H-1B1 Chile Visa Development Engineer Jobs
Development Engineer jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are open to Chilean nationals under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. The H-1B visa1 skips the H-1B lottery, carries a 1,400-visa annual cap that rarely fills, and processes directly at the consulate, making it a practical path for engineers ready to work in the U.S.
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The Software Development Engineer in Test 2 is an intermediate-level professional role that participates in developing and maintaining test software source code to support a solution under the supervision of an assigned technical lead. As a member of a development team, specific work direction will be given, and the individual will be expected to solve moderately sophisticated technical issues and complete programming and quality assurance tasks with limited supervision.
This individual works with divine guidance to provide or support technology that furthers the mission of the Church and reflects the eternal impact of the gospel.
We value early, mid and late-career candidates and encourage all applicants with the posted skills and abilities to apply.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Help improve a centralized automated testing harness and testing framework to execute tests and provide automated quality reports
- Develop automated test code for software development projects
- Draft test plans and scripts to ensure alignment with standards and IT strategy
- Create test data with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flow
- Coordinate with users to plan user acceptance testing, alpha and beta testing
- Ensure that tests are successfully completed and documented, and problems are resolved using a Continuous Delivery model
- Provide estimates for QA tasks
- Participate in code reviews
- Contribute to the development of technical documentation
- Participate in our Defect Management process to identify and resolve issues
- Influence the design, testing, and measures required to protect solutions from security compromise or system failure
- Align with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements and help ensure all other are doing the same
- Assess risk and test for robustness and functionality in a Continuous Delivery model
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent professional work experience
- Three years of progressive relevant professional experience or significant internship
- Verifiable knowledge of the applicable technical systems and functions
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and written
- Moderate ability to solve problems in a timely manner
- Intermediate skill in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodology
- This job operates in a professional office environment
- To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience testing cloud-based applications in Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery in a service-oriented architecture
- Experience in testing systems for scalability, fault tolerance, load, and other operational areas for a data center-based service is beneficial
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
The Software Development Engineer in Test 2 is an intermediate-level professional role that participates in developing and maintaining test software source code to support a solution under the supervision of an assigned technical lead. As a member of a development team, specific work direction will be given, and the individual will be expected to solve moderately sophisticated technical issues and complete programming and quality assurance tasks with limited supervision.
This individual works with divine guidance to provide or support technology that furthers the mission of the Church and reflects the eternal impact of the gospel.
We value early, mid and late-career candidates and encourage all applicants with the posted skills and abilities to apply.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Help improve a centralized automated testing harness and testing framework to execute tests and provide automated quality reports
- Develop automated test code for software development projects
- Draft test plans and scripts to ensure alignment with standards and IT strategy
- Create test data with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flow
- Coordinate with users to plan user acceptance testing, alpha and beta testing
- Ensure that tests are successfully completed and documented, and problems are resolved using a Continuous Delivery model
- Provide estimates for QA tasks
- Participate in code reviews
- Contribute to the development of technical documentation
- Participate in our Defect Management process to identify and resolve issues
- Influence the design, testing, and measures required to protect solutions from security compromise or system failure
- Align with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements and help ensure all other are doing the same
- Assess risk and test for robustness and functionality in a Continuous Delivery model
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent professional work experience
- Three years of progressive relevant professional experience or significant internship
- Verifiable knowledge of the applicable technical systems and functions
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and written
- Moderate ability to solve problems in a timely manner
- Intermediate skill in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodology
- This job operates in a professional office environment
- To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience testing cloud-based applications in Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery in a service-oriented architecture
- Experience in testing systems for scalability, fault tolerance, load, and other operational areas for a data center-based service is beneficial
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law.
Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Development Engineer
Align your degree to the role
Development Engineer roles require a directly related bachelor's degree for H-1B1 visa eligibility. Use O*NET to confirm the occupation's standard educational requirements before applying, so your Chilean credentials map cleanly to what the employer must certify.
Request a prevailing wage check early
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying your salary meets the prevailing wage for your location and job title. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating your offer to understand what wage level your role and experience qualify for.
Target employers with active LCA filing history
Search Migrate Mate to filter Development Engineer roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 Chile. That filing history confirms the employer understands the sponsorship process, not just that they're open to it in theory.
Confirm your employer is E-Verify enrolled
H-1B1 visa employers must participate in E-Verify to verify your work authorization. Ask about E-Verify enrollment before the offer stage, not after, since non-enrolled employers must register before your visa can be activated.
Prepare your DS-160 and LCA documents in parallel
Because H-1B1 visa processes at the consulate rather than through USCIS, you'll attend a visa interview in Chile with your certified LCA, job offer letter, and DS-160 in hand. Coordinating these documents simultaneously shortens your total timeline between offer and start date.
Plan around the consulate interview, not USCIS processing
Unlike H-1B petitions, H-1B1 Chile requires no USCIS adjudication period. Your practical timeline is the consulate appointment wait plus document preparation. Factor this into your start date negotiation so you and your employer set a realistic target.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Development Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, provided the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a closely aligned discipline. Roles where any bachelor's degree is acceptable regardless of field generally don't qualify. Your employer certifies the degree requirement when filing the Labor Condition Application with DOL.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for Development Engineers?
The H-1B1 Chile is exclusive to Chilean nationals and bypasses the H-1B lottery entirely. The annual cap is 1,400 visas and has never been exhausted, so timing is not a constraint the way it is with H-1B. Processing happens at the U.S. consulate in Chile rather than through USCIS, which removes the petition adjudication step and can shorten the path from offer to start date.
How can I find Development Engineer employers who already sponsor the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified Labor Condition Application filing history, so you can identify employers who have specifically sponsored H-1B1 Chile roles rather than those who are simply open to sponsorship in general. Targeting employers with that filing record reduces time spent on outreach to companies unfamiliar with the process.
Can I switch Development Engineer employers after entering the U.S. on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, but the H-1B1 visa does not carry H-1B portability protections. Your new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and you'll need to return to the U.S. consulate in Chile for a new visa stamp before starting with them. Build that consulate appointment timeline into any job transition plan.
What engineering credentials from Chile does a U.S. employer need to verify for H-1B1 sponsorship?
Your employer or an authorized credential evaluator must confirm your Chilean degree is equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree in the relevant engineering field. A Chilean licenciatura or professional title in engineering typically satisfies this, but the employer must document the equivalency as part of the Labor Condition Application filing and retain it in the public access file.