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Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. We aim to make people's lives better through technology.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a team of RTL Design engineers performing tasks related to IP development and/or SOC Design.
- Provide technical leadership to engineers and model best design practices (i.e., micro-architecture specifications, design reviews, code reviews, design methodology, etc.).
- Participate with architecture and system design teams in architecture definition, die area estimation, power optimization, and performance enhancements.
- Work closely with the multi-site cross-functional teams: Verification, Design for Test, Physical Design and Software teams to make design decisions and represent project status throughout the development process.
- Define microarchitecture for a subsystem/SoC top-level.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 10 years of experience with IP development or SoC integration.
- 4 years of experience managing the design team or SoC project.
- Experience in ASIC development with system verilog.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.
- Experience with ASIC design methodologies for clock domain checks, reset checks, and low power design.
- Knowledge of one of these areas: processor cores, buses/fabric/NoC, debug/trace, interrupts, clocks/reset.
- Knowledge of high-performance and low-power design techniques.
- Knowledge of ASIC Verification, DFT, synthesis, STA, or physical design.
- Knowledge of FPGA and emulation platforms.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $192,000-$278,000 + 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.
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.
INTRODUCTION
Be part of a team that pushes boundaries, developing custom silicon solutions that power the future of Google's direct-to-consumer products. You'll contribute to the innovation behind products loved by millions worldwide. Your expertise will shape the next generation of hardware experiences, delivering unparalleled performance, efficiency, and integration.
Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. We aim to make people's lives better through technology.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead a team of RTL Design engineers performing tasks related to IP development and/or SOC Design.
- Provide technical leadership to engineers and model best design practices (i.e., micro-architecture specifications, design reviews, code reviews, design methodology, etc.).
- Participate with architecture and system design teams in architecture definition, die area estimation, power optimization, and performance enhancements.
- Work closely with the multi-site cross-functional teams: Verification, Design for Test, Physical Design and Software teams to make design decisions and represent project status throughout the development process.
- Define microarchitecture for a subsystem/SoC top-level.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- 10 years of experience with IP development or SoC integration.
- 4 years of experience managing the design team or SoC project.
- Experience in ASIC development with system verilog.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or Computer Science, with an emphasis on computer architecture.
- Experience with ASIC design methodologies for clock domain checks, reset checks, and low power design.
- Knowledge of one of these areas: processor cores, buses/fabric/NoC, debug/trace, interrupts, clocks/reset.
- Knowledge of high-performance and low-power design techniques.
- Knowledge of ASIC Verification, DFT, synthesis, STA, or physical design.
- Knowledge of FPGA and emulation platforms.
COMPENSATION
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $192,000-$278,000 + 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.
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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Translate your credentials into U.S. engineering standards
Pull up the O*NET profile for Tech Lead or Software Development Manager to see exactly which competencies U.S. employers list. Frame your CV around those terms before you apply so hiring managers recognize the match immediately.
Verify your degree field aligns with specialty occupation rules
The H-1B1 visa requires a specialty occupation, meaning your bachelor's degree must directly relate to the Tech Lead role. A computer science or engineering degree is clean, but a business or economics degree may require a written explanation from your employer.
Target employers already filing Labor Condition Applications
Use the OFLC Wage Search to confirm that a prospective employer has certified LCAs for tech roles in the past. Companies with LCA history have already cleared DOL compliance and are far more likely to move quickly on your H-1B1 offer.
Search for H-1B1 Chile Tech Lead roles on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters jobs by verified H-1B1 Chile sponsorship history, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never filed. Set your role and visa type once, and the platform surfaces employers whose LCA filings already cover Tech Lead positions.
Confirm your job offer letter specifies specialty occupation language
The consular officer reviewing your H-1B1 application will look for a clear statement that the role requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Ask your employer to include that language explicitly, not just a job title and salary.
Use consulate processing to your advantage on timing
Unlike H-1B, you don't wait for USCIS to approve a petition before booking your interview. Once the LCA is certified and the DS-160 is submitted, you can schedule your Santiago consulate appointment and start within days of a visa stamp.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Tech Lead role qualify as a specialty occupation for the H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, Tech Lead roles qualify as specialty occupations because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related technical field. The employer confirms this in the Labor Condition Application. If your job description mixes technical leadership with general management, the employer should emphasize the engineering oversight responsibilities to keep the application clean.
How does the H-1B1 Chile visa compare to the H-1B for Tech Lead positions?
For Chilean nationals, the H-1B1 Chile visa avoids the H-1B lottery entirely and is processed at the U.S. consulate in Santiago rather than through USCIS. The annual cap is 1,400 visas and has not historically filled. The main trade-off is that the H-1B1 doesn't permit dual intent, so it's a nonimmigrant visa, whereas H-1B holders can pursue permanent residence concurrently.
Where can I find Tech Lead jobs that already offer H-1B1 Chile visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the recommended platform for this search. It shows employers with verified H-1B1 Chile filing history, so you can target companies that have already demonstrated willingness and ability to sponsor the visa. Applying to employers with active LCA filings for tech roles significantly reduces the time from offer to consulate appointment.
What does the employer have to file for an H-1B1 Chile Tech Lead application?
The employer files a Labor Condition Application with DOL and gets it certified, typically within seven business days. Unlike H-1B, no I-129 petition goes to USCIS. You then complete the DS-160, pay the consular fee, and attend the interview in Santiago. The employer's main ongoing obligations are paying the prevailing wage and maintaining the certified LCA on file.
Can I switch Tech Lead employers while on an H-1B1 Chile visa?
Yes, but there's no portability provision like H-1B's AC21. Your H-1B1 status is tied to the sponsoring employer and the certified LCA. If you change employers, the new company must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new H-1B1 visa stamp before re-entering, or a change of status if you're already inside the U.S. Plan the transition timeline carefully with your new employer.
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