H-1B1 Chile Visa QA Engineer Jobs
QA 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 has no lottery, a 1,400-visa annual cap that rarely fills, and processes directly at the consulate, making it a faster and more predictable path than the H-1B for software quality professionals.
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Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Quality Assurance (QA) Automation Engineer is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. This role will be responsible for supporting the development and execution of quality assurance automation frameworks, tailored to specific application needs, while developing, executing, and maintaining manual and automated test cases based on business and technical requirements, including AI techniques to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Analyzing software requirements and documentation to ensure appropriate test coverage and traceability
- Supporting automation initiatives by contributing to the development and maintenance of test scripts and frameworks
- Collaborating with developers and QA team members to integrate testing into the software development lifecycle, including CI/CD pipelines
- Identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects, working closely with development teams to support resolution and promptly escalate issues as appropriate
- Participating in code reviews, QA reviews, and knowledge-sharing activities to promote consistency and quality standards
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess analytical skills needed for all primary duties, including comprehending and communicating complex concepts
- Exhibit working knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
- Demonstrate in-depth understanding of various automation frameworks, including Playwright, and other tools supporting web and mobile app testing
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science or a related field
- A minimum of three (3) years of advanced Automation Engineering experience
BENEFITS:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO). Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.
Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
PAY RANGE:
USD $125,000.00 - USD $145,000.00 /Yr.
ABOUT LATHAM & WATKINS:
Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong.
ABOUT THE ROLE:
The Quality Assurance (QA) Automation Engineer is an integral part of Latham’s Technology & Information Services team. This role will be responsible for supporting the development and execution of quality assurance automation frameworks, tailored to specific application needs, while developing, executing, and maintaining manual and automated test cases based on business and technical requirements, including AI techniques to enhance testing efficiency and effectiveness. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.
Responsibilities:
- Analyzing software requirements and documentation to ensure appropriate test coverage and traceability
- Supporting automation initiatives by contributing to the development and maintenance of test scripts and frameworks
- Collaborating with developers and QA team members to integrate testing into the software development lifecycle, including CI/CD pipelines
- Identifying, documenting, and tracking software defects, working closely with development teams to support resolution and promptly escalate issues as appropriate
- Participating in code reviews, QA reviews, and knowledge-sharing activities to promote consistency and quality standards
- Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Possess analytical skills needed for all primary duties, including comprehending and communicating complex concepts
- Exhibit working knowledge of software QA methodologies, tools, and processes
- Demonstrate in-depth understanding of various automation frameworks, including Playwright, and other tools supporting web and mobile app testing
- A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in computer science or a related field
- A minimum of three (3) years of advanced Automation Engineering experience
BENEFITS:
Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:
- Healthcare, life and disability insurance
- A generous 401k plan
- At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
- Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
- Professional development programs
- Employee discounts
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.
Latham & Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO). Please click the link below to review the Ordinance.
Please click here to review your rights under U.S. employment laws.
PAY RANGE:
USD $125,000.00 - USD $145,000.00 /Yr.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a QA Engineer
Verify your degree maps to QA
Your Chilean engineering or computer science degree must align directly with the QA Engineer role. Use O*NET to confirm the occupation's educational requirements so you can show the consular officer a clear degree-to-job match.
Benchmark your salary against prevailing wage
Before any offer, look up the Level I–IV wage for your target metro area using the OFLC Wage Search. Your offered salary must meet or exceed the prevailing wage for the SOC code tied to QA Engineer roles, or the LCA won't certify.
Find H-1B1 Chile sponsors on Migrate Mate
Search Migrate Mate to identify employers whose DOL Labor Condition Application filings show active H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history for QA and software quality roles, so you're targeting companies that have already navigated this visa category.
Target employers with existing LCA infrastructure
Mid-size software and fintech companies often have in-house immigration counsel who already understand LCA filing requirements. Prioritize roles at employers where job postings explicitly reference visa sponsorship for specialty occupation positions.
Get your LCA certified before the consulate date
The employer must have a certified LCA from DOL before you attend your visa interview. Confirm this step is complete in writing, since H-1B1 Chile applications are consulate-processed and a missing LCA will stall your approval on the day.
Prepare for specialty occupation questions at the interview
Consular officers assess whether QA Engineer qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field. Bring your degree credential, translated transcripts, and the job description to demonstrate the degree-job connection clearly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a QA Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, QA Engineer qualifies when the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. The employer must document this requirement in the Labor Condition Application and supporting materials. Roles that accept any degree or substitute years of experience without a degree requirement may face scrutiny at the consulate.
How is the H-1B1 Chile visa different from the H-1B for QA engineers?
The H-1B1 Chile has no lottery and a 1,400-visa annual cap that has never been exhausted, so Chilean QA engineers apply directly at the consulate without waiting for a USCIS registration or selection. The trade-off is that H-1B1 Chile doesn't confer dual intent, so you'll need to maintain nonimmigrant intent throughout your stay, unlike the H-1B which permits green card pursuit.
How can I find QA Engineer jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you filter job listings by employers with verified H-1B1 Chile Labor Condition Application filing history, so you're applying to companies that have already sponsored this visa category for software and QA roles. General job boards don't surface this filing data, which means you can't tell whether an employer will actually follow through on sponsorship.
What documents do Chilean QA engineers need for the H-1B1 Chile consulate interview?
You'll need your certified LCA from DOL, a support letter from the employer describing the QA Engineer role and its degree requirements, your Chilean passport valid for at least six months beyond the intended entry date, academic transcripts with certified translations if issued in Spanish, and your DS-160 confirmation. USCIS form I-129 is not required for H-1B1 Chile consulate applications.
Can a Chilean QA engineer renew the H-1B1 visa without leaving the U.S.?
The H-1B1 Chile is issued in one-year increments and requires renewal at a consulate outside the U.S. rather than through a USCIS status extension in most cases. Many Chilean QA engineers renew during a trip home or at a third-country consulate. Unlike H-1B, there's no change-of-status route that avoids a consulate visit for H-1B1 renewals.