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Senior Software Development Engineer roles qualify for H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship because they meet the specialty occupation requirement under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. With a 1,400-visa annual cap that rarely fills and no lottery, Chilean engineers can apply directly at the U.S. consulate without the uncertainty that comes with H-1B visa.
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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 Development Engineer
Align your degree to the role
H-1B1 visa requires your degree to match the specialty occupation. For Senior Software Development Engineer roles, a degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field satisfies the requirement. A general business degree does not, even with years of coding experience.
Research prevailing wages before negotiating
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage that meets DOL prevailing-wage levels for your job title and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search using the SOC code for software developers before any offer conversation so you know the floor your employer must meet.
Target employers already familiar with H-1B1
Most U.S. tech employers know H-1B but not H-1B1. Focus your search on companies with active LCA filing history for specialty occupation roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter for employers who have sponsored H-1B1 Chile visa holders or filed LCAs for similar software engineering positions.
Clarify E-Verify status with hiring teams
Your employer must participate in E-Verify to employ you on H-1B1 status. Confirm this during the offer stage, not after signing. Federal contractors are already required to use E-Verify, but many private-sector tech companies need to enroll before your start date.
Get the LCA certified before your consulate appointment
The DOL must certify your employer's LCA before you can apply for the H-1B1 visa at the consulate. DOL typically certifies within seven working days, but build in buffer time so a minor correction doesn't delay your interview and push back your start date.
Use O*NET to document specialty occupation
Consular officers assess whether your role qualifies as a specialty occupation. Pull the O*NET profile for your job title and confirm it lists a bachelor's degree in a specific field as the standard entry requirement. Bring this documentation to your consulate appointment to support your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Software Development Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Chile?
Yes. Software development engineering roles consistently qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. The O*NET profile for this occupation confirms that a specific technical degree is the standard requirement, which satisfies the H-1B1 specialty occupation definition under USCIS guidance.
How does H-1B1 Chile compare to H-1B for Senior Software Development Engineer roles?
Both visas cover the same specialty occupation category, so your role qualifies under either. The practical difference is the process: H-1B requires winning a lottery with roughly one-in-four odds, while H-1B1 Chile goes straight to a consulate application with no lottery and a 1,400-visa cap that has never been exhausted. For Chilean engineers, H-1B1 is the faster and more predictable path.
How do I find employers who will sponsor an H-1B1 Chile visa for this role?
Migrate Mate lets you search for employers with verified H-1B1 LCA filing history filtered by occupation, so you can identify companies that have already sponsored roles matching Senior Software Development Engineer. This saves you from applying to employers who have no experience with the H-1B1 Chile process and may be unwilling to learn it.
Can I switch employers while on H-1B1 Chile status as a software engineer?
Yes, but you can't use H-1B portability the way H-1B holders can. Your new employer must file a fresh LCA with DOL, get it certified, and you must obtain a new H-1B1 visa stamp at the consulate before starting work for them. Plan for at least several weeks between an accepted offer and your first day at the new company.
What documentation does a Senior Software Development Engineer need for an H-1B1 consulate appointment?
You'll need a certified LCA from DOL, your employer's support letter describing the specialty occupation role, your academic credentials showing a degree in a directly related field, and a completed DS-160. USCIS does not adjudicate H-1B1 petitions, so there is no I-129 approval notice. The consular officer makes the final determination at your interview.
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