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H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship lets Chilean firmware engineers work in the U.S. without entering the H-1B lottery. With a 1,400-visa annual cap that rarely fills and consulate-based processing, qualified candidates with a job offer in embedded systems or hardware development can move faster than most visa categories allow.
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- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., C/C++, Java, Rust).
- Experience with C/C++ and Embedded RTOS.
- Experience with 3GPP LTE/NR protocols.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with 3GPP LTE/NR NAS protocol standards and Emergency Call Performance improvement.
- Experiences in modem software development/engineering, problem resolving and troubleshooting.
- Familiar with programming, scripting or engineering automation.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, self-sustaining and self-motivation at work.
About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to manage information at a massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers 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 engineer, 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 engineers 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.
With your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions. The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $163,000-$237,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Develop and customize modem software to meet customer and project requirements in NAS and Emergency Call Performance domain, analyzing and fixing modem protocol issues.
- Collaborate with region carriers to meet customer’s commercial product requirements.
- Provide on-site support in the carrier labs/sites to resolve important issues and get certification.
- Partner with cross-layer teams (PHY/AS/Non-access stratum/integrated management system) and cross-organization teams (Android Software, Technical Program Management/Hardware) to deliver high-quality Pixel modem Software.
- Generate ideas, develop features, build Software/Hardware systems or improve engineering processes to help product velocity and quality.
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.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 7 years of experience with software development in one or more programming languages (e.g., C/C++, Java, Rust).
- Experience with C/C++ and Embedded RTOS.
- Experience with 3GPP LTE/NR protocols.
Preferred qualifications:
- Master’s degree or PhD in Engineering, Computer Science, a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience with 3GPP LTE/NR NAS protocol standards and Emergency Call Performance improvement.
- Experiences in modem software development/engineering, problem resolving and troubleshooting.
- Familiar with programming, scripting or engineering automation.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, self-sustaining and self-motivation at work.
About the job
Google's software engineers develop the next-generation technologies that change how billions of users connect, explore, and interact with information and one another. Our products need to manage information at a massive scale, and extend well beyond web search. We're looking for engineers 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 engineer, 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 engineers 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.
With your technical expertise you will manage project priorities, deadlines, and deliverables. You will design, develop, test, deploy, maintain, and enhance software solutions. The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google’s artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $163,000-$237,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.
Responsibilities
- Develop and customize modem software to meet customer and project requirements in NAS and Emergency Call Performance domain, analyzing and fixing modem protocol issues.
- Collaborate with region carriers to meet customer’s commercial product requirements.
- Provide on-site support in the carrier labs/sites to resolve important issues and get certification.
- Partner with cross-layer teams (PHY/AS/Non-access stratum/integrated management system) and cross-organization teams (Android Software, Technical Program Management/Hardware) to deliver high-quality Pixel modem Software.
- Generate ideas, develop features, build Software/Hardware systems or improve engineering processes to help product velocity and quality.
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 Firmware Jobs
Benchmark your firmware role against OFLC wages
Before applying anywhere, run your target job title through the OFLC Wage Search to see the prevailing wage for your metro area. Employers must certify this wage on the LCA, so knowing the floor helps you evaluate offers and flag underpaying roles early.
Verify your degree field matches the petition
H-1B1 visa requires a specialty occupation with a direct-field degree. A Chilean electronics engineering degree supporting a firmware role is clean. A business or unrelated STEM degree covering the same role will draw scrutiny, so gather credential evaluation documentation before the employer files.
Target employers already filing LCAs for firmware titles
Search Migrate Mate to find U.S. employers with verified LCA filing history for firmware and embedded systems roles. These companies have already navigated the H-1B1 paperwork, making them far more likely to extend an offer that includes visa sponsorship.
Ask employers about their E-Verify enrollment upfront
H-1B1 workers must be employed by an E-Verify-enrolled employer. Raise this during initial conversations, not after an offer is extended. If a prospective employer isn't enrolled, the petition cannot proceed and you'll have wasted time in the interview process.
Prepare your LCA and DS-160 documents in parallel
Once your employer submits the LCA to DOL, consulate scheduling can begin immediately after certification. Have your DS-160 answers, Chilean passport, and employment offer letter ready so you're not losing weeks to document prep after the LCA clears.
Use the O*NET profile to strengthen your specialty occupation case
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for your firmware job code and confirm it lists a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer science as a standard entry requirement. This documentation directly supports the specialty occupation determination USCIS and consular officers assess.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does firmware engineering qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes. Firmware engineering requires at least a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation definition. The O*NET profile for embedded systems and firmware roles consistently lists these degrees as standard entry requirements, giving employers a solid basis for the LCA filing.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to H-1B for firmware engineers?
The H-1B1 skips the lottery entirely and processes at the consulate rather than through USCIS, which means faster timelines for Chilean firmware engineers with a job offer. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 doesn't allow dual intent, so you can't simultaneously pursue a green card while on H-1B1 status the way some H-1B holders do.
How do I find U.S. companies that sponsor H-1B1 visas for firmware roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search employers with verified LCA filing history in firmware and embedded systems. Companies that have already filed LCAs for these roles understand the process and are more likely to extend sponsorship offers. Filtering by occupation code and metro area narrows results to employers actively hiring for your specific skill set.
What happens if my H-1B1 petition is still pending when my current status expires?
H-1B1 doesn't have the same automatic cap-gap protection as H-1B. If your current visa status expires before your next H-1B1 is approved, you'd need to stop working and resolve the gap. Planning your renewal or employer transfer well before your status expiration date is essential to avoid an interruption in authorization.
Can a Chilean firmware engineer switch employers while on H-1B1 status?
Yes, but the new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL and you'll need a new H-1B1 visa stamp before starting work. Unlike H-1B portability rules, you can't begin working for the new employer based on a pending petition alone. The new consulate appointment and LCA certification must complete first.
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