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Systems Development Engineer jobs with H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship are a direct path for Chilean engineers to work in the U.S. without a lottery. The H-1B1 Chile program reserves 1,400 visas annually for Chilean nationals, and that cap has never been exhausted. Your application goes straight to the consulate, not through USCIS.
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The Amazon Robotics Infrastructure Engineering team is looking for a Systems Development Engineer to join our team. We build and operate the network and services that enable Amazon Fulfillment Centers, Middle and Last Mile facilities, including Air hubs, and PrimeNow to deliver packages to Amazon retail customers. From two million square foot automated robotics fulfillment centers to small last-mile delivery stations in emerging markets, these networks are the backbone of Amazon Operations. Hundreds of thousands of associates rely upon these networks at thousands of locations, and are critical to the delivery of shipments to Amazon retail customers.
Our mission is to design, deploy, and enable networks that sets the global standard for performance, availability, security and cost, enabling Fulfillment and Logistic operations to deliver on time, every customer order. We are looking for a Systems Development Engineer to create next-generation network products. The team is focused on creating in-house networks from leveraging open source tools and projects. We partner closely with IT support teams to ensure that simplicity in our product designs translate to operational readiness in the field. Information security rigor is at the core of everything we do. You will tackle complex, novel situations every day and have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon in different locations. You should be comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity and relish the idea of solving problems that haven't been solved at scale before. It is expected that you will be technically pioneering, while at the same time being balanced and pragmatic in your approach. Along the way, we guarantee that you will learn a lot and make a positive impact on millions of people.
The right candidate will have demonstrated experience leading large projects and have an expert level technical background in current networking technologies. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or multiple priorities. This means you are not only able to develop and drive high-level strategic initiatives, but can also roll up your sleeves, dig in and get the job done. As a Systems Development Engineer, you will anticipate bottlenecks, influence external vendors and internal team roadmaps, provide escalation management, anticipate and make tradeoffs, and balance the business needs versus technical constraints.
Key job responsibilities
As a Systems Development Engineer you will be expected to:
- Write code for our most demanding, cross-functional networking projects.
- Functionally decompose complex problems into simple, straight-forward solutions.
- Fully and completely comprehend system inter-connections and limitations.
- Effectively research and benchmark Amazon technology against other systems in the industry.
- Contribute intellectual property through patents.
- Assist in the career development of others, actively mentoring individuals and the community on advanced technical issues and helping managers guide the career growth of their team members.
A day in the life
You will partner with Network, Software and Systems development Engineers to deliver automation for building and decommissioning the network infrastructure. Additionally create new tools or improve existing ones for network operators.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits for you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure
- Experience with Linux/Unix
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with distributed systems at scale
- Experience with networking fundamentals including hands-on experience with load balancers, switches, routers, etc.
- Experience working in an Agile environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TX, Austin - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
The Amazon Robotics Infrastructure Engineering team is looking for a Systems Development Engineer to join our team. We build and operate the network and services that enable Amazon Fulfillment Centers, Middle and Last Mile facilities, including Air hubs, and PrimeNow to deliver packages to Amazon retail customers. From two million square foot automated robotics fulfillment centers to small last-mile delivery stations in emerging markets, these networks are the backbone of Amazon Operations. Hundreds of thousands of associates rely upon these networks at thousands of locations, and are critical to the delivery of shipments to Amazon retail customers.
Our mission is to design, deploy, and enable networks that sets the global standard for performance, availability, security and cost, enabling Fulfillment and Logistic operations to deliver on time, every customer order. We are looking for a Systems Development Engineer to create next-generation network products. The team is focused on creating in-house networks from leveraging open source tools and projects. We partner closely with IT support teams to ensure that simplicity in our product designs translate to operational readiness in the field. Information security rigor is at the core of everything we do. You will tackle complex, novel situations every day and have the opportunity to work with multiple technical teams at Amazon in different locations. You should be comfortable with a high degree of ambiguity and relish the idea of solving problems that haven't been solved at scale before. It is expected that you will be technically pioneering, while at the same time being balanced and pragmatic in your approach. Along the way, we guarantee that you will learn a lot and make a positive impact on millions of people.
The right candidate will have demonstrated experience leading large projects and have an expert level technical background in current networking technologies. You must be able to thrive and succeed in an entrepreneurial environment, and not be hindered by ambiguity or multiple priorities. This means you are not only able to develop and drive high-level strategic initiatives, but can also roll up your sleeves, dig in and get the job done. As a Systems Development Engineer, you will anticipate bottlenecks, influence external vendors and internal team roadmaps, provide escalation management, anticipate and make tradeoffs, and balance the business needs versus technical constraints.
Key job responsibilities
As a Systems Development Engineer you will be expected to:
- Write code for our most demanding, cross-functional networking projects.
- Functionally decompose complex problems into simple, straight-forward solutions.
- Fully and completely comprehend system inter-connections and limitations.
- Effectively research and benchmark Amazon technology against other systems in the industry.
- Contribute intellectual property through patents.
- Assist in the career development of others, actively mentoring individuals and the community on advanced technical issues and helping managers guide the career growth of their team members.
A day in the life
You will partner with Network, Software and Systems development Engineers to deliver automation for building and decommissioning the network infrastructure. Additionally create new tools or improve existing ones for network operators.
Amazon offers a full range of benefits for you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
- Maternity and Parental Leave Options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plan
If you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply!
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 3+ years of designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience
- Experience in automating, deploying, and supporting large-scale infrastructure
- Experience with Linux/Unix
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as C++, C#, Java, Python, Golang, PowerShell, Ruby
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with distributed systems at scale
- Experience with networking fundamentals including hands-on experience with load balancers, switches, routers, etc.
- Experience working in an Agile environment
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, TX, Austin - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Bellevue - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
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Align your degree to the SOC code
Systems development engineering roles file under specific Standard Occupational Classification codes. Pull the O*NET profile for your target role and confirm your Chilean degree field maps directly to it before applying. Mismatches trigger employer hesitation before they ever reach the H-1B1 visa paperwork stage.
Verify prevailing wage before salary negotiations
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target job title and the employer's metro area before you get an offer. If the posted salary falls below Level I or II, the employer's LCA will fail DOL certification and sponsorship collapses at the filing stage.
Target employers already filing LCAs for engineering roles
Use Migrate Mate to filter companies by verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history in systems and software engineering. Employers who have filed before understand the consulate-direct process and won't stall on sponsorship because the visa type is unfamiliar to their HR team.
Request a detailed offer letter before the DS-160
Your DS-160 nonimmigrant visa application requires specific employment details, including your exact title, start date, and work location. Ask your employer to confirm these in writing before you begin the form. Discrepancies between your offer letter and DS-160 responses are a common cause of consulate delays.
Confirm the employer will certify the LCA before you resign
The H-1B1 Chile process requires DOL to certify your Labor Condition Application before your consulate appointment. Ask your prospective employer whether their legal team has confirmed the LCA timeline. Don't give notice at your current job until LCA certification is in hand.
Get your Chilean credentials evaluated for U.S. equivalency
Chilean engineering degrees typically run five years, but U.S. consular officers assess them against a four-year U.S. bachelor's standard. A credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization that explicitly confirms bachelor's-level equivalency removes one of the most common specialty occupation objections at the interview.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Systems Development Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation under the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes. Systems development engineering requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a closely related field, which meets the specialty occupation definition for H-1B1 Chile purposes. The consular officer will assess whether your specific degree field aligns with your job duties, so the closer that match, the stronger your case.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa differ from the H-1B for Systems Development Engineer roles?
The H-1B1 Chile visa skips the H-1B lottery entirely and processes directly at the consulate. The annual cap of 1,400 has never been exhausted, so there's no waiting for a selection result. The trade-off is that H-1B visa1 Chile does not authorize dual intent, meaning you can't simultaneously pursue a green card while on this status without careful planning.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor the H-1B1 Chile visa for engineering roles?
Migrate Mate filters job listings by verified H-1B1 Chile LCA filing history, so you can identify companies that have already sponsored Chilean engineers rather than cold-applying and hoping HR is familiar with the visa type. Employers in cloud infrastructure, software platforms, and enterprise systems tend to have the most active filing history for systems development roles.
Can I start working in the U.S. while my H-1B1 Chile application is pending?
No. The H-1B1 Chile visa is processed at the consulate abroad, not through a USCIS change-of-status petition. You must receive your visa stamp before entering the U.S. to begin work. There is no cap-gap or receipt-notice authorization period equivalent available under this visa category.
How long does H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship take for a Systems Development Engineer offer?
Once your employer certifies the Labor Condition Application with DOL and you complete the DS-160, most consulates in Chile schedule H-1B1 visa interviews within a few weeks. Total time from signed offer to visa stamp typically runs four to eight weeks for straightforward cases, though administrative processing can extend that window if additional review is triggered.