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Embedded engineers pursuing U.S. roles can apply for H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship without entering a lottery. The 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills, and your interview happens at the U.S. consulate in Chile rather than waiting on USCIS petition approval, so timelines move faster than H-1B visa.
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We are looking for a Sr Embedded Software Development Engineer to help design, develop, and integrate our next generation devices. In this role you will work with customers, system architects, program managers and hardware engineers to implement, troubleshoot, fix kernel drivers, BSP for our next generation devices.
You will be responsible for the development of real-time embedded firmware and embedded Linux software that implements security controls for the platform.
Key job responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable C/C++ code for embedded systems
- Debug and troubleshoot issues in kernel drivers, BSP, and OS framework integration
- Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to problems found during product integration and in the field
- Develop and implement low-level embedded software including kernel device drivers, network stack components, platform porting, and other system-level programming activities
- Develop and customize BSP, graphics drivers, and platform ports for next-generation devices
- Develop, port, and test software and firmware layers within the Linux kernel and associated frameworks
- Maintain code quality, organization, and test automation
- Develop and maintain technical documentation
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members
- Participate in code and design reviews
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
- Experience in embedded development in C/C++
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Deep understanding of operating system internals including process scheduling, memory management, interrupt handling, and device I/O
- Experience with Linux kernel performance profiling and optimization across the full stack (user space, kernel space, driver layer, and hardware interfaces)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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, CA, Sunnyvale - 193,300.00 - 261,500.00 USD annually
USA, NY, New York - 184,900.00 - 250,200.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a Sr Embedded Software Development Engineer to help design, develop, and integrate our next generation devices. In this role you will work with customers, system architects, program managers and hardware engineers to implement, troubleshoot, fix kernel drivers, BSP for our next generation devices.
You will be responsible for the development of real-time embedded firmware and embedded Linux software that implements security controls for the platform.
Key job responsibilities
- Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable C/C++ code for embedded systems
- Debug and troubleshoot issues in kernel drivers, BSP, and OS framework integration
- Identify bottlenecks and bugs, and devise solutions to problems found during product integration and in the field
- Develop and implement low-level embedded software including kernel device drivers, network stack components, platform porting, and other system-level programming activities
- Develop and customize BSP, graphics drivers, and platform ports for next-generation devices
- Develop, port, and test software and firmware layers within the Linux kernel and associated frameworks
- Maintain code quality, organization, and test automation
- Develop and maintain technical documentation
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members
- Participate in code and design reviews
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 5+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
- 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team
- Experience in embedded development in C/C++
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 5+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, source control management, build processes, testing, and operations experience
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
- Deep understanding of operating system internals including process scheduling, memory management, interrupt handling, and device I/O
- Experience with Linux kernel performance profiling and optimization across the full stack (user space, kernel space, driver layer, and hardware interfaces)
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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, CA, Sunnyvale - 193,300.00 - 261,500.00 USD annually
USA, NY, New York - 184,900.00 - 250,200.00 USD annually
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Verify your degree field matches the role
H-1B1 Chile requires specialty occupation status, meaning your degree must directly correspond to embedded systems work. A general engineering degree supports most embedded roles, but a business or unrelated technical degree triggers closer consular scrutiny during your interview.
Search verified H-1B1 filers on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search by employers who have filed H-1B1 Chile Labor Condition Applications using Migrate Mate. That filing history confirms the employer already understands the LCA process and won't treat your visa as a novel complication during hiring.
Target embedded roles at defense-adjacent contractors carefully
Many embedded positions at defense contractors require security clearances. H-1B1 Chile holders are non-immigrant visa holders, and clearance eligibility is determined separately from your visa status. Confirm clearance sponsorship is on the table before investing time in those applications.
Confirm your employer files an LCA before you schedule your consular appointment
Your employer must submit a certified LCA to DOL before you can apply at the consulate. DOL targets seven business days for LCA certification. Don't book your consular appointment until you have the certified LCA in hand.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your salary negotiation
DOL requires your employer to pay the prevailing wage for your embedded role and work location. Pull the exact wage level from OFLC Wage Search before negotiating so you know the floor your employer must meet and can structure your ask above it.
Plan your re-entry around the two-year initial validity period
H-1B1 Chile is issued for one year at the consulate but can be extended in two-year increments. Unlike H-1B, there's no portability provision, so if you change employers mid-status, your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you must return to the consulate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do embedded engineering roles qualify as specialty occupations for H-1B1 Chile?
Yes. Embedded engineering roles typically require at minimum a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science, which satisfies the specialty occupation definition. The consular officer will confirm the degree-to-role connection during your interview. Roles that accept any four-year degree regardless of field are more likely to face pushback.
How is H-1B1 Chile different from H-1B for embedded engineers?
H-1B requires USCIS petition approval and enters you into a lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection chance. H-1B1 Chile has no lottery, a rarely-filled annual cap of 1,400 visas, and is processed entirely at the consulate. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 doesn't allow dual intent, so you can't simultaneously pursue permanent residency on that status.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B1 Chile visas for embedded roles?
Migrate Mate indexes DOL Labor Condition Application filing data so you can search specifically for employers who have filed H-1B1 Chile LCAs for engineering and embedded roles. That's more reliable than asking recruiters, who often confuse H-1B1 Chile with H-1B and don't know which one their company has previously used.
Can I start work before my consular interview is scheduled?
No. You must have a certified LCA, complete the DS-160, pay the MRV fee, and attend your consular interview before you can enter the U.S. on H-1B1 Chile status. There is no change-of-status pathway from within the U.S. for H-1B1 Chile; the visa must be obtained at a U.S. consulate abroad.
What happens to my H-1B1 Chile status if my embedded role is eliminated or I'm laid off?
H-1B1 Chile has no formal grace period codified the way H-1B's 60-day grace period is. If your employment ends, your status effectively lapses. You'd need to depart the U.S. or secure a new employer, have them file a fresh LCA, and return on a new H-1B1 Chile visa obtained at the consulate in Chile.