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Software Developer jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are open to Chilean nationals without a lottery or USCIS petition filing. Your employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL, and you apply directly at the U.S. consulate. The 1,400-visa annual cap has never been exhausted, so timing isn't a bottleneck.
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The Software Development Engineer in Test 3 is an experienced-professional position that participates in developing and maintaining test software source code to support a solution. As a member of a development team, general work direction will be given, and the individual will be expected to solve complex technical issues and complete programming and quality assurance tasks. This position may play the role of an automation technical lead on test projects or solutions where complexity or scope is moderate.
This is a 5-year, fixed-term position.
This individual works with divine guidance to provide or support technology that furthers the mission of the Church and reflects the eternal impact of the gospel.
We value early, mid and late-career candidates and encourage all applicants with the posted skills and abilities to apply.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Help create or improve a centralized automated testing harness and testing framework to execute tests and provide automated quality reports
- Using AI to develop automated test code for software development projects
- Draft, revise and approve test plans and scripts to ensure alignment with standards and IT strategy
- Create test data with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flow
- Coordinate with users to plan user acceptance testing, alpha and beta testing
- Ensure that tests are successfully completed and documented, and problems are resolved using a Continuous Delivery model
- Provide estimates for QA tasks
- Participate in code reviews
- Mentor less senior Developers in Test, if assigned
- Contribute to the development of technical documentation
- Participate in our Defect Management process to identify and resolve issues
- Influence the design, testing, and measures required to protect solutions from security compromise or system failure
- Comply with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements and help ensure all other are doing the same
- Assess risk and test for robustness and functionality in a Continuous Delivery model
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent professional work experience
- Four years of progressive relevant professional experience or significant internship
- Verifiable knowledge of the applicable technical systems and functions
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and written
- Moderate ability to solve problems in a timely manner
- Intermediate skill in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodology
- This job operates in a professional office environment
- To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current experience using AI tools
- Experience testing cloud-based applications in Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery in a service-oriented architecture
- Experience in testing systems for scalability, fault tolerance, load, and other operational areas for a data center-based service is beneficial
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
INTRODUCTION
The Software Development Engineer in Test 3 is an experienced-professional position that participates in developing and maintaining test software source code to support a solution. As a member of a development team, general work direction will be given, and the individual will be expected to solve complex technical issues and complete programming and quality assurance tasks. This position may play the role of an automation technical lead on test projects or solutions where complexity or scope is moderate.
This is a 5-year, fixed-term position.
This individual works with divine guidance to provide or support technology that furthers the mission of the Church and reflects the eternal impact of the gospel.
We value early, mid and late-career candidates and encourage all applicants with the posted skills and abilities to apply.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Help create or improve a centralized automated testing harness and testing framework to execute tests and provide automated quality reports
- Using AI to develop automated test code for software development projects
- Draft, revise and approve test plans and scripts to ensure alignment with standards and IT strategy
- Create test data with valid and invalid records to thoroughly test program logic and verify system flow
- Coordinate with users to plan user acceptance testing, alpha and beta testing
- Ensure that tests are successfully completed and documented, and problems are resolved using a Continuous Delivery model
- Provide estimates for QA tasks
- Participate in code reviews
- Mentor less senior Developers in Test, if assigned
- Contribute to the development of technical documentation
- Participate in our Defect Management process to identify and resolve issues
- Influence the design, testing, and measures required to protect solutions from security compromise or system failure
- Comply with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements and help ensure all other are doing the same
- Assess risk and test for robustness and functionality in a Continuous Delivery model
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent professional work experience
- Four years of progressive relevant professional experience or significant internship
- Verifiable knowledge of the applicable technical systems and functions
- Ability to communicate clearly both orally and written
- Moderate ability to solve problems in a timely manner
- Intermediate skill in engineering/programming, analytical/diagnostic/troubleshooting, web technology, and programming methodology
- This job operates in a professional office environment
- To successfully perform the essential functions of the job there may be physical requirements which need to be met such as sitting for long periods of time and using computer monitors/equipment
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Current experience using AI tools
- Experience testing cloud-based applications in Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery in a service-oriented architecture
- Experience in testing systems for scalability, fault tolerance, load, and other operational areas for a data center-based service is beneficial
Church employees find joy and satisfaction in using their unique talents and abilities to further the Lord’s work. From the IT professional who develops an app that sends the gospel message worldwide, to the facilities manager who maintains our buildings—giving Church members places to worship, teach, learn, and receive sacred ordinances—our employees seek innovative ways to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with the world. They are literally working in His kingdom.
Only members of the Church who are worthy of a temple recommend qualify for employment. Apart from this, the Church is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its employment decisions on any basis that would violate U.S. or local law. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, color, gender, pregnancy, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or other legally protected categories that apply to the Church. The Church will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Software Developer
Align your degree to your role
H-1B1 Chile requires your position to qualify as a specialty occupation, meaning a directly related bachelor's degree or higher. A computer science or software engineering degree aligns cleanly, but a general business degree supporting a developer role will draw scrutiny at the consulate.
Pull your O*NET occupation profile early
Use O*NET to confirm your exact job zone and the standard degree requirements for Software Developers. Consular officers reference these classifications when assessing specialty occupation, so matching your resume and job description to O*NET language strengthens your application.
Search verified H-1B1 filers on Migrate Mate
Filter your job search on Migrate Mate to companies with H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history. Targeting employers who have already navigated the DOL Labor Condition Application process for this visa category cuts negotiation time and avoids sponsors who don't understand consular-only processing.
Verify the employer's prevailing wage compliance
Your job offer must meet or exceed the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search before you negotiate, so you can confirm the offered salary satisfies the LCA requirement and flag any gap before the offer letter is drafted.
Confirm the employer understands consular processing
Unlike H-1B visa, H-1B1 Chile doesn't involve USCIS petition approval. Some hiring managers confuse the two and expect a standard I-129 process. Clarify upfront that you apply at the Chilean U.S. consulate using the certified LCA, not through USCIS premium processing.
Request the certified LCA before scheduling your appointment
Your employer must receive DOL certification of the Labor Condition Application before you can submit your DS-160 and book your consulate interview. Delays happen when developers schedule appointments before the LCA is certified, forcing a reschedule and wasting consulate slot availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Developer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Chile?
Yes, software development consistently qualifies because USCIS and DOL recognize it as requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field. The key is that your job description must reflect duties requiring that specific theoretical knowledge, not just general technical skills that any degree could support.
How does H-1B1 Chile differ from H-1B for software developers?
H-1B1 Chile skips the lottery entirely and requires no USCIS petition. You apply directly at the U.S. consulate in Chile using a DOL-certified LCA your employer files. The annual cap is 1,400 visas and has never filled. The tradeoff is that H-1B1 doesn't permit dual intent, so it's a nonimmigrant-only path.
How do I find employers who have sponsored H-1B1 Chile visas for software roles?
Migrate Mate lets you search job listings filtered by companies with verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history for software developer roles. Targeting employers who have already completed the DOL Labor Condition Application process for this visa type is faster and more reliable than cold-applying and hoping the recruiter understands the process.
Can I switch software developer jobs while on H-1B1 Chile status?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and you'll need to obtain a new H-1B1 visa stamp before or after the job change, depending on your situation. Unlike H-1B portability under AC21, there's no provision to begin working for the new employer while the application is pending.
Does my Chilean computer science degree satisfy U.S. specialty occupation requirements?
A Chilean bachelor's degree in computer science or software engineering is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree for H-1B1 visa purposes, but consular officers assess the equivalency. If your degree title is nonstandard or your coursework is atypical, a credential evaluation from a recognized service strengthens your application significantly.