H-1B1 Chile Visa Design Engineer Jobs
Design Engineer jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are a direct path for Chilean engineers to work in the U.S. without entering a lottery. The H-1B1 Chile program reserves 1,400 annual visas exclusively for Chilean nationals, and that cap has never filled, meaning your application competes on merit, not luck.
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Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
The Company operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.
The Product Design team is a small but influential team that steers the future of the core Snapchat application. Our Design Engineers work closely with the CEO and various cross-functional leaders to create a design-led roadmap to build products and experiences that bring our community together in new and special ways.
We’re looking for a Design Engineer to join our Design team at Snap Inc!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll do:
- Conceive, prototype, and iterate new products
- Quickly bring new ideas to life through functional, iOS prototypes
- Build creative tooling and internal systems that change and improve how teams across Snap work
- Occasionally prototype on other platforms, including web, AR, and AI
- Help drive the design process with engineering teams to ship these new products to users
- Invent new products by leveraging your technical background and passion for design
- Deliver outsized impact on products used by hundreds of millions of people every day
- Learn new skills and collaborate within a multi-functional design studio
- Work with product designers and user researchers to test new ideas and iterate on feedback
- Present and pitch your ideas and work directly to the CEO and company leadership
- Be a lead in cross-functional teams with product managers and engineering to polish and refine the end products we ship
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Knowledge and understanding of iOS software engineering principles
- Ability to know when it’s fine to abandon first principles for a quick proof-of-concept
- Ability to rapidly prototype fully functional mobile experiences
- Ability to think at a high level about product strategy
- Creative problem solving and the ability to iterate on solutions for challenging problems
- Adaptability in learning and applying evolving AI systems and tools to remain at the forefront of design and engineering trends
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BA in a technical field such as Computer Science or equivalent years of experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency with design and rapid prototyping software (e.g. AI, Figma, Sketch, Framer, Origami, Principle)
- Bringing something new to the table: whether that’s a new perspective on our product, a unique understanding of a particular field, or expertise in something like hardware, AI, 3D graphics, HCI, etc.
- A portfolio showcasing your work and strong mobile design skills
LOCATION
At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.
EEO STATEMENT
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).
OUR BENEFITS
Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
COMPENSATION
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC):
The base salary range for this position is $118,000-$176,000 annually.
Zone B:
The base salary range for this position is $112,000-$167,000 annually.
Zone C:
The base salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000 annually.
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
If you believe this job description is missing required pay transparency information, please submit a report through this form: Job Description Pay Range Disclosure.
INTRODUCTION
Snap Inc is a technology company. We believe the camera presents the greatest opportunity to improve the way people live and communicate. Snap contributes to human progress by empowering people to express themselves, live in the moment, learn about the world, and have fun together.
The Company operates Snapchat, a visual messaging app that enhances your relationships with friends, family, and the world, and Specs Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary dedicated to making computing more human, in addition to Bitmoji, Saturn, and other digital services.
The Product Design team is a small but influential team that steers the future of the core Snapchat application. Our Design Engineers work closely with the CEO and various cross-functional leaders to create a design-led roadmap to build products and experiences that bring our community together in new and special ways.
We’re looking for a Design Engineer to join our Design team at Snap Inc!
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you’ll do:
- Conceive, prototype, and iterate new products
- Quickly bring new ideas to life through functional, iOS prototypes
- Build creative tooling and internal systems that change and improve how teams across Snap work
- Occasionally prototype on other platforms, including web, AR, and AI
- Help drive the design process with engineering teams to ship these new products to users
- Invent new products by leveraging your technical background and passion for design
- Deliver outsized impact on products used by hundreds of millions of people every day
- Learn new skills and collaborate within a multi-functional design studio
- Work with product designers and user researchers to test new ideas and iterate on feedback
- Present and pitch your ideas and work directly to the CEO and company leadership
- Be a lead in cross-functional teams with product managers and engineering to polish and refine the end products we ship
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Knowledge and understanding of iOS software engineering principles
- Ability to know when it’s fine to abandon first principles for a quick proof-of-concept
- Ability to rapidly prototype fully functional mobile experiences
- Ability to think at a high level about product strategy
- Creative problem solving and the ability to iterate on solutions for challenging problems
- Adaptability in learning and applying evolving AI systems and tools to remain at the forefront of design and engineering trends
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- BS/BA in a technical field such as Computer Science or equivalent years of experience
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Proficiency with design and rapid prototyping software (e.g. AI, Figma, Sketch, Framer, Origami, Principle)
- Bringing something new to the table: whether that’s a new perspective on our product, a unique understanding of a particular field, or expertise in something like hardware, AI, 3D graphics, HCI, etc.
- A portfolio showcasing your work and strong mobile design skills
LOCATION
At Snap Inc. we believe that being together in person helps us build our culture faster, reinforce our values, and serve our community, customers and partners better through dynamic collaboration. To reflect this, we practice a “default together” approach and expect our team members to work in an office 4+ days per week.
EEO STATEMENT
At Snap, we believe that having a team of diverse backgrounds and voices working together will enable us to create innovative products that improve the way people live and communicate. Snap is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law (by example, the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, where applicable).
OUR BENEFITS
Snap Inc. is its own community, so we’ve got your back! We do our best to make sure you and your loved ones have everything you need to be happy and healthy, on your own terms. Our benefits are built around your needs and include paid parental leave, comprehensive medical coverage, emotional and mental health support programs, and compensation packages that let you share in Snap’s long-term success!
COMPENSATION
In the United States, work locations are assigned a pay zone which determines the salary range for the position. The successful candidate’s starting pay will be determined based on job-related skills, experience, qualifications, work location, and market conditions. The starting pay may be negotiable within the salary range for the position. These pay zones may be modified in the future.
Zone A (CA, WA, NYC):
The base salary range for this position is $118,000-$176,000 annually.
Zone B:
The base salary range for this position is $112,000-$167,000 annually.
Zone C:
The base salary range for this position is $100,000-$150,000 annually.
This position is eligible for equity in the form of RSUs.
If you believe this job description is missing required pay transparency information, please submit a report through this form: Job Description Pay Range Disclosure.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Design Engineer
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation criteria
The H-1B1 Chile requires your engineering degree to directly correspond to the design engineering role. A mechanical engineering degree supporting a product design role qualifies; a general business degree does not. Cross-check the O*NET profile for Design Engineers to confirm the required field of study before applying.
Request an LCA before your offer letter is finalized
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before the consulate can process your H-1B1 visa. Ask hiring managers early whether their legal team has filed LCAs for this role before, so you don't lose weeks waiting on a first-time filing.
Search for employers with active H-1B1 Chile filing history
Not every company that hires engineers has filed H-1B1 Chile petitions. Use Migrate Mate to filter Design Engineer roles by employers with verified H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history, so you spend your time on companies already set up for this visa.
Target design-intensive industries with established sponsorship infrastructure
Aerospace, semiconductor, and industrial equipment manufacturers file H-1B1 Chile petitions more consistently than early-stage startups, which often lack immigration counsel. Focus your outreach on companies where design engineering is a core function, not a support role.
Benchmark your offered salary against OFLC Wage Search before negotiating
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific job title and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for Design Engineer under the correct SOC code before your offer discussion, so you can flag any gap before the LCA is submitted.
Prepare a portfolio demonstrating specialty occupation depth
Consular officers assess whether your role genuinely requires a theoretical and practical application of engineering. Bring documented project examples that show design complexity, not just execution tasks, to demonstrate your position qualifies as a specialty occupation under H-1B1 Chile standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Design Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, design engineering qualifies as a specialty occupation when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in engineering or a directly related field. USCIS evaluates whether the role's duties require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge. Roles focused on creative or iterative design work in mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering consistently meet this standard.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for Design Engineers?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and is processed at the consulate, not through USCIS. The annual cap is 1,400 visas for Chilean nationals, and it has never come close to filling. The tradeoff is that H-1B visa1 Chile does not allow dual intent, so it's better suited for engineers who aren't yet pursuing a green card.
How do I find Design Engineer employers who already sponsor the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Migrate Mate lets you filter Design Engineer job listings by employers with confirmed H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history, which saves time compared to approaching companies without immigration infrastructure. Employers in aerospace, automotive, and semiconductor manufacturing file for this role most consistently, and having prior filing history means less internal friction when your offer stage begins.
Can my employer file the H-1B1 Chile petition while I'm still in Chile?
Yes. The H-1B1 Chile is a consular-processed visa, meaning your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply for the visa stamp at a U.S. consulate in Chile rather than adjusting status inside the U.S. This makes it straightforward to begin the process before you relocate.
What happens to my H-1B1 Chile status if my Design Engineer role changes significantly?
A material change in job duties can affect your H-1B1 Chile status if the new responsibilities no longer align with the approved LCA or the specialty occupation definition. Your employer should file an amended LCA with DOL before the role change takes effect. Small scope expansions within the same engineering function typically don't require a new filing.