H-1B1 Chile Visa iOS Engineer Jobs
iOS Engineer jobs in the U.S. are strong candidates for H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship because the role requires a directly related bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering. Chilean nationals can apply at the consulate without a lottery, and the 1,400-visa annual cap has never been exhausted.
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If you are interested in this position, please apply on Twitch's Career site.
About Us:
Twitch is the world’s biggest live streaming service, with global communities built around gaming, entertainment, music, sports, cooking, and more. It is where thousands of communities come together for whatever, every day.
We’re about community, inside and out. You’ll find coworkers who are eager to team up, collaborate, and smash (or elegantly solve) problems together. We’re on a quest to empower live communities, so if this sounds good to you, see what we’re up to on LinkedIn and X, and discover the projects we’re solving on our Blog. Be sure to explore our Interviewing Guide to learn how to ace our interview process.
ABOUT THE ROLE
The Mobile Core team develops frameworks and tools that empower engineering teams across Twitch to build compelling mobile experiences. In this role, you will directly contribute to creating and refining core features, such as Video Playback, while architecting strategic solutions for internal developers. Twitch is evolving its mobile strategy from native-first to a hybrid approach that leverages React in WebViews alongside native iOS capabilities. You'll work on high-impact initiatives including our hybrid web-to-mobile platform, performance optimization at scale, automated testing infrastructure, and developer tooling that accelerates velocity across the organization.
You will report to the Senior Engineering Manager for Mobile Core iOS and can work from either our Seattle, Irvine, San Francisco or our New York City offices.
YOU WILL
- Own and drive the technical strategy for foundational iOS components, native video playback infrastructure, and hybrid (React in WebView) frameworks
- Architect and build robust WebView infrastructure and bridges that enable seamless integration between React-based web content and native iOS functionality
- Lead performance optimization efforts for platform components used by millions of daily active users, establishing benchmarks and best practices
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to iOS engineers across multiple product teams and within Mobile Core, including onboarding and growing L4/L5 engineers
- Drive cross-organizational architectural decisions that balance developer velocity, app performance, and maintainability, representing Mobile Core's technical perspective in org-wide discussions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish and maintain development standards for hybrid mobile applications, influencing adoption across the mobile engineering organization
PERKS
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Disability Insurance
- 401(k)
- Maternity & Parental Leave
- Flexible PTO
- Amazon Employee Discount
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 6+ years of non-internship professional software development experience
- 6+ years of programming with at least one software programming language experience
- 6+ 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
- 6+ years of professional iOS development experience
- Strong proficiency with Swift and the iOS architectural components and ecosystem
- 6+ years of building and shipping production iOS applications to the Apple App Store
- A talent for building consensus around technical decisions and guiding the team along evolving architecture patterns
- Track record of leading major architectural initiatives, migrations, or platform-level projects
- Experience mentoring engineers and raising the technical bar across teams
- Experience leveraging AI-powered development tools (such as Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, Cursor, or similar) to accelerate development
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with hybrid mobile architectures, WebView integration, JavaScript bridges, React, or React Native
- Experience with video streaming or real-time communication technologies
- Experience working on platform or infrastructure teams that support multiple product teams
Twitch 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.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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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.
USA, CA, Irvine - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually
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USA, WA, Seattle - 168,100.00 - 227,400.00 USD annually
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Align your degree to the role description
Your Chilean degree must map directly to iOS engineering, not just general computing. A degree in systems engineering or computer science clears the specialty occupation bar. A business or unrelated technical degree will trigger an eligibility problem at the consulate.
Search DOL filings before applying anywhere
Run your target employers through the OFLC Wage Search before submitting applications. Companies that file Labor Condition Applications for software roles are already familiar with H-1B1 Chile sponsorship mechanics, cutting weeks off the offer-to-visa timeline.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified H-1B1 sponsors
Targeting employers who have sponsored H-1B1 Chile visas before removes the education step from every recruiter conversation. Migrate Mate surfaces those employers by role and filing history, so your iOS Engineer job search starts with confirmed sponsors.
Request the LCA before accepting any offer
The employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and receive certification before your consulate appointment can proceed. Confirm the hiring team knows this step exists and has counsel or a filing process ready. Gaps here stall start dates by weeks.
Bring O*NET documentation to your visa interview
Consular officers assess whether iOS engineering qualifies as a specialty occupation. Print the O*NET occupation profile showing the standard education requirements for software developers. It gives the officer a government-sourced reference point and reduces back-and-forth questioning.
Account for the 18-month validity cycle in your contract
H-1B1 Chile visas are issued in one-year increments, renewable indefinitely but never extending beyond 18 months per period. Negotiate your employment agreement to include renewal support from day one so sponsorship continuity doesn't depend on a mid-cycle HR conversation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an iOS Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation under H-1B1 Chile rules?
Yes. iOS engineering requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field, which satisfies the specialty occupation definition. The role's technical complexity and degree requirement are well established, so most consular officers process these applications without significant pushback on occupational eligibility.
How does H-1B1 Chile differ from H-1B for iOS Engineer roles?
The H-1B1 Chile visa has no lottery and a 1,400-visa annual cap that has never been reached, so Chilean iOS engineers can apply year-round without registration windows. Processing happens at the consulate, not through USCIS. The trade-off is that H-1B visa1 Chile doesn't allow dual intent, meaning it's a nonimmigrant visa only, while H-1B holders can pursue permanent residency simultaneously.
How do I find iOS Engineer employers who already know how to sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-1B1 Chile filing history, so you can identify employers who have sponsored the visa before and skip the explanation step with recruiters. This is the most practical starting point because it targets companies already familiar with the Labor Condition Application process specific to Chilean nationals.
Can I switch iOS Engineer employers after starting on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, but you can't port the visa the way an H-1B holder can. Your new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and you'll need a new consulate appointment in Chile to obtain a visa reflecting the new employer. Plan for a gap between your last day and your new start date if consulate appointment availability is limited.
What documents should my employer prepare to support the H-1B1 Chile petition for an iOS Engineer?
The employer needs a certified Labor Condition Application from DOL, a formal job offer letter specifying the iOS Engineer role and its degree requirements, and evidence that the position qualifies as a specialty occupation. You'll also need your academic credentials, Chilean passport, and DS-160 application. Some consulates request a degree equivalency evaluation if your credential is from a Chilean institution.