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Software Development Team Lead roles in the U.S. can be accessed through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Research Scholar program categories, depending on your experience level and host organization. A designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, while the U.S. tech employer serves as your host. No lottery applies.
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In business for more than 70 years, Republic Finance is proud to be a trusted lender in over 250 communities across the United States! We specialize in providing flexible lending solutions and incomparable customer service. Driven by our shared mission to pursue excellence for our team, our customers, and our performance, we are continuously improving our customer offerings in tandem with opening more branches in new states each year. We also regularly promote from within and enjoy giving back to the communities we serve. In a nutshell, our company culture is about helping customers, investing in our employee's future, and ensuring that our performance makes an impact on our community!
Are you a current Junior or Senior in college that is seeking an Internship with a Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field Focus? If so, then look no more! Republic Finance is seeking Interns for our Software Development Test Engineer team!
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IT-Quality Assurance Intern to join our IT-QA team. This position provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with experienced IT professionals while gaining hands-on experience with QA testing practices. As a Test Engineer, you will collaborate with developers, QA teams, and product managers. This role is based in our Plano, TX office on a hybrid schedule.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement test plans, test cases, and testing scripts to ensure software applications fulfill functional and non-functional requirements.
- Identify and document defects and issues during testing, collaborating with developers to resolve them.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance code quality.
- Work alongside cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of software applications that meet quality standards.
- Keep abreast of the latest trends and advancements in software testing and quality assurance.
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in test analysis is preferred.
- Understanding of software testing principles.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- This is a hybrid position requiring onsite work four days per week at the Plano, TX corporate office.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Strong academic record and a passion for technology and data analytics.
- Basic understanding of IT Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
BENEFITS:
All employees with Republic Finance can participate in:
- Employee of the Month Program
- Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
- Professional offices with a friendly team environment
- Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support
All Full-Time employees are eligible for:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
- 401k + employer match
- Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.
OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
In business for more than 70 years, Republic Finance is proud to be a trusted lender in over 250 communities across the United States! We specialize in providing flexible lending solutions and incomparable customer service. Driven by our shared mission to pursue excellence for our team, our customers, and our performance, we are continuously improving our customer offerings in tandem with opening more branches in new states each year. We also regularly promote from within and enjoy giving back to the communities we serve. In a nutshell, our company culture is about helping customers, investing in our employee's future, and ensuring that our performance makes an impact on our community!
Are you a current Junior or Senior in college that is seeking an Internship with a Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field Focus? If so, then look no more! Republic Finance is seeking Interns for our Software Development Test Engineer team!
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented IT-Quality Assurance Intern to join our IT-QA team. This position provides a unique opportunity to collaborate with experienced IT professionals while gaining hands-on experience with QA testing practices. As a Test Engineer, you will collaborate with developers, QA teams, and product managers. This role is based in our Plano, TX office on a hybrid schedule.
Key responsibilities include:
- Develop and implement test plans, test cases, and testing scripts to ensure software applications fulfill functional and non-functional requirements.
- Identify and document defects and issues during testing, collaborating with developers to resolve them.
- Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback to enhance code quality.
- Work alongside cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of software applications that meet quality standards.
- Keep abreast of the latest trends and advancements in software testing and quality assurance.
REQUIREMENTS
- Experience in test analysis is preferred.
- Understanding of software testing principles.
- Exceptional attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
- Excellent problem-solving capabilities.
- This is a hybrid position requiring onsite work four days per week at the Plano, TX corporate office.
- Currently pursuing a degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Data Science, Business Analytics, or a related field.
- Strong academic record and a passion for technology and data analytics.
- Basic understanding of IT Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) process.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
BENEFITS:
All employees with Republic Finance can participate in:
- Employee of the Month Program
- Philanthropic support for charities such as Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and the American Cancer Society
- Professional offices with a friendly team environment
- Employee Assistance Program - Confidential mental health support
All Full-Time employees are eligible for:
- Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
- 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to start + 1 additional personal day
- 401k + employer match
- Company provided Life Insurance & Long Term Disability
Republic Finance, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age disability or veteran status in employment opportunities and benefits. Republic Finance, LLC maintains a Drug-Free Workplace.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Software Development Team Lead
Translate your credentials into U.S. standards
Use O*NET to confirm that Software Development Team Lead maps to recognized U.S. occupational codes, then align your CV to those standards. Mismatched job titles slow down DS-2019 approval at the designated sponsor stage.
Identify whether Trainee or Research Scholar fits
Trainee covers professionals with a degree plus one year of experience, or five years without a degree. Research Scholar suits those conducting applied software engineering research at universities or institutes. Applying to the wrong category triggers rejection from the designated sponsor.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Use Migrate Mate to find U.S. tech companies already familiar with J-1 host arrangements. Employers who have hosted J-1 exchange visitors before understand the training plan requirements and move faster through DS-2019 issuance.
Secure a detailed training plan before the offer stage
Designated sponsors require a structured training or internship plan (Form DS-7002 for Trainee category) signed by your host employer. Negotiate this document during the offer process, not after acceptance, to avoid delays in sponsor approval.
Confirm host employer wage compliance before signing
Use the OFLC Wage Search to verify that your offered compensation meets prevailing wage levels for a Software Development Team Lead in that metro area. DOL prevailing wage standards apply to J-1 Trainee roles, and underpayment can jeopardize your status.
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Find Software Development Team Lead JobsSoftware Development Team Lead J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to a Software Development Team Lead role?
Most Software Development Team Lead candidates qualify under the Trainee category, which covers professionals with a relevant degree plus at least one year of post-graduation experience, or five or more years of work experience in lieu of a degree. If your role involves applied research at a university or research institute, Research Scholar may apply instead. The host employer's institutional type and your own credentials determine which category your designated sponsor will approve.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa, and what does the host employer do?
Your J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as IIE, CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or AIPT. That organization issues your DS-2019 form, monitors program compliance, and serves as your official sponsor of record. The software company hiring you is the host employer. The host provides the training environment and signs the required training plan, but it is not your legal visa sponsor and cannot issue a DS-2019 independently.
How do I find U.S. tech employers open to hosting J-1 exchange visitors?
Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers in software and technology that have experience hosting J-1 exchange visitors. Employers with prior J-1 host arrangements already understand the DS-2019 process, Form DS-7002 training plans, and designated sponsor oversight requirements. Approaching companies with no J-1 history means educating them on compliance obligations, which slows the hiring timeline significantly.
Does the two-year home residency requirement affect Software Development Team Leads?
It can. The two-year home residency requirement applies if your J-1 program is funded by your home country government, funded by the U.S. government, or if your occupation appears on your country's State Department exchange visitor skills list. For software engineering leadership roles, this primarily affects candidates from countries where technology skills are designated as shortage categories. If the requirement applies, you cannot change to H-1B or adjust status to a green card until you fulfill it or obtain a waiver.
What is a training plan and why does it matter for this role?
A training plan is a written document, Form DS-7002 for the Trainee category, that specifies the phases, objectives, supervision structure, and evaluation schedule for your exchange visitor program. Designated sponsors require it before issuing a DS-2019. For a Software Development Team Lead, the plan must detail leadership competencies, project management exposure, and technical training components. A vague or generic training plan is the most common reason designated sponsors delay or deny DS-2019 issuance for technical roles.
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