J-1 Visa Mobile Engineer Jobs
Mobile Engineer roles in the United States are accessible to exchange visitors through the J-1 Trainee or Intern program categories, depending on your career stage. Finding a host employer willing to structure a formal training plan is the first step toward securing sponsorship and your DS-2019.
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Gen is a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom through its trusted consumer brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, MoneyLion and more. Our combined heritage is rooted in financial empowerment and cyber safety for the first digital generations, and today we deliver award-winning cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection and financial wellness solutions to nearly 500 million users in more than 150 countries.
Together, we share a collective passion and vision to protect consumers and help them grow, manage and secure their digital and financial lives. We’re always looking for smart, fearless and high-impact talent who see AI as a teammate – leveraging it to move faster and deliver meaningful results.
When you’re part of Gen, you’ll have the flexibility, tools and support to do your best work and grow your career – from flexible working options and time off to competitive pay, benefits and well-being programs.
At Gen, we are scrappy and relentlessly customer driven. We create room for healthy debate, experimentation and continuous learning, and we seek out people with different experiences, identities and ideas to join our team. You’ll work with people who back each other, respect each other and understand that our differences are a competitive advantage.
If this sounds like you, we’d love you to be part of Gen.
About the Role:
- Our internship program is designed to be more than just a summer position—it’s a launchpad for your career.
- Collaborate on impactful, real-world projects alongside experienced professionals.
- Gain exposure to real-time business challenges and contribute to innovative solutions.
- Attend learning sessions, workshops, and networking events with leaders across the company.
- Receive ongoing mentorship, feedback, and career development support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with team to develop and maintain mobile test-automation and app development.
- Gain foundational knowledge in working with cloud test env like SauceLabs.
- Engage with CI/CD tools like TeamCity.
- Monitor systems, identify potential issues, and ensure their swift resolution.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of documentation and procedures.
About You:
- A current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field at an accredited college/university.
- Familiarity with Java and/or Kotlin.
- Knowledge of Appium+TestNG for mobile test automation, Android SDK for app development is a plus.
- A strong desire and ability to quickly learn new technologies and techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a dynamic, fast paced high-tech environment.
- Self-starter who’s not afraid to try innovative ideas and learn by doing.
What’s next:
- Recruiter Phone Screen
- Hiring Manager Interview
- Final Round Interview
Gen is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re committed to fair, inclusive practices at every stage of the candidate and employee journey. Employment decisions are based on merit, experience and business needs.
Compensation Range: $72.8K
About Gen:
Gen is a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom through its trusted consumer brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, MoneyLion and more. Our combined heritage is rooted in financial empowerment and cyber safety for the first digital generations, and today we deliver award-winning cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection and financial wellness solutions to nearly 500 million users in more than 150 countries.
Together, we share a collective passion and vision to protect consumers and help them grow, manage and secure their digital and financial lives. We’re always looking for smart, fearless and high-impact talent who see AI as a teammate – leveraging it to move faster and deliver meaningful results.
When you’re part of Gen, you’ll have the flexibility, tools and support to do your best work and grow your career – from flexible working options and time off to competitive pay, benefits and well-being programs.
At Gen, we are scrappy and relentlessly customer driven. We create room for healthy debate, experimentation and continuous learning, and we seek out people with different experiences, identities and ideas to join our team. You’ll work with people who back each other, respect each other and understand that our differences are a competitive advantage.
If this sounds like you, we’d love you to be part of Gen.
About the Role:
- Our internship program is designed to be more than just a summer position—it’s a launchpad for your career.
- Collaborate on impactful, real-world projects alongside experienced professionals.
- Gain exposure to real-time business challenges and contribute to innovative solutions.
- Attend learning sessions, workshops, and networking events with leaders across the company.
- Receive ongoing mentorship, feedback, and career development support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate closely with team to develop and maintain mobile test-automation and app development.
- Gain foundational knowledge in working with cloud test env like SauceLabs.
- Engage with CI/CD tools like TeamCity.
- Monitor systems, identify potential issues, and ensure their swift resolution.
- Contribute to the creation and maintenance of documentation and procedures.
About You:
- A current undergraduate or graduate student pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Systems Engineering, Software Engineering or a related field at an accredited college/university.
- Familiarity with Java and/or Kotlin.
- Knowledge of Appium+TestNG for mobile test automation, Android SDK for app development is a plus.
- A strong desire and ability to quickly learn new technologies and techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Curious, proactive, and eager to learn in a dynamic, fast paced high-tech environment.
- Self-starter who’s not afraid to try innovative ideas and learn by doing.
What’s next:
- Recruiter Phone Screen
- Hiring Manager Interview
- Final Round Interview
Gen is an equal opportunity employer, and we’re committed to fair, inclusive practices at every stage of the candidate and employee journey. Employment decisions are based on merit, experience and business needs.
Compensation Range: $72.8K
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Mobile Engineer
Frame your portfolio around measurable outcomes
J-1 training plans require demonstrating skill progression, not just employment. Document each project with before-and-after metrics, languages mastered, and architecture decisions you owned. This evidence directly supports the training objectives your designated sponsor will need to justify.
Target host employers with existing J-1 infrastructure
Companies that have hosted J-1 Trainees before already understand DS-2019 timelines and training plan requirements. Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. mobile engineering roles at employers with a demonstrated record of hosting international exchange visitors.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee eligibility before applying
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you graduated within the past 12 months or have at least one year of post-degree work experience, you qualify under Trainee. Applying under the wrong category can delay or void your DS-2019 issuance.
Verify your host employer meets DOL training plan standards
Your designated sponsor, whether CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT, must approve a formal Training or Internship Placement Plan before issuing your DS-2019. Confirm your host employer can document specific learning objectives tied to mobile development disciplines, not just day-to-day job tasks.
Benchmark your offered compensation against OFLC Wage Search
J-1 Trainees must receive compensation commensurate with similarly situated U.S. workers. Run the OFLC Wage Search for Software Developer or Mobile Application Developer roles in your host city before accepting an offer to confirm compliance and avoid program violations.
Clarify the 2-year home residency requirement early
Some J-1 Trainees are subject to INA Section 212(e), which requires returning home for two years before applying for H-1B or a green card. Government-funded exchange programs and certain nationalities trigger this requirement. Confirm your status with your designated sponsor before signing an offer letter.
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Find Mobile Engineer JobsMobile Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Mobile Engineer role?
Current students pursuing mobile engineering internships typically qualify under the J-1 Intern category. Recent graduates or early-career professionals with at least one year of relevant post-degree experience qualify under J-1 Trainee. Research-focused roles at universities or labs may fall under Research Scholar. The correct category determines your DS-2019 eligibility and the maximum duration of your exchange program.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Mobile Engineer position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas, CIEE, or AIPT, not the hiring company itself. The tech company or startup you join is the host employer. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, approves your training plan, and monitors program compliance throughout your stay. The host employer pays your compensation and supervises your day-to-day work.
How do I find U.S. employers willing to host J-1 Mobile Engineers?
Use Migrate Mate to search for mobile engineering roles at U.S. employers that have demonstrated openness to J-1 exchange visitors. Not every employer is familiar with the host-employer obligations under J-1, including training plan documentation and mid-program check-ins, so targeting companies with prior J-1 hosting experience reduces friction during the offer stage.
What does the J-1 training plan require for a mobile engineering placement?
Your designated sponsor requires a formal Training or Internship Placement Plan that outlines specific skills you will develop, supervision arrangements, and weekly phase breakdowns. For mobile engineering, this means documenting progression across areas like iOS or Android development, API integration, or performance optimization. Generic job descriptions do not satisfy this requirement. The host employer and designated sponsor must both sign off before your DS-2019 is issued.
Can a J-1 Mobile Engineer transition to H-1B status after the program ends?
Possibly, but the 2-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e) can block a direct transition. If your J-1 program was government-funded or your home country appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List, you must return home for two years before applying for H-1B or permanent residence, unless you obtain a waiver. Confirm your 212(e) status with your designated sponsor before making post-program plans.
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