H-1B1 Chile Visa Software Engineering Manager Jobs
Software Engineering Manager jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are open to Chilean nationals under the U.S.-Chile Free Trade Agreement. No lottery, no USCIS petition, and the 1,400-visa annual cap rarely fills. You apply directly at the consulate once your employer certifies the Labor Condition Application.
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Ensure the temple reflects the beauty, cleanliness, and sacred nature of the temple experience. Maintain standards established by the First Presidency. Provide functional leadership to all department employees (Facility Managers, Custodial, Grounds, Security) for 10 to 16 temples and ancillary buildings, typically spread over large geographies. Responsible for 500,000 and 1,000,000 square feet. Responsible for 750-1200 replacement and improvement projects per year. Typically manages 100 to 130 employees. Most Senior Functional expert for an area.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for hiring, development, and performance management of Temple Facilities Services team.
Enhance job knowledge, skill levels and performance of Temple Facilities Services team by providing on-site and remote training, coaching, and mentoring.
Responsible for producing temple maintenance guides and materials; researching, testing and sponsoring implementation of improved maintenance methods, systems, and equipment.
Responsible for creation and execution of annual plan, managing operational costs, maintenance, preventative maintenance and repair of electrical, mechanical, audio-visual, and computer systems.
Responsible for department labor costs (contract and employee) and third party relationships.
Provide input on the design of new temples and in the renovation and improvements of existing temples.
May directly report to and sit on the DTA’s Area Council.
LOCATION
Location for this position is currently within Oakland CA but may also vary.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Four year degree in facilities management, building industry, or related field
- 10 years of experience in the facilities management industry
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience (total of 14 years education and/or experience)
- Broad understanding of facilities systems and processes.
- Effective verbal and written communication and computer literacy are required.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters degree and experience working in a temple
- Ability to speak and write in English required.
- Additional language skills
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
Ensure the temple reflects the beauty, cleanliness, and sacred nature of the temple experience. Maintain standards established by the First Presidency. Provide functional leadership to all department employees (Facility Managers, Custodial, Grounds, Security) for 10 to 16 temples and ancillary buildings, typically spread over large geographies. Responsible for 500,000 and 1,000,000 square feet. Responsible for 750-1200 replacement and improvement projects per year. Typically manages 100 to 130 employees. Most Senior Functional expert for an area.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for hiring, development, and performance management of Temple Facilities Services team.
Enhance job knowledge, skill levels and performance of Temple Facilities Services team by providing on-site and remote training, coaching, and mentoring.
Responsible for producing temple maintenance guides and materials; researching, testing and sponsoring implementation of improved maintenance methods, systems, and equipment.
Responsible for creation and execution of annual plan, managing operational costs, maintenance, preventative maintenance and repair of electrical, mechanical, audio-visual, and computer systems.
Responsible for department labor costs (contract and employee) and third party relationships.
Provide input on the design of new temples and in the renovation and improvements of existing temples.
May directly report to and sit on the DTA’s Area Council.
LOCATION
Location for this position is currently within Oakland CA but may also vary.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Four year degree in facilities management, building industry, or related field
- 10 years of experience in the facilities management industry
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience (total of 14 years education and/or experience)
- Broad understanding of facilities systems and processes.
- Effective verbal and written communication and computer literacy are required.
- Professional appearance and demeanor.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Masters degree and experience working in a temple
- Ability to speak and write in English required.
- Additional language skills
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 Engineering Manager
Align your credentials with specialty occupation standards
Software Engineering Manager roles must qualify as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field. Pull the O*NET profile for this occupation to confirm the degree requirement language before you apply.
Target employers already filing Labor Condition Applications
Focus your search on companies with active LCA filings for software engineering or management roles. Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by H-1B1 Chile LCA history so you're targeting companies that already understand the sponsorship process.
Verify your wage offer against the prevailing wage
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your role and location. Cross-check the offer against the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, because a below-threshold offer blocks LCA certification entirely.
Clarify consular processing timelines with your employer
Unlike H-1B visa, H-1B1 Chile requires consular processing in Santiago rather than a USCIS status change. Build the consulate appointment window into your offer timeline so your start date accounts for scheduling, not just LCA certification.
Prepare a dual-role evidence package for the interview
Software Engineering Manager positions draw scrutiny because the title blends technical and managerial duties. Bring documentation showing the role requires specialized engineering knowledge, not just team oversight. Your employment offer letter and job description should specify the technical depth required.
Understand the one-year cap on H-1B1 Chile status
Each H-1B1 Chile approval is valid for one year and must be renewed through consular processing, not a USCIS extension. Confirm your employer's renewal process before accepting an offer so there's no gap in authorization during busy product cycles.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Engineering Manager role qualify for H-1B1 Chile sponsorship?
Yes, if the position requires at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field such as computer science or software engineering. Roles where any general degree satisfies the requirement won't qualify. Your employer will confirm the specialty occupation standard when they file the Labor Condition Application with DOL.
How does H-1B1 Chile differ from H-1B for software engineering managers?
H-1B1 Chile has no lottery, no USCIS petition, and an annual cap of 1,400 visas that rarely fills, making it far more predictable than H-1B. The trade-off is that status is granted in one-year increments and must be renewed through the consulate in Santiago, rather than through a USCIS extension filed by your employer.
Where can I find employers who sponsor H-1B1 Chile visas for engineering manager roles?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with verified LCA filing history, so you can identify companies that have already sponsored H-1B1 Chile visas for software and engineering roles. This cuts out guesswork and keeps you focused on employers who understand the process rather than those encountering it for the first time.
Can my employer start the H-1B1 Chile process after extending a job offer?
Yes. The employer files the Labor Condition Application with DOL after the offer is made. Once the LCA is certified, you take it to your consulate interview in Santiago along with your DS-160, visa fee receipt, and supporting documentation. There's no USCIS approval stage, which keeps the employer-side process shorter than H-1B.
What happens to my H-1B1 Chile status if I change employers as a software engineering manager?
H-1B1 Chile status is tied to the sponsoring employer. If you change companies, your new employer must file a fresh LCA and you must obtain a new H-1B1 visa at the consulate before starting work. Unlike H-1B portability rules, there's no grace period that lets you begin with the new employer while the petition is pending.