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AI Developer roles in the United States are available to international candidates through the J-1 visa under the Trainee or Research Scholar program category, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to coordinate with a designated sponsor organization for DS-2019 sponsorship is the critical first step.
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Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world --- come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly skilled AI Developer to join our innovative team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing AI agents that enhance employee productivity across various departments, including HR, Finance, Product Support, Customer Service, and CAD Design. This role involves leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning methodologies to create intelligent solutions. Additionally, the candidate will implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models and fine-tune open-source models from leading providers like Meta, Google, Deepseek, and Nvidia. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure seamless integration of AI solutions into existing systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and Develop AI Agents: Create AI Agent to improve productivity for various departments based on user’s requirement
- Implement RAG Models: Develop and integrate Retrieval-Augmented Generation models to enhance the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated content.
- Fine-Tune Open-Source Models: Utilize and fine-tune open-source models from Meta, Google, Deepseek, and Nvidia to optimize AI performance.
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with the stakeholders to ensure AI solutions align with business objectives
- Integrate AI into Existing Systems: Ensure the seamless integration of AI models into current processes and systems across departments.
- Stay Updated on AI Trends: Continuously research and implement best practices in AI and machine learning to maintain cutting-edge solutions.
- Troubleshoot and Optimize: Test, troubleshoot, and optimize AI systems to ensure high performance and reliability.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
- Education: Pursuing PHD or MS in Machine Learning and AI, computer science or related field
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, R.
- Strong understanding of machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch.
- Experience with RAG models and open-source AI tools.
- Familiarity with CAD software and design principles is a plus
SOFT SKILLS
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Strong communication skills to explain complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The hourly pay range for this position is $45/hr - $65/hr with monthly stipend eligibility.
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
INTRODUCTION
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is one of the fastest growing companies in the Semiconductor industry. We are worldwide technical leaders in Integrated Power Semiconductors and Systems Power delivery architectures. At MPS, we cultivate creativity, are passionate about sustainability, and are committed to providing leading-edge products and innovation to our customers. Our portfolio of technology helps power our world --- come join our team and see how YOU can make a difference.
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a highly skilled AI Developer to join our innovative team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing AI agents that enhance employee productivity across various departments, including HR, Finance, Product Support, Customer Service, and CAD Design. This role involves leveraging cutting-edge AI and machine learning methodologies to create intelligent solutions. Additionally, the candidate will implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) models and fine-tune open-source models from leading providers like Meta, Google, Deepseek, and Nvidia. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to ensure seamless integration of AI solutions into existing systems.
Responsibilities
- Design and Develop AI Agents: Create AI Agent to improve productivity for various departments based on user’s requirement
- Implement RAG Models: Develop and integrate Retrieval-Augmented Generation models to enhance the accuracy and relevance of AI-generated content.
- Fine-Tune Open-Source Models: Utilize and fine-tune open-source models from Meta, Google, Deepseek, and Nvidia to optimize AI performance.
- Collaborate with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with the stakeholders to ensure AI solutions align with business objectives
- Integrate AI into Existing Systems: Ensure the seamless integration of AI models into current processes and systems across departments.
- Stay Updated on AI Trends: Continuously research and implement best practices in AI and machine learning to maintain cutting-edge solutions.
- Troubleshoot and Optimize: Test, troubleshoot, and optimize AI systems to ensure high performance and reliability.
REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS
- Education: Pursuing PHD or MS in Machine Learning and AI, computer science or related field
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, R.
- Strong understanding of machine learning frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch.
- Experience with RAG models and open-source AI tools.
- Familiarity with CAD software and design principles is a plus
SOFT SKILLS
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Strong communication skills to explain complex AI concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Pay is based on market location and may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education and other job-related reasons. The hourly pay range for this position is $45/hr - $65/hr with monthly stipend eligibility.
Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of MPS to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or special disabled veteran, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as an AI Developer
Align your portfolio with U.S. specialty occupation standards
AI Developer roles typically require demonstrated fluency in machine learning frameworks, model deployment, and data pipeline architecture. Document specific projects with measurable outcomes before applying, since host employers use these to justify your training plan to the designated sponsor.
Identify host employers with active J-1 training histories
Search Migrate Mate to filter AI Developer openings by employers who have previously hosted J-1 visa exchange visitors, so you're targeting companies already familiar with the DS-2019 coordination process rather than educating them from scratch.
Distinguish Trainee from Research Scholar before applying
If you've graduated within the past 12 months and have fewer than five years of post-degree experience, the Trainee category fits your profile. Research Scholar applies if your role centers on independent research at a university or institute rather than product development.
Verify your role qualifies under the Trainee occupational fields
USCIS and State Department guidelines require Trainee placements to fall within recognized occupational categories. Cross-reference your job description against O*NET to confirm that your AI Developer duties map to an eligible field before the host employer contacts a designated sponsor.
Negotiate the training plan before accepting an offer
The Training or Internship Placement Plan, Form DS-7002, must detail your specific learning objectives and supervisor responsibilities. Ask the host employer to draft this document before you sign an offer, since revisions after the designated sponsor reviews it cause significant delays.
Check whether your country triggers the two-year home residency requirement
Some AI Developer J-1 placements funded by a government or involving specialized knowledge from a skills-shortage country carry a two-year home-country return requirement after your exchange. Confirm this with the designated sponsor before committing, as it affects your H-1B visa or green card timeline.
AI Developer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits an AI Developer role?
The answer depends on your career stage. If you're a current student or recent graduate pursuing structured on-the-job learning, the Intern or Trainee category typically applies. If your AI Developer role involves independent research at a university, national lab, or research institute, the Research Scholar category is more appropriate. Your host employer and designated sponsor determine the final category based on your specific placement.
Is the host employer the same as the J-1 visa sponsor?
No, and confusing these two roles is one of the most common mistakes AI Developer candidates make. The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, or Cultural Vistas, that issues your DS-2019 form and monitors program compliance. The host employer is the tech company or research institution where you actually work. Both parties must be involved, but only the designated sponsor has legal authority to issue your visa documentation.
How do I find AI Developer host employers open to J-1 coordination?
Many employers are unfamiliar with J-1 requirements, so targeting companies that have hosted exchange visitors before saves significant time. Use Migrate Mate to search AI Developer roles and identify employers with demonstrated J-1 experience, so your outreach focuses on hosts already equipped to work with a designated sponsor rather than those encountering the DS-2019 process for the first time.
Does the J-1 Trainee category have a maximum duration for AI Developer placements?
Yes. The Trainee category allows a maximum stay of 18 months for most occupational fields, including technology roles. Some AI research placements at recognized institutions under the Research Scholar category allow up to three years with possible extensions. Your designated sponsor sets the program end date on the DS-2019, and you cannot extend beyond the category maximum regardless of employer preference.
Can I transition from a J-1 AI Developer placement to an H-1B or other work visa?
Potentially, but the two-year home residency requirement is a major variable. If your placement is subject to it, you must return to your home country for two years before changing to H-1B, L-1 visa, or immigrant visa status unless you obtain a waiver. Not all AI Developer J-1 placements trigger this requirement, so confirm your obligation with the designated sponsor before accepting your DS-2019.