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Senior Software Developer jobs in the U.S. are a strong fit for H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship because the role requires a relevant bachelor's degree and qualifies as a specialty occupation. Chilean nationals skip the H-1B lottery, face a rarely-filled annual cap of 1,400 visas, and apply directly at a U.S. consulate in Chile.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in C++, C, or Python.
- 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
- 3 years of experience developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage or hardware architecture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
- 5 years of experience with data structures/algorithms.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.
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 handle information at 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.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.
We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $174,000-$252,000 + 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
- Write and test product or system development code.
- Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies.
- Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).
- Contribute to existing documentation or educational content and adapt content based on product/program updates and user feedback.
- Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues and the impact on hardware, network, or service operations 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.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Madison, WI, USA; New York, NY, USA.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience with software development in C++, C, or Python.
- 3 years of experience testing, maintaining, or launching software products, and 1 year of experience with software design and architecture.
- 3 years of experience developing large-scale infrastructure, distributed systems or networks, or experience with compute technologies, storage or hardware architecture.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree or PhD in Computer Science or related technical field.
- 5 years of experience with data structures/algorithms.
- 1 year of experience in a technical leadership role.
- Experience developing accessible technologies.
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 handle information at 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.
Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google's product portfolio possible. We're proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.
The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide.
We're the driving force behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $174,000-$252,000 + 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
- Write and test product or system development code.
- Participate in, or lead design reviews with peers and stakeholders to decide amongst available technologies.
- Review code developed by other developers and provide feedback to ensure best practices (e.g., style guidelines, checking code in, accuracy, testability, and efficiency).
- Contribute to existing documentation or educational content and adapt content based on product/program updates and user feedback.
- Triage product or system issues and debug/track/resolve by analyzing the sources of issues and the impact on hardware, network, or service operations 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 Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Software Developer
Verify your degree field matches the role
The H-1B1 visa requires a degree in a field directly related to the position. A computer science, software engineering, or information systems degree supports a Senior Software Developer petition. A general business or unrelated degree creates problems even with years of experience.
Check prevailing wages before salary negotiations
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your specific role and location. Look up the wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before discussing compensation so you can negotiate from the correct floor, not below it.
Target employers with active H-1B1 Chile LCA filings
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers who have already filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 Chile roles. These companies understand the process and won't treat your visa as an obstacle during hiring.
Clarify the consular filing process with your offer letter
Unlike H-1B, H-1B1 Chile is processed at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago, not through USCIS. Confirm your employer knows you'll schedule a consular interview directly after LCA certification, so they don't expect an I-129 petition and USCIS approval before your start date.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation status
If a recruiter questions whether Senior Software Developer qualifies as a specialty occupation, reference the O*NET occupation profile, which shows the role's typical education requirement as a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific technical field. This preempts employer hesitation before the offer stage.
Prepare for annual renewal without gaps in status
H-1B1 Chile visas are issued in one-year increments and don't transfer intent between employers the way H-1B portability does. File your renewal application well before your current status expires and confirm your employer understands the annual timeline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Software Developer role qualify for H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship?
Yes. Senior Software Developer is a specialty occupation under H-1B1 Chile requirements because it typically requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. Your employer confirms this when filing the Labor Condition Application with DOL. Roles where any degree is accepted regardless of field would not qualify.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to H-1B for Senior Software Developer roles?
The H-1B1 Chile visa has no lottery, an annual cap of 1,400 visas that rarely fills, and processes at the U.S. Embassy in Santiago rather than through USCIS. H-1B requires winning a lottery with roughly one-in-four odds and USCIS approval before you can start. For Chilean nationals, H-1B1 is a faster and more predictable path to a Senior Software Developer role in the U.S.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas for software roles?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Senior Software Developer jobs filtered by H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history. Many U.S. tech employers sponsor H-1B visas regularly but haven't filed H-1B1 Chile LCAs. Migrate Mate surfaces which companies have actual filing history so you can prioritize outreach to employers who already understand the process.
What happens to my H-1B1 Chile status if I want to change employers?
H-1B1 Chile does not have the same portability provisions as H-1B. If you change employers, your new employer must file a new Labor Condition Application and you'll need to apply for a new H-1B1 Chile visa at the consulate before starting work. There is no grace period to begin working for the new employer while the application is pending.
Can my employer file the H-1B1 Chile petition while I'm already in the U.S. on a different visa?
The H-1B1 Chile visa is a consular-processed visa, not a change-of-status petition. Even if you're currently in the U.S. on another nonimmigrant status, you'll typically need to attend a visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Chile to receive the H-1B1 stamp before beginning work for your sponsoring employer.
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