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Lead Software Engineer jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship are rare finds: employers must secure a temporary labor certification from DOL and compete for one of 66,000 annual H-2B cap slots. Understanding the employer's filing timeline and temporary-need justification is essential before you apply.
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This is your chance to be a part of an in-house Technology team that's creating consumer-facing, cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing the hospitality industry around the world! As a Senior Lead Software Engineer API, you will bring your technical skills to a hospitality company with an award-winning culture. On the Core+ Software Engineering team reporting to the Director of Software Engineering, you will support projects for Hilton's mobile and web channels utilizing microservices based architecture.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll do during a typical day:
- Architect, design and develop microservices using JavaScript technologies such as Node JS, Nest JS and TypeScript.
- Develop GraphQL schemas, resolvers, and data models to expose application data to clients.
- Integrate the backend APIs with underlying data sources and business logic.
- Write clean, concise, and maintainable code that is stable and thoroughly unit tested.
- Advocate for standard methodologies in design patterns, architectural principles, and coding standards.
- Conduct detailed code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure understanding of architectural guidelines.
- Stay current on technology trends and innovations and share knowledge and insights with the team.
How you'll collaborate with others:
- Partner with architects, product owners, delivery managers, quality engineers, designers, and other developers to translate needs into well-engineered solutions.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including grooming sessions, daily stand-ups and retrospectives.
- Mentor new team members and contribute to a supportive, inclusive team environment.
Deliverables you'll take ownership of:
- Support backend API capabilities that enable new features and enhancements across the shopping and booking experience for both personal and business travelers.
- Contribute to projects that elevate the guest experience through personalization and digital innovation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have these minimum qualifications:
- Seven (7) years of professional work experience in Technology or a related field
- Seven (7) years of experience working with Node.js and TypeScript
- Four (4) years of experience building GraphQL APIs with Nest.js
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools to enhance efficiency and code quality
- This is a hybrid role and would require to be near our Dallas or Memphis office location
- Travel up to 10%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It would be useful if you have:
- Bachelor's Degree, or Associate's Degree plus 6+ years of Technology related experience, or High School Degree/GED plus 12+ years of Technology related experience
- Ten (10) + years of professional work experience in Technology or a related field
- Four (4) + years of experience in full-cycle software development in an Agile environment
- Experience building RESTful API's or other API architectures
- Experience with NoSQL databases including optimizing data access patterns
- Knowledge of CI/CD patterns
HOW WE'LL HELP YOU THRIVE
At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
- Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
JOIN AN AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE CULTURE
At Hilton, we don't just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible.
As a global leader in hospitality, we've welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World's Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we're setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you're starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we're more than a great place to stay—we're a great place to work.
INTRODUCTION
This is your chance to be a part of an in-house Technology team that's creating consumer-facing, cutting-edge technologies revolutionizing the hospitality industry around the world! As a Senior Lead Software Engineer API, you will bring your technical skills to a hospitality company with an award-winning culture. On the Core+ Software Engineering team reporting to the Director of Software Engineering, you will support projects for Hilton's mobile and web channels utilizing microservices based architecture.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
What you'll do during a typical day:
- Architect, design and develop microservices using JavaScript technologies such as Node JS, Nest JS and TypeScript.
- Develop GraphQL schemas, resolvers, and data models to expose application data to clients.
- Integrate the backend APIs with underlying data sources and business logic.
- Write clean, concise, and maintainable code that is stable and thoroughly unit tested.
- Advocate for standard methodologies in design patterns, architectural principles, and coding standards.
- Conduct detailed code reviews to maintain code quality and ensure understanding of architectural guidelines.
- Stay current on technology trends and innovations and share knowledge and insights with the team.
How you'll collaborate with others:
- Partner with architects, product owners, delivery managers, quality engineers, designers, and other developers to translate needs into well-engineered solutions.
- Participate in Agile ceremonies including grooming sessions, daily stand-ups and retrospectives.
- Mentor new team members and contribute to a supportive, inclusive team environment.
Deliverables you'll take ownership of:
- Support backend API capabilities that enable new features and enhancements across the shopping and booking experience for both personal and business travelers.
- Contribute to projects that elevate the guest experience through personalization and digital innovation.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
You have these minimum qualifications:
- Seven (7) years of professional work experience in Technology or a related field
- Seven (7) years of experience working with Node.js and TypeScript
- Four (4) years of experience building GraphQL APIs with Nest.js
- Familiarity with AI-assisted development tools to enhance efficiency and code quality
- This is a hybrid role and would require to be near our Dallas or Memphis office location
- Travel up to 10%
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
It would be useful if you have:
- Bachelor's Degree, or Associate's Degree plus 6+ years of Technology related experience, or High School Degree/GED plus 12+ years of Technology related experience
- Ten (10) + years of professional work experience in Technology or a related field
- Four (4) + years of experience in full-cycle software development in an Agile environment
- Experience building RESTful API's or other API architectures
- Experience with NoSQL databases including optimizing data access patterns
- Knowledge of CI/CD patterns
HOW WE'LL HELP YOU THRIVE
At Hilton, the hospitality we're known for doesn't end with our guests. We proudly invest in our Team Members' wellbeing, supporting you through all of life's moments. When you join Hilton, our exceptional care extends to you with unmatched perks and benefits, including:
- Incredible travel perks – Enjoy 110 nights of deeply discounted travel, with room rates as low as $40/night at our world-class hotels through our Go Hilton travel program
- Own a piece of Hilton – Through our employee stock purchase program (ESPP), you can invest in Hilton shares at a 15% discount to help build your financial future
- Paid parental leave – Because family matters. We offer paid leave for eligible Team Members, including partners and adoptive parents
- Personalized caregiving support – Access dedicated caregiving concierge services to help navigate caregiving for yourself and your loved ones
- Crisis concierge – In times of loss, our Crisis Concierge offers a single, compassionate point of contact for both practical support and emotional care
- Mental health resources – Your wellbeing comes first. Eligible Team Members can access free counseling and support through our best-in-class Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Generous paid time off (PTO) – Recharge, relax, and take time for what matters most
- Health & welfare benefits – From checkups to dental cleanings to new glasses, we offer a variety of health plans that keep you and your family covered
- Financial security for your future – Our retirement plans make it easier to save for what's next
- Benefits availability may vary depending on Team Member's location as well as terms and conditions of employment and are subject to the terms and conditions of each specific program/plan.
JOIN AN AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE CULTURE
At Hilton, we don't just deliver exceptional experiences for our guests—we build an exceptional workplace for the Team Members who make it all possible.
As a global leader in hospitality, we've welcomed more than 3 billion guests worldwide, all while staying true to our founding vision: to fill the earth with the light and warmth of hospitality.
Our award-winning culture has earned us repeated recognition on the World's Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work and Fortune. With our suite of world-class brands, and a company-wide commitment to providing the best stay for every guest, we're setting new standards for the future of travel.
Whether you're starting your career or exploring something new, Hilton supports your journey every step of the way. Come for the job, stay for the career—and help us make every stay a little more magical.
Curious about life at Hilton? Explore our Careers Blog to see why we're more than a great place to stay—we're a great place to work.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Lead Software Engineer
Document your temporary employment history
H-2B visa requires employers to prove a one-time, seasonal, or peak-load need. Gather contracts, project scopes, and end-date agreements from past roles that show you've consistently filled defined-term software engineering positions.
Target industries with recurring peak cycles
Resorts, event-tech firms, and seasonal e-commerce platforms hire Lead Software Engineers on predictable annual timelines. Focusing your search on employers in these sectors improves your odds of finding a genuine H-2B temporary-need justification.
Search verified H-2B sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Lead Software Engineer roles by employers with confirmed H-2B DOL filing history. That data shows which companies have already cleared the temporary labor certification process for technical roles.
Align your application with filing windows
The H-2B cap splits into 33,000 slots per half of the fiscal year. Employers can file with USCIS up to 90 days before your start date, so target roles with January or October start dates to hit both cap openings early.
Confirm the employer's prevailing wage compliance
Before accepting an offer, cross-check the posted salary against the OFLC Wage Search for your job's Standard Occupational Classification code and work location. DOL requires H-2B employers to pay the prevailing wage, and mismatches can stall certification.
Get your credentials evaluated before the offer stage
If your software engineering degree is from outside the U.S., obtain a credential evaluation report before your employer begins the labor certification. DOL and USCIS reviewers assess whether your qualifications support the Lead Engineer title on the petition.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Lead Software Engineer jobs with H-2B visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lets you search Lead Software Engineer roles filtered by employers who have filed H-2B temporary labor certifications with DOL. That filing history confirms the employer has already navigated the certification process for technical positions, which is the clearest signal of genuine H-2B sponsorship intent for this role.
Does Lead Software Engineer qualify as a temporary need under H-2B?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. H-2B requires the employer to demonstrate a one-time, seasonal, peak-load, or intermittent need for the role, not permanent ongoing work. Lead Software Engineers hired for a defined product launch, a seasonal platform surge, or a fixed-term contract can qualify, but the employer bears the burden of proving that temporary need to DOL during labor certification.
How does the H-2B annual cap affect timing for Lead Software Engineer roles?
The H-2B visa cap is set at 66,000 per fiscal year, divided into two halves of 33,000 each. USCIS accepts petitions up to 90 days before the worker's start date, and cap numbers typically exhaust quickly after each filing window opens. Employers targeting January or October start dates should submit well before those windows to avoid cap-out, which means your job search and offer negotiation need to start months earlier than you might expect.
Can an H-2B Lead Software Engineer role lead to longer-term U.S. work authorization?
H-2B status itself is temporary and capped at three years of total stay before you must spend three months outside the U.S. to reset eligibility. However, some employers who hire H-2B workers for technical roles later sponsor them for H-1B visa or other long-term visa categories separately. That transition requires a new petition and is not automatic, so you'd need to negotiate a sponsorship commitment for a different visa classification with the employer directly.
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