ years of management/team lead function experience
- 2+ years of in a data center technology role experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field (e.g., Computer Science, Network Engineering), or experience in professional or military IT-related roles
- Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
- Knowledge of networking infrastructure topology
- Experience conducting behavioral interviews and hiring
- Certifications in a relevant field (CCENT, Network+, CCNA)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, IN, New Carlisle - 78,400.00 - 137,300.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Transform the backbone of digital infrastructure by leading a dynamic team that builds and maintains the critical networks powering global technology. In this role, you'll drive operational excellence, optimize data center deployment strategies, and create seamless connectivity solutions that support Amazon's massive technological ecosystem.
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the clouds running. We support all AWS data centers and all the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
Key job responsibilities
The ideal candidate will possess a technology background that enables them to understand the complexities of the sophisticated network architecture of Amazon data centers. To be a qualified candidate for this role you must have experience operating in large-scale data center or a background in telecom networks and display a demonstrated ability to think broadly and strategically, as this is needed to align the future of Infrastructure Delivery with the larger objectives of the business.
You will be responsible for managing a group of technicians who are installing and building server rack capacity for our customers. You must be passionate about Customer Experience, think and act globally and want to contribute to innovations in Data Center Infrastructure.
- Managing and developing teams of technicians and engineers, providing both technical and leadership expertise and ensuring the highest levels of performance.
- Delivering capacity to existing Data Centers
- Helping build and bring online new Data Centers
- Constantly improving all our processes and procedures. We believe there is nothing we cannot improve
- Assisting & managing relationships with external vendors & contractors
- Liaising with internal teams & management groups
- Ensuring we adhere to and exceed local Health & Safety standards in all our Data Centers
- Creating and maintaining metrics on all aspects of our Data Centers and utilizing those metrics to drive positive changes
- Assisting in implementing service methodologies including incident management, problem management, change management, capacity management, etc.
This role supports data centers in various operational stages. The position may be assigned to a facility still under development, which could require travel to established locations for training until your designated site becomes fully operational.
Essential Requirements:
- Ability to travel to or commute between data center locations as needed
- Willingness to temporarily work at alternative sites during training periods or until assigned facility is operational
- Travel frequency will vary based on business needs and operational status of assigned facility
Candidates must be able to travel (over 50 miles) or commute (less than 50 miles) to active data center sites as required by business needs.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of TCP/IP networking, network cabling, fiber, optic types, and test equipment experience
- 2+ years of management/team lead function experience
- 2+ years of in a data center technology role experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field (e.g., Computer Science, Network Engineering), or experience in professional or military IT-related roles
- Work a flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays
- Knowledge of networking infrastructure topology
- Experience conducting behavioral interviews and hiring
- Certifications in a relevant field (CCENT, Network+, CCNA)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, IN, New Carlisle - 78,400.00 - 137,300.00 USD annually
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Data Center Engineer
Align your credentials to U.S. specialty occupation standards
USCIS requires your degree to directly relate to the Data Center Engineer role. A Chilean engineering or computer science degree qualifies, but a general IT diploma may not. Get a credential evaluation from a recognized U.S. agency before applying.
Target employers already filing LCAs for infrastructure roles
Search the OFLC Wage Search tool for certified Labor Condition Applications under SOC code 17-2061 or 15-1244. Employers with recent filings for those codes already understand H-1B1 Chile sponsorship and won't need to be educated on the process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers by role
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with verified H-1B1 Chile filing history filtered by occupation, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never sponsored a Chilean national for a data center or infrastructure role.
Clarify the LCA prevailing wage requirement with your employer
Your employer must certify your offered salary meets the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job location and title. Pull the wage level for your metro area from the OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations so you know the floor.
Prepare your consular packet before the offer stage
H-1B1 Chile applications go to a U.S. consulate, not USCIS. Gather your passport, certified LCA, employment letter, degree certificates, and DS-160 confirmation early. Consular appointment slots in Santiago can book out several weeks in advance.
Check your job description against O*NET occupation requirements
Data center roles span a wide range of duties. Use O*NET to confirm your specific job duties and required knowledge match the specialty occupation definition. A mismatch between your offer letter and the occupation profile can trigger a consular denial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Center Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B1 Chile?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Roles focused on physical infrastructure, power systems, or network hardware typically qualify. Generic IT support roles that don't require a specific degree may not meet the specialty occupation standard.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from H-1B for Data Center Engineer roles?
The H-1B1 Chile visa has no lottery and no USCIS petition requirement, so your employer files only a Labor Condition Application with DOL and you apply directly at a U.S. consulate in Chile. The H-1B visa requires a full USCIS petition with a random lottery selection. For Data Center Engineers, H-1B1 Chile is faster and more predictable, though it does not allow dual intent the way a pending I-140 can for some H-1B holders.
Can I switch employers after starting work on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application and you'll need to return to a U.S. consulate in Chile to obtain a new H-1B1 visa stamp before reentering. Unlike H-1B portability under AC21, H-1B1 Chile status does not transfer automatically. Build that consular timeline into your job transition plan before resigning.
How do I find Data Center Engineer jobs where employers are ready to sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified H-1B1 Chile filing history, which is the fastest way to identify companies already set up to sponsor Chilean nationals. You can search by occupation and location to target data center and infrastructure roles specifically, avoiding employers who have never filed an LCA for this visa category.
How long does H-1B1 Chile consular processing take for Data Center Engineers?
Processing time depends on appointment availability at the U.S. Embassy or consulate in Chile and whether your application requires additional administrative review. In straightforward cases, applicants typically receive a visa decision within a few business days of the interview. Building in four to six weeks from LCA certification to visa stamp is a reasonable planning window, though it can move faster.